The CARES Act, Firestone Tire Center, stormwater discharge and Land Development Code were reviewed by Council on December 2, 2020
Public Comment: A resident spoke against overgrowth in Estero. Resolution 2020-25 Covid-19 CARES Act This resolution pertains to the contracts to procure personal protective equipment and community testing for COVID-19. The total fund expenditure for Covid-19 projects is expected to be approximately $421,200, when complete. The Village is working with Lee County to receive reimbursement for these expenses through the CARES Act funding. Council voted to continue this resolution to their December 9 meeting. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES Ordinance 2020-09 – Firestone Tire Center There was a second reading of this ordinance pertaining a request to amend the zoning for [...]
Planning & Zoning Board conducted a workshop addressing the Land Development Code Part 2C on December 1, 2020
Village consultants Clarion Associates and Johnson Engineering conducted a third and final workshop on the proposed Land Development Code (LDC). The LDC, which is required by the state, provides guidelines for all development and re-development in the Village. It addresses architecture, open space and parking, landscaping, sidewalks, bike/ped improvements, traffic and stormwater and the types of permits required for these projects. Part 2C of the LDC focuses on general provisions, administration, and rules of construction, interpretation and measurement. Residents may view the archived meeting by going to the Village website http://estero-fl.gov/council/watch-meetings-online/. The next Planning & Zoning Board meeting will be [...]
Firestone Tire Center, stormwater discharge and Land Development Code on the agenda for Council on December 2, 2020
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, addressing the second reading of ordinances for a proposed zoning amendment to allow for a Firestone Tire Center at the Estero Town Center (Lowe’s plaza) and an ordinance pertaining to the prohibition of illicit discharges to stormwater systems. Council will then conduct a workshop on the Land Development Code. The agenda is available here: https://estero-fl.gov/agendas/ The following options are available for residents to view and/or participate in the meeting: View the meeting online, but not participate: You may watch the meeting via the Village of Estero website link: https://estero-fl.gov/council/watch-meetings-online/. View the [...]
REMINDER: Village of Estero providing community with free COVID-19 testing at Hertz Arena November 23 – 25, 2020
The Village has contracted with Lab 24 to perform three days of testing for COVID from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., today, Tuesday and Wednesday, November 23 – 25, at Hertz Arena. The test is the more accurate molecular test, which has a 1-3 day turnaround time. These tests are being conducted in the parking lot of the arena on a first come first served basis and are free to the public. The Village encourages our community members and visiting family and friends to get tested, in advance of the Thanksgiving holiday to make sure everyone is safe. You will [...]
Recycle tips for the 2020 holiday season
Recycle tips for the 2020 holiday season Lee County Solid Waste has tips for residents for the holiday season so you can recycle, know what can be repurposed, and also know what needs to go in the trash bin. Lee County’s waste stream generally increases about 20% during the holidays, but taking even a few small steps can help reduce waste generated in your home. Gobble up your turkey and dispose of the oil: Deep-fried turkey is a holiday tradition for many Florida families. Residents can safely and responsibly dispose of any leftover cooking oil at no charge. Put the [...]
Estero Crossing and Land Development Code reviewed by the Design Review Board on November 18, 2020
The Board conducted a workshop for the Estero Crossing Commercial Phase 1. The applicant was requesting review of their updated commercial building elevations and landscape plans. They have made a number of changes to the elevations of the buildings, raising them with towers, as well as adding elements projecting forward from the ground. The side elevations include a covered outdoor dining area. The color palettes used on these buildings will be represented in the rest of the development. The pocket parks include improvements of two sidewalks on each side which will be shaded, bike parking and benches. Landscaping includes royal [...]
Village of Estero providing community with free COVID-19 testing and protective face covering
The Village has contracted with Lab 24 to perform three days of testing for COVID from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, November 23 – 25, at Hertz Arena. The test will be the more accurate molecular test, which has a 1-3 day turnaround time. These tests will be conducted in the parking lot of the arena on a first come first served basis and are free to the public. Driver's license is required. The Village encourages our community members and any visiting family and friends to get tested, in advance of the Thanksgiving holiday. In addition, [...]
Coconut Landing, water quality, Firestone Tire Center and Land Development Code addressed by Council on November 18, 2020
Council started their meeting by conducting a public hearing for Ordinance 2020-07, an amendment to the comprehensive plan to add Coconut Landing to the future land use map. This is a 10-acre parcel, voluntarily annexed to the Village in January 2020. It is located one mile west of US 41 on the north side of Coconut Road, east of El Dorado Acres. Council voted to transmit Ordinance 2020-07 to the State for review. Following State review, it will come back to Council for an adoption hearing. (Ordinance) There was a first reading of Ordinance No. 2020-08 providing for the prohibition [...]
Planning & Zoning Board conducted a workshop addressing the Land Development Code Part 2 on November 17, 2020
Village consultants Clarion Associates and Johnson Engineering conducted a workshop on the proposed Land Development Code (LDC) Part 2. LDC, which is required by the state, provides guidelines for all development and re-development in the Village. It addresses architecture, open space and parking, landscaping, sidewalks, bike/ped improvements, traffic and stormwater and the types of permits required for these projects. Part 2 of the LDC focuses on the site development standards, natural resources, public facility funding and coordination, and nonconformities. Residents may view the archived meeting by going to the Village website http://estero-fl.gov/council/watch-meetings-online/ The next Planning & Zoning Board meeting will [...]
Coconut Landing, water quality, Firestone Tire Center and Land Development Code on the agenda for Council on November 18, 2020
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, addressing an amendment to the comprehensive plan to add Coconut Landing to the future land use map. This is a 10-acre parcel voluntarily annexed to the Village located one mile west of US 41 on the north side of Coconut Road. There will be first readings for ordinances pertaining to illicit discharges to stormwater systems and an amendment to allow for a Firestone Tire Center at the Estero Town Center (Lowe’s plaza). Council will then conduct a workshop on the Land Development Code Part 2. The agenda is available here: https://estero-fl.gov/agendas/ [...]