Sarasota Rejects Obsidian Tower for Third Time, Despite Warning of Legal Battle
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN
Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
More from Marcus →Managing Editor · Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 7:45 PM · 1 min read
In a 3–2 vote, commissioners rejected a special magistrate's recommendation to approve the controversial 327-foot condo tower on North Palm Avenue. The decision could send the yearslong dispute to court.