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.]
Corkscrew Road Widening Update from Lee County May 16, 2023
During the daytime hours on Thursday, May 18 and Friday May 19, the contractor will be paving in the project. Motorists should expect trucks moving in and out of the area behind the barrels and may have intermittent flagging to assist with traffic. The contractor continues work outside of the travel lanes. This work includes installing drainage, performing concrete work and earthwork, clearing & grubbing, and prepping for sod. Motorists should expect construction vehicles and concrete trucks entering and exiting the roadway. Crews continue work on the box culvert near the wildlife crossing. This week crews will be driving production [Read More.]
Lee County Utilities ends free chlorine flush
Lee County Utilities on Sunday, May 21, will end the free chlorine flush, which will involve converting its disinfection process from a free chlorine residual back to chloramines as the primary disinfectant. The free chlorine flush, which began May 1, is a routine measure common among water utilities that use chloramines as a primary disinfectant. Residents who use a kidney dialysis machine at home should contact an equipment supplier so the proper filtering equipment may be installed. Tropical fish or aquatic animal owners should contact a local tropical fish store for appropriate pretreatment of water before adding [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road wetland mitigation credits among topics for Council on May 17, 2023
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, addressing Corkscrew Road wetland mitigation credits and conducting a second reading of an ordinance updating the Capital Improvements element. Council will then conduct four workshops. Topics include: Introduction to Public Trust advisors, State Legislative session update and Appropriations Report, Capital Improvement Plan and American Rescue Plan Act. 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 Park. Residents may view the meeting here and provide public comment by utilizing the eComment Card on the Village [Read More.]
Music of Mozart, Tartini and Schumann to be featured at Koreshan Art Hall on May 28
Boris Sandler, Bella Gutshtein and Leslie Caballero The Koreshan Music Salon will perform their last concert of the season at 3 p.m., Sunday, May 28. The program includes Mozart’s Violin Sonata No. 21 in E minor, Tartini’s Sonata G minor Devil’s Trill, and Schumann’s Piano Trio in G minor Op. 17. Featured artists will be Leslie Caballero on cello, Bella Gutshtein on piano, and Boris Sandler on violin. Concert tickets are available at $25 per person; this price includes entrance to the park. Reservations may be made here online at Friends of Koreshan. All proceeds go to the support [Read More.]
Corkscrew Pines self-storage and The Brooks CDD pickleball among topics addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on May 9, 2023
Corkscrew Pines self-storage The Board started their meeting with a public hearing for Corkscrew Pines self-storage located on the south side of Corkscrew Road, east of Stoneybrook Golf Drive and west of Firehouse Lane. The applicant was requesting a development order for the construction of a three building 134,000 square foot self-storage facility, associated drainage, utilities, and landscaping. The architecture is mission revival style. They have created undulations every 100 feet of the building facing Corkscrew Road to mimic separate buildings. The paint colors are shades of tan and beige with brown accents. The landscaping includes a variety [Read More.]
3 Oaks Academy students gain firsthand experience with local government
Twelve students, ranging from fourth to eight grades at 3 Oaks Academy, had the opportunity to learn how the Village Council and staff work for Estero residents. Village Clerk Carol Sacco gave the students an overview of how Council conducts their meetings. She then had the children sit at the dais and conduct their own “Council” meeting where they acted out the positions of Vice Mayor, Councilmembers, Village Attorney, Community Development Director and Village Clerk. The agenda’s Action Item was “Longer School Lunch Periods” which was voted in unanimously. The group then toured the various departments where they met with [Read More.]
What is Distracted Driving?
Distracted driving is extremely deadly. Help save lives by keeping your eyes on the road, both hands on the wheel, and your mind focused on driving. https://estero-fl.gov/distracted-driving #SafeEstero #drivingsafety #JustDrive