Sanford Says

Tom Tomerlin, City of Sanford Economic Development Director & Pamela Lynch, Executive Director of the Sanford Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) share updates and expert analysis on all things Economic Development, past, present & future here in the City of Sanford. Stay tuned for regularly scheduled "Buzz on Business" episodes where the topic of business... is number 1.

Benson Josue, City of Sanford Parks Superintendent, shares delightful information about Sanford's abundant amount of City parks and other fantastic park amenities available to you. Visit a City of Sanford park today!

Join us on this episode as we share the details of the City's July 4th event, Star Spangled Sanford. Lisa Jones, City of Sanford Parks and Recreation Director and Sgt. Zach Glenn of the Sanford Police Department provide parking details, golf cart reminders, safety reminders, entertainment/vendor information and much, much more. See you on the 4th as we celebrate Independence Day here in the City o...

Marlon Hooks, Public Works Sr. Inspector, shares details about this exciting project and the road closure to start July 6, 2021. This project will extend from Third St. to Fulton St. and will include new brick streets, landscape and hardscape features, decorative lighting and over 140 new parking stalls. Start Date July 6 2021. Project cost $3,000,000.

On this episode we discuss filming in Sanford, a sought after destination for film, television, and commercial productions. Lindsey Sandrin, Director, Orlando Film Commission offers insight on the film permitting process and shares the film industry's economic impact to the city and our region. Alan Levi, Location Scout and Manager, with decades of experience in the industry, shares his perspectiv...

As seasons change, how we maintain our yards has a large impact on our environment, please join Marie Duffy the City of Sanford's Environmental Administrative Specialist and Tina McIntyre, M.S., CEP, FCHP a University of Florida/IFAS (Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences) Extension, Florida Friendly Landscaping Agent with Seminole County, as we discuss fertilizing and overall landscaping be...

June 2021, another month of fun activity to choose from. Listen to Jennifer Brooks, City of Sanford Special Events Supervisor as Jennifer shares all upcoming (open to the public) events in the City for the month of June, starting this Saturday, June 5. June offers a Hurricane Party, Food Trucks, Blues and BBQ, Juneteenth events and a classic car show...There's something for everyone here in the be...

Kim Fulford, Director, Greater Sanford Regional Chamber of Commerce, shares information about the Chamber's Home & Garden Lifestyle Expo coming up on June 14 held at the Sanford Civic Center. Free admission, bring the family, lots of fun, lots to do!

Do you have a competitive spirit and like to lead a healthy lifestyle by staying active? Enjoy teamwork and good sportsmanship? Learn more about the City of Sanford's Recreation Programs and Adult Leagues. Meet Dominic Pascuzzo, the City's new Recreation Supervisor. Dominic shares adult league information, both current, future and more sports opportunities in the fall, such as a new Youth Soccer L...

School's out soon and summer fun is right around the corner! The City of Sanford offers an awesome summer camp youth program. Learn more about what's offered and how to register on this episode of Sanford Says. Maura Naioti, City of Sanford Parks and Recreation Leisure Services Supervisor shares all.

Mike Cash, Public Works Engineer shares information about the upcoming (estimated) $10 Million Georgetown Improvement Plan, what the project includes and all the project benefits.

Julie Scofield, City of Sanford Historic Preservation Planner describes what "Sanford Saves Places" Call for Images is and how you can participate. The City of Sanford is celebrating our historic districts, the Sanford Residential and Downtown Commercial District, and our newest Georgetown Historic District. The City of Sanford enthusiastically invites you to celebrate National Historic Preservati...

April Is Water Conservation Month - Celebrate Water Conservation Month by learning from local experts and getting free stuff! Register today for a Water Wise virtual Event(s) held during the globally recognized "Earth Day" week April 19-22. Tina McIntyre, a local Florida Friendly Landscaping Agent shares information on several upcoming (FREE) virtual workshops around the topic of water conservatio...

Jennifer Brooks Special Events Supervisor for the City of Sanford shares all the happening events in the city throughout the month of April. There's something for everyone in Sanford, FL. Stop by today!

Paul Williams, creator of the Pints and Paws event, Sanford resident/business owner, local community leader and entrepreneur, along with Dustin Gioertz, Event Coordinator extraordinaire, share great info. about the 9th Annual Pints and Paws event - a unique craft beer festival, one that you can share with your favorite dog(s). Hosted by The West End Trading Co. in beautiful, historic Downtown Sanf...

Grab your calendar. Sanford always has something great to offer you. Every weekend throughout the month of March there are a wide variety of special events. Take a listen to this episode. Jennifer Brooks, City of Sanford Special Events Supervisor shares the latest and greatest Sanford happenings for March 2021.

On this episode Nancy Sepulveda, Sanford resident and Sanford Porchfest Co-Founder, shares information you don't want to miss about this free music festival, 12 porches, 50 bands throughout the historic residential district of Sanford on Saturday, February 27. During this 100th episode of Sanford Says, recorded live, we celebrate a local musician. A first for Sanford Says, listen to a singer/songw...

Economic Development is another key component to the continued growth of Sanford's overall vitality. Join us as "Sanford Says" welcomes Tom Tomerlin, Economic Development Director for the City of Sanford.

In Sanford, every weekend, there's always a fun event to attend, Jennifer Brooks, City of Sanford Special Events Supervisor shares a list of events happening in Sanford during the month of February. You don't want to miss this. There's something for everyone in Sanford, FL.

Mr. Kenneth J. Bentley, Sanford Community Leader and Co-Chair of Sanford's MLK Steering Committee is our guest on this episode. Kenneth shares information about the upcoming weekend MLK festivities (adhering to social distancing) taking place January 15-18, 2021 virtually. Ticket information through Eventbrite, search MLK Presents "Now Is The Time."

Join us! During this episode Amye King, the Director of Planning for the City of Sanford, shares upcoming City planning projects. Amye, through her expert topic description, breaks down the ins and outs of how and why professional City planners do what they do best, help design Cities and help to determine the best way to use a City's land and resources. www.sanfordfl.gov

Seasons Greetings! Take a listen as Mayor Art Woodruff shares a recap of 2020 in the City of Sanford, an unprecedented year we can all relate to. Happy Holidays and a Happy, healthy New Year in 2021.

Batter up! City of Sanford Parks and Recreation are taking registrations now for the Spring 2021 Co-Ed Youth Baseball program. John Polk, Recreation Supervisor Chase Park/Director of Youth Baseball Leagues shares helpful information on how to register online and the safety precautions in place.

Jerry Sullivan, City of Sanford Parks and Recreation Manager shares information about the City's Virtual Christmas in the Square Tree Lighting Event on December 4 and other wonderful holiday plans the City has for you throughout the month of December. Catch the Virtual Tree Lighting LIVE on the City of Sanford Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/SanfordFLCityGovt Friday, December 4 at 7pm.

Now's the time to get out all of your holiday lights, inflatable snowmen and holiday decor for Light Up Sanford, organized by the Sanford Historic Trust and sponsored by the City of Sanford. Sanford Tour of Homes Co-Chairs Amanda Spor and Caroline Van Den Berg share all the details of Light Up Sanford during this episode of Sanford Says. www. Lightupsanford.com