SantaFest & Winter Yard Sale at Estero Recreation Center on December 6
Join in on a fun-filled morning of holiday cheer at SantaFest and the Winter Yard Sale from 7 a.m. – noon on Saturday, Dec. 6. Enjoy story time and hot cocoa, holiday crafts, shop for holiday treasures and meet the jolly old man himself. Don’t forget your camera for a great photo opportunity. Admission is free. Space is limited. Pre-register at www.leeparks.org/register. For more information, contact the Estero Recreation Center at 239-533-1470.
Council to consider assessment process as part of utility expansion projects among other topics on December 3, 2025
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, addressing resolutions pertaining to funding capital improvement projects with tax-exempt debt and amending Resolution No. 2025-20 with updated Community Development fees. Public hearings will be conducted for resolutions to establish a non-ad valorem assessment for package plant to central sewer system projects for Sunny Grove Park and Cypress Bend RV Resort. There will be a first reading of Ordinance 2025-16 amending Chapter 26 of the Village Code regarding special assessments, such as for a conversion of a community using septic systems to the common sanitary sewer system. A second reading of [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road Widening Phase 2 update from Lee County on November 26, 2025
Drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists are urged to use extra caution when traveling through the work zone. During the nighttime/overnight hours of 7 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 3 and Thursday, December 4, crews will be installing drainage on Corkscrew Road just east of the Alico Road intersection. Crews will be installing sidewalk and barrier wall on the south side of Corkscrew Road between Corkscrew Shores and Alico Road. Crews are installing sewer force main near the west end of the project, as well as new water main on the north side of Corkscrew Road. Motorists should drive with [Read More.]
10,000 Cards for Our Troops
The Village of Estero is participating in a friendly competition with other local cities to see who can gather the most holiday cards for our troops, with a goal of 10,000 total! Let’s show our troops that Estero cares! Please prepare cards for our service-members and include a cheerful note of encouragement and gratitude! do not seal the card no personal information no photos no glitter Drop-off your cards at these locations by December 5: Publix at the Shoppes at Grand Oaks Publix at Corkscrew Road Estero Culver's on US 41 Estero Miller's Ale House on US 41 Estero [Read More.]
Discount Tire among applicants before the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on November 18, 2025
Public Hearings Toasted Yolk The applicant was requesting outdoor Consumption on Premises for their restaurant previously occupied by Zoe’s Kitchen in Coconut Trace at 22941 Lyden Drive. The restaurant will be serving breakfast and lunch selections, soups and sandwiches from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday. The Board approved this application with conditions. 4741 Broadway Avenue West (Cooper property) rezoning Charles and Sandra Cooper were requesting a rezoning of their property from Agriculture to Residential Single Family in order to construct a single-family home on the property. The triangular parcel is located east of Estero River Heights and [Read More.]
Estero students recognized by Council on November 19, 2025
Kaitlyn Mancini (center) surrounded by her parents, teachers, Estero High School Principal, Lee County School Board members and Council. Mayor Joanne Ribble presented Estero High School student Kaitlyn Mancini with a letter of recognition for her outstanding achievements and positive contributions to the community. Her dedication both on and off the soccer field reflects her strong character and commitment to excellence. Avery Hughes surrounded by her parents, teachers, Bonita Springs High School principal, Lee County School Board members and Council. Mayor Joanne Ribble presented Estero resident and Bonita High School student with a letter of recognition [Read More.]
High 5 breaks ground for new entertainment venue in Estero’s Hub
101 residents and media gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking for the future home of the High 5 entertainment facility in Estero’s Village Center Hub. The short program included comments by Mayor Joanne Ribble welcoming the crowd, High 5 Entertainment Founder Scott Emley and Village Manager Steve Sarkozy. This was the initial step leading to the official grand opening of High 5, scheduled for the Fall of 2026. High 5 will include indoor and outdoor pickleball courts, miniature golf, bowling, arcade and other family [Read More.]
Village-wide traffic study among topics for Council on November 19, 2025
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, with a letter of recognition for Estero High School student Kaitlyn Mancin. Action items include approval of a contract for auditing services, resolutions approving a second budget amendment and supporting the construction of a noise wall by FDOT adjacent to The Brooks community. There will be a first reading of an ordinance pertaining to the SportsPark process and procedures, and second readings of ordinances relating to Pelican Sound and regulations regarding recovery residence accommodation requests. Following the meeting, there will be workshops on the Village-wide traffic study, Council salaries and BERT. [Read More.]
Toasted Yolk Café among topics for the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on November 18, 2025
The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with public hearings for the Toasted Yolk Café at 22941 Lyden Drive, the Cooper property at 4741 Broadway Ave. West, Discount Tire at 10411 Corkscrew Commons Drive and Ordinance 2025-10 review. There will then be a workshop presentation of the Eco-Historic Planning Study by the Village consultant Land Design. The full agenda is available here. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers, Village Hall, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, near the entrance to the Estero Community Park. Residents unable to attend the meeting may view the meeting here and provide public comment [Read More.]
Estero’s Veterans Day at the park on November 8, 2025
Over 400 residents, young and old, came to the Estero Community Park on Saturday, Nov. 8, to pay tribute to all of our veterans, active military, first responders and Gold Star families. Mark Sanders District 5 Councilmember Rafael Lopez welcomed the crowd, followed by the presentation of colors by the Estero JROTC.. Mayor Joanne Ribble then recognized the Estero Councilmembers and other dignitaries in the crowd. Local entertainer Mark Sanders served as MC and performed a number of patriotic [Read More.]