Commissioners direct staff to amend water demand projection to support Punta Gorda request

Mar 25, 2026

Staff told commissioners the county could add 0.25 MGD to the Peace River Water Authority distribution pool to help Punta Gorda’s requested purchase; board asked staff to return with an amended demand letter and details after the Water Authority’s April 1 meeting.

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County staff told commissioners they could support an amendment to the county's annual water demand projection to place 0.25 MGD into the regional distribution pool to aid the City of Punta Gorda if the Water Authority approves the city's request April 1.

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