BERT among topics for Council on April 17, 2024
The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, with a proclamation stating the Village recognizes Arbor Day, which is April 26. Action items include addressing a contract for $81,000, plus 10% contingency, with Florida Acquisition & Appraisal, Inc. to assist the Village in obtaining the easement and property required to construct the Broadway Ave East utility expansion project. Council will then be asked to approve the assignment and amendment of the license agreement for Sandy Lane right of way agreement with Seminole Gulf Railway for the proposed stormwater discharges from the Estero Entrainment Project. Following this meeting, a workshop will [...]
Household chemical waste collection scheduled at Estero Park on April 17, 2024
Residents will be able to dispose of household chemical waste safely and responsibly from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 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 [...]
Planning, Zoning & Design Board Chairman Wood recognized for 9 years of service
Planning, Zoning & Design members help celebrate Chairman Scotty Wood’s 9 years of service to the community. Left to right, front row: Vice Chairman Anthony Gargano, Chairman Leonard “Scotty” Wood III. Back row, left to right: Jim Wallace, Barry Jones, Kristin Jeannin, James Tatooles and Michael Sheeley. The Planning, Zoning & Design Board honored Chairman Leonard “Scotty’ Wood III with a cake, balloon and words of appreciation at their April 9, 2024 meeting. Scotty has volunteered hundreds of hours over the past 9 years to serve as Chairman of this Board. During that time, he has worked closely [...]
Planning, Zoning & Design Board addressed the Village recreational & sports facility, a proposed hotel and more on April 9, 2024
The Board conducted six public information meetings on April 9. No voting occurs during public information meetings. 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 are seeking approval of an 4,153 square foot addition to the north side of their existing building, along with parking improvements. This change will add six optometry exam rooms and a waiting room. All windows and architecture will match the existing building. They are also adding a couple parking spaces in the southern [...]
Join the Lee County Sheriff's Office for an amazing "Lunch & Learn" with Estero Fire Rescue on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 11:30 am until 1:00 pm. The event will be held at the LCSO Community Outreach Center at Miromar Outlets (10801 Corkscrew Road, Suite 190). Topics of discussion include fall prevention for seniors, home fire safety and much more. A free lunch will be provided courtesy of "Tacos and Tequila Cantina" of University Village! Registration is required! Seating is limited! To register, please email Gary Levine at glevine@sheriffleefl.org
Lee County and municipalities offer update on FEMA National Flood Insurance Program determination
Lee County and its municipal partners – Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Town of Fort Myers Beach and Village of Estero – would like to offer residents an update on their response to the FEMA verbal notification late last week that it would retrograde Community Rating System (CRS) to remove discounts on National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) premiums: · The county anticipates receiving a written communication from FEMA soon. · The county plans to work with FEMA to address any alleged deficiencies that could help the county and municipalities retain current CRS ratings. · The county’s goal is to work with [...]
Corkscrew Road Widening Phase 1 & 2 update on April 5, 2024
The following information is provided by Cougar Contracting, Inc.: 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 sidewalk on the south side of the road from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Stoneybrook Golf Drive has been opened to pedestrians. Please be aware that some areas are a temporary surface. [...]
Estero Historical Society to host Jacob Winge presenting “Colonial & Early American Florida Shipwrecks” on April 13
Renowned local historian Jacob Winge will take attendees on a journey through the lesser-known chapters of Florida's history, exploring the “Colonial & Early American Florida Shipwrecks.” Don't miss this unique opportunity to uncover the secrets of Florida's history and gain insights into the lives of those who sought alternative paths in the Sunshine State. Join others at the Estero Historical Society’s meeting at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, April 13, with Continental Breakfast at Country Creek Clubhouse, 21180 Country Creek Drive. Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for non-members here.
Planning, Zoning & Design Board to conduct six public information meetings on April 9, 2024
The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 9, conducting six public information meetings. No voting occurs during public information meetings. First on the agenda is the Estero Family Health Center located east on US 41 in front of The Vines entrance. They are seeking approval of an 4,153 square foot addition to the north side of their existing building. Coconut Trace is seeking a zoning amendment to allow for a 122-room hotel at 22910 Lynden Drive, located west of US 41 and across from Coconut Point Mall. Wildcat Run is seeking to renovate 1 of the 5 [...]
Planning, Zoning & Design Board chairman and members appointed by Council on April 3, 2024
Action Items Resolution 2024-04 – Selection of Planning, Zoning & Design Board members and Chairman Council passed this resolution, selecting the new members and Chairman for the Planning, Zoning & Design Board (PZDB). Four members of the PZDB have terms that expire on April 30,2024. In addition, there are two vacancies on the PZDB. Council interviewed 13 candidates for the Board last month. The following individuals were appointed to the Village of Estero Planning, Zoning and Design Board with terms as indicated: BOARD MEMBER TERM Al Paivandy 5/1/2024 - 4/30/2025 James E Tatooles 5/1/2024 - 4/30/2025 Leonard E Scotty Wood [...]