The Argus Foundation
We apply business leadership to important community issues
Mission Statement
We apply business leadership to important community issues.
Vision Statement
The Argus Foundation applies business leadership to identify, educate, advocate, and collaborate on solutions for important community issues that will enhance the quality of life, environment, and economic well-being of Sarasota County.
Our Focus
We keep a broad community perspective.
We identify issues.
We offer lasting rather than temporary solutions.
We impact the future for a better community.
Upcoming Events
Argus Social at Pie on Main
Join us for a casual, happy hour networking event with Argus Members and business leaders! Admission includes food and drink tickets. Argus Members $50, Non-Members $60
October 16 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Latest Articles
Official Photos: Social at Calusa Brewing 08.14.2024
Observer: Sarasota County Commission cuts will affect at-risk children
The Sarasota County Commission recently voted against funding parental choice school readiness childcare.
Commissioners cut $510,000 from the program, the amount voted through last year, and turned their back on a long-term partnership with the Legislature and governor. And to make matters worse, that cut likely will cause the loss of an additional $292,000 in matching state funds for parental choice in school readiness.
SRQ Daily: In Florida, Commissioners Can’t Just Say No
You hear it often from people who want to see Sarasota County and its cities frozen in time, “commissioners need to stop all of this building.” It is a fascinating premise to think a commissioner would have this sort of power, to issue a moratorium on building.
In reality, in Florida, they don’t. In Florida, private property owners have rights that have special protection due to the Bert J. Harris, Jr. Act.
