Event postponed: Summer of Safety demonstration in Estero Community Park Tuesday, June 11
Lee County Board of County Commissioners Summer of Safety Demonstration at the park was postponed due to heavy rains.; it will be rescheduled soon. The event will introduce Lee County’s new AED technology and will provide a demonstration at 10 a.m., Tuesday, June 11. After the demonstration, Lee County staff will be available to address AEDs, drowning prevention and CPR. For more information about Lee County’s Heart Smart campaign visit www.heartsmartlee.com. To view a video demonstration of how the AEDs work click here. The event will be at the adjacent North Pavilion, which is just east of the Recreation Center, next [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Corkscrew Road Widening Phase 1 & 2 update on June 1, 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 [...]
Utility expansion, Estero on the River and Corkscrew Road improvements among items on the agenda for Council on June 5, 2024
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, reviewing the ranking of construction management firms for the Utility Extension Program covering Cypress Bend, Sunny Groves, Estero Bay Village, Broadway Ave West and Highlands Avenue. Other action items include the ranking of construction management firms for the Estero on the River Phase 1 & 2 projects which include parking, restrooms, bridge and path, and the Corkscrew Road path, lighting and landscaping from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to the eastern side of Bella Terra. There will be a first reading of an ordinance pertaining to the Old Post Office located at [...]
It’s time to prepare for Hurricane Season 2024
As you know, hurricane season starts this Saturday and runs through November 30. NOAA and other storm forecasters are predicting an above average hurricane season this year, so everybody should start preparing now. While the season peaks in mid-August to mid-October, everyone should review their hurricane preparation plans and take advantage of the disaster preparedness sales tax holiday which runs Saturday, June 1 through Friday, June 14. A second opportunity begins August 24 through September 6. Here is a list of items that are exempt from tax during the sales tax holiday. The Village of Estero’s website has a webpage [...]
The 100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers
The 100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers Memorial Day to Labor Day there is a marked increase in deaths involving teen drivers. Guide a teen in your life to safer habits. https://estero-fl.gov/teen-driving/
Abuse Counseling and Treatment “Lunch & Learn” on May 30
Join the Lee County Sheriff's Office for an informative "Lunch & Learn" presented by ACT (Abuse Counseling and Treatment) addressing "Sexual Violence, Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking: Detection and Resources" on Thursday, May 30, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. ACT will address these disconcerting matters, helping attendees better understand them and learn about available resources. The "Lunch & Learn" will be held at the LCSO Community Outreach Center located in Suite 190 at Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road. Lunch generously donated by Ford's Garage at Miromar Outlets. Registration is required as seating is limited. Email Gary Levine at glevine@sheriffleefl.org.