Naples Community Hospital, West Bay Club and Estero Grande Parkside among presenters at the Planning & Zoning Board meeting on November 14, 2017
The Planning & Zoning Board will conduct public information meetings for NCH, West Bay Club, Estero Grande Parkside and FBC Home Concept Sales & Display at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 14. In addition, there will be a public hearing for Fox Variance and Ordinance 2017-11. The full agenda is here: http://estero-fl.gov/agendas/. Residents are invited to attend and offer comments, or they may watch the meeting online at: http://estero-fl.gov/council/watch-meetings-online/. The next PZB meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 19.
Lee County to begin the second pass of Hurricane Irma debris removal November 13, 2017
Lee County will begin its second pass of Hurricane Irma debris removal beginning Monday, November 13. Residents are encouraged to use this coming week and next weekend to put all hurricane-related debris at the curb. The second pass will be the final opportunity for hurricane debris pickup. The second and final pass will be for both Construction & Demolition (C&D) and horticulture. Lee County anticipates the second pass to be completed during December 2017. Residents should continue to keep piles of C&D, such as roofing materials or damaged fencing, separate from horticulture. This will allow the haulers to remove as [Read More.]
Upcoming activities at Estero High School
Magic Show David and Jenny from NBC’s America’s Got Talent will perform mind-boggling tricks in a spectacular performance at the Estero High School auditorium at 7:30 p.m., Friday, November 17. Tickets for this fundraiser are available at www.magicshowtix.com and are $10 in advance, $12 the week of and $15 at the door. See an amazing show while supporting the EHS Music Program. The school is located at 21900 River Ranch Road. Follow Estero High School Girls & Boys Soccer Teams EHS Girls Soccer opened the season participation in the Kelly Field warm-up tournament and played 4 games on Monday and [Read More.]
Estero Historical Society invites residents to learn about ‘Operation Strides” on November 13, 2017
The Estero Historical Society and Naples Therapeutic Riding Center will present a program on ‘Operation Strides’ at their meeting at 2 p.m., Monday, November 13. The Naples Therapeutic Riding Center‘s mission is to improve the lives of children and adults with special needs with therapeutic riding and other equine-related programs. Every veteran who attends will receive a gift. The Estero Historical Society meets at the historical cottage in the Estero Community Park, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. For more information, call 239-272-1911.
Lee County land deal to add 10 acres to Estero Community Park
Lee County recently purchased 10 acres of land on Block Lane near the Estero Community Park for $700,000. The county plans to use the land to build multipurpose fields at the park which can be used by the students from Estero High School as well as Estero residents. The Lee County School District sold this property to the county to provide monies for the cost of installing a traffic light and other improvements along Imperial Parkway, where the Bonita Springs High School is being built.
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.]