Charlotte County Celebrates New Affordable Housing for Veterans
April 8, 2026 1:39 pm
Charlotte County celebrates the development of The Villas at Scott Street, a new affordable housing project by Peace River Community Housing Partners dedicated to serving local veterans. A ribbon-cutting ceremony has been scheduled to celebrate the completion of the villas at 8:30 a.m., April 16.
Charlotte County Opens Public Comment Period for 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan and Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan
April 8, 2026 9:21 am
Charlotte County is seeking public input to help shape its first-ever 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan and Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to share feedback on community needs, funding priorities, and eligible activities that support low- and moderate-income residents. A public input meeting will be held on April 22, 2026, and comments will be accepted through April 29, 2026.
Charlotte County Businesses Earn Regional Recognition for Entrepreneurial Excellence
April 7, 2026 3:44 pm
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (April 7, 2026) – Six Charlotte County business leaders have been named official candidates in the 2026 Distinguished Entrepreneur Awards, hosted by the Florida Small Business Development Center at Florida Gulf Coast University, highlighting the strength and continued growth of the local business community. The Charlotte County candidates include Cole Kelly of Punta Gorda Adventures; Kevin Graham of Suncoast One Title & Closings; Casey Kennedy of Bloom Academy; Cameron and Logan Light of Amaze Games; Mary Rodriguez of Love Your Selfie Studio; and Mohit Pohani of MoAloo Ventures.
Utilities Department Summer Internship Program
April 6, 2026 12:32 pm
The Charlotte County Utilities Department is seeking applicants for its summer internship program.
Allapatchee Shores Park
April 2, 2026 3:37 pm
The parking area and all amenities at Allapatchee Shores Park 3100 Hickory Court, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 will be closing on April 3, 2026 for a parking and stormwater repairs and improvements project.
Harold Avenue Regional Park Path
April 1, 2026 5:58 pm
Repairs to the path at Harold Avenue Regional Park to the west of the tennis courts have been completed.
South County Regional Park Walking Path
April 1, 2026 5:50 pm
Construction to extend the concrete walking path north of the soccer fields at South County Regional Park has been completed
School Zone Speed Enforcement System Citations Being Issued
April 1, 2026 7:54 am
Charlotte County is implementing school zone speed enforcement cameras to enhance safety. The warning phase of the program ended March 31. Violators will receive a citation notice by mail if caught speeding.
Prairie Creek Kayak Launch – Temporary Closure Notice
March 31, 2026 1:16 pm
Beginning immediately, the current natural kayak launch area at Prairie Creek is closed during construction activities as Charlotte County Parks & Natural Resources begins construction of a permanent kayak launch.