Estero Park to host free movie “Trolls Band Together”
Enjoy a free movie under the stars at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, at Estero Park, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. The 2023 PG-rated computer-animated comedy “Trolls Band Together” will be the main feature. In this movie, we follow Poppy who embarks on a harrowing and emotional journey to reunite her favorite boy band and save them from an even worse fate than pop culture obscurity. Food and shaved ice from various food trucks will be available for purchase. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs. This event is sponsored by Lee County Parks & Recreation. For more information, contact [Read More.]
Village of Estero monument signs among topics reviewed by Council on February 7, 2024
Imperial Parkway Public Comment on non-agenda items: 1 resident spoke about the potential destruction of wildlife and the environment caused by the proposed development of 10,000 homes on East Corkscrew Road. 1 resident invited Council to participate in the upcoming Rotary of Estero 5K race at Coconut Point on March 16. Schedule for Planning, Zoning & Design Board applications The meeting started with Council approving the proposed schedule for Planning, Zoning & Design Board applications. The Village Council is seeking applications for volunteer positions on this board which reviews applications for rezoning, comprehensive plan amendments, site plan approvals (development orders) [Read More.]
Downtown Estero, Woodfield, Via Coconut and the old post office are on the agenda for the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on February 13, 2024
Downtown Estero The Board will start the meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with a public hearing for Downtown Estero multifamily townhomes located east of US 41 and north of Broadway East. Public information meetings will then be conducted for Woodfield’s development order application to be located at the corner of US 41 and Coconut Road, Via Coconut’s zoning amendment application for 20 acres of property south of Corkscrew Road and west of Via Coconut Point, and the old post office building’s zoning amendment application at 8111 Broadway East. The full agenda is available here. Meetings are held in the Council [Read More.]
Prevent Road Rage with Good Driving Habits
Fatal crashes are frequently caused by aggressive driving that causes anger. Give other drivers room, be polite, pay attention and arrive home safe. https://estero-fl.gov/aggressive-driving
Council acts to relieve flooding issues, create more recreational facilities and preserve green space at their meeting on January 24, 2024
Council voted to purchase land on Three Oaks Parkway to establish two ponds to address flooding concerns, which could favorably affect neighboring flood insurance rates This purchase also preserves green space in place of additional development. (See details of Three Oaks Parkway purchase below.) Council voted to lease a portion of Estero High School land to develop a joint use park and recreation facility. This long-term partnership with the Lee County School Board will provide soccer fields, basketball, baseball, pickleball and walking trails connecting to the Village’s neighboring Entertainment District. The new facilities will be available to the students as [Read More.]
Power pole replacement along Williams Road to start January 25
Please be aware FPL’s contractor will be replacing power poles along Williams Road January 25, 2024, through March 29, 2024. Construction will include intermittent eastbound lane closures. Please take extra caution while driving through the construction area.
Conserving water preserves our water quality
The best way to keep your septic system working smoothly is to conserve water in the first place. The less water your field has to process at once, the more effective it will be at reducing the amount of nutrients leaked into our local waterways. For more ways to ensure your septic system is safe and efficient, see our flyer.
Learn to identify invasive plants at River Oaks Preserve on February 24
Join local invasive species management professionals from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday, February 24, at River Oaks Preserve, to learn how to recognize and remove invasive plant material common to our area. Volunteers will be working in the beautiful scrubby flatwoods east of the north branch of the Estero River. You should bring work gloves, closed-toe shoes, pants, long-sleeved shirt as well as water, lunch/snacks, bug spray, sunscreen and your favorite weeding tool. You will go home with a free 4-inch native plant courtesy of the local Native Plant Society chapters. The River Oaks Preserve is located 9541 Broadway [Read More.]
It Takes Two to Fight: Don’t Engage with Aggressive Driving
It Takes Two to Fight In general, there are two active participants in road rage incidents. Stay calm, don’t respond, and disengage to stay safe. https://estero-fl.gov/aggressive-driving
Lee County Solid Waste reminds residents to properly dispose of electronics and batteries this holiday season
With holiday shopping and the replacement of old electronics, Lee County Solid Waste reminds residents of the importance of proper electronic device disposal, and to be aware of proper battery disposal. Computers, all computer components, printers, copiers, scanners and televisions can either be disposed of in the regular garbage or brought to the Household Chemical Waste Facility, 6441 Topaz Court, Fort Myers. Household alkaline batteries, AA, AAA, C, D, 9-volt and button batteries can be disposed of in your regular garbage can. Any other type of battery (rechargeable, nickel-cadmium, automotive, lithium-ion, lead-acid) should be recycled at the Household Chemical Waste [Read More.]