Historic preservation fund and HPAB authority discussed; board seeks options and legal review HPAB members debated options for a preservation fund—a tenth-mill levy, tourist-development tax or other revenue—and whether the advisory board should gain enforcement authority; staff and members agreed to research models from other Florida cities and to review bylaws and legal constraints.

Punta Gorda's Historic Preservation Advisory Board is exploring innovative funding options that could reshape the future of the city's historic sites!

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Historic Preservation Board Approves Roof Replacement for 1926 Courthouse Board recommends approval for significant renovations on historic properties including courthouse roof.

The Punta Gorda Historic Preservation Advisory Board is grappling with the complexities of what makes a property historic and how to balance preservation with modern renovations.

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Preservation Board urges swift action on historic homeowners' grant submissions Preservation Board seeks to support homeowners' grant applications before July 1 deadline.

Punta Gorda's Historic Preservation Board is racing against the clock to ensure homeowners secure vital grants for property restoration before the July 1 deadline!

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