Ensure Weekly Solid Waste Pickup with These Tips
Residential garbage 40-gallon garbage can weighing fewer than 50 pounds. No limit on the number of cans. Use heavy duty garbage bags for additional garbage (50-pound weight limit). Recycling Place loose recyclables in approved containers - no plastic bags. Recycling should be paper, cardboard, metal, glass and plastic containers. Flatten extra cardboard and place it next to the cart. Yard Waste Must be placed in a container, tied or neatly stacked. Each set out should be under 6 feet in length and under 50 pounds. Can consists of grass clippings, tree branches, leaves, fallen fruit and dead plants. Bulk Waste [Read More.]
REMINDER: Celebrate all veterans at this free party in the park on Saturday
Estero is hosting a free, patriotic and entertaining Veterans Day event from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday, November 9, at the Estero Community Park, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. There will be wartime mini musicals, free hot dogs, an American classic & muscle car show, patriotic songs by the New Horizons Choir, face painting and a visit by Too Tall Tori. Congressman Bryon Donalds will introduce keynote speaker Lt. Gen. Gary Speer, followed by recognition of Goldstar Families and local veterans, ending with a 21-gun salute and the playing of taps. Residents are encouraged to bring family, friends, and neighbors, along with [Read More.]
County park land sale agreement among topics for Council on November 6, 2024
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, addressing agreements for Special Magistrate services and management of the Happehatchee Complex. They will then review a property sale agreement with Lee County for 25.5 acres of County park land ,and an agreement with The Brooks Community Development District for improvements to the Three Oaks Parkway paths. Other topics include contracts for Corkscrew Road pathway, lighting, and landscaping improvements, Estero on the River Phase 1 improvements, Williams Road easement acquisition, and Block Lane right of way acquisition. There will be second readings and public hearings for Ordinance 2024-09 and Ordinance 2024-15. [Read More.]
Aldi, Mayfield Village and Starbucks among topics addressed by the Planning Zoning & Design Board on October 29, 2024
Public Information Meetings Aldi The applicant is proposing a 22,000 square foot grocery store to be located at 11906 Newbridge Court, south of Corkscrew Road and east of Stoneybrook Golf Drive in the Stoneybrook development. The architecture will include a four-cornered tower, and the paint colors are shades of beige, tan and brown, with white trim. The store be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The applicant plans to meet with the Stoneybrook residents and CDD to review their proposed plans. Public Comment: Comments were received in favor, and others expressed concerns about noise, traffic, and traffic conflicts with [Read More.]
Distance Makes a Difference: Road Safety
Leaving space to slow down or brake is critical to staying safe. Three seconds is a best case scenario. Larger vehicles require more space. https://estero-fl.gov/teen-driving/
Native plants preserve 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.
Village to hold meetings to update the public on the Sports Park & Village of Estero branding & placemaking
The Village of Estero will be holding two Public Information Meetings to provide updates on the progress related to the Estero Sports Park and Village of Estero branding & placemaking. The Public Information Meetings will be held on Tuesday, October 29 and Tuesday, November 19 from5:00PM-7:00PM at the Estero Community Church located at 21115 Design Parc Ln, Estero, FL 33928. The formal presentation will start at 5:30 PM. Estero Sports Park Design: The Village of Estero secured a long-term lease on approximately 53 acres of Lee County School District property located west of Estero High School with the intent of [Read More.]
Estero Parkway overpass to close for maintenance on November 1
The Estero Parkway overpass over I-75 will be closed to all traffic for maintenance by Lee DOT from noon Friday, Nov. 1, until 5 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, weather permitting. Detours will be in place directing drivers to alternate routes. The primary alternate route will be Corkscrew Road. Pedestrians and bicyclists are advised to avoid the area during the closure period. The bridge remains safe but must close during the maintenance project because it includes work on the bridge structure to enhance safety and extend its service life. For updates on this and other transportation projects in Lee County, go [Read More.]
Estero’s Veterans Day event will celebrate our veterans with music & tributes on November 9
The Village of Estero is hosting a special free, patriotic and entertaining Veterans Day event from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday, November 9, at the Estero Community Park. The program will highlight mini musicals, featuring songs associated with World War II, the Korean, Vietnam and Gulf War, presented by Spotlight Entertainment of Southwest Florida. Everyone will enjoy free hot dogs, an American classic & muscle car show, patriotic songs by the New Horizons Choir, face painting and a visit with Too Tall Tori. Congressman Bryon Donalds will introduce Lieutenant General Gary Speer, who will give the keynote address, followed [Read More.]
Capital Improvement Program and Village Center among topics addressed by Council on October 16, 2024
Front row: Mayor Jon McLain with Jewel Faerber Back row: Councilmembers Lori Fayhee, George Zalucki, Vice Mayor Joanne Ribble, Rafael Lopez and Jim Ward Mayor Jon McLain presented a proclamation to Jewel Faerber honoring her late husband Joseph Faerber. Faerber had served as the first Village of Estero Special Magistrate. He was honored for his 8 years of service as the Code Enforcement Magistrate which were marked by exemplary dedication and commitment. Recognition The Government Finance Officers Association presented the Village with a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the Village’s comprehensive financial report for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, [Read More.]