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 [Read More.]
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 [Read More.]
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 [Read More.]
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 [Read More.]
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 [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road Widening Phase 1 & 2 update on June 8, 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. Estimated completion of the full project is summer 2024. Project cost is approximately $23 M. The contractor is Cougar Contracting, LLC. For [Read More.]
Response to FEMA Hurricane Ian compliance issue now available on the Village of Estero website
The Village of Estero’s response to the FEMA Hurricane Ian compliance issue is now available for residents to access on the Village website here. The website includes information regarding the 62 residences affected by the hurricane. There also is a narrative which describes the Village’s approach to protecting the floodplain and compliance with the minimum standards for flood insurance, including maps of locations where permits were issued. Village Manager Steve Sarkozy will provide a detailed presentation regarding the Village’s response to FEMA during the June 19 Council meeting. Residents are invited to attend or watch the meeting via the website [Read More.]
Utility expansion, Estero on the River and Corkscrew Road construction management among topics reviewed by Council on June 5, 2024
Utility Expansion Program Utility Expansion Program Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Council approved the ranking of the construction manager at risk firm for this project to be Wright Construction. Village staff will work with Wright Construction to negotiate a CMAR contract, including pre-construction services. The Village’s consultants are nearing completion of the design and permitting for the following Utility Expansion Programs: Cypress Bend, Sunny Groves, Estero Bay Village, Broadway Ave. West (Estero River Heights, Charing Cross Circle, Luettich Lane, and Sherrill Lane) and Highlands Ave. Funding is in place for the Cypress Bend and Sunny Groves projects. This is a [Read More.]
Five public hearings on the agenda for the Planning, Zoning and Design Board on June 11, 2024
The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with 5 public hearings. Estero Family Health Center is requesting an addition to their existing building at 19701 S. Tamiami Trail. The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development is proposing to build a two-story, 14,000-square foot school with playground at 10100 Arcos Avenue at Plaza del Sol just south of the car wash. The Palms Day School is planning a 13,400-square foot daycare/preschool at 9600 Corkscrew Road. Estero Storage, LLC, is seeking a zoning amendment at Plaza del Sol in order to construct a 120-room hotel, a 110,000-square foot self-storage building [Read More.]