Bill > H4077

This bill, titled the "Punta Gorda Utility District Boundary Codification and Utility Transfer Act," establishes the official boundaries of the Punta Gorda Utility District to encompass all lands within the City of Punta Gorda's corporate limits as of the act's effective date, and requires the city to provide official maps and descriptions to the state. It authorizes Charlotte County to take over potable water and wastewater utility services in certain areas outside the district, while allowing the City of Punta Gorda to keep and maintain its existing assets in those areas to ensure service continuity for its customers. The bill mandates that the city and county enter into interlocal agreements, with an initial agreement due within 180 days and a comprehensive transition plan report due within 365 days, detailing how utility functions, assets, and obligations will be transferred. Until this transfer is finalized, the City of Punta Gorda must continue providing and maintaining water and wastewater services to all customers, and the act clarifies that it will not affect existing financial obligations or agreements of the district, city, or county, with all current powers and duties remaining in place until lawfully transferred.

Government Affairs

Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee (House)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/4077