941.743.1200
18500 Murdock Circle
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Mission: To serve and protect the citizens of Charlotte County through leadership, teamwork, and exceptional services.
Charlotte County Public Safety comprises Emergency Management, Fire & EMS, Fire Prevention, Animal Control, Radio Communications, and the Public Safety Training Center. The department utilizes a highly skilled workforce to provide services to protect life and property, mitigate hazards, and respond to emergencies.
Oct. 23, 2025 2:21 pm
The Charlotte County 2026 Sales Tax Focus Group has scheduled a meeting at 3 p.m., Oct. 30.
Oct. 22, 2025 9:18 am
Property owners in Municipal Service Benefit Units and Municipal Service Taxing Units can sign up for informational emails about their units.
Sep. 3, 2025 4:41 pm
The Charlotte County Office of Emergency Management, in partnership with Charlotte County Public Works, has installed over 12,900 reflective vinyl bands on stop signs and intersections throughout unincorporated areas of Charlotte County. These 3-inch-wide bands, which feature both the color and letter of evacuation zones, are designed to make it easier for residents and visitors to identify their evacuation zone and storm surge risk during a tropical storm or hurricane.
