Charlotte County Burn Ban Remains in Effect Following Special Commission Meeting
July 2, 2026 2:08 pm
During a special meeting held Thursday morning, the Charlotte County Commission voted to keep the countywide burn ban in place after discussing current weather conditions, rainfall across the county and wildfire risk.
The County Commission voted to maintain the burn ban due to continued dry conditions and ongoing wildfire concerns. During the meeting, commissioners and fire department staff discussed how rainfall has been inconsistent across Charlotte County, leaving many areas, particularly western Charlotte County, with little measurable rain.
The burn ban remains in effect and prohibits outdoor burning activities, including the personal use of fireworks and sparklers.
Traffic Advisory - Chamberlain Boulevard Bridge Closure July 6-Oct. 5
July 2, 2026 8:30 am
The Chamberlain Boulevard Bridge over the Apollo Waterway will be closed from Monday, July 6 through Monday, Oct. 5. This bridge closure is required for bridge rehabilitation work to be completed by Zep Construction.
County Celebrates Nation’s 250th Birthday with Building Lights
July 1, 2026 4:53 pm
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of our nation, Charlotte County will light four county facilities with red, white and blue lights for the month of July.
July is Park & Recreation Month
July 1, 2026 4:31 pm
Get Up, Get Out and Get Active in July with Charlotte County Community Services. July is nationally recognized as Park and Recreation Month.
**REVISED** Restrooms at Englewood Beach Open
July 1, 2026 1:58 pm
The restrooms at Englewood Beach are open.
Don Pedro Knight Island MSBU Public Hearing July 22
July 1, 2026 11:21 am
The Charlotte County Commission has scheduled a public hearing for the Don Pedro Knight Island Beach Renourishment Municipal Service Benefit Unit at 5:01 p.m., July 22
Manasota Key Beach Renourishment MSBU Public Hearing July 22
July 1, 2026 11:15 am
The Charlotte County Commission has scheduled a public hearing for the Manasota Key Beach Renourishment Municipal Service Benefit Unit at 5:01 p.m., July 22.
Traffic Advisory - Road Closure on Cutler Terrace between Longwood Avenue and Santa Rosa Avenue July 6-21
July 1, 2026 10:47 am
Cutler Terrace between Longwood Avenue and Santa Rosa Avenue will be closed Monday, July 6 through Tuesday, July 21 for Public Works crews to repair stormwater infrastructure.
Charlotte County Committee Vacancies
July 1, 2026 8:35 am
The Board of County Commissioners is seeking volunteers.