Residents will be able to dispose of household chemical waste safely and responsibly from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17.  Items will not be accepted either before or after that time period. Chemical waste categories include items that are ignitable, corrosive, explosive and/or reactive and toxic, such as leftover paints, cleaners, herbicides, pesticides, automotive fluids and pool chemicals.  Never dispose of these items in dumpsters, compactors or at curbside with household garbage or down a storm drain or in the soil.  See Lee County Solid Waste link for household chemical waste categories. Items which are not household [Read More.]

Jacob Winge & Jeffery P. Wait Each year, the Estero Historical Society celebrates the 4th of July by providing segments of history connected with the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Councilmember Jim Ward welcomed the crowd and led the Pledge of Allegiance following the raising of a large American flag by Estero Fire Rescue. Local historian Jacob Winge read the Declaration of Independence.  Winge was joined by historical enactor Jeffery P. Wait, also dressed in authentic 18th-century period costume. Following the ceremony, watermelon was served picnic-style for all attendees to enjoy. The event was held on the grounds of [Read More.]

The following information is provided by Cougar Contracting, Inc.: Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase I Construction Project:    The project widens Corkscrew Road to six lanes from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Fire House Lane, and to four lanes from Fire House Lane to Bella Terra Boulevard.  The project includes adding on-road bike lanes, some sidewalk, installing new drainage, and constructing a wildlife crossing approximately 1000 feet west of the entrance to Cypress Shadows Boulevard.  This crossing will coincide with a regional flow-way that crosses Corkscrew Road at that location. The Village of Estero will be installing shared use paths, lighting, and [Read More.]

The following information is provided by Cougar Contracting, Inc.:  Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase I Construction Project: Corkscrew Road is now in its final configuration from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Bella Terra Boulevard.  Motorists should expect isolated flagging operations with periodic lane closures as the contractor works through the final project punch list.  Motorists should also expect construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. Crews continue installing signage, sod, and fencing throughout the project. The work activities above are scheduled to occur, however unforeseen underground conditions and weather may affect this schedule. Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase [Read More.]

The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, with a proclamation congratulating the Florida Everblades for being the first team to win three consecutive Kelly Cup championships in a row. Action items include approval of an Estero on the River Phase 1 & 2 Construction Manager at Risk contract with Manhattan Construction, the engagement of Horizon Solutions Group, Inc. to implement Tyler Munis financial system project management, and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ending on September 30, 2023. Council will be asked to approve resolutions pertaining to (1) the Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement and (2) adopting the [Read More.]

  The following information is provided by Cougar Contracting, Inc.: Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase I Construction Project:    Corkscrew Road is now in its final configuration from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Bella Terra Boulevard.  Motorists should expect isolated flagging operations with periodic lane closures as the contractor works through the final project punch list.  Motorists should also expect construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. Crews continue installing signage, sod, and fencing throughout the project.  Estimated completion of the full project is summer 2024. Project cost is approximately $23 M. The contractor is Cougar Contracting, LLC. For [Read More.]

The Village of Estero’s response to the FEMA Hurricane Ian compliance issue is now available for residents to access on the Village website here. The website includes information regarding the 62 residences affected by the hurricane.  There also is a narrative which describes the Village’s approach to protecting the floodplain and compliance with the minimum standards for flood insurance, including  maps of locations where permits were issued. Village Manager Steve Sarkozy will provide a detailed presentation regarding the Village’s response to FEMA during the June 19 Council meeting.  Residents are invited to attend or watch the meeting via the website [Read More.]

The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with 5 public hearings. Estero Family Health Center is requesting an addition to their existing building at 19701 S. Tamiami Trail. The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development is proposing to build a two-story, 14,000-square foot school with playground at 10100 Arcos Avenue at Plaza del Sol just south of the car wash. The Palms Day School is planning a 13,400-square foot daycare/preschool at 9600 Corkscrew Road. Estero Storage, LLC, is seeking a zoning amendment at Plaza del Sol in order to construct a 120-room hotel, a 110,000-square foot self-storage building [Read More.]

The following information is provided by Cougar Contracting, Inc.:  Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase I Construction Project: Corkscrew Road is now in its final configuration from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Bella Terra Boulevard.  Motorists should expect isolated flagging operations with periodic lane closures as the contractor works through the final project punch list.  Motorists should also expect construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. Crews continue installing signage, sod, and fencing throughout the project.  The work activities above are scheduled to occur, however unforeseen underground conditions and weather may affect this schedule. Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase [Read More.]