Comprehensive Plan amendments and Corkscrew Crossing reviewed by the Planning & Zoning Board on June 18, 2019
The Planning & Zoning Board conducted a public hearing for amendments to the Comprehensive Plan pertaining to the 10-year water supply facilities work plan and wetlands at their meeting on June 28. Florida Statutes require that a regional water supply plan be conducted within 18 months following the South Florida Water Management District plan update. Johnson Engineering reviewed the water supply from Lee County Utilities and Bonita Springs Utilities and determined there will be an adequate supply for the Village of Estero for the next ten years (2030). (Work Plan) There was also an amendment to modify and clarify wetland [Read More.]
Sprouts Farmers Market and Genova median landscape plan development orders approved by the Design Review Board on June 12, 2019
Representatives for Sprouts Farmers Market were requesting approval for their design for a 29,896 square-foot grocery store, associated parking infrastructure and monument sign. The applicant has made a number of changes to enhance the design of their building, removing some of the horizontal lines from the original design and adding embellishments, arches and parapets, as well as enhancing the landscape design. They also will provide a shaded seating area outside the building. (Presentation) Sprouts is located at 19990 South Tamiami Trail, west of US-41 in the Estero Grande Subdivision. Public Comment: One resident spoke in favor of this development. The [Read More.]
Sign up for new tools for disaster awareness and preparation
Lee County Emergency Management has two new tools to help residents prepare for and be aware of hurricanes and other emergency situations – the LeePrepares app and the AlertLee system. LeePrepares (Replaces LeeAlert app) The LeePrepares app – available in Google Play and the App Store – will assist individuals and families with preparing for and recovering from all types of disasters that may affect the community.. Features include: GPS functionality for locating the user’s Evacuation Zone; Real time information from the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) on shelter openings, with mapping/directions and hurricane evacuations; Current Emergency (EOC) Activation Level; Recovery information [Read More.]
Comprehensive Plan amendments and Corkscrew Crossing on the agenda for the Planning & Zoning Board on Tuesday, June 18, 2019
The Planning & Zoning Board will conduct a public hearing for amendments to the Comprehensive Plan pertaining to the water supply facilities work plan and wetlands at 5:30 p.m., June 18. In addition, a public hearing will be conducted for Corkscrew Crossing. This proposed community of 590 single and two-family homes and townhouses is located on the south side of Corkscrew Road, east of I-75 between Wildcat Run and the Preserve at Corkscrew. The agenda is here: http://estero-fl.gov/agendas/. Residents are invited to attend and offer comments during public input. Planning & Zoning Board meetings are held in the Village Hall [Read More.]
It’s that time of year again – Hurricane Season
As you know, hurricane season starts today, June 1 and runs through November 30, 2019. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has stated nine to 15 named storms will develop during this season. This number includes tropical storms. There are a number of things you may do to as this season starts and, hopefully, you will not have a need to use them. The Village of Estero’s website has a webpage which includes all the information you should need to help you prepare your family and pet plan including an emergency supply list, emergency shelters and how to sign up [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road widening website
Lee County has created a new website to provide residents with information regarding the widening of Corkscrew Road. Lee County will share information on this new website, distribute project newsletters and fact sheets, make presentations to small groups and organizations, and conduct public meetings. The website includes a Frequently Asked Questions page as well as a way to contact those in charge of the project. Public involvement is an important part of the process. Your feedback will help identify issues of concern and develop potential solutions. To sign up for emails concerning the project, go to www.CorkscrewRoadWidening.com. The widening project [Read More.]
Planning & Zoning Board reviewed Pavich Center, Miromar hotel lot and Sprouts signage applications May 21, 2019
Public Information Meeting Pavich Center Joe Pavich Jr. is requesting to rezone two lots totaling .75 acres on the southwest corner of Corkscrew Road and Happy Hollow Lane allowing for building a multi-use commercial facility. This property is located approximately 500 feet west of Via Coconut Point Road. The proposal is to build a two-story, 35-foot tall building with 8,000 square feet of office space and mixed use and 1,050 square feet of restaurant, retail or café, and 950 square feet of courtyard/outdoor seating with 30 parking spaces. The office space on the lower right side of the building would [Read More.]
Memorial Day event at the Elks Lodge
The Bonita Springs/Estero Elks Lodge is holding a Memorial Day luncheon at 11 a.m., Monday, May 27. Featured luncheon speaker will be the Village of Estero’s Vice Mayor Katy Errington. All residents are invited to attend to remember and honor those who served our country. The lunch is $10. The Elks Lodge is located at 3231 Coconut Road.
2020 Meeting Agendas, Minutes, Videos & Transcripts
Meeting Agendas, Minutes, Videos and Transcripts Agendas are posted at Village Hall and online the week prior to meetings. Minutes, video and transcripts are posted as they are available, usually within a business day. You may also contact the Executive Assistant at sacco@estero-fl.gov. For information on attending meetings, click here. Archives of Agendas, Minutes, Videos and Transcripts 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 If you are having trouble with linked attachments, please check that you have the latest versions of the OS and browsers installed. Older iOS [Read More.]