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 - Peachland Boulevard between Kensington Street and Waterside Street Intermittent Lane Closures Dec. 8-19
Dec. 3, 2025 1:24 pm
Peachland Boulevard between Kensington Street and Waterside Street will have intermittent lane closures 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Dec. 8 through Friday, Dec. 19 for Irby Construction to install underground power.
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.
Centennial Park Pool Closed Dec. 8 – 14 for Annual Maintenance
Dec. 2, 2025 10:15 am
The Centennial Park Pool in Port Charlotte will be closed Dec. 8-14 for annual maintenance. The pool will reopen Monday, Dec. 15, 2025.
Centennial Park Recreation Center Closed December 10-14 for Annual Maintenance
Dec. 2, 2025 10:10 am
The Centennial Park Recreation Center in Port Charlotte will be closed Dec. 10-14 for annual maintenance.
**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.
26th Annual Public Safety Santa Pancake Breakfast Dec. 23
Dec. 2, 2025 8:46 am
Charlotte County Public Safety invites you to our 26th annual Santa Pancake Breakfast from 9–11 a.m. on Dec. 23 in the parking lot of the Charlotte County Public Safety Building, 26571 Airport Road, Punta Gorda, FL 33982. Enjoy a free pancake breakfast sponsored by HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, meet Santa when he arrives on a fire engine at 9:30 a.m., and take part in photos with Santa, children’s activities, live Christmas music, and demonstrations by Charlotte County Fire & EMS. Families can also explore equipment displays from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, Utilities, and other county departments.
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.
Wills, Trusts and Estates Workshop Dec. 18
Nov. 25, 2025 2:23 pm
Join the Englewood Charlotte Library for a workshop on wills, trusts and estates at 6 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 18.