Reopening Manatee

Manatee County is implementing phased openings of public facilities and spaces. Reopening plans are tentative and could change.

At all public spaces, please continue to follow CDC guidelines for social distancing. Face coverings are required at Manatee County Government public buildings.

Now Open

• Manatee County Administration Building and Public Works building
• Athletic fields open for teamplay
• Boat ramps - Boats and trailers only. Those using kayaks and canoes should use designated launches at County parks and preserves.
• Manatee County Clerk of Court - Appointments required, call (941) 749-1800 during normal business hours, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  GT Bray Recreation Center
• League Play begins (following CDC guidelines)
• Lena Road Landfill is accepting Household Hazards Waste from residents only, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and on the third Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Libraries open (limited hours, limited capacity following CDC guidelines)
• Pavilion rentals (50% capacity)
• Manatee County Property Appraiser, by appointment - Schedule online or call the office at (941)748-8208
• Public beaches - Observe CDC social distancing guidelines
• Public pool use
  • GT Bray by appointment for lap swim, family swim and splash pad - call (941) 720-1775
  • John H. Marble by appointment for lap swim - call (941) 753-0954
  • Clemens Pool is closed
• Manatee County Public Works building will reopen with social distancing restrictions on June 8
• Skate parks
• Splash pads - Lincoln Splash Pad and Pride Splash Pad open weekends only through August (up to 10 people, 60 minute increments)
• Manatee County Tax Collector, by appointment (Palma Sola office will temporarily close on Friday, July 17 until further notice)
• Tennis and pickleball courts are open (with restrictions)
  • Reservations are required at GT Bray - call (941) 742-5923
• Vacation rentals can operate (with restrictions) based on Manatee County's Vacation Rental Plan for Phased Opening, which was approved by state officials on May 21

Closed

Some Manatee County Government public buildings have reopened. The public is encouraged to conduct transactions with the County online or over the phone whenever possible. Citizens can call 3-1-1 for more information.

Public Buildings

Some Manatee County Government public buildings are temporarily closed to the public for walk-in services.

• Manatee County Animal Services Palmetto Shelter and Cat Town
• Manatee County Clerk of Court
  • Assistance is available for domestic violence, violence protection, baker act, marchman act and emergency family issues.
  • All other matters need to be taken care of on-line, by mail or by calling: (941) 749-1800.
• North River Annex
• Powell Crosley Estate
• Public Safety Center
• UF IFAS Extension Manatee County office
• Utilities Administration Building
• Various facilities at our parks and preserves: view list of Parks & Natural Resources closures and cancellations