SOUTH VENICE CIVIC ASSOCIATION
Serving South Venice
Since 1955
Trusted and Dedicated Community Organization
Click on the Events/Calendar to see all the great events being hosted at the SVCA!
Creating a Thriving Environment for Our Community
We are a 501c4 community association representing the interests of our members. If you are seeking ways to make a positive difference to the community, getting involved in a community organization and participating in different activities can be a good start. At South Venice Civic Association, have a wide range of cultural, educational, and social programs to help enrich the lives of the members and the neighborhood.
Our Mission Statement
Our Mission is to protect, preserve and improve our community’s character, environment and quality of life, and to bring South Venice together. We promote the civic, social, intellectual and recreational interest of our community.
What We Do
South Venice Civic Association serves as your voice in Sarasota County. We keep an eye on many issues that affect South Venice. These issues include tree trimming, ditch mowing, code enforcement, mosquito spraying, drain maintenance, zoning, permitting, water and septic The larger our membership, the stronger our voice!
Why Join Us
By joining us, you can participate in an array of activities that help our community to thrive. Your membership supports neighborhood improvement projects, such as the Siesta Creek Water Quality Taskforce, Shamrock Park monthly clean-ups, Beautiful Neighborhood initiatives, Community Emergency Response Team, and much more.
Once you become a part of this association, the South Venice Beach Wave newsletter will be regularly delivered to your mailbox. You are eligible to play Pickleball, once you have signed a waiver. You can enjoy year-round social activities, which include dinner dances, music bingo, craft/art shows, garage sale, pancake breakfasts, fish fries, book club, and more.
We also offer exercise classes (yoga, zumba, tai chi, line dancing). Do you have a class you want to teach? Call the office at 941-493-0006 for information on days available.
Pickleball at the SVCA
The 720 Pickleball Club manages the 4 lighted courts at the SVCA Community Center. Our mission is to share the fun of pickleball with our community through recreational play for all ages and skill levels, modeled on sportsmanship, camaraderie, and respect for all. Members of the 720 Club plan social gatherings, pickleball tournaments, help people learn to play pickleball, and much more. See one of the 720 Club members on the court or email svca@southvenice.org for more information.
Pickleball Membership
Joining the 720 Pickleball Club is FREE with an active SVCA membership and a signed Picklewall Waiver for each playing member of the household. To sign a waiver, you can click the button below to download, print, sign, and bring it to the SVCA office or just visit the office during business hours (Tu/Th/Sa 9:00am-1:00pm) where you will receive access to the gate lock at the courts. If you wish to bring non-SVCA guests, there is a $30 annual fee payable in the SVCA office.
720 Club members have access to the TeamReach app to schedule games and contact other members.
If you are not yet an SVCA member, you can join now via the Memberhips tab at the top of this page. REMINDER: SVCA membership is separate from the SVBET (ferry, boat & kayak ramp).
Court Rules and Hours are posted at the court entrance gate.
Donations toward continued improvements and maintenance of the courts can be made using the Pickleball button below.
If you want to offer your time or help with fundraising, contact a member of the 720 Club.
Speeding is an issue in the community
Speeding along Shamrock, Alligator Creek, South Venice Ave and other smaller streets has become a major problem. There are several initiatives underway to add speed bumps in certain zones to combat the epidemic of speeding.
Despite efforts to curb dangerous driving habits, speeding remains a persistent issue. So, how do we combat this problem effectively? One proven solution is the strategic installation of speed bumps.
The Role of Speed Bumps in Preventing Speeding
Speed bumps are among the most effective traffic calming measures to deter speeding. By creating physical barriers, they compel drivers to slow down in areas where safety is a priority—such as school zones, residential neighborhoods, and busy pedestrian crossings.
Benefits of Installing Speed Bumps:
1. **Encouraging Safer Driving Habits**
Speed bumps force drivers to adhere to lower speeds, reducing reckless behavior and enhancing road safety.
2. **Protecting Pedestrians and Cyclists**
In areas with high foot traffic, speed bumps provide a crucial layer of protection by minimizing the chances of vehicle-pedestrian collisions.
3. **Reducing Noise and Pollution**
Slower speeds lead to less aggressive acceleration and braking, decreasing traffic noise and environmental pollution.
4. **Enhancing Neighborhood Safety**
Residential communities benefit greatly from speed bumps as they discourage cut-through traffic and prevent accidents in places where children and families walk or play.
To inquire about speedbumps on your street, please contact Aishwarya Gajula, Sarasota Country Traffic Engineer at 941-861-0837. The SVCA is not involved in this process.
Speed is thrilling, but safety is priceless. Let’s drive responsibly and support measures that protect lives, including the installation of speed bumps in high-risk areas. 🚗💨🚫
Contact Us
If you have any questions please reach out to our team. We are located at 720 Alligator Drive in South Venice Beach.
Office Hours: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays 9am- 1pm.
svca@southvenice.org
941-493-0006
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