Development Review Committee

Robert Ruth, Utilities Department Norman Nahra, Police Department Ronald Cohowcz, Building Official Rachel Barry, Zoning Official TJ Smith, Fire Marshal Bryan Clemons, Public Works Department CALL TO ORDER Roll Call Next Meeting - March 13 , 2026 PUBLIC COMMENTS Anyone wishing to address the Development Review Committee on any subject may do so at the appropriate time during the meeting. Those who choose to speak must state their name for the record. Each person will be allowed to speak up to a maximum of three minutes. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.a February 13, 2026, Meeting Minutes. 2. PERMIT REVIEW 3. APPLICATION REVIEW 3.a OD-03-2025 - Outdoor Dining Application for Punta Gorda Chocolate and Wine 3.b OD-01-2026 - Renewal of Outdoor Dining Application for River City Grill STAFF COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Florida Statute 286.26, the location of this public hearing is accessible to persons with disabilities. If you are a person with disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Interpreters for the hearing impaired (TTY 941-575-5013) or non-English DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE AGENDA 120 LAISHLEY COURT, PUNTA GORDA, FLORIDA 33950 FEBRUARY 27, 2026, 9:00 AM 1

speaking citizens, and any other special accommodations can be requested by contacting the Human Resources Manager/Non-Discrimination Coordinator whose address is 326 W. Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, whose telephone number is (941) 575-3371, and whose email address is humres@cityofpuntagordafl.com, at least two (2) calendars days prior to the meeting. 2

Title: February 13, 2026, Meeting Minutes. Funds: Not applicable Recommended Action: For approval. Summary: February 13, 2026, Meeting Minutes. Department/Division: City Clerk DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE CITY OF PUNTA GORDA 02/27/2026 APPROVAL OF MINUTES EXHIBITS: 1. February 13, 2026, Minutes 3

CITY OF PUNTA GORDA, FLORIDA DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 13, 2026, 9:00 A.M. 120 LAISHLEY COURT PUNTA GORDA, FL 33950 MEMBERS PRESENT: Adrianna Gehrke, Chair / Urban Design Bryan Clemons, Public Works; Ronald Cohowcz, Building; Angelina Coleman, Fire; Justin Davoult, Police; Robert Ruth, Utilities CITY STAFF PRESENT: City Clerk Welch CALL TO ORDER Chair Gehrke called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were none. 1) APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.a January 23, 2026, Meeting Minutes. Exhibits: Cover Page January 23, 2026, Minutes Member Ruth MOVED to approve the January 23, 2026, minutes, SECONDED by Member Coleman. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 2) PERMIT REVIEW 2.a Event Permit - 26-00196574 Hibiscus Fest - Exclusive Use of Gilchrist Park - May 1-3, 2026 Exhibits: Cover Page Application Acting Chair Gehrke reviewed the application, noting the following were required: 1) a certificate of insurance, 2) alcoholic beverage license, and 3) the Harborwalk must remain open during the event. Member Coleman noted a tent permit was required. Member Ruth MOVED to approve the application with the conditions identified this date, SECONDED by Member Davoult. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 3) APPLICATION REVIEW 4

There were none. STAFF COMMENTS There were none. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:03 a.m.Chair Board Recorder 5

Title: OD-03-2025 - Outdoor Dining Application for Punta Gorda Chocolate and Wine Funds: Recommended Action: For staff technical review and approval, approval with conditions, or denial. Summary: The applicant has applied for outdoor dining at the new Punta Gorda Chocolate and Wine location, at 1107 W Marion Avenue, Suite 119, Punta Gorda, Florida 33950. Department/Division: Urban Design DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE CITY OF PUNTA GORDA 02/27/2026 APPLICATION REVIEW EXHIBITS: 1. Application 2. Staff Report 6

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