When I moved to Florida from New York in 2016, I quickly recognized two things.
The City of Punta Gorda has earned the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its budget a…
The Charlotte County Commission last year adopted a proclamation to raise awareness of human trafficking. The board also passed a resolution r…
Here we go, folks. The moment we’ve been anticipating in 2021 — the moment where Congress assembles a big package of legislation that includes…
As of July 1, a significant change has been made to a law that impacts the way our Code Enforcement Department operates.
When I first moved to Florida from Seattle, I would escape to the cool Pacific Northwest in the summer for a few weeks of respite from the swe…
The work of the City of Punta Gorda and the Charlotte County area as a whole has been recognized by the Milken Institute. The Milken Institute…
What did Charlotte County schools learn from their COVID-19 pandemic experience ?
Several county commissioners, administrative staff and staff from various county departments, and the county attorney’s office attended the Fl…
Charlotte County is home to some 25,000 veterans. Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard vets are all here. Down the road I am sure we…
The City of Punta Gorda’s staff and elected officials take communications with residents and visitors seriously and provide attention to the q…
In the middle of the night on June 24, a 40-year-old, 12-story condominium in Miami-Dade County suddenly collapsed. Ten people are confirmed d…
Beginning Tuesday, the Charlotte County Utilities Department will resume shutoffs for non-payment and late payment fees for our water and wast…
Punta Gorda Airport is back in full swing. April was the first month Allegiant flights averaged 75% full and total passenger numbers are now a…
County departments create monthly reports summarizing activities and accomplishments. These reports are compiled and provided to commissioners…
Congratulations are in order for the City of Punta Gorda Building Division. The division prides itself on developing a cooperative spirit with…
Homeowners are the ones who incur the hefty costs when extreme weather strikes, especially those who live in low-lying coastal areas. Now is t…
We are blessed by the Good Lord to live in the Sunshine State. Here in Florida, we’re surrounded by natural beauty, plentiful food and endless…
The COVID-19 pandemic has not prevented the performance of essential mosquito control activities in Charlotte County.
As the temperatures increase, so do the opportunities to take part in the many activities that help create a great quality of place in Punta G…
I am a retired grandfather who now lives in Florida. I have been an attorney for approximately 40 years. I was in the computer field for nearl…
America’s Everglades provides the drinking water for nine million Floridians, habitat for 78 threatened or endangered species, and includes a …
The Charlotte County Public Works Department received notification last week it had earned accreditation by the American Public Works Association.
Every year the City of Punta Gorda shares its priorities for the state budget with the Charlotte County Legislative Delegation. The Boca Grand…
Punta Gorda’s City Council acted both unconstitutionally and irresponsibly when it passed an ordinance that attempts to criminalize incivility.
Are we doomed? Alarming reports continue of more destructive hurricanes, extreme heat events and rising sea levels. Florida is ground ero for …
With 109 miles of seawall in the City of Punta Gorda, the Canal Maintenance Division has a big job.
June 1 marked the start of the hurricane season, so now is the time to make sure you are prepared. Having a plan will take the guesswork out o…
