Distance Makes a Difference: Road Safety
Leaving space to slow down or brake is critical to staying safe. Three seconds is a best case scenario. Larger vehicles require more space. https://estero-fl.gov/teen-driving/
Native plants preserve water quality
Using native and Florida friendly plants in your landscaping is the absolute best way to reduce the need for fertilizer, pesticides, and overwatering year round. That's less work and money your yard needs from you! For more ways you can keep our waters free of pollutants, check out our flyer on how your landscape maintenance can protect our waters.
Village to hold meetings to update the public on the Sports Park & Village of Estero branding & placemaking
The Village of Estero will be holding two Public Information Meetings to provide updates on the progress related to the Estero Sports Park and Village of Estero branding & placemaking. The Public Information Meetings will be held on Tuesday, October 29 and Tuesday, November 19 from5:00PM-7:00PM at the Estero Community Church located at 21115 Design Parc Ln, Estero, FL 33928. The formal presentation will start at 5:30 PM. Estero Sports Park Design: The Village of Estero secured a long-term lease on approximately 53 acres of Lee County School District property located west of Estero High School with the intent of [Read More.]
Estero Parkway overpass to close for maintenance on November 1
The Estero Parkway overpass over I-75 will be closed to all traffic for maintenance by Lee DOT from noon Friday, Nov. 1, until 5 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, weather permitting. Detours will be in place directing drivers to alternate routes. The primary alternate route will be Corkscrew Road. Pedestrians and bicyclists are advised to avoid the area during the closure period. The bridge remains safe but must close during the maintenance project because it includes work on the bridge structure to enhance safety and extend its service life. For updates on this and other transportation projects in Lee County, go [Read More.]
Estero’s Veterans Day event will celebrate our veterans with music & tributes on November 9
The Village of Estero is hosting a special free, patriotic and entertaining Veterans Day event from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday, November 9, at the Estero Community Park. The program will highlight mini musicals, featuring songs associated with World War II, the Korean, Vietnam and Gulf War, presented by Spotlight Entertainment of Southwest Florida. Everyone will enjoy free hot dogs, an American classic & muscle car show, patriotic songs by the New Horizons Choir, face painting and a visit with Too Tall Tori. Congressman Bryon Donalds will introduce Lieutenant General Gary Speer, who will give the keynote address, followed [Read More.]
Capital Improvement Program and Village Center among topics addressed by Council on October 16, 2024
Front row: Mayor Jon McLain with Jewel Faerber Back row: Councilmembers Lori Fayhee, George Zalucki, Vice Mayor Joanne Ribble, Rafael Lopez and Jim Ward Mayor Jon McLain presented a proclamation to Jewel Faerber honoring her late husband Joseph Faerber. Faerber had served as the first Village of Estero Special Magistrate. He was honored for his 8 years of service as the Code Enforcement Magistrate which were marked by exemplary dedication and commitment. Recognition The Government Finance Officers Association presented the Village with a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the Village’s comprehensive financial report for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, [Read More.]
Rescheduled: Planning, Zoning & Design Board to address Aldi, Mayfield Village and Starbucks among other topics on October 29, 2024
Starbucks The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 29, conducting public information meetings for an Aldi grocery store to be located on Corkscrew Road, east of Stoneybrook Drive, and Mayfield Village to be located on Broadway E., west of Sandy Lane. The Board will then conduct public hearings for Celebree School on Corkscrew Road, Shadow Wood Community Association’s Three Oaks guardhouse remodel, Estero’s Entertainment District at 9000 Williams Road, Coconut Trace located at 22910 Lynden Drive, Starbucks at Estero Town Commons and Ordinance 2024-10. The full agenda is available here. Meetings are held in the Council [Read More.]
Capital Improvement Program among topics for Council on October 16, 2024
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, with a proclamation for Special Magistrate Joseph Faerber and a certificate of recognition for budget preparation for the Finance Department. Council will then consider the renewal of lobbying services and conduct a first reading of an ordinance regarding Village property security and trespass policies. There will be second readings of ordinances pertaining to Estero Townhomes and the declaration of local emergencies. Council will then conduct workshops on the Capital Improvement Program and Vitalink. The full agenda is available here. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers, Village Hall, 9401 Corkscrew Palms [Read More.]
Household chemical waste collection scheduled for October 16 at Estero Park has been canceled due to Hurricane Milton
The next collection date at the park is 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15. Residential household chemical waste is accepted at the Topaz Court Solid Waste facility located at 6441 Topaz Court in Fort Myers, off Metro Parkway. This facility is open 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. – 12 noon on the first Saturday of each month (except holidays). For questions, call Lee County Solid Waste at 239-533-8000.
Hurricane Milton update from the Village of Estero on October 7, 2024
The Village of Estero reminds residents to keep the following in mind pertaining to the potential impacts of Hurricane Milton: Take photos inside and outside of your home for insurance purposes Secure important paperwork, medicines and valuables Take photos of your pets Sign up for AlertLee Know your zone here. Estero Recreation Center is open as an emergency shelter People living near Estero Bay and the Estero River are encouraged to continue to monitor water levels. Please continue to be vigilant as storm surge may impact water levels. For more information regarding flood protection please visit the Village’s webpage.