Miromar ‘Playland’, University Self Storage and Sunmart Convenience Store among presenters to the Design Review Board on November 8, 2017
Public Information Meetings will be conducted for Miromar ‘Playland’, University Self Storage and Sunmart Convenience Store at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 8. In addition, there will be a public hearing for the Miromar Design Center’s monument sign and a workshop for ABC Fine Wine & Spirit Store and Aldi at Estero Town Center. The full agenda is available here: http://estero-fl.gov/agendas/ Residents are invited to attend and comment on the proposed projects or they may watch the meeting online at: http://estero-fl.gov/council/watch-meetings-online/. Design Review Board meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month in the Village [Read More.]
Council moves ban on medical marijuana facilities to 2nd reading and conducted Comprehensive Plan workshop on November 1, 2017
Introduction – FGCU President Martin Village Councilmembers, left to right: Howard Levitan, Mayor Jim Boesch, Jon McLain, Dr. Michael Martin, Vice-Mayor Bill Ribble, Katy Errington, Nick Batos and Jim Wilson. Dr. Michael Martin, President of Florida Gulf Coast University, gave a short description of his role and goals for the university at the beginning of this meeting. One of the goals is that the graduate degrees are geared to allowing graduates to work and live in this area. He agreed that “water issues” is one of the areas where the Village and university can work together. Dr. [Read More.]
Upcoming activities in Estero
Saturday, November 4, 10a.m.-4p.m. Koreshan State Historic Site 3800 Corkscrew Road 11th Annual Tin Can Tourists Vintage RV Show Experience the original “Tiny House” on display in the Historic Koreshan Settlement. View vintage travel trailers, bus conversions, retro campers, and more. Saturday, November 11, 8-11 a.m. Bonita Springs Estero Elks 2753 3231 Coconut Road, 239-947-2753 Elks Club Annual Veterans Day event Breakfast served from 8 – 9 a.m. $10, or free for veterans with proof of service. Flags will be presented by ER Steve Cicak and veterans, and music by Jack Walsh. 9:15 a.m., District 6 Councilmember Nick Batos and Bonita Springs [Read More.]
FEMA Application Deadline Extended to November 24, 201
The deadline for Hurricane Irma survivors to register for FEMA individual disaster assistance has been extended to November 24. Federal disaster assistance for individuals and families can include money for rental assistance, essential home repairs, personal property losses and other serious disaster-related needs not covered by insurance. Individuals can register online at disasterassistance.gov. By phone, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 or 800-462-7585. Due to high demand, lines may be busy. Please be patient, and try calling in the morning or evening when call volume may be low. The FEMA Helpline is open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven [Read More.]
FGCU President, animal control, medical marijuana facilities and Comprehensive Plan among items on the agenda for Council on November 1, 2017
Dr. Michael Martin, president of Florida Gulf Coast University will give a short introduction at the beginning of this meeting. Action Items Council will address an interlocal agreement with Lee County for animal control services and the amended 2018 Legislative Priorities. Ordinance first readings and public hearings There will be a first reading of an ordinance prohibiting medical marijuana facilities in Estero and an ordinance addressing changing qualifications for members of the Design Review Board. Workshop – Comprehensive Plan – Recreation & Open Space and Public School Facilities Council will hold a workshop on Recreation & Open Space and Public [Read More.]
Park Place of Estero approved with conditions and Comprehensive Plan workshop conducted at the Council meeting on October 25, 2017
Public Hearing – Ordinance 2017-09 – Park Place of Estero This was a second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 2017-09, an amendment allowing a reconfiguration of the Master Concept Plan for the 5 acre-property located at 9400 Block Lane. Park Place of Estero will be reducing the number of lots on their property from 26 to 16 single family lots. They plan to build one story, 3,500 square foot semi-custom single family homes with either an extended lanai or a three car garage. Among the conditions for approval is the addition of sidewalks on both sides of the street [Read More.]
Estero Recreation Center to reopen Friday, October 27, 2017
Lee County Parks & Recreation will reopen the Estero Recreation Center on Friday, October 27. The center’s public recreation and regular programs were suspended while the center was an emergency shelter and Red Cross shelter following Hurricane Irma. Sheltering operations ceased Saturday, October 21. Staff has restored the rec center in order for regular public recreation, programs, classes, and after-school activities to resume. Club Rec, the after-school program, will return to the center as well on Friday.
Village Council participates in TownePlace Suites by Marriott Grand Opening
Mayor Jim Boesch, Vice-Mayor Bill Ribble, Councilmembers Howard Levitan, Katy Errington, Nick Batos and Jim Wilson, along with members of the Estero Chamber of Commerce, Estero Rotary and other Estero businesses all participated in the ribbon-cutting, grand opening of the recently completed TownePlace Suites by Marriott on October 25, 2017. TownePlace Suites by Marriott is an extended-stay, pet-friendly hotel. They state their brand new, 114-suite, four-story hotel is perfect for one night, one week or even one year. Located at 23161 Via Coconut Point, each of their suites offers a full kitchen, complimentary breakfast and excellent service. Residents may also [Read More.]
Join your neighbors in honoring our local veterans at the Village’s Inaugural Veterans Day event
The Village is inviting all veterans, family, friends and supporters to join in honoring our active and retired military at the Village’s inaugural Veterans Day celebration at the Estero Community Park on Saturday, November 11, 2017. The event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Estero Life Magazine’s Gary Israel will start the program by singing the National Anthem. Additional music will be performed by the Gulf Coast Harmonizers. Complimentary hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, water and soft drinks will be provided. Residents are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets as seating is limited to veterans and the [Read More.]
Public Hearing for Park Place of Estero and Comprehensive Plan workshop on the agenda for Council on October 25, 2017
Public Hearing – Park Place of Estero There will be a second reading of Ordinance 2017-09, an amendment to a residential planned development allowing a reconfiguration of the Master Concept Plan for the 5 acre-property located at 9400 Block Lane. Park Place of Estero is planning to reduce the number of lots on their property from 26 to 16 single family lots. This property is located at 9400 Block Lane, west of River Ranch Road. Workshop – Comprehensive Plan – Population Trends & Other Data Representatives from Metro Forecasting Models will conduct a workshop reviewing Estero’s past growth and permitting [Read More.]