Charlotte County Fire & EMS Earns Improved ISO Class 3 Fire Protection Rating
Oct. 7, 2026 4:17 pm
Charlotte County Fire & EMS has achieved an improved Insurance Services Office Public Protection Classification, moving from a rating of 4/4X to 3/3X.
Utilities Department Customer Service Phones
Sep. 30, 2026 1:28 pm
The Charlotte County Utilities Department customer service phone line, 941-764-4300, is experiencing a technical issue that may result in dropped calls.
Water Restrictions Extended Through March 31, 2027
Sep. 23, 2026 10:13 am
The Southwest Florida Water Management District has extended a Modified Phase III “Extreme” Water Shortage for much of Charlotte County.
Traffic Advisory - Lane Closure on Veterans Boulevard at Loveland Boulevard and Torrington Street Intersections
Sep. 4, 2026 9:00 am
The eastbound right-hand lane on Veterans Boulevard at the Loveland Boulevard and Torrington Street intersections will be closed Tuesday, Sept. 8 through Friday, Nov. 27 for EHC Construction to perform roadway construction.
Charlotte County Burn Ban Status
July 28, 2026 11:00 am
The Charlotte County Commission has voted to rescind the countywide burn ban previously reenacted on April 28, 2026.
Traffic Advisory - Chamberlain Boulevard Bridge Closure over Jupiter Waterway July 27-Jan. 11, 2027
July 27, 2026 9:42 am
The Chamberlain Boulevard Bridge over the Jupiter Waterway will be closed from Monday, July 27, 2026 until Monday, January 11, 2027.
Charlotte County Economic Development Highlights Jennifer Cirella in 40 Under 40
July 21, 2026 2:40 pm
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (July 21, 2026) Charlotte County Economic Development is highlighting Jennifer Cirella through its 40 Under 40 feature, part of the Careers on the Coast program. The program shares the stories of young professionals who are building careers, businesses and community connections in Charlotte County.
Cirella is a Punta Gorda native, Charlotte High School graduate and founder of Calista Kitchen & Bath. After earning her degree from Florida Gulf Coast University and beginning her career in Washington, D.C., she returned home to build her business. She is a Florida certified building contractor and vice president of the Charlotte DeSoto Building Industry Association.
Traffic Advisory - Placida Road Bridge, Southbound Westernmost Lane and Pedestrian Walkway Closed April 24
July 16, 2026 1:29 pm
The southbound westernmost lane and pedestrian walkway of the Placida Road bridge over Ainger Creek is closed until further notice.
**REVISED** Tippecanoe Environmental Park Kayak Launch
July 16, 2026 12:29 pm
Improvements to the natural kayak launch at Tippecanoe Environmental Park will began July 6, 2026, and is anticipated to be completed by Aug. 21, 2026.