Events - Event View

The public is invited to come and meet candidates for elected office in the November 2026 general election where you will have the opportunity to talk to each candidate on a one-on-one basis.  We are also reserving tables for representatives of issues that will be on the ballot so you can talk to them and get information that is important to you.

We are inviting all candidates who will be on the ballot for various local, City of Punta Gorda, Charlotte County, state and Federal races.  Come and ask them about issues that are important to you, and what they think are the critical issues they will address if elected.

• Phillip Carter - State Representative District 76 
• John Fleming - County Commissioner District 2
• Michael Melton - County Commissioner District 4 
• Jeannine Polk - City Council District 1
• George Williamson - City Council District 1
• Gary Butler - City Council District 4
• Janis Denton - City Council District 4
• Vote Yes! For Success - campaigning for the the Charlotte County Schools referendum

FOR CANDIDATES

This is not a candidate debate.

You will be given a table where you can display and distribute your campaign or ballot literature to attendees.  You will be given time to formally introduce yourself and return to your table where you can meet and talk to attendees.  You can bring one assistant as a helper at your table.  Contact Kay at kayinpgi@gmail.com for more information and to reserve a table. 

PGICA DISCLAIMER

The Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization.  We are conducting this event strictly as a public service to our residents and to those running for elected office.  We do not endorse, support or contribute to any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public office or any political party.