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Public Works

APWA AccreditationThe Public Works Department utilizes a skilled, engaged workforce to enhance the quality of life for Charlotte County residents by continually improving infrastructure and providing services in a cost-effective manner to meet the needs of the community.

The Public Works Department builds and maintains roadways, bridges, navigable waterways, stormwater infrastructure, traffic lights and signs, rights-of-ways and landscaping in unincorporated areas of Charlotte County while protecting and preserving the environment.

The Department further provides solid waste management including curbside service and operation of the landfill, manages mosquito and aquatic weed control programs and operates the Indian Spring and Lieutenant Carl Bailey Cemeteries.

Department News

Marine Advisory - South Gulf Cove Lock Opening May 15-19 News Image

Marine Advisory - South Gulf Cove Lock Opening May 15-19

May 7, 2026 12:52 pm

To help raise water levels in the canal system, the South Gulf Cove lock will be opened from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., starting Friday, May 15 through Tuesday, May 19 to allow water flow. These times may vary depending on the tides.  

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Traffic Advisory - Beach Road between Emil R. Swepston Bridge and Gulf Boulevard Intermittent Lane Closures May-7 News Image

Traffic Advisory - Beach Road between Emil R. Swepston Bridge and Gulf Boulevard Intermittent Lane Closures May-7

May 5, 2026 12:25 pm

Beach Road between the Emil R. Swepston Bridge and Gulf Boulevard will have intermittent lane closures 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, May 7 for Public Works crews to trim vegetation along the right-of-way.

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Marine Advisory - South Gulf Cove Lock Cleaning Scheduled May 4-8   News Image

Marine Advisory - South Gulf Cove Lock Cleaning Scheduled May 4-8  

May 1, 2026 9:13 am

The South Gulf Cove Lock is scheduled to be cleaned 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, May 4 through Friday, May 8.

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