Rain washes fertilizer into our waterways, feeding algae blooms.
Don't let the rain wash your fertilizer down the drain! Check the forecast and avoid fertilizing when rain is coming. Not only is it a waste of money, it overloads our waterways with nutrients that fuel algal blooms. Fertilizing in March or April, and then again in the Fall is the best way to make the most of your efforts. For more ways you can keep our waters free of pollutants, check out our flyer on how your landscape maintenance can protect our waters.
Curadel Pharma cancer treatment facility and Shadow Wood’s Lifestyle Center addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on August 12, 2025
The Board conducted a preliminary public information meeting for the proposed Curadel Pharma medical facility to be located at 9600 Corkscrew Road at the southwest corner of River Ranch and Corkscrew Road. The project includes construction of a state-of-the-art cancer treatment facility with corporate offices on the second floor. The building will be built in two phases, and access will be off of River Ranch Road. The Board had questions regarding the positioning of the front of the building, landscaping and some of the architectural elements. Public Comment: 1 resident spoke of traffic and flooding concerns. No voting occurs during [Read More.]
My Safe Florida Home is now accepting applications
The Florida Legislature has allocated $280 million for the 2025–2026 fiscal year to fund new Wind-Mitigation Inspections and Grants under the My Safe Florida Home (MSFH) Program. MSFH is now accepting applications. To see if you qualify, please visit: https://mysafeflhome.com.
POSTPONED: August 12 & 14 public hearing for I-75 Project Development & Environment Study
The Florida Department of Transportation has postponed the public hearing for the I-75 Project Development & Environment Study from Golden Gate Parkway to Corkscrew Road, scheduled to be viewed online on August 12 and in-person in Naples on August 14, to a later date to be determined. Once rescheduled, a new date will be announced.
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Fix Car Leaks to Keep Waterways Clean
Keep our waterways clean by taking care of any liquids leaking from your car as soon as possible. Oil, lubricants, washing fluids and other drips get washed into storm drains when it rains. Storm drains empty into our waterways, where such liquids damage the wildlife and their habitat. For more ways to keep our waterways clean with smart vehicle maintenance, check out our flyer.
I-75 Project Development & Environment Study public hearing August 12 & 14
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) invites you to a public hearing for the I-75 Project Development & Environment (PD&E) Study from Golden Gate Parkway to Corkscrew Road. This project is a part of the Moving Florida Forward Infrastructure Initiative. Two options are available for the hearing. It is only necessary to attend one event. Please note that multiple comments from individual attendees will only be counted once in the record. Live Online Option Tuesday, August 12 5 p.m. Overview of project displays and Q&A with project team 5:30 p.m. Formal hearing and verbal comment period begins Register in advance: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3632654923166199640 Please plan to [Read More.]
Aldi grocery store among topics addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on July 8, 2025
Public Information Meeting Cooper property at Broadway Avenue West The applicant is requesting to rezone the .34-acre property from agricultural to residential at 4741 Broadway Avenue West in order to build a single-story home on the site. The Board suggested the applicant resolve the water management issues associated with the stormwater ditch which traverses the property before coming back with their application. Public Hearings Eagle Walk monument signage A representative for Eagle Walk Student Living (formerly Coastal Village) was requesting a relocation and design change of an existing monument sign and addition of a second matching sign. The signs will [Read More.]
Proposed millage rate, utility expansion and Home2 Suites addressed by Council on July 2, 2025
Public comment on non-agenda items: A resident spoke of concerns regarding the intersection of US 41 and Williams Road adjacent to Walgreens. A resident spoke of Estero’s need for an aquatic center or Olympic-size pool. A resident stated a petition with 600 signatures were expressing the need for a splash pad in Estero SportsPark. Action Items Resolution 2025-10 – Proposed millage rate for 2025-2026 The proposed millage rate for fiscal year 2025-2026 is 0.7300 mills ($0.7300 per $1,000 of assessed property value) which is equal to the prior year rate. This is the lowest tax rate in the state of [Read More.]
SAVE THE DATE: Estero Historical Society invites you to their annual reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 4
Jacob Winge Each year, the Estero Historical Society celebrates the 4th of July by bringing segments of history connected with the signing of the Declaration of Independence “to life” for all to enjoy. This annual free celebration starts at 9 a.m., Friday, July 4, 2025 with local historian Jacob Winge who will be reading the Declaration dressed in authentic 18th-century period costume. The Estero Fire Rescue team also will be there to raise the flag. Following the ceremony, watermelon will be served picnic-style for all attendees to enjoy. This special patriotic free event will be held on the [Read More.]