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Issuance of Request for Proposal for Indoor Multi‑Use Sports and Boathouse Facility – SUBMISSIONS CLOSED
RFP – Indoor Multi‑Use Sports and Boathouse Facility
Issuance of Request for Proposal for Indoor Multi‑Use Sports and Boathouse Facility – SUBMISSIONS CLOSED
RFP – Indoor Multi‑Use Sports and Boathouse Facility
Issuance of Request for Proposal for Indoor Multi‑Use Sports and Boathouse Facility – SUBMISSIONS CLOSED
RFP – Indoor Multi‑Use Sports and Boathouse Facility
USROWING YOUTH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RETURNS TO NATHAN BENDERSON PARK JUNE 11–14 FOR NINTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Annual regatta is expected to draw over 11,000 attendees at Nathan Benderson Park, with additional USRowing-hosted competitions returning to Sarasota County the same week
Budget conference: Nathan Benderson Park gets $10M for expansion
The public-private project also entails $20M in local funding. Nathan Benderson Park is set to land $10 million in the state budget. The House and Senate are supporting the project, which emerged from the influential Transportation and Economic Development budget...
Five Rowers Selected to Olympic Team at 2024 U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials – Rowing
Five Rowers Selected to Olympic Team at 2024 U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials – Rowing For Immediate Release: April 7, 2024 Five rowers earned their spots at 2024 Olympic Games, while 16 others kept their Paris hopes alive as racing concluded on Sunday at the...
Finals Set at 2024 U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials – Rowing
Finals Set at 2024 U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials – Rowing For Immediate Release: April 6, 2024 With the completion of today's semifinals, finals are now set at the 2024 U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials – Rowing at Nathan Benderson Park in...
USROWING YOUTH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RETURNS TO NATHAN BENDERSON PARK JUNE 11–14 FOR NINTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Annual regatta is expected to draw over 11,000 attendees at Nathan Benderson Park, with additional USRowing-hosted competitions returning to Sarasota County the same week
Budget conference: Nathan Benderson Park gets $10M for expansion
The public-private project also entails $20M in local funding. Nathan Benderson Park is set to land $10 million in the state budget. The House and Senate are supporting the project, which emerged from the influential Transportation and Economic Development budget...
USROWING YOUTH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RETURNS TO NATHAN BENDERSON PARK JUNE 11–14 FOR NINTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Annual regatta is expected to draw over 11,000 attendees at Nathan Benderson Park, with additional USRowing-hosted competitions returning to Sarasota County the same week
USROWING YOUTH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RETURNS TO NATHAN BENDERSON PARK JUNE 11–14 FOR NINTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Annual regatta is expected to draw over 11,000 attendees at Nathan Benderson Park, with additional USRowing-hosted competitions returning to Sarasota County the same week
Budget conference: Nathan Benderson Park gets $10M for expansion
The public-private project also entails $20M in local funding. Nathan Benderson Park is set to land $10 million in the state budget. The House and Senate are supporting the project, which emerged from the influential Transportation and Economic Development budget...
Five Rowers Selected to Olympic Team at 2024 U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials – Rowing
Five Rowers Selected to Olympic Team at 2024 U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials – Rowing For Immediate Release: April 7, 2024 Five rowers earned their spots at 2024 Olympic Games, while 16 others kept their Paris hopes alive as racing concluded on Sunday at the...
Finals Set at 2024 U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials – Rowing
Finals Set at 2024 U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials – Rowing For Immediate Release: April 6, 2024 With the completion of today's semifinals, finals are now set at the 2024 U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials – Rowing at Nathan Benderson Park in...
USROWING YOUTH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RETURNS TO NATHAN BENDERSON PARK JUNE 11–14 FOR NINTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Annual regatta is expected to draw over 11,000 attendees at Nathan Benderson Park, with additional USRowing-hosted competitions returning to Sarasota County the same week
Budget conference: Nathan Benderson Park gets $10M for expansion
The public-private project also entails $20M in local funding. Nathan Benderson Park is set to land $10 million in the state budget. The House and Senate are supporting the project, which emerged from the influential Transportation and Economic Development budget...
USROWING YOUTH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RETURNS TO NATHAN BENDERSON PARK JUNE 11–14 FOR NINTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Annual regatta is expected to draw over 11,000 attendees at Nathan Benderson Park, with additional USRowing-hosted competitions returning to Sarasota County the same week
Dr. Joanne Fava receives the 2024 SCOTY Award
Congratulations to Dr. Joanne Fava on being named the recipient of the 2024 SCOTY award from the ACBSP – the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians! Joanne was chosen as the recipient after being nominated by her longtime friend and colleague, Dr. Todd...
NBP Magazine — Winter 2022
NBP Magazine — Winter 2022 In this edition: Bracing for an intense January-July — and then some Safe boating camp sets tone for camp offerings Florida Turkey Trot returns strong after pandemic NBP Magazine — Winter 2022
NBP Highlights — February 2022
NBP Highlights — February 2022 In this edition: Summer camp season is coming — and we're ready Gulf Coast Games For Life ensues Circus Sarasota returns NBP Masters Classic launches NBP Highlights — February 2022
NBP Magazine — Spring 2021
NBP Magazine — Spring 2021 In this edition: Olympic aspirations turn into gold rush Partnership creates area's first collegiate rowing club Music in the park NBP Magazine — Spring 2021
Dr. Joanne Fava receives the 2024 SCOTY Award
Congratulations to Dr. Joanne Fava on being named the recipient of the 2024 SCOTY award from the ACBSP – the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians! Joanne was chosen as the recipient after being nominated by her longtime friend and colleague, Dr. Todd...
NBP Magazine — Winter 2022
NBP Magazine — Winter 2022 In this edition: Bracing for an intense January-July — and then some Safe boating camp sets tone for camp offerings Florida Turkey Trot returns strong after pandemic NBP Magazine — Winter 2022
Dr. Joanne Fava receives the 2024 SCOTY Award
Congratulations to Dr. Joanne Fava on being named the recipient of the 2024 SCOTY award from the ACBSP – the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians! Joanne was chosen as the recipient after being nominated by her longtime friend and colleague, Dr. Todd...
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on July 16
Thursday, July 16 – Board of Directors Meeting (Virtual)
The Board of Directors Meeting of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has been scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:00pm. It will be a virtual teams meeting. Please contact the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy administrative office at 941-358-7275 or info@nathanbendersonpark.org with any questions and for the teams meeting information.
The Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.
According to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Board of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. with respect to any matter considered at the meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on May 21
Thursday, May 21 – Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors Meeting of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has been scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:00pm for an in-person meeting at the Benderson Family Finish Tower. Please contact the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy administrative office at 941-358-7275 with any questions.
The Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.
According to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Board of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. with respect to any matter considered at the meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on March 19
Thursday, March 19 – Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors Meeting of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has been scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:00pm for an in-person meeting at the Benderson Family Finish Tower. Please contact the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy administrative office at 941-358-7275 with any questions.
The Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.
According to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Board of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. with respect to any matter considered at the meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on March 19
Thursday, March 19 – Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors Meeting of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has been scheduled for March 19, 2026 at 3:00pm for an in-person meeting at the Benderson Family Finish Tower. Please contact the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy administrative office at 941-358-7275 with any questions.
The Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.
According to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Board of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. with respect to any matter considered at the meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
CANCELED – Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on Jan 15
**Canceled** – Thursday, Jan. 15 – Board of Directors Meeting
CANCELED – The Board of Directors of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, for Jan. 15, 2026 has been canceled. A new meeting date will be announced shortly.
The Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.
According to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Board of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. with respect to any matter considered at the meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on Dec. 17
Wednesday, Dec. 17 – Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has scheduled its next Board meeting for Dec 17, 2025 from 3:00-4:00pm. The meeting will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams. Please contact 941-358-7275 with any questions or to RSVP. General business will include Board governance and other matters as may come before the Board.
The Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.
According to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Board of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. with respect to any matter considered at the meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on November 20
Thursday, Nov. 20 – Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has scheduled its next Board meeting for Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 from 2:00-3:00pm in the Finish Tower. Please contact 941-358-7275 with any questions or to RSVP. General business will include Board governance and other matters as may come before the Board. All are welcome to attend.
The Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.
According to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Board of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. with respect to any matter considered at the meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on July 17
CANCELED – Thursday, July 17 – Board of Directors Meeting (Next Mtg in Sept)
CANCELED – The Board of Directors of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, IS CANCELLED FOR July 17, 2025 from 3:00-4:00pm.
The Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.
According to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Board of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. with respect to any matter considered at the meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on May 15
Thursday, May 15 – Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has scheduled its next Board meeting for May 15, 2025 from 3:00-4:00pm. The meeting will be held in person in the Benderson Family Finish Tower. Please contact 941-358-7275 with any questions or to RSVP. General business will include Board governance and other matters as may come before the Board. All are welcome to attend.
The Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.
According to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Board of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. with respect to any matter considered at the meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on March 20
Thursday, March 20 – Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has scheduled its next Board meeting for March 20, 2025 from 3:00-4:00pm. The meeting will be held in person in the Benderson Family Finish Tower. Please contact 941-358-7275 with any questions or to RSVP. General business will include Board governance and other matters as may come before the Board. All are welcome to attend.
The Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status or disability status in employment or in the provision of services.
According to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Board of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc. with respect to any matter considered at the meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on July 16
Thursday, July 16 - Board of Directors Meeting (Virtual) The Board of Directors Meeting of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has been scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:00pm. It will be a virtual teams meeting....
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on May 21
Thursday, May 21 - Board of Directors Meeting The Board of Directors Meeting of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has been scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:00pm for an in-person meeting at the Benderson Family...
Public Notice of Scheduled Board Meeting on July 16
Thursday, July 16 - Board of Directors Meeting (Virtual) The Board of Directors Meeting of the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, has been scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:00pm. It will be a virtual teams meeting....
Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Guest Column by Bruce Patneaude, COO, Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy
Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Guest Column by Bruce Patneaude, Chief Operating Officer, Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy When I arrived at Nathan Benderson Park three years ago, I came with a very specific mission. Having spent much of my career developing and operating...
New SANCA President/CEO
New SANCA President/CEO, Bradenton Herald
SANCA Board Hires New President/CEO
Bradenton Herald, SANCA Board Hires New President/CEO
Cubans Train at NBP
Herald Tribune, Cubans training at NBP
Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Guest Column by Bruce Patneaude, COO, Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy
Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Guest Column by Bruce Patneaude, Chief Operating Officer, Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy When I arrived at Nathan Benderson Park three years ago, I came with a very specific mission. Having spent much of my career developing and operating...
New SANCA President/CEO
New SANCA President/CEO, Bradenton Herald
Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Guest Column by Bruce Patneaude, COO, Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy
Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Guest Column by Bruce Patneaude, Chief Operating Officer, Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy When I arrived at Nathan Benderson Park three years ago, I came with a very specific mission. Having spent much of my career developing and operating...