SAVE THE DATE: Chamber music in the park March 22
Siblings Tamila and Askar Salimdjanov, an internationally recognized piano-violin duo, will be featured at the upcoming Koreshan Music Salon concert. Savor the music of Frank, Chopin and Saint-Saëns in the intimate historic Art Hall in Koreshan State Park at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 22. Seating is limited to 75 attendees. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased online at Friends of Koreshan Historic State Park, https://friendsofkoreshan.org/event-6420731. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Ceasar Franck’s Violin Sonata in A major is one of the most beloved chamber works in the violin repertoire. Composed in 1886 as a wedding gift for the great violinist Eugène Ysaÿe, it is celebrated [Read More.]
You can help set priorities for Estero’s future!
The Village of Estero is planning the future of the U.S. 41 corridor and nearby areas from Estero Parkway from the north, south to Hertz on both sides of U.S. 41. This effort focuses on protecting natural areas, honoring Estero’s history, and ensuring high quality future development. You can participate in this important planning process by attending a drop-in open house from 5-7 pm, Wednesday, March 11, in the Village Hall Council Chambers at 9401 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. Hope to see you there!
Estero students recognized and BERT among items addressed by Council on February 18, 2026
Anny Sanchez (front right) surrounded by her family, Mayor Joann Ribble, Estero High School Assistant Principal, Lee County School District and Lee County School Board members and Council Mayor Joanne Ribble and Councilmembers presented Estero High School student Anny Sanchez with a letter of recognition for her exceptional commitment to academics, athletics, and service. While balancing cross country and track, she has maintained employment, completed extensive volunteer service, earned her AICE Diploma by the end of her junior year, and secured acceptance into FGCU’s full-time dual enrollment program for her senior year. She has achieved all of this while earning [Read More.]
Did you know, texting while driving is as impairing as driving drunk?
Don’t text and drive! Driving distracted slows your ability to react to potential road hazards, much like alcohol impairs your ability to drive safe. Focus on safe driving, always! https://estero-fl.gov/distracted-driving
Coconut Point, Walmart and Nancy Stroud Esq. recognition addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on Feb. 10, 2026
Public Information Meeting Coconut Point – Signage refresh Coconut Point Developers, LLC, are planning to repair and repaint all of their signage within the mall. The proposed colors include pavilion beige, moderate white, moderate black, urbane bronze, and Simon white. These colors are consistent with the proposed updated paint colors for the buildings within the mall. No voting occurs during public information meetings. Public Hearing Walmart repaint color palette The applicant is planning to repaint their building located at 19975 South Tamiami Trail. The earth tone paint colors include spiced cider, sticks and stones, croissant, west highland white with pure [Read More.]
Grass Clippings in Storm Drains Harm Waterways
Grass clippings and leaves do not belong in storm drains. They can contribute to drain blockages, localized flooding, and contribute to the overabundance of nutrients and fertilizers that feed algal blooms in our waterways. Avoid polluting our waters by: bagging clippings; mulching your clippings to re-route those nutrients back into your lawn; or face your mower clippings away from the street to keep grass out of the storm drains. For more ways you can keep our waters free of pollutants, check out our flyer on how your landscape maintenance can protect our waters.
Estero’s Matt Ingersoll named building official of the year
The Village of Estero proudly congratulates Building Official Matt Ingersoll on being awarded the prestigious Building Official of the Year by the BOAF Gulf Coast Chapter. This recognition reflects Ingersoll’s dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence in public service. His work continues to set a strong standard for building safety and community support. This prestigious professional recognition is given through the Building Officials Association of Florida (BOAF) Gulf Coast Chapter which serves Charlotte, Collier, Desoto, Ft. Myers, Glades, Hendry and Lee counties. Ingersoll has been with the Village of Estero since 2019.
Understanding risk to safeguard our Village – public meeting
The Village of Estero is conducting the second public outreach meeting on the Comprehensive Vulnerability Assessment to evaluate the potential impacts of flooding and other climate hazards on critical assets and infrastructure. This assessment will provide data-driven insights into the risks posed by climate-related hazards, ensuring the Village is better prepared for future events. Your participation is essential to developing a resilient Estero. All community members are encouraged to attend and contribute to this important effort. When: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | 4:30 – 6:30 PM ET Where: Estero Recreation Center (9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL 33928) Key Agenda [Read More.]
Nancy Stroud Esq. honored and water monitoring update among items addressed by Council on February 4, 2026
Front: Mayor Joanne Ribble and Nancy Stroud Esq. Back row, Councilmembers Jeff Hunt, Lori Fayhee, Jon McLain, Rafael Lopez, Vice-Mayor George Zalucki, Jim Ward Mayor Joanne Ribble and Councilmembers presented newly retired Nancy Stroud Esq. with a resolution honoring her nearly 11 years of service as Estero’s first land use attorney. Starting in 2015, Stroud assisted with over 800 case reviews and resolutions. The resolution read in part: “Stroud’s broad-based experience as a recognized legal expert in land use in the State of Florida, along with her specific experience in design in the City of Boca Raton, benefited [Read More.]
Recognition of Nancy Straud Esq. and Walmart repaint palette among topics for the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on February 10, 2026
The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with a public information meeting for Coconut Point developers seeking to repair and repaint existing signs. The Board will then recognize recently retired Nancy Stroud Esq. for her nearly 11 years of service as Estero’s first land use attorney. Following a short break, a public hearing will be conducted for Walmart’s repaint palette. 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 Community Park. Residents unable to attend the meeting may view the meeting [Read More.]