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

  • 10th Annual Sporting Clays Tournament

    Reserve your team of shooters today and join us for a day of fun, networking and crushing clays! Registration includes team carts, ammo, and a delicious BBQ lunch catered by Morton's Market.

    January 24 @ 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
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Latest Articles

SRQ Daily: The importance of keeping voter’s trust in referendums

Jan 18, 2025

I recently had the opportunity to go on a benchmarking trip to Charleston organized by the Sarasota Chamber. These trips are organized to learn both best practices and what to avoid in public policy and processes. It is good to get out of the community and learn about the challenges and successes of other areas and how they are dealing with them

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SRQ Daily: The Negative Effects of Inclusionary Housing

Dec 21, 2024

Inclusionary housing requires or incentivizes developers to set aside a portion of new housing units for low- or moderate-income residents. In Florida, local governments have explored inclusionary zoning as a way to increase affordable housing availability. It has been a recommendation from the Sarasota County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee in the past and was included in their report this year.

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