FEMA to contact National Flood Insurance Program policy holders
The Village has learned that National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policy holders will be receiving a letter in mid-August from FEMA related to your flood insurance policy. The letter is expected to address removing Estero residents from the Community Rating System (CRS) which provides residents up to a 20% discount on their flood insurance, among other actions. This would not happen during the 2024 hurricane season as FEMA plans to maintain Estero’s CRS rating until at least April 1, 2025. FEMA has acknowledged that the hard work done by the Village has resulted in some improvements to meet minimum floodplain [Read More.]
Tropical Storm Debby update from Village of Estero
The Village of Estero did not experience any effects from Tropical Storm Debby other than some minor road flooding on a few private roads. Village staff from Public Works and Code Enforcement were out before and after the storm assessing the entire Village for flooding and impacts. The Village proactively provides maintenance of the main flowways 4 times a year, to ensure that the stormwater systems function efficiently and drainage continues to flow. It is very important for residents that have experienced water intrusion in their homes from the rainfall, to understand that permits are required for repairs in the [Read More.]
Prepare for inclement weather
The Lee County Emergency Management, along with the Village of Estero, is monitoring the tropics and is in communication with state and federal partners at the Florida Division of Emergency Management, the National Weather Service, and the National Hurricane Center. The activity in the tropics is a good reminder for residents to be prepared for the height of hurricane season, which is upon us. Stay informed: Monitor local media outlets, the National Weather Service -Tampa, and the National Hurricane Center. Sign up for AlertLee, which is an emergency notification system that allows registered users to receive telephone, text, and/or email alerts [Read More.]
Drunk Drivers Kill
Never get in a car with a drunk driver. Reaction time, visual accuracy, and coordination are all affected by alcohol. https://estero-fl.gov/teen-driving/
FEMA to maintain Village of Estero’s CRS rating
FEMA grants the Village additional time to address floodplain compliance The Village of Estero was notified July 19 that FEMA will maintain Estero’s Community Rating System (CRS) rating of 6 until at least April 1, 2025. This means residents with policies issued under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) will maintain the discount rate of 20% on their insurance premiums for the time being. FEMA has acknowledged that the hard work done by the Village has resulted in some improvements to meet minimum floodplain management standards but has requested that further information be provided by November 18, 2024, to address [Read More.]
Trash collection pickup to begin an hour earlier due to excessive afternoon heat
Lee County Solid Waste temporarily adjusts pickup times Residents of unincorporated Lee County in Pine Island, Matlacha, North Fort Myers, Fort Myers Shores, Alva, Lehigh Acres, south Fort Myers and the Village of Estero are asked to set their trash, recycling and yard waste to the curb by 5 a.m. beginning this week. This is one hour earlier than the typical set-out time of 6 a.m. The temporary change is to help Waste Pro drivers avoid excessive heat during summertime’s late afternoons. This does not impact the day of the week residents have their materials collected; that remains the same. To [Read More.]
Household chemical waste collection scheduled at Estero Park on July 17, 2024
Residents will be able to dispose of household chemical waste safely and responsibly from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17. Items will not be accepted either before or after that time period. Chemical waste categories include items that are ignitable, corrosive, explosive and/or reactive and toxic, such as leftover paints, cleaners, herbicides, pesticides, automotive fluids and pool chemicals. Never dispose of these items in dumpsters, compactors or at curbside with household garbage or down a storm drain or in the soil. See Lee County Solid Waste link for household chemical waste categories. Items which are not household [Read More.]
Via Coconut and Estero Townhomes addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on July 9, 2024
Public Hearings Via Coconut – Zoning amendment Via Coconut The applicant was 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. The amendment includes several changes to the mixed-use project consisting of: Elimination of the “under building parking”: and replacement with garages, carports and surface parking behind the buildings. Modification of building footprints and shifting some units. Reduce height of mixed used buildings along Main Street from 3 to 2 stories. Via Coconut is a planned mixed-use development of 330 [Read More.]
Fix Car Leaks to Keep Waterways Clean
Keep our waterways clean by taking care of any liquids leaking from your car as soon as possible. Oil, lubricants, washing fluids and other drips get washed into storm drains when it rains. Storm drains empty into our waterways, where such liquids damage the wildlife and their habitat. For more ways to keep our waterways clean with smart vehicle maintenance, check out our flyer.
Sports Park and proposed millage rate among many topics addressed by Council on July 3, 2024
Sports Park Resolution 2024-12 – Proposed Millage Rate for FY 2024-2025 Council approved this resolution adopting the proposed millage rate of 0.7400 mills ($0.7400 per $1,000 of assessed property value) which is equal to the prior year rate. The millage rate will be reviewed in two public hearings on Wednesday, September 11, at 5:05 P.M. and Wednesday, September 18, at 5:05 P.M. Resolution 2024-13 – FY 2024-2025 Budget amendment During the audit for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023, the Village’s external auditors, Tuscan & Company, P.A., noted the Village had expenditures in excess of its final approved budget [Read More.]