Charlotte County Recognizes National Economic Development Week
May 13, 2026 9:30 am
Charlotte County commissioners recognized May 10-16, 2026, as National Economic Development Week, highlighting the local partnerships that support business growth, entrepreneurship, job creation and long-term economic vitality throughout the county. The proclamation recognizes the role economic development plays in strengthening communities by helping create, retain and expand jobs, supporting a stable tax base and improving quality of life. Representatives from SCORE, the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce, Charlotte County Public Schools, and the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce joined Charlotte County Economic Development staff for the recognition.
PUBLIC NOTICE HMGP 4828-(256)
May 13, 2026 8:25 am
The Federal Emergency Management Agency and Florida Division of Emergency Management have received the following application for Federal grant funding:
HMGP 4828-(256) West Port Water Reclamation Facility Generator
Centennial Park Pool Closing at 5 p.m., May 13
May 12, 2026 11:24 pm
Centennial Park Pool at 1120 Centennial Blvd., Port Charlotte will be closing at 5 p.m., Wednesday May 13.
**REVISED** Centennial Park Recreation Center and Pool Open
May 12, 2026 4:51 pm
Centennial Park Recreation Center and Pool located at 1120 Centennial Blvd., Port Charlotte, are open
Traffic Advisory - Road Closure on San Cristobal Avenue between Bismarck Road and Sandhill Boulevard May 18-22
May 12, 2026 3:07 pm
San Cristobal Avenue between Bismarck Road and Sandhill Boulevard will be closed 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, May 18 through Friday, May 22 for Public Works crews to perform stormwater maintenance.
Women in Aviation Open House to Showcase Aviation Careers
May 12, 2026 11:55 am
The Women in Aviation Southwest Florida Chapter will host a Women in Aviation Open House from 3-4 p.m., Wednesday, May 27, at the new Aviation Maintenance Technology School, 27500 Challenger Blvd., to help students, families and the community explore aviation career opportunities.
Englewood Beach Basketball Court Resurfacing
May 12, 2026 11:26 am
Resurfacing of the basketball court at Englewood Beach began May 11 and is anticipated to be complete by July 10, 2026.
Adjusted Hours for Utilities Department Customer Service May 13
May 12, 2026 10:13 am
The Utilities Department’s customer service phone line (941-764-4300) and payment center at Promenades Mall will be unavailable from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13.
Traffic Advisory - Midway Boulevard between Darby Drive and Edgemere Street Intermittent Lane Closures May 12-13
May 11, 2026 6:14 pm
Midway Boulevard between Darby Drive and Edgemere Street will have intermittent lane closures 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday, May 12 through Wednesday, May 13 for Public Works crews to complete sidewalk repairs.