History of the Calusa Indians to be presented at Estero Historical Society meeting
When most people think of Florida’s first people, few imagine a complex society – perhaps one of the most complex in North America at the time. At 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 25, journey back many years and meet The Calusa – People of the Estuary. This presentation will be given by local historian, Jacob Winge at the Country Creek Country Club, 21180 Country Club Drive. Admission is $10 for members of the historical society and $15 for non-members. Attendees are asked to pre-register here as continental breakfast will be served. Learn about the unique connection between Southwest Florida’s early [...]
Hurricane Ian victims: There is still time to apply for an SBA low interest disaster loan
If you are a business, nonprofit, homeowner or renter who suffered damages as a result of Hurricane Ian, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) may be able to assist you with a low interest disaster loan to help repair or replace property not covered by insurance or other sources. Even though Florida did not receive an additional extension, there is still time to apply for physical damages incurred from Hurricane Ian. Business working capital application period will be open until June 29, 2023. The Estero Disaster Recovery and Business Recovery Center (DRC) is still open and they continue to urge survivors [...]
Community can help individuals experiencing homelessness by donating cold-weather supplies
Lee County Government and its partners are asking the community to donate cold weather supplies for Severe Weather Outreach Teams to assist individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Blankets, gloves, scarves, hats, socks and hand-warmers can be dropped off at the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Outreach Center, 23140 Fashion Drive, Unit #111, Coconut Point Shopping Center, between January 30 and February 3. Severe Weather Outreach Teams are mobilized to specific locations when inland temperatures are projected to drop to 40 degrees or lower for an extended period of time. Teams include Human & Veteran Services staff and members of the HOT [...]
Koreshan Music Salon’s premiere chamber music concert set for February 12, 2023
The Koreshan Music Salon, formerly known as the Estero Concert Series, will premiere its new series of chamber music concerts at 3 p.m., Sunday, February 12, in the Koreshan State Park’s historic Art Hall. The program includes music of G. Tartini, R. Gliere, G. Faure and W. A. Mozart. Performers for these concerts are all accomplished classical musicians, several of whom are with the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra and other esteemed musical groups around the country. Concert tickets are available at $25 per person; this price includes entrance to the park. Reservations may be made here. All proceeds go to the [...]
Council to conduct workshops on MPO’s Rail Trail Feasibility Study and FDOT’s Southwest Connect Project on February 1, 2023
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 1, with a short presentation by FEMA National Flood Insurance Individual Assistance Presenter Jeffery Parker. There will be a first reading of an ordinance pertaining to amending the zoning for the International Design Center to allow office uses, then Council will conduct the two workshops. The full agenda is available here. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers, Village Hall, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, near the entrance to the Estero Park. Residents may view the meeting here and provide public comment by utilizing the eComment Card on the Village website. [...]
Notice: Even if you were denied in the past, you need to visit the Village Disaster Recovery Center
If you are a Hurricane Ian survivor who suffered damage to your property, you have additional time to apply for federal disaster assistance. You must have registered for assistance by the January 12, 2023 deadline. Even if you applied for federal disaster assistance and were originally denied, the Disaster Recovery Center may be able to offer you different options or programs that would apply to your situation. The Village strongly suggests that if you have been initially denied by FEMA that you come into the Disaster Recovery Center to review your file and explore options with the FEMA staff, in person. [...]
Public Meeting scheduled for Southwest Connect I-75 Master Plan for Collier and Lee Counties
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) invites you to a public meeting for the Southwest Connect™ I-75 South Corridor Master Plan from State Route (SR) 951 (Collier Boulevard) in Collier County to SR 78 (Bayshore Road) in Lee County. This Master Plan will lead to the long-term improvement of the interstate corridors in Southwest Florida by identifying solutions that are expected to help move people and goods safely and efficiently while balancing regional transportation needs with community concerns. For your convenience, FDOT is providing multiple ways to participate: ONLINE February 13-27, 2023 Materials available to review at www.SWFLInterstates.com/south-corridor-vpm IN-PERSON OPEN HOUSE February 16, 2023 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. North Collier Regional Park, Exhibition Hall 15000 Livingston Road Naples, [...]
Update on the March Village Council election
Council Districts effective March 7, 2023 Four of the Village Council districts are up for election this year under the Village Charter. Districts 3, 4, and 7 were unopposed; as a result, those seats will be filled by: District 3 Vice Mayor and Councilmember elect Jon McLain District 4 Councilmember elect Lori Fayhee District 7 Councilmember elect George Zalucki Congratulations to these Councilmembers. Residents throughout the Village can vote for the District 5 candidate of their choice, Gary Israel or Rafael Lopez, regardless of [...]
Village of Estero Hurricane Ian debris pickup ended January 20, 2023
The Village of Estero’s debris hauler, Crowder Gulf, made its final debris removal pass through the neighborhoods along Broadway Avenue West on January 20. Following that date, there are several options if any residents still require assistance removing trash or debris from their property. Normal curbside pickup if the waste material follows residential trash pickup requirements. Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) private property debris removal assistance. FDEM has established a program to assist residents in removing debris from their property. This could include building demolition among other activities. Applications are available here. Hire a private contractor to dispose of [...]
Adopt-A-Road volunteers help keep Estero Parkway beautiful
Pictured left to right: Theresa Maier, Hugh Ivany, Joy Veatch, Lori Huntoon, David Vaillancourt, Wally Lennox, Alphee Lefebvre, Kathie Lavery, Judy Lefebvre Thank you to the ten Cascades residents who participated in the January 14 Estero Parkway: Adopt-A-Road Event. We also want to recognize the "PLALKERS" (Cascades residents picking up litter while walking). Total weight of litter collected this past month was 214 pounds along the 1.7 mile stretch of Estero Parkway. Their next event will be Saturday, February 11. Additionally, thanks to the 7-Eleven on Estero Parkway for donating bottled water to keep these volunteers hydrated, and Med Express [...]