Proposed millage rate and utility expansion program among topics for Council on July 2, 2025
The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, with Council addressing the proposed millage rate for 2025-2026 and a budget amendment for 2024-2025. Action items also include the defined contributions retirement plan, Village banking services, construction manager at risk for the Cypress Bend and Sunny Grove Park utility expansion programs, Hurricane Ian hazard mitigation grant program, and relocation of an existing maintenance building in the SportsPark. There will be a first reading of ordinances for a Pelican Sound zoning amendment and authority to approve plats. There will be a second reading of an ordinance for Land Development Code flood amendments [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road Widening Phase 2 update from Lee County on June 26, 2025
Drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists are urged to use extra caution when traveling through the work zone. On Tuesday, July 1, crews will be milling existing asphalt on the south shoulder of Corkscrew Road. Expect intermittent flagging for trucks entering and leaving the roadway. Motorists should expect lane closures during the nighttime/overnight hours of 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Wednesday, July 2, and then continuing the week of Sunday, July 6 for crews to work on storm sewer and force main crossings. Flaggers will be onsite to assist motorists. Crews will be installing drainage throughout the project area on the [Read More.]
SAVE THE DATE: Estero Historical Society invites you to their annual reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 4
Jacob Winge Each year, the Estero Historical Society celebrates the 4th of July by bringing segments of history connected with the signing of the Declaration of Independence “to life” for all to enjoy. This annual free celebration starts at 9 a.m., Friday, July 4, 2025 with local historian Jacob Winge who will be reading the Declaration dressed in authentic 18th-century period costume. The Estero Fire Rescue team also will be there to raise the flag. Following the ceremony, watermelon will be served picnic-style for all attendees to enjoy. This special patriotic free event will be held on the [Read More.]
Village of Estero looking for your input
The Village is early in the process of developing future plans for the area around US 41 from Estero Parkway down to Williams Road. Come learn about the project and share your vision for the future development of this 1,000-acre area. A Town Hall meeting will be held from 5:30-7 p.m., Tuesday, June 24, in the Village Hall Council Chambers, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. All are welcome. Meet the design team. Learn about the Eco-Historical Planning Study and share your ideas to guide what's next.
River Oaks Preserve, Sports Park management and Capital Improvement Plan among topics addressed by Council on June 18, 2025
River Oaks Preserve Action Items Annual Comprehensive Financial Report Finance Director Kevin Greenville presented this annual financial report prepared by Jeff Tuscan, CPA.. In compliance with Florida Statutes 218.39, the Village’s financial statements have been independently audited by Tuscan & Company, PA, a firm of licensed certified public accountants. The report provides details of operations for the twelve months ending September 30, 2024. The independent auditor has issued an unmodified (“clean”) opinion on the Village’s financial statements for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024. Public Comment: 1 eComment card was placed into the record. Council approved this report. Disaster [Read More.]
Focus on the Road: Driving Safely
There is no text, video, or song more important than the lives of those around you. Put the phone down. https://estero-fl.gov/teen-driving/ #SafeEstero #drivingsafety #teendrivers
River Oaks Preserve among topics for Council on June 18, 2025
River Oaks Preserve The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, with Council addressing the annual comprehensive financial report, a disaster debris monitoring contract, River Oaks Preserve CMR contract, and Kemper Sports Management LLC professional services. There will be second readings of ordinances pertaining to the Capital Improvement Plan, Mayfair Village and unsafe structures. A workshop will follow introducing the FY 2025-2026 proposed budget. 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 Park. Residents may view the meeting here and provide public comment [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road Shared Use Path Project update June 13, 2025
The Village of Estero project is constructing a 10-foot-wide asphalt pathway on the north side of Corkscrew Road from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Palermo Lake Court, and 6-foot-wide concrete sidewalk from east of Palermo Lake Court that connects to the sidewalk that runs to Vista built by Lee County’s previous widening project. A 10-foot-wide asphalt pathway will also be constructed on the south side of Corkscrew Road from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Bella Terra Boulevard. Roadway and pathway lighting similar to those on Estero Parkway will be installed to complement the new facilities, along with a substantial amount [Read More.]
Chick-fil-A, Piccolo Buco and flood ordinance addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on June 10, 2025
Public Information Meeting Chick-fil-A The applicant is proposing to construct a Chick-fil-A restaurant at the site of the existing Perkins restaurant located in the Shoppes of Grand Oaks. Plans call for demolishing the Perkins building, constructing a new building with an outdoor patio, new landscaping and keeping the trees. The drive-thru lanes will accommodate 32 cars. Public Comment: 5 eComment cards were placed into the record; a resident expressed concerns regarding the flow of traffic existing Chick-fil-A. No voting occurs during public information meetings. Public Hearings PZDB Resolution 2025 – 01 – Piccolo Buco The applicant was requesting approval for [Read More.]
Do more by doing less! No fertilizing between June 1 and September 30
Doing your part to preserve our water quality is as simple as doing less yardwork! During the rainy summer season, unnecessary fertilizing and improper fertilizer application can result in runoff that sends nutrients meant to feed your lawn into our waterways where they feed harmful aquatic algae instead. During the summer months when Southwest Florida sees the most rain, improper and unnecessary fertilization can result in runoff that sends nutrients into local waterways. These excess nutrients can feed harmful algal blooms, resulting in negative impacts on county waterbodies, the Caloosahatchee and the Gulf. Preventing these blooms and protecting Southwest Florida’s [Read More.]