Charlotte County Burn Ban Status
Dec. 9, 2025 2:56 pm
Charlotte County Imposes Burn Ban Dec. 9 2025
The Charlotte County Commission has imposed a ban on all outdoor open burning, including the use and discharge of fireworks and sparklers, due to ongoing drought conditions and increased fire risk.
**REVISED** Florida Master Naturalist Program Uplands Module Registration Open
Dec. 8, 2025 3:23 pm
Registration is available for the Uplands Module of the Florida Master Naturalist Program, offered in Charlotte County by UF/IFAS Extension Florida Sea Grant.
Utilities Department Customer Service Phones Dec. 5
Dec. 5, 2025 11:43 am
The Utilities Department is currently experiencing a phone issue that may cause a delay in call backs to some customers.
Traffic Advisory - O’Hara Drive Bridge over Atlantis Waterway Closed Dec. 8-Jan. 7
Dec. 3, 2025 10:20 am
he O’Hara Drive bridge over Atlantis Waterway will be closed from Monday, Dec. 8, through Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026.
**REVISED** Utilities Rates and Fees Hearing Notice Jan. 13
Dec. 2, 2025 9:00 am
The Charlotte County Commission has scheduled a public hearing to consider a rate increase for Utilities ratepayers.
Franklin Water Treatment Opens New Charlotte County Facility, Plans to Grow Workforce to 30 Employees
Nov. 25, 2025 5:07 pm
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Nov. 20, 2025) – Franklin Water Treatment celebrated the grand opening of its new Punta Gorda facility with a ribbon cutting attended by county officials, business leaders and members of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce. The event highlighted the company’s continued investment in the local economy and its long-term commitment to the community. Chamber CEO Bob White welcomed attendees and recognized Franklin Water Treatment’s role in supporting regional economic growth.
Soccer Field Maintenance Dec.1-Feb 1
Nov. 20, 2025 3:33 pm
The soccer fields at South County Regional Park and Centennial Park will be closed Dec. 1-Feb. 1 for maintenance.
Parks That Teach Guided Tours
Nov. 20, 2025 3:32 pm
Parks that Teach is a guided walking tour through the scenic pathways of the City of Punta Gorda.
Rotonda Circle Lane Closure Nov. 24
Nov. 20, 2025 2:35 pm
Rotonda Circle near Sportsman Road will be reduced to one lane from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Nov. 24.