Public meeting April 22nd to discuss Sunshine Lake/Sunrise Waterway

CHARLOTTE COUNTY – A public meeting will be held to discuss stormwater and groundwater testing locations around Sunshine Lake and Sunrise Waterway at 5 p.m. April 22 at the Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron Street, Port Charlotte. The event will include staff from Atkins (consultant for long term management plan), Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD), and Charlotte County Public Works.

Atkins will give an overview of the nutrient source evaluation study and the overall management plan process. A discussion will be held on the selection of locations for the stormwater and groundwater sampling devices. Charlotte County staff will provide an update on the algae removal project. SWFWMD staff will be on hand to answer any questions from citizens.

For more information contact Joanne Vernon, County Engineer at 941.575.3661.