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From beautiful beaches to
historic downtown, Charlotte County thrives on its diversity. On one end of Charlotte County, you can visit pristine beaches. Drive to the other end, and you'll be in the midst of farmland, with both crops and cattle as far as the eye can see. And between the farms and the beaches is a historic downtown, industry, schools and entertainment, and nearly two dozen parks. It's no wonder that the county is one of the fastest growing in the state. People have discovered Charlotte County's unspoiled beauty, climate and its livability, making it a destination of choice for both full-time residents and vacationers. (NOAA has a local weather forecast and live satellite picture of the area). |
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Beautiful Charlotte County Florida located in the Southwest Coast of Florida. Voted by
"Money Magazine" - "The Best Place to Live In The South". Nestled
around the banks of serene Charlotte Harbor our area is being discovered by those seeking
subtropical living and vacationing at its finest. Clean air, 129 square miles of water, sunshine, fishing at its finest, wildlife in abundance and a casual friendly atmosphere are appealing to those who are seeking the natural pleasures of life.
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The smorgasbord of activities may
have children learning to groom horses one night and senior citizens learn aerobics in a
pool the next. Some activities are more sedate, such as afternoon lunches and evening
bingo. The various clubs and organizations have become such a dominant part of life in Charlotte County that various governmental agencies even take into consideration these groups when setting official meetings. When it comes to activities for seniors, the Port Charlotte Cutural Center is a great gathering place. And as for youth activities, the YMCA has numerous programs.
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From 1970 to 1979, the county's population more than doubled, from 27,000 to 58,000. During the 1980's, the population increased to more than 90,000. In 1994, the population neared 125,000. Enrollment of school-age children has soared, especially in the past five years, as families with younger children discover the county as an ideal place to raise a family. | ||||||
Anyone with questions about the
Charlotte County Airport can reach Watts toll-free at 1-888-700-2232, by fax at
941-639-4792 or through E-mail. He also can be reached by writing to: Fred Watts,
Executive Director |
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