Corkscrew Road widening project update from Lee County June 9, 2023
During the NIGHTTIME/OVERNIGHT hours this week, the contractor is scheduled to mill and resurface from the Ben Hill Griffin Pkwy intersection to east of Wildcat Run. One lane is expected to remain open in each direction during this work. Motorists should expect lane shifts and flagging around the operation. This work is scheduled, weather permitting. PLEASE PAY ATTENTION WHILE DRIVING. The contractor continues installing drainage, performing concrete work and earthwork, clearing & grubbing, and prepping for/installing sod. Motorists should expect construction vehicles and concrete trucks entering and exiting the roadway. Crews continue work on walls of the wildlife crossing/bridge. This [Read More.]
Williams Road property among topics reviewed by Council on June 7, 2023
The meeting started with Mayor Jon McLain presenting Vice Mayor Joanne Ribble with the Florida League of Cities “Home Rule Hero Award.” Ribble was honored for working tirelessly throughout the 2023 legislative session to promote local voices making local choices, protect the Home Rule powers of Florida’s municipalities and advance the League’s legislative agenda. This is the third year in a row that Ribble has been honored with this award from the Florida League of Cities. Action Items Vieste, LLC Agreement Council approved a contract with Vieste LLC for a public/private partnership for the Williams Road mixed-use development project on [Read More.]
Woodfield Development, RiverCreek recreation site and Estero Bay Chevrolet on the agenda for the Planning, Zoning and Design Board on June 13, 2023
Woodfield Development location The Board will conduct three public hearings starting at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 13. The first hearing will be for the Woodfield Development requesting a rezoning with deviations from Mixed Use Planned Development to Estero Planned Development for a 45.6-acre parcel on the northwest corner of US-41 and [Read More.]
Williams Road property among topics for Council on June 7, 2023
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, presenting Vice Mayor Joanne Ribble with the Florida League of Cities “Home Rule Hero Award.” Action items include a contract with Vieste LLC for a public/private partnership for the Williams Road mixed-use development project; approval of two firms to provide grant management services; a contract with RVi for landscape maintenance inspection services; a first reading of Ordinance 2023-04 pertaining to the rezoning of the Williams Road property, and the first reading of Ordinance 2023-11 pertaining to the Capital Improvement Program. Council will then conduct workshops on the recent state legislative session [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road Widening Update from Lee County June 2, 2023
During daytime hours on Monday, June 5 and Tuesday, June 6, the contractor is scheduled to pave the newly constructed widened roadway (behind the barrels) from the Ben Hill Griffin Parkway intersection to east of Wildcat Run. Motorists should expect travel lanes to be a reduced width in this area while crews complete this work. This work is scheduled, weather permitting. During the nighttime/overnight hours, from Monday June 5 through Friday, June 9, the contractor is scheduled to mill the old asphalt and install new asphalt in the travel lanes. This will be a moving operation from the Ben Hill [Read More.]
Distracted Driving: What is Visual Distraction?
Did you know there are three forms of distraction? Visual distraction occurs when your eyes are taken off the roadway or when something is obstructing your field of view. https://estero-fl.gov/distracted-driving
It’s that time of year again – Hurricane Season
As you know, hurricane season starts on June 1 and runs through November 30, 2023. While the season peaks in mid-August, everyone should review their hurricane preparation plans and take advantage of the disaster preparedness sales tax holiday which runs now through June 9. A second opportunity begins August 26 through September 8. 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 which includes a list of important contacts, a list of emergency shelters and a link to Lee County’s All Hazards Guide. In addition, [Read More.]
Estero’s Golf Coast Driving Range just got a facelift
Hurricane Ian’s damage to the Golf Coast Driving Range’s building has now been repaired thanks to Estero contractor RMS. Also, a new ball washer and dispenser has replaced the 25-year-old equipment, and youth golf equipment will be arriving just in time for summer. The driving range, owned by the Village of Estero and managed by the Estero Forever Foundation, appreciates your support and welcomes you to come out for some wholesome exercise while you hone your skills. The range is open Sunday and Monday from 12 noon – 6 p.m., and from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday; [Read More.]
Distracted Driving: What is Cognitive Distraction?
Did you know there are three forms of distraction? Cognitive distraction occurs when your brain is thinking about something other than driving. https://estero-fl.gov/distracted-driving #SafeEstero #drivingsafety #JustDrive
Corkscrew Road wetland mitigation and capital improvements among topics reviewed by Council on May 17, 2023
Public Comment on non-agenda items: A resident spoke about how there should be access from Estero into the Larry Kiker Preserve. A resident from The Vines thanked Councilmember Lori Fayhee for visiting their community to see where the Bonita Estero Rail Trail is being proposed to go through their property. Mayor Jon McLain (center) presented a proclamation to (left) Flotilla 91 Commander Gregory Masonick and Flotilla 91 Staff Officer/Public Affairs Daniel Eaton The meeting started with a proclamation designating May 20-26 as National Boat Safety Week. The goal is for all residents to learn and practice safe boating, [Read More.]