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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Public Works
July 3, 2025 (941)575-5050
MEDIA ADVISORY
Advisement of ongoing construction at the Hounds on Henry Dog Park, as a new shade structure is being installed in the large dog area. Due to the involvement of multiple departments in this project, the construction schedule will extend beyond the park’s usual Wednesday maintenance window. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to enhance the park’s amenities for you and your pets. If you have any questions, please contact Public Works between 8:00 am – 4:30 pm., Monday through Friday at 941-575-5050 or by email at pubworks@pgorda.us Press Release Hounds on Henry Shade Construction
If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at (941) 575-5050 during the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
RUN DATE: July 3, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Public Works
September 27, 2024 (941)575-5050
MEDIA ADVISORY
Beginning today Friday, September 27, 2024, the Justice Center Walkway will be temporarily closed due to Hurricane Helene Damages until further notice. The closure is required to ensure the safety of our residents and visitors. Press release Closure of the Justice Center Walkway
MEDIA ADVISORY
Beginning today Friday, September 27, 2024, the Adrienne Street Pier will be temporarily closed due to Hurricane Helene Damages until further notice. The closure is required to ensure the safety of our residents and visitors. Press Release Closure of Adrianne Street Pier
MEDIA ADVISORY
Beginning today Friday, September 27, 2024, the restrooms at Gilchrist Park located at 1000 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, will be temporarily closed due to Hurricane Helene Damages until further notice. Once the restrooms are properly cleaned and restocked, they will be reopened. The closure is required to ensure the safety of our residents and visitors. Press Release Closure of Gilchrist Park Restrooms
If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at (941) 575-5050 during the hours of 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
MEDIA ADVISORY
The Interactive Fountain area in Laishley Park will be shut down as of Monday, November 27, 2023, for rehabilitation and upgrades to the splash pad/play area. Please use extra caution while driving or walking through the park due to construction personnel and equipment. To the highest extent possible the restroom facilities will remain open to the public. The access to the restrooms will be from the marina side of the building. There will be periodic temporary sidewalk closures immediately adjacent to the construction area as required for public safety. The construction area will be closed to the public at all times during this period. The enhanced fountain area is scheduled to reopen in May 2023. Press release Interactive Fountain Construction.
If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at (941) 575-5050 during the hours of 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The Parks and Grounds Division is responsible for maintaining City parks, municipal grounds, downtown streetscape, street trees, playgrounds, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, City and community entrance features and medians. Other division responsibilities include irrigation design, installation and maintenance, herbicide spraying, fertilizing, cul-de-sac deliverers and all related tasks. For Park Rentals call: 941-575-3367.
City parks are open from Dawn to Dusk 7 day7s a week unless noted otherwise.
Hounds on Henry Weekly Maintenance
As a friendly reminder, Hounds on Henry is closed every Wednesday for weekly maintenance from Noon - 3:00 pm. Normal hours of operations are Monday thru Tuesday & Thursday thru Sunday from 7:30am until dusk.