Sarasota County Names New Director of Communications

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Shelia Roberson has been named Sarasota County's Director of Communications, a role that continues her more than 23 years of service with the county and more than 30 years in the public sector. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the department’s operations, including 311, Public Records, Creative Services and Public Information and Community Outreach divisions. Roberson has served as interim Communications Director since July.  According to Sarasota County Administrator Jonathan Lewis, Roberson’s experience fostering community partnerships, along with a deep understanding of public service brings valuable insight of public operations, community needs and relationships to the critical role. For more information, dial 311 or visit www.scgov.net. 

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