The Charlotte County Commission is seeking residents to fill multiple volunteer positions across a variety of advisory committees and boards. These appointments offer local citizens the opportunity to contribute to county planning, development, and public services:
Agricultural & Natural Resources Advisory Committee
One volunteer is needed who is a resident or owner of real property in Charlotte County to include representatives of: range, timber and wildlife; sod, hay, aquaculture, or honey production; vegetable production; livestock production; citrus production; agricultural economics; environmental conservation; agricultural engineering or water management; agricultural realty; or rural land use and environmental law.
For more information, contact Morgan Cook at Morgan.Cook@charlottecountyfl.gov.
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
A vacancy is available on the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. The ideal candidate must reside in Charlotte County and be actively engaged in one of several housing-related fields, including home building, banking, or mortgage banking, labor, advocacy for low-income individuals, affordable housing provision (for-profit or not-for-profit), real estate, or local planning. Individuals representing employers or essential services personnel are also eligible.
Inquiries may be directed to Morgan.Cook@charlottecountyfl.gov.
Barrier Island Fire Service MSBU Advisory Board
The Barrier Island Fire Service Municipal Service Benefit Unit (MSBU) Advisory Board seeks a resident from within the unit to fill a vacancy through Oct. 31, 2026. Applications should be submitted to the Public Safety Department, 26571 Airport Road, Punta Gorda, FL 33982. Call 941-833-5602 or email Carole.Thomas@CharlotteCountyFL.gov.
MSBU and TU Advisory Boards
Several MSBU and TU Advisory Boards are recruiting residents who also own property within their respective units. Applications should be submitted to the Public Works Department, 7000 Florida St., Punta Gorda, FL 33950. For assistance, call 941-575-3600 or email MSBU-TU@CharlotteCountyFL.gov.
Openings include:
Boca Grande Street & Drainage Unit – 1 position (term through Oct. 31, 2026)
Buena Vista Waterway Unit – 1 position (term through Oct. 31, 2026)
Edgewater North Waterway Unit – 1 position (term through Oct. 31, 2028)
Englewood East Non-Urban Street & Drainage Unit – 1 position (term through Oct. 31, 2027)
Gardens of Gulf Cove Street & Drainage Unit – 1 position (term through Oct. 31, 2027)
Gulf Cove Waterway Unit – 1 position (term through Oct. 31, 2028)
Harbour Heights Waterway Unit – 2 positions (terms through Oct. 31, 2027)
Manchester Waterway Utility Unit – 2 positions (terms through Oct. 31, 2027 and Oct. 31, 2028)
Placida Area Street & Drainage Unit – 2 positions (terms through Oct. 31, 2026 and Oct. 31, 2028)
Rotonda Sands Street & Drainage Unit – 1 position (term through Oct. 31, 2028)
South Burnt Store Street & Drainage Unit – 1 position (term through Oct. 31, 2027)
Suncoast Waterway Unit – 2 positions (terms through Oct. 31, 2026 and Oct. 31, 2028)
Residents are encouraged to apply and take part in the decision-making process in their communities.
