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Charlotte County to front Bosilia Lagoon dredge; board directs reimbursement via MSTU, FEMA or other sources
Summary
Following public appeals from Don Pedro/Night Island residents, the board approved a staff‑recommended early start for Bosilia Lagoon maintenance dredging, with the county to assume initial cost pending FEMA approval and/or creation of an MSTU to reimburse local expense.
Charlotte County commissioners on July 22 approved moving forward with dredging that residents say will restore navigation and return sand to an eroded shoreline at Bosilia (Basilia) Lagoon on Don Pedro/Night Island.
Public comment at the meeting emphasized boating safety, navigation problems for emergency response boats and the loss of beach in front of shoreline properties after recent storms. Residents asked the board to pursue FEMA funding but also to move quickly so the beach and launch access can be restored ahead of a new storm season.
Board action: the board voted unanimously to allow the county to start the dredge work before FEMA authorization if necessary, with the county…
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