If you need to apply for a permit, please use the link to navigate to our Online Services portal, where you can apply for your permit without ever having to come into the building. 

Check out the great events, classes and tours happening in YOUR preserves.

Register as a Certified Backflow Prevention Assembly Service Provider with Manatee County.

Manatee County’s Signature Events unite thousands of residents and visitors in celebration of our vibrant culture, local talent, and community pride. From family-friendly festivals to holiday celebrations and wellness-driven events, each Signature Event delivers unforgettable experiences that leave lasting impressions.  Become a Sponsor of one of our remarkable community events!

Download, share, and print resources for your community available online and PDF format. 

Book a field trip or private tour for your group.

The Gulf Islands Ferry is currently operating Wednesdays through Sundays between The Bradenton Riverwalk and The Historic Bridge St Pier.

Manatee Library's collection of developmental toys is designed to support children with special needs by providing access to assistive and adaptive tools that encourage interactive play and skill-building.

Borrow Early Literacy Kits filled with books and activities to support preschool and elementary-age children in building essential skills at home.

The Library of Things includes items such as telescopes, musical instruments, tools, binoculars, hotspots, children's developmental toys and literacy kits, museum and attraction passes, and more!

Manatee County Habitat for Humanity provides affordable homeownership for economically disadvantaged families in Manatee County.

To check daily beach conditions at our guarded beaches.

Get information about flood zones, sandbag locations, recovery sites, etc.

Manatee 311 provides a central contact point for citizens to report an issue, request a service, seek information/referrals, and direct complaints, compliments and suggestions regarding government service.

How to contact Utilities

Easterseals' Adult Day Program (ADT) provides comprehensive support to individuals with disabilities in their daily lives and beyond. 

United Way Suncoast partnered with Sarasota, Manatee Counties, and Glasser Schoenbaum to form 2-1-1, an information and referral services are provided to Manatee, Sarasota, and DeSoto County residents. 

Veterans have access to special food insecurity resources.

Manatee Library offers a local history archive at the downtown Central Library, called the Eaton Florida History Room, as well as an online digital archive and an Archive Lab.

Commercial garbage services include garbage cans (with customer-provided cans and twice-weekly pickups), dumpsters (various sizes, minimum weekly pickup), compactors, and roll-offs (next-day service with prior request). Additional services like extra lifts, gate service, roll-out service, bulk pickup, and commercial recycling are available, with no collection on major holidays.