Utility staff told the board the council approved an amendment with Corolla Engineers (~$110,000) for grant planning and a separate ~$150,000 contract for mechanical integrity testing of the RO plant deep injection well; staff also reported procurement steps for AMI and RO expansion.

Punta Gorda’s Utility Advisory Board said the region remains in drought, reported low reservoir levels and described daily enforcement of stage‑3 watering rules that produced $5,125 in fines in the first month under a reduced $25 fine schedule.

The Punta Gorda Utility Advisory Board voted 3–1 Nov. 24 to recommend that City Council approve an interlocal utility agreement with Charlotte County to expand service into the Jones Loop corridor, allowing Punta Gorda temporary access to up to 500,000 gallons per day from the regional water supply and authorizing developer‑funded extensions. Members raised concerns about long‑term obligations and sewer capacity.

Council recommends rate adjustments for sewer revenue to enhance cost recovery through 2029.

City Council adopts missions statement and approves new utility resolutions recognizing essential staff.

Council considers new emergency water ordinance to address peak demand exceeding capacity.

City staff recommends a 12% rate increase for water and sewer services through 2029.

City recommends a phased 12% water fee increase to support new developments by 2029.

City Council discusses urgent water supply expansion to meet current and future demands.

City council unanimously approves impact fees and discusses projected water and sewer rate increases.

Officials discuss impact fee projections and upcoming rate study for utility funding.

City plans $112M investment in water and wastewater infrastructure over next five years.

City proposes cumulative 12% water rate hikes through 2029 and 5% in 2030.

Council secures CDM Smith for wastewater improvements and reduces utility lien interest.

Council approves professional services for upgrading aging force main beneath I-75

Council discusses water quality concerns and potential impacts of airport annexation on city finances