Corkscrew Road Widening Update from Lee County
The following work activities are scheduled to occur, however unforeseen underground conditions and weather may affect this schedule. Beginning at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, the entrance lanes to Bella Terra will be closed and two-way traffic will use the exit lanes. Crews anticipate work to reconstruct the entrance lanes to be completed Monday, January 16, 2023. Once the entrance is reconstructed, traffic will be switched to use the entrance lanes and the exit lanes will be closed for reconstruction. Motorists should expect construction vehicles pulling in and out of traffic near the driveways of The Preserve at [Read More.]
Estero River sediment analysis, Broadway West utility expansion and Village monument signs on the agenda for Council on January 4, 2023
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, addressing a change order to the contract with Coastal Engineering Consultants, Inc. regarding sediment analysis of the Estero River. They will then conduct workshops on the Broadway West utility expansion project and the northern monument signs on US 41 and Three Oaks Parkway. 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. Comments must be [Read More.]
Attention: Residents directly impacted by Hurricane Ian storm surge
The Village of Estero’s debris hauler, Crowder Gulf, will be pausing debris pick up over the holidays. Operations will pause from Thursday, December 22 to Sunday January 1. Debris pick up in areas impacted by Hurricane Ian storm surge will resume on Monday, January 2. Note: Only hurricane-related debris will be picked up by Crowder Gulf. Any non-hurricane related debris should be included in your regular residential pick up. Yard Waste/Debris: Vegetative debris pick up will end on January 2, 2023. Crowder Gulf is only picking up Hurricane related debris. Any green vegetation should be collected according to Lee County [Read More.]
Tips from Lee County Solid Waste help you boost recycling efforts for holidays
Lee County Solid Waste has tips for the 2022 holiday season to help residents determine what to recycle, what can be repurposed and what needs to go in the trash bin. Take charge of electronics: Popular each holiday, the latest tech gift often upstages a slower, less capable model. Residents can safely and responsibly dispose of old electronics and rechargeable batteries at no charge. Take it to the Lee County Household Chemical Waste Facility, 6441 Topaz Court, Fort Myers. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and the first Saturday of each month from 8 a.m. to [Read More.]
Free Christmas movie and visit with Santa in Estero Park, 4 – 7 p.m., December 17
Enjoy this Christmas classic, “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” rated PG. Bring blankets, chairs and snacks to enjoy while watching this family favorite film. Guests will be able to take photos with Santa during this event. The film begins at 5:45 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, contact the Estero Recreation Center at 239-533-1470.
Milan Villas, Miromar Design Center and Copperleaf on the agenda for the Planning, Zoning and Design Board meeting December 13, 2022
Milan Villas The Board will start their meeting at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, with a public hearing for Milan Villas located on Three Oaks Parkway and Williams Road. They will then conduct Public Information Meetings for the Miromar International [Read More.]
UPDATE: Estero Disaster Recovery Center temporarily closed, to reopen Dec. 8 at 8 a.m.
In observance of a public meeting in the Council Chambers, the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, December 7, and will reopen Thursday, December 8, 2022 – 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. FEMA opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in the Village Hall Council Chambers in November to provide assistance and recommendations to residents. DRCs are located in accessible facilities where you may visit to learn more about FEMA, other disaster assistance programs, and ask specific questions about your case. A DRC may be able to help you: Apply for assistance. You may also apply for [Read More.]
Estero Disaster Recovery Center to close temporarily Dec. 6 and reopen Dec. 7 at 4 p.m.
In observance of a public meeting in the Council Chambers, the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be temporarily closed on Tuesday December 6, at 3:30 p.m. and will re-open Wednesday, December 7, 2022 – 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. FEMA opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in the Village Hall Council Chambers in November to provide assistance and recommendations to residents. DRCs are located in accessible facilities where you may visit to learn more about FEMA, other disaster assistance programs, and ask specific questions about your case. A DRC may be able to help you: Apply for assistance. You may [Read More.]
Request for public assistance deadline extended
The deadline for filing Requests for Public Assistance (RPAs) for Hurricane Ian has been extended to January 6, 2023. There is a FEMA Quick Guide on the Village website which explains how to create a Public Assistance (PA) Grants Portal user account and submit a Request for Public Assistance (RPA). It also describes the information and documentation applicants must provide when submitting a RPA. Here is a link to the Quick Guide.
Dept. of Children and Families offering Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced two opportunities for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) in Lee County. On Tuesday, December 6 through Wednesday, December 7 and Sunday, December 11, there will be an additional phone D-SNAP event for Lee County residents , and on Friday, December 9 through Sunday, December 11, applicants who are unable to complete their interview during the phone event will be able to complete their in-person interview on-site. D-SNAP provides food assistance for individuals and families impacted by Hurricane Ian and who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular [Read More.]