Fishing ban on US 41 bridges
Summary
FDOT has posted no-fishing signs on the US 41 bridges, and with several county piers closed for hurricane repair, anglers have few options. Commissioners want this raised with FDOT at the next MPO meeting.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Pier repairs are being designed with FEMA reimbursement expected; no cost figures were given.
Pedestrians using the bridge walkways for exercise.
Local anglers, who have lost fishing access on the bridges and several damaged piers.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Metropolitan Planning Organization - Aug 3, 2026
FDOT closed the US 41 bridges to fishing after complaints about fish carcasses and litter, hitting shore-based anglers hard — especially seniors and low-income residents — while hurricane-damaged piers remain closed. The board and FDOT agreed to swap the no-fishing signs for no-littering/yield signs, possibly within a week.
Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners Workshop - Jul 21, 2026
FDOT has posted no-fishing signs on the US 41 bridges, and with several county piers closed for hurricane repair, anglers have few options. Commissioners want this raised with FDOT at the next MPO meeting.
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