Punta Gorda public meetings in 2025
14 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee will consider an event permit for the Chili, Beer & Music Fest at Laishley Park. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 14 and 21, 2025.
- Event permit 26-00100003 for Chili, Beer & Music Fest at Laishley Park
- Approval of November 14, 2025, meeting minutes
- Approval of November 21, 2025, meeting minutes
Historic Preservation Advisory Board
The board will review 15 information-only items regarding exterior modifications to residential and commercial properties. The meeting also includes discussions on City Hall renovations and the AC Freeman House.
- City Hall Renovation discussion
- AC Freeman House discussion
- Substantial Damage Letter for Historic Homes
- Roof replacements at 457 West Virginia Avenue, 207 East Marion Avenue, and 311 West Retta Esplanade
- Fence installation at 413 West Ann Street
Punta Gorda Isles Canal Advisory Committee
The Punta Gorda Isles Canal Advisory Committee will conduct a routine meeting that includes approving minutes from October 2025 and receiving multiple staff reports on finance, budget, seawall replacement, permits, capital improvements, and master permit agreements. The committee will also hold quasi-judicial public hearings on three special permits.
- Approval of minutes from October 20, 2025 meeting
- Public hearings on special permits CCSP 01-2025, CCSP 02-2025, and CCSP 03-2025
- Finance Report and Budget Utilization Report for November 2025
- Seawall Replacement Status Report and Permits Authorized by City Staff for November 2025
City Council Workshop LDR
The Punta Gorda City Council will hold a workshop to discuss updates to the Land Development Regulations. The meeting is scheduled for December 2, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Laishley Community Room.
- Land Development Regulation Workshop Kick Off
- Next Meeting: December 3, 2025 at 9am at Laishley Community Room
Pre-Agenda City Council
The City Council will reorganize by certifying election results, swearing in members, and electing a mayor and vice mayor. A public hearing will be held on a new Chapter 17 Utilities ordinance that repeals and replaces the existing code governing water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems. The council will also consider several resolutions, including the 2026 meeting schedule and rules of procedure, and award a contract for the Seawall Replacement Program.
- Public hearing on Ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 17 'Utilities' (water, wastewater, reclaimed water)
- Award of agreement to Marine Contracting Group, Inc. for Seawall Replacement Program
- Invoices for legal services: $7,919.24 (through Sept 2025) and $9,756.25 (through Oct 2025)
- Lease termination for Punta Gorda Coffee & Tea (Unit 118) and Punta Gorda Chocolate & Wine (Unit 1112)
- Event permits for New Year's Eve at Fisherman's Village and Light Up The Night tree lighting
1% Local Sales Tax Committee
The 1% Local Sales Tax Committee will review and rate the final list of potential projects for the 2025 sales tax allocation. The meeting includes a roll call, announcements, and a recap of previously rated projects.
City Council
The Punta Gorda City Council convened an emergency meeting with no formal agenda items requiring a decision. The meeting included procedural roll call, invocation, and announcements, with the next workshop scheduled for January 6, 2026.
City Council
The City Council will discuss updating the city's utility code and adopting new rates and fees for water and wastewater services. The meeting includes public hearings for a floodplain management ordinance and two zoning variances.
- Second reading of Ordinance GA-09-2025 to repeal and replace Chapter 17 (Utilities) of the Code of Ordinances
- Resolutions to adopt water and wastewater capacity fees and general rates/fees
- Variance request for an outdoor entertainment venue at 126 E Olympia Avenue
- Variance request for a 6.8-foot side yard setback at 959 Messina Drive
- Purchase of a Customized Bear Cat G3 Emergency Vehicle from Lenco Industries, Inc.
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Punta Gorda Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings on two property variance requests. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 22, 2025 meeting.
- V-04-2025 - 126 E Olympia Avenue
- V-06-2025 - 959 Messina Drive
- Approval of September 22, 2025 meeting minutes
Utility Advisory Board
The Utility Advisory Board will review operational and financial reports. The board is scheduled to discuss an interlocal agreement regarding bulk water service.
- Interlocal Agreement, Bulk Water Service
- Utilities Operational Data report
- Utilities Financial report
- Cross Connection Control report
Pre-Agenda City Council
The City Council will discuss updating the city's utility code and adopting new resolutions for water and wastewater rates and capacity fees. The meeting includes public hearings for a floodplain management ordinance and two property variances.
- Proposed repeal and replacement of Chapter 17 'Utilities' and associated water/wastewater fees
- Variance request for an outdoor entertainment venue at 126 E Olympia Avenue
- Variance request for a home addition setback at 959 Messina Drive
- First reading of ordinance GA-10-2025 regarding floodplain management for historic structures
- Single source purchase of a Customized Bear Cat G3 Emergency Vehicle from Lenco Industries, Inc.
Development Review Committee
The Punta Gorda Development Review Committee will review and approve minutes from the November 7 meeting and consider permit applications for three public events: a Christmas Eve service at Laishley Park, a craft fair on Sullivan Street, and a holiday market at Gilchrist Park. The committee will also review an application for the Deep Creek Community Church.
- Approval of November 7, 2025 meeting minutes
- Permit 25-195784: Deep Creek Community Church Christmas Eve Service at Laishley Park (Dec 24, 2025)
- Permit 25-195951: Sullivan Street Craft Fair (Jan 17-18, Mar 7-8, Sep 19-20, Nov 28-29, 2026)
- Permit 25-196163: Holly Jolly Market at Gilchrist Park (Dec 20-21, 2025)
- Application review: DRC-08-2025 (Deep Creek Community Church)
City Council
The Punta Gorda City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 19, 2025, at 9:00 AM. Key decisions include repealing and replacing the Utilities chapter of the city code, reorganizing council leadership, and approving contracts and leases. The meeting also features public hearings, board appointments, and updates on city projects and policies.
- Repeal and replacement of Chapter 17, 'Utilities,' of the Code of Ordinances
- Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor following 2025 General Election results
- Approval of legal invoices totaling $17,675.49 for Leskovich Law Group, P.A.
- Award of Seawall Replacement Program contract to Marine Contracting Group, Inc. of Punta Gorda, FL
- Public hearings on Utilities chapter repeal and adoption
City Council Workshop Marina
The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the Laishley Marina and boat ramp parking. The session includes public comments and a breakout session with staff.
- Discussion regarding Laishley Marina
- Discussion regarding boat ramp parking