Estero Historical Society holding annual Antique Assessment Fair
Do you have antiques and/or collectibles that you would like to have assessed for their value? Richard Gannon, president of Gannon’s Antiques & Art, will be providing appraisals for all items that are brought to this event. The fair runs Friday, Sept. 8 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm, Saturday, Sept. 9 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm, and Sunday, Sept. 10 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the museum buildings located at 9285 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. in Estero Park. If you wish to bring items to be appraised, you must register in advance for a time slot on the Estero [...]
Corkscrew Road Widening Update from Lee County on August 16, 2023
During the nighttime/overnight hours of 9 p.m., Thursday, August 17 to 5 a.m. on Friday, August 18, crews will be dismantling the existing signal at the intersection of Ben Hill Griffin Parkway/Stoneybrook Golf Boulevard and Corkscrew Road. Motorists should expect the right turn lanes closed during this work. Law enforcement will be onsite to assist motorists. The new signal is estimated to be operational Friday morning; however, the signal detection will not be fully operational until next week. Delays should be anticipated. Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. For further questions, please visit [...]
Hurricane season preparation reminder
Hurricane season peaks from mid-August to mid-October The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is now calling for 14-21 named storms to develop this year, of which 6 to 11 could become hurricanes with 2 to 5 of those that could become major hurricanes. That increases the prediction for the year to “an above-normal level of activity.” Those numbers include the storms we’ve already seen this season: 5 tropical storms and Hurricane Don, which dissipated far off in the north Atlantic. The Village of Estero’s website has a webpage which includes all the information you should need to help you [...]
Spread out water use for efficient septic systems
Septic Tank owners should spread out washing machine and dishwasher use throughout the week. This prevents your tank from being overloaded; which makes it unable to properly treat all the water flowing to the drain field, and ultimately our waterways. For more ways to ensure your septic system is safe and efficient, see our flyer.
Phones are not the only distraction to drivers.
Distractions come in many forms! Anything that takes your attention away from driving is considered a distraction. Make sure pets are properly secured, food is put away, and passengers are wearing seatbelts. https://estero-fl.gov/distracted-driving
Corkscrew Road Widening Update from Lee County August 8, 2023
As a part of the Corkscrew Road Widening project, crews will be performing signal work on Wednesday night/Thursday morning. Please see details below: During the nighttime/overnight hours of 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Wednesday, August 9 and Thursday, August 10, crews will be dismantling the existing signal at Stoneybrook Golf Drive and Corkscrew Road. Motorists should expect delays during this work. Law enforcement will be onsite to assist motorists. The new signal is estimated to be operational Thursday morning. Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. For further questions, please visit the project [...]
Renew your Vote-by-Mail Ballot request – Alert from Lee County Supervisor of Elections
The 2024 election cycle is fast approaching. In Florida, all previous Vote-by-Mail Ballot requests expired at the end of 2022. If you plan to vote by mail in 2024, you must submit a NEW request. Act now and submit your Vote-by-Mail request to their office. Visit www.lee.vote or call (239) 533-8683. If you are registered to vote in a different county, you must contact your county's elections office. Please share this message with your friends, family, and neighbors. 2024 ELECTIONS: March 19, 2024: Presidential Preference Primary August 20, 2024: Primary Election November 5, 2024: General Election
The August 8 Planning, Zoning & Design Board meeting has been postponed to August 22, 2023
The Planning, Zoning & Design Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday evening, August 22. The full agenda will be available here soon. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers, Village Hall, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, near the entrance to the Estero Community Park. Residents may view the meeting here and provide public comment by utilizing the eComment Card on the Village website here. Comments must be received by noon one day before the actual meeting and they will be distributed to the Council/Board but will not be read at the meeting.
Use native plants to preserve our 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.
Estero High School instructional openings
Estero High School Principal Mike Amabile is reaching out to the community to help fill a number of teaching vacancies which have occurred unexpectedly within the last few weeks. The positions which are currently open are: Music Director, Math, ESE, English, Social Science, Counselor, Intervention Specialist and Spanish. Anyone with a bachelor’s degree interested in applying for one of these positions may contact Amabile. He will discuss the work involved and refer applicants to the Recruitment and Human Resources Departments to assist them in what they need to become certified. Applicants may email him at: michaella@leeschools.net.