Eyes Up, Phones Down!
The 100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers (Memorial Day - Labor Day) All us of need to watch for pedestrians who are not focused on their environment, as well as always respect roadways and parking lots when walking ourselves. https://estero-fl.gov/teen-driving/
Florida Everblades and Estero’s response to FEMA Hurricane Ian compliance were addressed by Council on June 19, 2024
Everblades Kelly Cup championship team Head Coach & General Manager Brad Ralph, Mayor Jon McLain, Assistant Coach Anthony Peters, VP of Business Development Mike Kelly and Vice-Mayor Joanne Ribble. The meeting started with Mayor Jon McLain reading a proclamation congratulating the Florida Everblades for being the first team to win three consecutive Kelly Cup championships in a row. Action Items Estero on the River Phase 1 & 2 Construction Manager at Risk contract Estero on the River Council approved a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) contract with Manhattan Construction Company to construct the proposed Estero on the River [Read More.]
Five public hearings and High Five Entertainment addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on June 11, 2024
Public Hearings Estero Family Health Center Estero Family Health Center First on the agenda was the Estero Family Health Center located east on US 41 in front of The Vines entrance. They were seeking approval of a development order for a 4,153 square foot addition to the north side of their existing building, along with parking improvements. The design and construction of the addition is consistent with the existing structure’s architecture, materials and style to maintain the same appearance. The Board approved this development order with the stipulation that the roof color match the tile sample. The Goddard School for [Read More.]
Utility expansion, Estero on the River and Corkscrew Road construction management among topics reviewed by Council on June 5, 2024
Utility Expansion Program Utility Expansion Program Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Council approved the ranking of the construction manager at risk firm for this project to be Wright Construction. Village staff will work with Wright Construction to negotiate a CMAR contract, including pre-construction services. The Village’s consultants are nearing completion of the design and permitting for the following Utility Expansion Programs: Cypress Bend, Sunny Groves, Estero Bay Village, Broadway Ave. West (Estero River Heights, Charing Cross Circle, Luettich Lane, and Sherrill Lane) and Highlands Ave. Funding is in place for the Cypress Bend and Sunny Groves projects. This is a [Read More.]
It’s time to prepare for Hurricane Season 2024
As you know, hurricane season starts this Saturday and runs through November 30. NOAA and other storm forecasters are predicting an above average hurricane season this year, so everybody should start preparing now. While the season peaks in mid-August to mid-October, everyone should review their hurricane preparation plans and take advantage of the disaster preparedness sales tax holiday which runs Saturday, June 1 through Friday, June 14. A second opportunity begins August 24 through September 6. Here is a list of items that are exempt from tax during the sales tax holiday. The Village of Estero’s website has a webpage [Read More.]
The 100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers
The 100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers Memorial Day to Labor Day there is a marked increase in deaths involving teen drivers. Guide a teen in your life to safer habits. https://estero-fl.gov/teen-driving/
High 5, Entertainment District and Capital Improvement Program among topics addressed by Council on May 15, 2024
Councilmember Larry Fiesel, Ed Weil, Councilmember Rafael Lopez, Henry Larosee, Vice-Mayor Joanne Ribble, John Dearing (President Tidewater), Councilmember Lori Fayhee, Donna Dearing, Mayor Jon McLain, Dr. Alan White, Councilmember George Zalucki, Marjo White, Mark Novitski, Ronald Barnett, Councilmember Jim Ward and Terry Flanagan. The meeting started with Mayor Jon McLain presenting a proclamation recognizing the month of May as Military Appreciation Month, expressing full support and gratitude for our servicemen and women and veterans. Public Comment on non-agenda items: 1 resident suggested the monthly financial statements be placed separately on the website vs included in the agenda. Action [Read More.]
Planning, Zoning & Design Board on May 14, 2024
The meeting started with an orientation for new Board members Al Paivandy and Dan Williams. The Board now consists of the following: BOARD MEMBER TERM Al Paivandy 5/1/2024 - 4/30/2025 James E Tatooles 5/1/2024 - 4/30/2025 Leonard E Scotty Wood III 5/1/2024 - 4/30/2025 Kristin Jeannin [Read More.]
Lee County Utilities ends free chlorine flush
Lee County Utilities on Tuesday, May 21, will end the free chlorine flush, which will involve converting its disinfection process from a free chlorine residual back to chloramines as the primary disinfectant. The free chlorine flush, which began May 1, is a routine measure common among water utilities that use chloramines as a primary disinfectant. Residents who use a kidney dialysis machine at home should contact an equipment supplier so the proper filtering equipment may be installed. Tropical fish or aquatic animal owners should contact a local tropical fish store for appropriate pretreatment of water before adding [Read More.]
Volunteers helped keep Estero’s roads beautiful again this season
Anne Rupp, John Frisella, Elaine Frisella, Judy Lefevre, Alphee Lefevre The Village’s Adopt a Road initiative collected 2,080 pounds of litter this season from three roadways: Williams Road, Via Coconut Point, and Estero Parkway. Volunteers from Mirasol, Lighthouse Bay, Genova, Lee Health, and Pelican Sound worked 304 hours in this endeavor. Keep Lee County Beautiful helps to support this program with supplies, and recognized all of the volunteers in Estero as “Outstanding Adoption Group” for the second year in a row. Chase Lyons, David Rees, Kevin McGrath This was the fourth season of Engage Estero’s relationship [Read More.]