FAQ

Q. Who are the officers and directors of THE HPGCA?

A. The board of directors is made up of three (3) officers and three (3) directors for a two (2) year term and they are;

Officers

President - Frank Conti

Treasurer - Scott Joiner

Secretary - Sandy Brandt

Directors

Bob Sifrit

Judi Beaumont

Carlene Zeches

Q. What area of the city does HPGCA encompass?

A. The HPGCA encompass all of District 1, represented by City Council Member and HPGCA Ex-Officio Donna Peterman. The district is connected by a number of pedestrian friendly Pathways making getting around the city by foot or bike safe and easy.

Q. How much does it cost to join?

A. Annual membership costs are as follows;

Annual tenant, residential lot owner or homeowner / one (1) member household $25.00

Annual tenant, residential lot owner or homeowner / two (2)) member household $50.00

Non-profit organization $75.00

Businesses $100.00

Q. When and when do the HPGCA meet?

A. The membership generally meets bimonthly on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:00PM at various District 1 venues, depending on the program. Be sure to check our calendar for the latest information.

Q. What projects is the hpgca currently working on?

A. The city of Punta Gorda has put a “Hold” on moving forward with the 2019 Citywide Master Plan prepared by Planners Dover, Kohl & Partners due to concerns the city council and the city planners have about implementing some key elements in the plan. We as a civic association, represent the majority of the businesses and residential neighborhoods that will be affected and we’re working closely with the city to insure any changes made be positive. It is through our membership that individual’s voices will be heard.

Q. Does the HPGCA support political candidates?

A. The HPGCA does not support any political candidate.

Q. Who is our District 1 Council Member?

A. Our District 1 Council Member is Donna Peterman and she can be reached by clicking on her name which will take you to her City Homepage.