Cheesecake Factory, Culver’s Coconut Point and Wawa among topics for the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on July 25, 2023
The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with public hearings for the Cheesecake Factory in Coconut Point Mall, Genova gate access modifications, Culver’s at Coconut Point, and the Villages of Country Creek pickleball court. They will then conduct a public information meeting for the Wawa Convenience food and beverage store with gas on Corkscrew Road, Camargo North on Pelican Sound Drive, and the Coconut Point Ford expansion. The full agenda is available here. 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 [Read More.]
Coconut Pointe Residences at Brooks Town Center and Via Coconut projects reviewed by Planning, Zoning & Design Board on July 11, 2023
Public Information Meeting Coconut Pointe Residences at Brooks Town Center The Board started their meeting with a public information meeting for Coconut Pointe Residences at Brooks Town Center’s request for a development order. The developer is proposing to demolish the existing Winn Dixie building in The Brooks Town Center in order to build a four story 154-unit multifamily building in the parking lot. The 9.95-acre parcel is located at the northwest corner of Coconut Road and Three Oaks Parkway. Public Comment: 14 eComment cards were placed into the record and 8 residents spoke of their concerns regarding traffic, parking, and [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road Widening Update from Lee County July 7, 2023
During nighttime/overnight hours of 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Monday, July 10 and Tuesday, July 11, motorists should expect a flagging operation east of Wild Blue for crews to install drainage. Two lanes of travel will be open during the daytime hours. On Monday, July 11 through Wednesday, July 13 motorists should expect a temporary traffic shift for crews to mill and resurface from east of Palermo Way to Ben Hill Griffin Parkway. During the nighttime/overnight hours of 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Wednesday, July 12 and Thursday, July 13, motorists should expect the westbound to northbound right turn [Read More.]
Coconut Road EPD rezoning, Entertainment District and Millage rate addressed by Council on July 5, 2023
Public Comment on non-agenda items: Two residents of Shadow Wood in The Brooks spoke in opposition to the recently approved Phase 1 pickleball courts proposed by The Brooks CDD. Ordinance 2023-06 – Coconut Road EDP rezoning (Woodfield Development) Representatives of the Woodfield Development project team presented their rezoning request for this project which includes 596 dwelling units, 538 being luxury apartments and the remainder being townhomes, 80,000 square feet of commercial retail and dining, 42,000 square feet of office space, and 260 hotel rooms. The project also includes civic uses and amenities, and 10-foot-wide bike/pedestrian trails. Council approved this second [Read More.]
Coconut Pointe Residences at Brooks Town Center among topics for the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on July 11, 2023
Coconut Pointe Residences at Brooks Town Center The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with a public information meeting for a development order for Coconut Pointe Residences at Brooks Town Center. This is the proposed project to demolish the Winn Dixie building on the 9.95-acre parcel at the northwest corner of Coconut Road and Three Oaks Parkway. A public hearing will then be conducted for the final plan to develop the 154-unit multifamily development of Coconut Pointe Residences at Brooks Town Center. The Board will also conduct public hearings for the Estero Bay Chevrolet lighting upgrade and [Read More.]
Estero Historical Society looking for volunteers
The Estero Historical Society is looking for enthusiastic and friendly people who desire to help preserve our history. They need volunteers for their gift shop, museum and schoolhouse. You may pick your best Saturday in 2023 from 1 – 3 p.m. to greet patrons for a couple of hours. You will not be alone, and you will learn as you go along with their patrons. If you are interested, or know anyone who might be, you may email the Society at EsteroHistoricalSociety@gmail.com. Just put in the subject line the date you would like to help. The mission of the Society [Read More.]
Estero Historical Society’s traditional Independence Day celebration on July 1, 2023
Jacob Winge reading the Declaration Estero Historical Society President Gail Langner welcomed the crowd and started the celebration off with the Pledge of Allegiance. Noted patriotic singer Gary Israel then led in the singing of “God Bless America.” Local historian Jacob Winge read the Declaration of Independence. Winge was joined by two other historical enactors dressed in authentic 18th-century period costume. Estero Fire Rescue was there to raise a large American flag to add to the patriotism. Following the ceremony, watermelon was served picnic-style for all attendees to enjoy. The event was held on the grounds of the Estero [Read More.]
Household chemical waste collection scheduled at Estero Park on July 19, 2023
Residents will be able to dispose of household chemical waste safely and responsibly from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19. 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. 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 household chemical waste and can be set out with household garbage include: empty [Read More.]
Entertainment District, Coconut Road EPD rezoning, and budget among topics for Council on July 5, 2023
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, with a resolution determining the millage rate for FY 2023-2024, followed by a presentation of the comprehensive annual financial report for FY 2022. Council will then address the following issues: a water monitoring contract, the Sandy Lane prefabricated pedestrian bridge, a contract to assess the existing roads and sidewalks maintained by the Village, Seminole Gulf railway agreement and a budget amendment. There will be a review of the term sheets for the Chicken N Pickle and High 5 recreational facilities proposed to be located in the Entertainment District on Williams Road, [Read More.]
Why is Texting So Dangerous?
Texting while driving is illegal in Florida because it combines all three forms of distraction: cognitive, visual and physical! You must be “hands-free” when traveling through work zones and school zones. Make safe choices and put the phone away while driving. https://estero-fl.gov/distracted-driving