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HARC Planner Honored for 15 Years of Service

During the September meeting, the Key West City Commission presented HARC Planner Enid Torregrosa-Silva with a plaque in appreciation for her 15 years of dedicated service to the City of Key West.

Key West City Commission Approves Fiscal Year 23/24 Budget

In a 4-3 vote, the Key West City Commission approved the fiscal 2023/2024 budget during the final public hearing on Monday.

The ordinance sets the millage rate at 2.0822 mills, which translates to $2.08 per thousand dollars of assessed property value.&...

Fire Chief Averette Honored for 25 Years of Service

During the September meeting, the Key West City Commission presented Fire Chief Alan Averette an award in appreciation for his 25 years of dedicated service to the City of Key West.

In the photo: Commissioners Lissette Carey and Jimmy Weekley, Mayor Teri J...

The City Commission Honor Retired FirefAlex Vega

Mayor Teri Johnston and the Key West City Commission unanimously voted to name the Key West Firehouse Museum in honor of the retired firefighter who saved the historic building for future generations.  It now bears the name the Alex Vega Firehous...

City of Key West to Conduct Road Elevation Survey

From September 18 through October 6, specialized trucks with the name “wood” on the side will be driving Key West streets, collecting LiDAR data to evaluate the city's road elevations.  LiDAR stands for Light Imaging ...

The Lofts at Bahama Village Breaks Ground

The community joined developers and local dignitaries to celebrate breaking ground for a much-needed and well-anticipated affordable housing project.

The partnership between the City of Key West, The Vestcor Companies, and AH Monroe will provide 98 afforda...

Chief of Police Earns Lifesaving Award

In a recent awards ceremony hosted by the Grand Key Resort, Key West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg received a surprise recognition from the Department. 

“The Key West Police Department believes in the recognition of officers, their actio...

Lieutenant Lariz Recognized for 20 Years of Service

In a recent awards ceremony hosted by the Grand Key Resort, Key West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg recognized Lt. Bradley Lariz for his 20 years of service to the Key West Police Department.

Lt.  Lariz has served with dedication and a true commitm...

Seize the Season: Secure Your Spot as the Holiday Parade Application Opens Up!

Prepare to strategize your float design or walking entries for the approaching Key West Holiday Parade on December 2!

Floats have flexibility in length, but they must be easy to navigate and should not exceed 15 feet in width and 12 feet in height. &nb...

Key West Police Night Shift Commended

In an awards ceremony Friday hosted by the Grand Key Resort, Key West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg bestowed a Chief's Commendation Award on the members of the Alpha Nights Shift.

On February 11, Officer Matt Hansell was on routine patrol and obse...

Key West Police Honor Officer and Civilian of the First Half of 2023

In an awards ceremony Friday hosted by the Grand Key Resort, Key West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg named Detective Darnell Sealey Officer of the First Half 2023 and Kathy Peters, Civilian Employee of the First Half 2023.

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Law Enforcement Partners Check Sex Offender Registration

The Key West Police Department's Criminal Investigations Unit recently partnered with the United States Marshals Service to conduct biannual sex offender registration checks.  Detectives and agents checked all offenders residing in the City of Ke...

Trim your Coconuts

The City of Key West wants to remind the community to be sure your coconut trees are coconut-free.

Though the track of Tropical Storm Brett is uncertain this early in its formation, it's a strong reminder to have hurricane chores done.  C...

Stay Prepared for Hurricane Season!

Sargassum Solution by the City of Key West

Turtle Nesting Season Tips

It's time again for one of the more spectacular natural events in the Keys -- turtle nesting season.

The City of Key West wants to remind residents and visitors to keep the lights out near the beaches so that turtles can lay their eggs in peace an...

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