Moving to a new community comes with plenty of questions.
Who handles water service? Where do you register your vehicle? Who do you call about garbage collection? And where do you turn when you need a little help navigating local services?
We've brought together some helpful contacts to make getting settled in Punta Gorda a little easier.
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City of Punta Gorda
| Department | Phone |
|---|---|
| City Hall / General Information | (941) 575-3302 |
| City Clerk | (941) 575-3369 |
| City Manager's Office | (941) 575-3302 |
| Code Compliance | (941) 575-3352 |
| Fire Department — Non-Emergency | (941) 575-5529 |
| Police Department — Non-Emergency | (941) 639-4111 |
| Public Works | (941) 575-5050 |
| Sanitation / Waste Collection | (941) 575-5069 |
| Urban Design / Planning | (941) 575-3372 |
| Zoning | (941) 575-3314 |
| Water & Sewer Services | (941) 575-3339 |
| Utility Billing | (941) 639-2528 |
| After-Hours Water & Sewer Emergencies | (941) 639-2057 |
City Hall: 326 W. Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda
Official Website: ci.punta-gorda.fl.us
RESIDENTS & VISITORS
Need a trusted local business?
Start with the Chamber Member Directory, or grab the 2027 Visitor Guide.
Charlotte County & Public Services
| Department | Phone |
|---|---|
| Charlotte County Sheriff's Office — Non-Emergency | (941) 639-2101 |
| Charlotte County Fire & EMS — Administration | (941) 833-5600 |
| Charlotte County Tax Collector / Vehicle Services | (941) 743-1350 |
| Charlotte County Public Schools | (941) 255-0808 |
| Charlotte County Emergency Management | (941) 833-4000 |
| Charlotte County Animal Control | (941) 833-5690 |
| Charlotte County Garbage & Recycling | (941) 764-4360 |
| Charlotte County Utilities | (941) 764-4300 |
Electricity & Utilities
| Service | Phone |
|---|---|
| Florida Power & Light — Customer Service | (888) 988-8249 |
| FPL — Report Power Outages | (800) 468-8243 |
| City of Punta Gorda — Utility Billing | (941) 639-2528 |
| City of Punta Gorda — After-Hours Water/Sewer Emergency | (941) 639-2057 |
Utility providers and service responsibilities may vary depending on your address and whether your property is inside city limits.
Area Hospitals
| Hospital | Location | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AdventHealth Port Charlotte | 2500 Harbor Boulevard, Port Charlotte | (941) 766-4122 |
| HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital | 21298 Olean Boulevard, Port Charlotte | (941) 629-1181 |
Emergency & Crisis Assistance
Police, Fire & Medical Emergencies: 911
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988
For non-emergency situations, contact the appropriate agency listed above.
Looking for a Local Business? Start With Your Chamber!
Need a plumber, electrician, insurance agent, realtor, healthcare provider, or someone to help you settle into your new home?
The Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce is here to help connect you with local businesses and professionals.
Explore our Chamber Member Directory or contact our office.
Because whether you've lived here for 30 years or arrived 30 minutes ago, we're happy to help you feel right at home.