Florida Everblades, Via Coconut Point roundabout improvements and proposed millage rate among many topics addressed by Council on July 2, 2026
Public comment on non-agenda items: A resident proposed that improved access to the Estero River and Estero Bay estuary should be included in the Eco-Historic Planning Study. Mike Kelly, VP of Business Development & Broadcasting, Mayor Joanne Ribble, and Kyle Moutain, Florida Everblades Assistant Coach, bordered by Village Councilmembers The meeting started with Mayor Joanne Ribble and Councilmembers presenting a proclamation to the 2026 Kelly Cup winning Florida Everblades. The team captured their fifth Kelly Cup championship, setting a record for the most Kelly Cup titles in league history. Mayor Joann Ribble then read a proclamation celebrating the [Read More.]
SportsPark, Septic to Sewer and High 5 among many topics addressed by Council on June 17, 2026
Action Items Estero RiverPark Eco-Historic Planning Study Village consultants Phillip Bryant and Anie Delgato presented an overview of the Eco-Historic Planning Study prepared by Land Design Inc. The Village received a $450,000 Community Development Block Grant–Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) to fund this study. The study area covered approximately 1,000 acres, including properties along US 41 from Estero Parkway to south of Williams Road, as well as the Koreshan State Park and Village-owned property along the Estero River. Estero residents contributed to this planning effort by participating in an online survey and two community meeting/open house events. Online respondents indicated environmental stewardship [Read More.]
Mayor Ribble honored, BERT and Capital Improvement Program among topics addressed by Council on June 3, 2026
The meeting started with Vice Mayor George Zalucki and Councilmembers presenting Mayor Joanne Ribble with the Florida League of Cities “Home Rule Hero Award.” Ribble was honored for her hard work and advocacy efforts during the 2026 Legislative Session. She worked tirelessly throughout session to promote local voices making local choices by sharing insights, local data, and real-world examples that helped inform state lawmakers and elevate the voice of Florida’s cities. This is the sixth year Ribble has been honored with this award from the Florida League of Cities. Public comment on non-agenda items: 1 eComment card was placed into [Read More.]
Students honored, Sunny Grove Park and Cypress Bend RV Resort among topics addressed by Council on May 20, 2026
Delany Felton is surrounded by Estero High School Principal Jennifer Saluk, Mayor Ribble, Luke Strominger with the Lee County School District and Village Council Mayor Joanne Ribble and Councilmembers presented a letter of recognition to Estero High School student Delany Felton who ranked 13th in her senior class with a weighted GPA of 5.30, earned her AICE Diploma and was recognized as an Outstanding Cambridge Scholar for her academic excellence. In addition to her leadership in student governance, she is also committed to community service, volunteering with the Ronald McDonald House, Estero Life Care Center, and other local [Read More.]
Sunny Grove Park and Cypress Bend RV Resort among topics for Council on May 20, 2026
Council will start the meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, recognizing two outstanding Estero high school students along with a proclamation for the American Gold Star Mothers of Southwest Florida, Inc. Action items include consideration of a code enforcement lien mitigation and an interlocal agreement between the Village and Lee County for collection of County EMS impact fees. Public hearings will then be held on resolutions related to the final non-ad valorem assessment rolls for the Sunny Grove Park, Inc. and Cypress Bend RV Resort package plant-to-central sewer conversion projects. In addition, there will be a first reading of an ordinance [Read More.]
River Ranch Road and Estero SportsPark among topics addressed by Council on May 6, 2026
Public comment on non-agenda items: A resident had a complaint about Code Compliance. Action Items Amendment to Interlocal Agreement - Estero Fire Rescue District impact fees The Village collects fire impact fees for permits issued in Estero and remits them per interlocal agreement to Estero Fire Rescue. Lee County’s impact fees for Fire and EMS were recently updated. The updated fees will result in some additional revenue to the Fire District depending on the level of permitting activity. The Village retains a 3% fee to offset the cost of administering the program. Council approved this amendment. Amendment to Interlocal Agreement [Read More.]
River Ranch Road traffic calming & safety improvements among topics for Council on May 6, 2026
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, with amendments to interlocal agreements with Estero Fire Rescue and San Carlos Park Fire Protection and Rescue Services District pertaining to fire impact fees. and a change order to an existing contract with Trebilcock Consulting Services pertaining to River Ranch Road traffic calming & safety improvements. Council will then consider an amendment to a service agreement with Kemper Sports Management LLC regarding operations at the SportsPark Campus followed by a second reading and public hearing of an ordinance pertaining to non-conforming lots. The full agenda is available here. Meetings are held [Read More.]
Estero students and Vulnerability Assessment Project among topics addressed by Council on April 15, 2026
Kevin Wilson (center) is surrounded by his parents, members of the Estero High School, Lee County School District, Lee County School Board, Mayor Ribble and Councilmembers Mayor Joanne Ribble and Councilmembers presented a proclamation to Estero High School senior Kevin Wilson who is a full-time dual enrollment student who has already achieved remarkable academic success. He earned recognition on the FGCU Dean’s List during his first semester of college coursework, after previously obtaining his AICE Diploma. His current GPA of 4.95 is a testament to his commitment, discipline, and strong work ethic. Mason Burks (center) is surrounded [Read More.]
Estero students and Vulnerability Assessment Elevation Certificate among topics addressed by Council on April 1, 2026
Proclamations Mayor Joanne Ribble read a proclamation in honor of Arbor Day, which is April 24, 2026. The proclamation states that the Village recognizes Arbor Day in Estero and urges all citizens to celebrate Arbor Day and to support efforts to protect our trees and woodlands. Mayor Joanne Ribble and Councilmembers presented proclamations to Estero High School seniors Madelyn Alaine Millette and Trista Nicole Timm who were congratulated for receiving the Cambridge Merit Award Brooke Avery Lentz also received this award but was unable to attend the meeting. Included in all of the photos are the parents of the students, [Read More.]
Estero students, Broadway Ave. W. and Estero RiverPark among topics addressed by Council on March 18, 2026
Miles Brown (2nd row behind Mayor Joanne Ribble) is surrounded by his parents, members of the Estero High School, Lee County School District, Lee County School Board, Mayor Ribble and Councilmembers Mayor Joanne Ribble and Councilmembers presented Estero High School student Miles Brown a letter of recognition for earning an impressive 5.46 GPA and the prestigious AICE diploma. During his senior year, he challenged himself as a full-time dual enrollment student at Florida Gulf Coast University, where he earned a perfect 4.0 GPA and was named to the President’s List—an honor reserved for students demonstrating the highest academic [Read More.]