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The Bonita Springs/Estero Elks Lodge has started holding charity bingo events every Wednesday evening, starting at 7 p.m. The Lodge has room for 300 people in their event hall so they are able to easily practice social distancing; facial protection is required. The local charities benefiting from these events include: Hearts for Homes, New Horizons, Café of Life and Our Mothers Home. Join in an evening of fun while social distancing and supporting your local charities. The Elks Lodge is located at 3231 Coconut Road.

The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m. with an update on Florida Gulf Coast University’s  Water Institute presented by Dr. Michael Martin and Greg Tolley, and a presentation of the preliminary water quality findings for the Estero River presented by Don Duke, Ph.D., P.E. Among the action items to be considered are the demolition of vacant structures on the Estero on the River property; purchase of 9.2± acres on Williams Road and the sale of 2.7 acres of surplus property on County Road; naming Steve Sarkozy as Acting Village Clerk; appointment of one or both Design Review Board applicants to [...]

The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, with a proclamation for the Lee Health System’s “Unsung Heroes” followed by a presentation by City of Sanibel Mayor Kevin Ruane. Among the items Council will address are a US 41 street light maintenance agreement, FPL right of way agreement for East Coconut Road, Corkscrew Road Interlocal Agreement, Corkscrew/Puente Lane traffic signal, and turn lane improvements on Williams Road at Estero High School. The agenda is available here: https://estero-fl.gov/agendas/ The following options are available for residents to view and/or participate in the workshop: View the workshop online, but not participate: You may [...]

In order to expedite the confirmation of results from daily testing at the COVID-19 sites, the state has expanded the capacity to contact individuals who are tested at these sites. Specifically, the state has streamlined these results to come from a HIPAA compliant contracted call center, which can contact up to 10,000 individuals per day. If you have not been contacted within five days after testing, you may request your result by: Calling: (850) 583-2419 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sending an email to COVID19Results@cdrmhealth.com. You will be prompted to complete an Authorization to  Release Information.     [...]

The COVID-19 test site at CenturyLink Sports Complex is an outdoor testing facility.  Lee County is expecting thunderstorms Sunday, and the weather is going to determine if the testing site can remain operational.  Heavy rain, lightning or gusty wind can slow down operations, pause operations or shut down the site for the remainder of the day. Vehicle occupants at the testing site during significant weather will need to follow the directions of National Guard or local law enforcement.  If necessary, immediate safety announcements will be made to vehicle occupants via public address systems.  The safety of on-site personnel is a [...]

Gov. DeSantis has announced changes to the stay-at-home restrictions as part of a phased approach to reopening a "Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step, Plan for Florida’s Recovery", starting Monday, May 4. Here’s what Phase 1 involves: Schools remain distance learning Visits to senior living facilities prohibited Elective surgeries can resume Restaurants can offer outdoor seating with six feet between tables, indoor seating can be at 25% capacity Retail can operate at 25% of indoor capacity No change for bars, gyms and personal services like hair salons Vulnerable individuals should avoid close contact with people outside home All individuals should maximize physical distance [...]

  The Village of Estero will conduct a virtual public workshop at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, utilizing the Zoom Meetings app.  The discussion will include the location of two new school facilities in Estero and the Capital Improvement Program. By using the Zoom Meetings app, Councilmembers and Village staff will be able to attend the public meeting remotely, along with broadcasting live via the Village of Estero website link: https://esterofl.gov/council/watch-meetings-online/. The full agenda is available here: https://estero-fl.gov/agendas/  No voting occurs during workshops. The following options are available for residents to view and/or participate in the workshop: View the workshop online, but [...]

Lee County Government has updated its website to reflect the recent gubernatorial Executive Order. Lee County is expanding previously announced closings until further notice and is further adjusting operations. Website: The county’s website – www.leegov.com/covid-19 – has been updated with information to reflect the governor’s order, including an at-a-glance list of essential businesses. This is designed to help citizens navigate the lengthy list that was included in the order. A link to that detailed list is also available. Parks: All Lee County parks and Conservation 20/20 preserves will close until further notice beginning tonight, Thursday, April 2, with the exception of boat [...]

Lee County businesses seeking information about recovery assistance can access a newly launched Business Assistance Portal at www.leegov.com/covid-19/business or by calling the Business Assistance Hotline at 239-533-2273 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. The Business Assistance Portal is an online tool meant to provide information to businesses and not-for-profit organizations. The portal and hotline, which the county activated Wednesday, are designed to help people understand how the different programs align to help various aspects of a business’ situation in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal is to address specific business-related questions, such as how to apply for a Florida [...]

The Village of Estero was just notified that the Florida Department of Health has determined not to use the hotline they had originally set up to report those who may be putting others to risk of the Coronavirus. Do not call the number given previously as it is not in operation.