YOU'RE INVITED
2026 stayTRU Member Meeting
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
5:00 PM — Food Trucks, Raffle & Live Music by Jami Gee
6:30 PM — Official Program
The Potter Building at the Sarasota Fairgrounds
2896 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL. 34240
Come early. Bring a neighbor. Stay for the conversation.
An Evening With Your Neighbors
Informative. Inspirational. And fun.
This isn't a zoning hearing or another government meeting.
It's an evening for neighbors to come together, enjoy some food and music, learn what's happening around Tatum Ridge, hear what we've discovered—and talk about why protecting open space and keeping promises matter to all of us.
Come early. Grab dinner. Listen to Jami Gee. Meet some neighbors.
Then at 6:30, we get down to business.
LEARN
The story, the records and where things stand today.
CONNECT
Meet neighbors, community leaders, and the people working hard to protect Tatum Ridge
ENJOY
Food trucks, live music, raffle prizes and a good evening together.
The Evening at a Glance
6:30 PM
The Program Begins
The story so far. What we've learned. Where things stand. And what comes next.
After the Program Stay Awhile
Questions, conversation, and a chance to connect with neighbors and guests.
5:00 PM
Doors Open
Food trucks begin serving. Grab something to eat and find your neighbors.
5:00 - 6:15 PM
Live Music by Jami Gee
Music, conversation, community displays and raffle fun
before the program.
What We'll Talk About
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Welcome
Why we're here—and why this community has accomplished so much by working together.
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What We've
Learned
A look at the public record, the original approvals and some discoveries along the way.
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5
Special
Guests
Community leaders and invited guests who share an interest in Sarasota's neighborhoods and open spaces.
The Story
So Far
From the original Tatum Ridge plan to today's development proposals.
Where Things
Stand
The Live Local proposal, pending litigation and the questions that remain.
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A Place Worth Protecting
Closing thoughts about stewardship, community—and the promises we leave to the people who come after us.
What Comes
Next
How stayTRU will continue to inform, advocate and bring neighbors together.
Program and participating guests are subject to change as plans are finalized.
Food, Music & a Little Fun
Come hungry. Come early.
Nunn Better BBQ
There is Nunn Better when it comes to BBQ. From smoking to grilling, we do it all.
Simply Greek
Delivering delectable Greek flavor and where culinary surprises unfold.
Live Music by Jami Gee
5:00 - 6:15 PM
We're delighted to have Jami Gee providing the soundtrack while neighbors gather before the program.
And Yes, There Will Be A Raffle!
Details coming soon.
Special Guests
Neighbors. Leaders. Community.
We've invited people from across Sarasota who care about our neighborhoods, open spaces and the decisions shaping out community.
Teresa Mast
County Commissioner
District 1
Because of pending litigation and applicable legal requirements, elected officials attending may be limited in the matters they can discuss.
Derek Gilliam, who has closely followed Florida’s Live Local Act and the legal and policy disputes surrounding its application in Sarasota County. He will offer an independent reporter’s perspective on how the law has evolved, why the current court cases matter, and what residents should be watching next.
Derek Gilliam
Watchdog Correspondent
Suncoast Searchlight
Neighbors Make This Happen.
stayTRU is neighbors serving neighbors— and we could use a few extra hands!
Meeting Chairperson Michele Annerino (708) 790-8868 is looking for folks willing to pitch in.
Welcome Crew
Greet neighbors and check people in.
Set-Up
Help us get the room ready.
Clean-up
A few hands at the end makes a big difference.
Raffle Crew
Help with ticket sales.
Parking & Directions
Help people find their way and coordinate ride share.
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Plan Your Visit
Everything You Need to Know.
WHEN
Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
Doors Open: 5:00 PM
Program Begins: 6:30PM
Parking
Plenty, free on-site.
WHERE
The Potter Building
Sarasota Fairgrounds
2986 Ringling Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34237
Food
Available for purchase from food trucks beginning at 5:00 PM.
WHO
Everyone is welcome—members, neighbors and community supporters.
COST
Free—the nice price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nope. But we are always looking for new members! The issues we focus on affect all area residents - whether or not you are a stayTRU member.
In this case, “Open Space” has a very specific history. When Sarasota County approved The Legends in 1998, the approximately 336-acre Tatum Ridge property was treated as a single development consisting of the residential area and the existing golf course and open space.
The approved Development Concept Plan identifies approximately 207 acres as “Tatum Ridge Golf Course & Open Space.” County records also indicate that this land was used to satisfy the open-space requirements associated with the cluster-housing development.
What those historical requirements mean for the property today is an important question—and one that remains central to the current dispute.
No. Because of pending litigation and applicable legal requirements, elected officials attending the meeting may be limited in the matters they can discuss.
They're joining us as community guests, and we ask attendees to respect those boundaries.
While we may have a few politicians in attendance, this is not a political event. This is mostly an opportunity to share information, understand the situation and—have some fun!
While we may have a few politicians in attendance, this is not a political event. This is mostly an opportunity to share information, understand the situation and—have some fun!
We'd be upset if you didn't. Our strength is our voice. The more voices, the stronger our message. Bring a friend! Bring two!