Fifth Third Bank and Extra Space Storage presented to the Design Review Board on December 9, 2020
Fifth Third Bank The Board conducted a public information meeting for the Fifth Third Bank at Miromar Outlets Mall. They are proposing to build a 1900 sq. ft. bank branch with a VTM drive-through lane at the building and a remote ATM drive-through lane. They are requesting 11 parking spaces. The building will be stucco and stone with barrel tile roof. (Presentation) The Board recommended the applicant bring samples of the building materials, color charts and the landscaping renderings to the next meeting. No voting occurs during public information meetings. Extra Space Storage The Board then conducted a public hearing [Read More.]
The CARES Act, Land Development Code and Estero River were addressed by Council on December 9, 2020
Public comment on non-agenda items: 1 resident spoke against additional mining in the area and additional growth in Estero; 1 resident offered to coordinate the honoring of country singer Ben Allen. 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 $411,600 when complete. The contracts include funds for additional testing services (originally budgeted for 1,000 tests, but completed 1,545 tests) and hand sanitizer stations to place in local businesses around Estero. The Village is working with [Read More.]
CARES Act, Firestone rezoning, and Land Development Code on the agenda for Council on December 9, 2020
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m. , Wednesday, addressing a resolution for the Covid-19 CARES Act contracts and budget amendment They will then conduct a public hearing for a proposed zoning amendment to allow for a Firestone Tire Center at the Estero Town Center (Lowe’s plaza) and a first public hearing the Land Development Code. This will be followed by a workshop covering the Estero River north branch drainage improvements, Estero River sediment project, alternatives for the 2021 election and Estero Chamber of Commerce strategic plans for future growth and impact. The agenda is available here: https://estero-fl.gov/agendas/ The [Read More.]
Three Council seats open for election
Councilmembers for District 1 Bill Ribble, District 2 Howard Levitan and District 6 Nick Batos will be termed out as of March 2021. Therefore, the Village is looking for community-minded residents living in these three districts to consider running for Council. The next Village of Estero regular election will be held on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Each candidate for Council must be a resident and qualified elector of the Village for at least 1 year before the beginning of the qualifying period, which is January 11. In addition, each Councilmember must reside in the district they represent for the duration [Read More.]
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 [Read More.]
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 [Read More.]
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 [Read More.]
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 [Read More.]
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 [Read More.]
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 [Read More.]