Drunk Drivers Kill
Never get in a car with a drunk driver. Reaction time, visual accuracy, and coordination are all affected by alcohol. https://estero-fl.gov/teen-driving/
Via Coconut and Estero Townhomes addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on July 9, 2024
Public Hearings Via Coconut – Zoning amendment Via Coconut The applicant was requesting an amendment to the Estero Planned Development for a ±20- acre parcel on the west side of Via Coconut Point south of Corkscrew Road and across from Genova. The amendment includes several changes to the mixed-use project consisting of: Elimination of the “under building parking”: and replacement with garages, carports and surface parking behind the buildings. Modification of building footprints and shifting some units. Reduce height of mixed used buildings along Main Street from 3 to 2 stories. Via Coconut is a planned mixed-use development of 330 [Read More.]
Fix Car Leaks to Keep Waterways Clean
Keep our waterways clean by taking care of any liquids leaking from your car as soon as possible. Oil, lubricants, washing fluids and other drips get washed into storm drains when it rains. Storm drains empty into our waterways, where such liquids damage the wildlife and their habitat. For more ways to keep our waterways clean with smart vehicle maintenance, check out our flyer.
Sports Park and proposed millage rate among many topics addressed by Council on July 3, 2024
Sports Park Resolution 2024-12 – Proposed Millage Rate for FY 2024-2025 Council approved this resolution adopting the proposed millage rate of 0.7400 mills ($0.7400 per $1,000 of assessed property value) which is equal to the prior year rate. The millage rate will be reviewed in two public hearings on Wednesday, September 11, at 5:05 P.M. and Wednesday, September 18, at 5:05 P.M. Resolution 2024-13 – FY 2024-2025 Budget amendment During the audit for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023, the Village’s external auditors, Tuscan & Company, P.A., noted the Village had expenditures in excess of its final approved budget [Read More.]
Via Coconut and Estero Townhomes on the agenda for the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on July 9, 2024
Via Coconut The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with two public hearings. Via Coconut The applicant is requesting an amendment to the Estero Planned Development for a ±20- acre parcel on the west side of Via Coconut Point south of Corkscrew Road and across from Genova. Among the changes being requested are reducing the height of the mixed used buildings from 3 to 2 stories along Main Street and modification of building footprints and the shifting of some of the units. Estero Townhomes Estero Townhomes The applicant is requesting a rezoning from Residential Planned Development to Estero [Read More.]
Eyes Up, Phones Down!
The 100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers (Memorial Day - Labor Day) All us of need to watch for pedestrians who are not focused on their environment, as well as always respect roadways and parking lots when walking ourselves. https://estero-fl.gov/teen-driving/
Florida Everblades and Estero’s response to FEMA Hurricane Ian compliance were addressed by Council on June 19, 2024
Everblades Kelly Cup championship team Head Coach & General Manager Brad Ralph, Mayor Jon McLain, Assistant Coach Anthony Peters, VP of Business Development Mike Kelly and Vice-Mayor Joanne Ribble. The meeting started with Mayor Jon McLain reading a proclamation congratulating the Florida Everblades for being the first team to win three consecutive Kelly Cup championships in a row. Action Items Estero on the River Phase 1 & 2 Construction Manager at Risk contract Estero on the River Council approved a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) contract with Manhattan Construction Company to construct the proposed Estero on the River [Read More.]
Five public hearings and High Five Entertainment addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on June 11, 2024
Public Hearings Estero Family Health Center Estero Family Health Center First on the agenda was the Estero Family Health Center located east on US 41 in front of The Vines entrance. They were seeking approval of a development order for a 4,153 square foot addition to the north side of their existing building, along with parking improvements. The design and construction of the addition is consistent with the existing structure’s architecture, materials and style to maintain the same appearance. The Board approved this development order with the stipulation that the roof color match the tile sample. The Goddard School for [Read More.]
Utility expansion, Estero on the River and Corkscrew Road construction management among topics reviewed by Council on June 5, 2024
Utility Expansion Program Utility Expansion Program Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Council approved the ranking of the construction manager at risk firm for this project to be Wright Construction. Village staff will work with Wright Construction to negotiate a CMAR contract, including pre-construction services. The Village’s consultants are nearing completion of the design and permitting for the following Utility Expansion Programs: Cypress Bend, Sunny Groves, Estero Bay Village, Broadway Ave. West (Estero River Heights, Charing Cross Circle, Luettich Lane, and Sherrill Lane) and Highlands Ave. Funding is in place for the Cypress Bend and Sunny Groves projects. This is a [Read More.]
It’s time to prepare for Hurricane Season 2024
As you know, hurricane season starts this Saturday and runs through November 30. NOAA and other storm forecasters are predicting an above average hurricane season this year, so everybody should start preparing now. While the season peaks in mid-August to mid-October, everyone should review their hurricane preparation plans and take advantage of the disaster preparedness sales tax holiday which runs Saturday, June 1 through Friday, June 14. A second opportunity begins August 24 through September 6. Here is a list of items that are exempt from tax during the sales tax holiday. The Village of Estero’s website has a webpage [Read More.]