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 [...]
Millage rate and disaster preparedness among topics for Council on July 3, 2024
Council will start the meeting at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday addressing the proposed millage rate for FY 2024-2025 and approval of the first budget amendment for FY 2024/2025. The Village’s emergency response plan and contracts for on-call disaster debris monitoring and recovery services will be reviewed as part of the Village’s disaster preparedness program. Council will then discuss Hurricane Ian recovery and resiliency planning program grant management support to be provided by Haggerty Consulting, Inc. Construction manager at risk contracts will be reviewed for Estero’s utility extension projects (conversion from septic to sewer) and Corkscrew Road path, landscaping and lighting project. [...]
Corkscrew Road Widening Phase 1 & 2 update on June 29, 2024
The following information is provided by Cougar Contracting, Inc.: Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase I Construction Project: The project widens Corkscrew Road to six lanes from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Fire House Lane, and to four lanes from Fire House Lane to Bella Terra Boulevard. The project includes adding on-road bike lanes, some sidewalk, installing new drainage, and constructing a wildlife crossing approximately 1000 feet west of the entrance to Cypress Shadows Boulevard. This crossing will coincide with a regional flow-way that crosses Corkscrew Road at that location. The Village of Estero will be installing shared use paths, lighting, and [...]
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 [...]
SAVE THE DATE: Estero Historical Society invites you to their annual reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 4
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., Thursday, July 4, 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 event will be held on the grounds of the Estero Historical Society [...]
Corkscrew Road Widening Phase 1 & 2 update on June 15, 2024
The following information is provided by Cougar Contracting, Inc.: Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase I Construction Project: Corkscrew Road is now in its final configuration from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Bella Terra Boulevard. Motorists should expect isolated flagging operations with periodic lane closures as the contractor works through the final project punch list. Motorists should also expect construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. Crews continue installing signage, sod, and fencing throughout the project. The work activities above are scheduled to occur, however unforeseen underground conditions and weather may affect this schedule. Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase [...]
Florida Everblades and Estero’s response to FEMA Hurricane Ian compliance on the agenda for Council on June 19, 2024
The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, with a proclamation congratulating the Florida Everblades for being the first team to win three consecutive Kelly Cup championships in a row. Action items include approval of an Estero on the River Phase 1 & 2 Construction Manager at Risk contract with Manhattan Construction, the engagement of Horizon Solutions Group, Inc. to implement Tyler Munis financial system project management, and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ending on September 30, 2023. Council will be asked to approve resolutions pertaining to (1) the Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement and (2) adopting the [...]
Free Lee County Sheriff’s Office Lunch & Learn: Lighthouse of Southwest Florida
On Thursday, June 27, 2024, Lighthouse of SWFL will be sharing information regarding assistive technology, vision rehabilitation, independent living, self-advocacy and much more. The event will be held at the Lee County Sheriff's Office Community Outreach Center at Miromar Outlets (10801 Corkscrew Road, Suite 190) from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. A free lunch will be generously provided by Caffé da Michele Osteria Italiana of Miromar Outlets. Registration is required as seating is limited. To register, email Gary Levine at glevine@sheriffleefl.org. Serving Southwest Florida since 1974 as Visually Impaired Persons of Southwest Florida, and as Lighthouse of Southwest Florida since [...]
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 [...]