SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Florida Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Frost and Freeze
March 11, 2026 3:03 pm
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Florida that sustained economic losses caused by frost and freeze conditions occurring Jan. 23 through Feb. 5, 2026. The deadline to return economic injury applications is Nov. 4, 2026.
Lewis Earns ICMA Credentialed Manager Honor
March 11, 2026 9:09 am
ICMA member and Deputy County Administrator Emily Lewis recently received the credentialed manager designation from the International City/County Management Association.
**REVISED** South County Regional Park Water Line Damaged
Feb. 18, 2026 2:13 pm
The water line to the South County Regional Park Recreation Center was damaged by a contractor is repaired. The facility will remain closed until it can be repaired is open.
New Watering Schedule
Feb. 15, 2026 9:44 pm
In an effort to better conserve water during the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s water shortage restriction, residents are asked to observe a new watering day schedule.
Additional Amenities Open at Bayshore Live Oak Park
Feb. 4, 2026 11:38 am
Shoreline renourishment has been completed at Bayshore Live Oak Park. Additional amenities have reopened.
Drop Savers Water Conservation Poster Contest
Jan. 23, 2026 1:28 pm
The Charlotte County Utilities Department invites local students to participate in the Drop Savers Water Conservation Poster Contest.
Riverside Park Closed for Repairs
Jan. 6, 2026 2:15 pm
Riverside Park will be closed for repairs to the boat ramp and dock beginning Jan. 7, 2026.
Utilities Department Schedules Facility Tours
Jan. 2, 2026 10:22 am
The Charlotte County Utilities Department invites the community to guided tours of water and wastewater facilities.
Beach and Boat Ramp Parking Fees Suspended
Dec. 30, 2025 12:42 pm
The Charlotte County Commission has suspended parking fees at beaches and boat ramps operated by Charlotte County.