Cell phone tower, Abbiati Dental and Estero Park among topics addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on September 12, 2023
Public Information Meeting Cell phone tower at Bella Terra A representative for Broadus Towers described the proposed Bella Terra project as a 148-foot-tall dull gray monopole which will hold antennas for 4 carriers, with Verizon and T-Mobile antennas currently scheduled. The dark tones on the monopole are designed to help minimize visibility and it will be completed dark at night. Landscaping around the facility includes a double hedge row and palm trees. The applicant stated communication towers are now the primary mode of communication and this project is being proposed to improve wireless service coverage to this growing area including [...]
Budget, Williams Road widening and Sandy Lane bike/ped improvements addressed by Council on September 7, 2023
Public budget hearings Resolution 2023-16 Council approved this resolution adopting the tentative millage rate and tentative levying of ad valorem taxes for fiscal year 2023-2024 at a millage rate for fiscal year 2023-2024 of 0.7500 mills ($0.7500 per $1,000 of assessed property value). This was the first formal hearing. The second and final public hearing will be held on September 20, 2023 at 5:05 p.m. Resolution 2023-17 Council approved this resolution adopting the tentative budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The proposed budgeted expenditures are: General Fund $ 8,971,970 Special Revenue 1,543,750 Capital Projects 35,455,903 Driving Range Fund 357,505 Total All [...]
Do What it Takes to Be Safe
We all have a part to play in the fight to end distracted driving. This can include not driving while tired or upset, being a good passenger, and pulling over to a safe location to take calls or handle tasks unrelated to driving. https://estero-fl.gov/distracted-driving
Proper fertilization protects our waterways
Be smart about applying pesticides and fertilizers. Always use the minimum; apply only where it can be absorbed; and never before it rains. Don't let your efforts wash down the drain and pollute our delicate ecosystems. For more ways you can keep our waters free of pollutants, check out our flyer on how your landscape maintenance can protect our waters.
Driving requires attention and focus
Distracted drivers experience inattention blindness. They do not process everything in the roadway to monitor their surroundings, identify potential hazards, and respond to unexpected situations. Make the safe choice and just drive! https://estero-fl.gov/distracted-driving
RiverCreek, Wawa and Village property among topics reviewed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on August 22, 2023
Public Hearings RiverCreek Phase Three Rivercreek Phase 3 of the Corkscrew Crossing The applicant described their plans for the final phase, Phase Three, of the Corkscrew Crossing development which consists of 200 lots at the south end of the site and immediately south of Phase Two. Phase One is completed and Phase Two is nearly complete. Corkscrew Crossing is a residential community with a total of 554 single family homes, gatehouse, and a common recreation area. The recreation area includes a clubhouse, bocce, tennis and pickleball courts, a fire pit and pool. They plan an enhanced landscape buffer adjacent to [...]
Spread out water use for efficient septic systems
Septic Tank owners should spread out washing machine and dishwasher use throughout the week. This prevents your tank from being overloaded; which makes it unable to properly treat all the water flowing to the drain field, and ultimately our waterways. For more ways to ensure your septic system is safe and efficient, see our flyer.
Phones are not the only distraction to drivers.
Distractions come in many forms! Anything that takes your attention away from driving is considered a distraction. Make sure pets are properly secured, food is put away, and passengers are wearing seatbelts. https://estero-fl.gov/distracted-driving
Use native plants to preserve our water quality
Using native and Florida friendly plants in your landscaping is the absolute best way to reduce the need for fertilizer, pesticides, and overwatering year round. That's less work and money your yard needs from you! For more ways you can keep our waters free of pollutants, check out our flyer on how your landscape maintenance can protect our waters.
Texters while driving are 23X more likely to crash!
It’s just not worth the risk! That text, TikTok, or email can wait. Instead, focus on driving, or pull over to a safe location if you must interact with your phone. https://estero-fl.gov/distracted-driving