Services for People

Access Accela Online Services

Access Accela Online Services portal, Instructions and forms, and the Digital Plan Room Help Center

Access Computers and WiFi at the Library

Manatee Library provides public access to public computers equipped with Microsoft Office and the Internet at all locations as well as WiFi access for personal devices, as part of its mission to deliver services that meet the information needs of the community and reduce barriers to access.

Access Online Newspapers and Magazines: PressReader

Access over 7,000 articles and newspapers for free with your Manatee County Library Card.

Access the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Calendar

This calendar may not reflect special or emergency meetings which may be scheduled as required. Modifications to this calendar may be made at the discretion of the Board of County Commissioners (BCC)

Access the Digital Plan Room Help Center

View information and download documentation related to the Digital Plan Room

Apply for a Library Card

Apply for a Manatee Library card today! Manatee Library has numerous options for obtaining a full or limited-access library card.

Apply for a Permit to Remove Domestic Hauled Waste

Application process and information about hauled domestic waste, such as septage, chemical toilet waste, and grease trap/interceptor waste.

Apply for a Summer Camp Scholarship

Sports and Leisure is proud to offer 50 scholarships for Summer Blast Camp.

Apply for a Toilet Rebate

Manatee County offers rebates for replacing older, high-flush toilets with water-saving models of 1.28 GPF or less. Eligible customers can receive $50–$100 rebates, with a maximum of two toilets per household, but must keep old toilets until applications are approved. After approval, disposal options include scheduled pickup, landfill drop-off, or free community cleanups.

Apply for An Advisory Board Seat

Advisory Board positions are advertised as openings become available. To apply for an opening, fill out the online Advisory Board Application form.

Apply for an Outdoor Water Conservation Rebate

Manatee County offers outdoor water conservation rebates to help property owners reduce water usage and save money.

Apply for Children's Services Investment

How not-for-profit agencies can apply for Children's Services dedicated Millage funding in Manatee County.

Apply for Construction Site Dewatering

The Construction Site Dewatering Authorization process was established for construction businesses or entities requiring the use of Manatee County's sanitary sewer for temporary disposal of groundwater and/or stormwater at a construction site.

Apply for Health and Human Services Funding

How not-for-profit agencies can apply for Human Services funding in Manatee County.

Apply for the Affordable Housing Designation as a Developer

Access information about Affordable Housing Designations in Manatee County and apply for Affordable Housing Status through Neighborly.

Apply for Wastewater Discharge Permit: Industrial Pretreatment Program

The Industrial Pretreatment Program (IPP) is designed to protect our publicly owned treatment works' (POTW) infrastructure and staff by reducing conventional and toxic pollutant levels.

Apply, Search and Manage Building Permits

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.

Attend a Storytime at the Library

Discover the magic of books and storytelling with Manatee Library's engaging Storytime sessions!

Borrow Developmental Toys

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

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

Borrow from the Library of Things

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!

Check the Status of Public Pools

check the current status of any public pool. This site is updated daily with any changes to our regular operating hours.

Commercial Waste and Collection Services

Commercial garbage services include garbage cans (with county-provided 96-gal cans and once-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.

Contact Utilities

How to contact Utilities

Discover Food Resources for Veterans

Veterans have access to special food insecurity resources.

Discover Local History

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.

Dispose of Fats, Oils, and Grease: (FOG) Control Program

In 2016, Manatee County formally implemented a Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Control Program.

Doing Business with MCAT - Disadvantaged Businesses

As a federally funded agency, MCAT must make efforts to work with Disadvantaged and minority businesses in the community as it acquires goods and services. This page explains those regulations.

Download Impact Fee Documents

Download Impact Fee related documents.

Employee Health Benefits

Employee Online

Review and download your paystubs and W2s.

Explore Genealogy

Manatee Library offers an extensive genealogy collection available to the public for in-house use at Central Library, as well as a selection of general genealogy materials that may be checked out, and online resources including Heritage Quest and FamilySearch (in-library use only).

Explore Homeschool Resources

From curriculum guides and lesson ideas to online learning tools and educational programs, Manatee Library has everything you need to make homeschooling easier and more enriching.

Find A Swim Lesson

The included list includes local instructional groups teaching swim lessons in the Manatee County area.

Find and View County Bids and Proposals

Search and download current and past bids and proposals using DemandStar or Manatee County's Bids and Proposals web page

Find Before School, After School, Camp Myakka (MAC)

Program offers before, after school and summer care activities.

Find Community Resources for Seniors

Find community resources for seniors living in Manatee County.

Find Help for Manatee County Veterans

Benefits offered for Veterans through Manatee County Veterans Services

Find Help Understanding Senior Medicaid and Medicare Options

The SHINE program ("Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders") provides free, unbiased, one-on-one Medicare and Medicaid health insurance counseling for seniors.

Find Help with Applying for VA Healthcare

We can assist you in receiving health care from a VA health care facility.

Find Help with Employment Services for Veterans

Employment resources for Veterans

Find Homework Help Resources

Looking for extra support with your child's schoolwork? Manatee Library homework help resources are designed to make learning easier.

Find Housing for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness in Manatee County

Find housing for homeless Veterans

Find Housing-Focused Family Shelter Program

The program provides families with a safe place to live while they receive case management, seek/obtain employment, receive referrals for community partners, have life skills classes such as budgeting and parenting, while learning to demonstrate they can create and live within their budget before securing sustainable housing.