I-75 Project Development & Environment Study public hearing August 12 & 14
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) invites you to a public hearing for the I-75 Project Development & Environment (PD&E) Study from Golden Gate Parkway to Corkscrew Road. This project is a part of the Moving Florida Forward Infrastructure Initiative. Two options are available for the hearing. It is only necessary to attend one event. Please note that multiple comments from individual attendees will only be counted once in the record. Live Online Option Tuesday, August 12 5 p.m. Overview of project displays and Q&A with project team 5:30 p.m. Formal hearing and verbal comment period begins Register in advance: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3632654923166199640 Please plan to [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road Shared Use Path Project update on July 14, 2025
Village of Estero Corkscrew Road Shared Use Path Project: This Village of Estero project constructs a 10-foot-wide asphalt pathway on the north side of Corkscrew Road from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Palermo Lake Court (eastern entrance of Grandezza), and 6-foot wide concrete sidewalk from east of Palermo Lake Court that connects to the sidewalk that runs to Midnight Blue Court (Wild Blue Vista) built by Lee County’s previous widening project. The 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 [Read More.]
Aldi grocery store among topics addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on July 8, 2025
Public Information Meeting Cooper property at Broadway Avenue West The applicant is requesting to rezone the .34-acre property from agricultural to residential at 4741 Broadway Avenue West in order to build a single-story home on the site. The Board suggested the applicant resolve the water management issues associated with the stormwater ditch which traverses the property before coming back with their application. Public Hearings Eagle Walk monument signage A representative for Eagle Walk Student Living (formerly Coastal Village) was requesting a relocation and design change of an existing monument sign and addition of a second matching sign. The signs will [Read More.]
Aldi among topics on the agenda for the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on July 8, 2025
The meeting will start at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with a public information meeting for a request to rezone a parcel at 4741 Broadway Avenue West to allow for a single-family home. There will then be public hearings for Eagle Walk monument signage at 19401 Skidmore Way, an Aldi grocery store at 11906 Newbridge Court and an ordinance pertaining to a Land Development Code amendment for plats. 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 may also view the meeting here and [Read More.]
Proposed millage rate, utility expansion and Home2 Suites addressed by Council on July 2, 2025
Public comment on non-agenda items: A resident spoke of concerns regarding the intersection of US 41 and Williams Road adjacent to Walgreens. A resident spoke of Estero’s need for an aquatic center or Olympic-size pool. A resident stated a petition with 600 signatures were expressing the need for a splash pad in Estero SportsPark. Action Items Resolution 2025-10 – Proposed millage rate for 2025-2026 The proposed millage rate for fiscal year 2025-2026 is 0.7300 mills ($0.7300 per $1,000 of assessed property value) which is equal to the prior year rate. This is the lowest tax rate in the state of [Read More.]
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.]