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Traffic Advisory - Portion of Cook Brown Road Closed

July 25, 2025 1:51 pm

A portion of Cook Brown Road, from Williams Drive west to the end of the county-maintained portion of the roadway (approximately 37201 Cook Brown Road), will be closed 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, July 28, through Wednesday, July 30, to install stormwater pipes. Field conditions may extend the anticipated timeframe of closure, and updates will be communicated.

New Online Tool Coming Soon to Help Residents Understand Flood Risk

July 25, 2025 10:05 am

The Charlotte County Community Development Department is preparing to launch a new online platform that will make floodplain information more accessible and easier to understand. Starting Aug. 1, the public will be able to use Forerunner, a digital tool designed to help users better understand their flood risk, navigate compliance requirements, and make more informed decisions when it comes to flood preparedness.

July 17 MSBU Public Hearing Video Available on YouTube

July 25, 2025 8:42 am

The Charlotte County Commission’s July 17 Municipal Services Benefit Unit public hearing video is now available to view on the county’s YouTube page, https://youtu.be/Uh6-rmI7ilA.

South County Regional Park Pool Open

July 24, 2025 4:39 pm

The South County Regional Park pool located at 670 Cooper St., Punta Gorda, FL will open normal operating hours Friday, July 25, 2025.

PUBLIC NOTICE HMGP-4673-289-R (421)

July 24, 2025 3:14 pm

HMGP-4673-289-R (421) Charlotte County, Rotunda Plant Lift Station, Generators

Englewood Beach Parking Update  

July 23, 2025 2:52 pm

On Monday, July 28, the south parking lot and circular drop-off area of Englewood Beach will be closed for asphalt paving repairs. The south parking lot and circular drop-off will reopen Thursday, July 31.

Traffic Advisory - Pellam Boulevard Lane Closure

July 23, 2025 2:13 pm

The right-hand northbound lane of Pellam Boulevard will be closed 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, July 28, for Irby Construction to work on underground power.