County park land sale agreement among topics for Council on November 6, 2024
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, addressing agreements for Special Magistrate services and management of the Happehatchee Complex. They will then review a property sale agreement with Lee County for 25.5 acres of County park land ,and an agreement with The Brooks Community Development District for improvements to the Three Oaks Parkway paths. Other topics include contracts for Corkscrew Road pathway, lighting, and landscaping improvements, Estero on the River Phase 1 improvements, Williams Road easement acquisition, and Block Lane right of way acquisition. There will be second readings and public hearings for Ordinance 2024-09 and Ordinance 2024-15. [Read More.]
Estero Parkway overpass to close for maintenance on November 1
The Estero Parkway overpass over I-75 will be closed to all traffic for maintenance by Lee DOT from noon Friday, Nov. 1, until 5 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, weather permitting. Detours will be in place directing drivers to alternate routes. The primary alternate route will be Corkscrew Road. Pedestrians and bicyclists are advised to avoid the area during the closure period. The bridge remains safe but must close during the maintenance project because it includes work on the bridge structure to enhance safety and extend its service life. For updates on this and other transportation projects in Lee County, go [Read More.]
Estero’s Veterans Day event will celebrate our veterans with music & tributes on November 9
The Village of Estero is hosting a special free, patriotic and entertaining Veterans Day event from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday, November 9, at the Estero Community Park. The program will highlight mini musicals, featuring songs associated with World War II, the Korean, Vietnam and Gulf War, presented by Spotlight Entertainment of Southwest Florida. Everyone will enjoy free hot dogs, an American classic & muscle car show, patriotic songs by the New Horizons Choir, face painting and a visit with Too Tall Tori. Congressman Bryon Donalds will introduce Lieutenant General Gary Speer, who will give the keynote address, followed [Read More.]
Rescheduled: Planning, Zoning & Design Board to address Aldi, Mayfield Village and Starbucks among other topics on October 29, 2024
Starbucks The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 29, conducting public information meetings for an Aldi grocery store to be located on Corkscrew Road, east of Stoneybrook Drive, and Mayfield Village to be located on Broadway E., west of Sandy Lane. The Board will then conduct public hearings for Celebree School on Corkscrew Road, Shadow Wood Community Association’s Three Oaks guardhouse remodel, Estero’s Entertainment District at 9000 Williams Road, Coconut Trace located at 22910 Lynden Drive, Starbucks at Estero Town Commons and Ordinance 2024-10. The full agenda is available here. Meetings are held in the Council [Read More.]
Capital Improvement Program among topics for Council on October 16, 2024
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, with a proclamation for Special Magistrate Joseph Faerber and a certificate of recognition for budget preparation for the Finance Department. Council will then consider the renewal of lobbying services and conduct a first reading of an ordinance regarding Village property security and trespass policies. There will be second readings of ordinances pertaining to Estero Townhomes and the declaration of local emergencies. Council will then conduct workshops on the Capital Improvement Program and Vitalink. The full agenda is available here. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers, Village Hall, 9401 Corkscrew Palms [Read More.]
Household chemical waste collection scheduled for October 16 at Estero Park has been canceled due to Hurricane Milton
The next collection date at the park is 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15. Residential household chemical waste is accepted at the Topaz Court Solid Waste facility located at 6441 Topaz Court in Fort Myers, off Metro Parkway. This facility is open 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. – 12 noon on the first Saturday of each month (except holidays). For questions, call Lee County Solid Waste at 239-533-8000.
Hurricane Milton update from the Village of Estero on October 7, 2024
The Village of Estero reminds residents to keep the following in mind pertaining to the potential impacts of Hurricane Milton: Take photos inside and outside of your home for insurance purposes Secure important paperwork, medicines and valuables Take photos of your pets Sign up for AlertLee Know your zone here. Estero Recreation Center is open as an emergency shelter People living near Estero Bay and the Estero River are encouraged to continue to monitor water levels. Please continue to be vigilant as storm surge may impact water levels. For more information regarding flood protection please visit the Village’s webpage.
The October 8, 2024, Planning, Zoning & Design Board meeting has been canceled.
The Planning, Zoning & Design Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 8, has been canceled due to Hurricane Milton. The next scheduled Board meeting will be held at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
Save the Date: November 9 Estero Veterans Day event at the park
Mark your calendar now for this special event featuring World War II, Korean, Vietnam, and modern war time mini musicals presented by Spotlight Entertainment of Southwest Florida. Attendees also will enjoy free hot dogs, a classic & muscle car show, the New Horizons Choir, Too Tall Tori and much more…all while honoring our veterans. The Village of Estero plans to salute all veterans, active military, first responders and gold star parents from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday, November 9, with a free, family-oriented party at the park. You won’t want to miss it.
Estero Sports Park and Via Coconut among topics addressed by Council on October 2, 2024
Estero Sports Park (leased property) Council approved a contract with Perez Planning + Design LLC for design services for the Estero Sports Park. The contract amount is $321,990, with a contingency of $34,000. Among the contractor’s responsibilities are preparing a master plan, holding 2 meetings for public input, guidelines for the site layout, and preparing a pattern book that summarizes the project’s design. The site is approximately 100 acres which will eventually be shared by the Village, Estero High School, County and residents. The property is located adjacent to the Estero High School and Estero’s Entertainment District on Williams Road. [Read More.]