Volunteers are helping keep Estero’s roads beautiful throughout the season
Anne Rupp and Annette Paul Kudos to the Estero residents who have joined together again this season to help keep our roadways free of litter and looking beautiful. Volunteers in the Adopt a Road program for Via Coconut Point, Williams Road and Estero Parkway have collected 1400 pounds of litter since May. Residents participating in this program are from Cascades, Genova, Mirasol, Pelican Sound, Wildcat Run, Rapallo, Colonial Oaks, Shadow Wood and Lighthouse Bay. Randy Perry, Christine Green, Karen and Michael Fazio Volunteers in the FDOT program for Estero’s stretch of US 41 have collected 1.3 tons of [Read More.]
Milan Villas, Miromar Design Center and Copperleaf presented to the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on December 13, 2022
The Board started their meeting by electing Anthony Gargano Vice-Chair of the Planning, Zoning & Design Board. Public Hearing Milan Villas Milan Villas The Board then conducted a public hearing for Milan Villas which plans a community of 44 single-family attached one-story homes. Each unit will have three bedrooms, two baths and two car garages with a firewall separating the units. The property includes a dog park and a sidewalk throughout the community. They have an enhanced, tiered landscape plan for both Three Oaks Parkway and Williams Road to create a privacy screening. The monument sign will include decorative elements. [Read More.]
UPDATE: Disaster Recovery Center to close temporarily at 12:30 p.m., Dec. 13 to reopen Dec. 14 at 9:30 a.m.
In observance of a public meeting in the Council Chambers, the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be temporarily closed starting at 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 13. It will reopen on Wednesday, December 14 at 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Disaster Recovery Center is located in the Council Chambers first floor, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle near the entrance to Estero Park. Hours: The Disaster Recovery Center is open daily from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. except Sundays. They will close for Christmas December 23 – 26 and New Year’s December 30 – January 2, 2023. Please note: the Disaster Recovery [Read More.]
Red Cross is providing financial assistance to homes severely impacted by Hurricane Ian
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, the American Red Cross has worked closely with partners to provide emergency shelter, food, water, relief supplies, emotional support and health services to people in need. Thanks to our generous donors, the Red Cross is putting emergency financial assistance into the hands of Florida residents whose homes were severely impacted. Learn more at RedCross.org/Ian. This financial assistance will allow people to make their own decisions and prioritize what their family needs most to start recovering. Funds can help families replace clothes or food, offset transportation costs, or support any other immediate need. Spending these funds locally will [Read More.]
NOTICE: Even if you were denied in the past, you need to visit the Estero Disaster Recovery Center before January 12
If you are a Hurricane Ian survivor who suffered damage to your property, you have additional time to apply for federal disaster assistance. You must be registered before January 12. Even if you were originally denied assistance, the Disaster Recovery Center may be able to offer you different options or programs that would apply to your situation. The Village strongly suggests that if you have been initially denied by FEMA that you come into the Disaster Recovery Center to review your file and explore options with the FEMA staff, in person. A Disaster Recover Center may be able to help [Read More.]
Free Christmas movie and visit with Santa in Estero Park, 4 – 7 p.m., December 17
Enjoy this Christmas classic, “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” rated PG. Bring blankets, chairs and snacks to enjoy while watching this family favorite film. Guests will be able to take photos with Santa during this event. The film begins at 5:45 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, contact the Estero Recreation Center at 239-533-1470.
Milan Villas, Miromar Design Center and Copperleaf on the agenda for the Planning, Zoning and Design Board meeting December 13, 2022
Milan Villas The Board will start their meeting at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, with a public hearing for Milan Villas located on Three Oaks Parkway and Williams Road. They will then conduct Public Information Meetings for the Miromar International [Read More.]
Council conducted workshops on Hurricane Ian and the MPO’s Rail Trail Feasibility Study on December 7, 2022
Public comment on non-agenda items: Tauheedah Mateen /SBA Public Affairs Specialist spoke assuring the community FEMA and the Small Business Administration are still here and continuing relief and recovery efforts in the area. They are working out of the Disaster Recovery Center located in the Village Hall. A resident of Bella Terra stated her concerns about traffic safety issues along East Corkscrew Road caused by residents and dump trucks driving too fast and causing accidents. Hurricane Ian update Village Manager Steve Sarkozy gave an update on the Village’s efforts to assist residents who have been adversely impacted by the hurricane. He [Read More.]
UPDATE: Estero Disaster Recovery Center temporarily closed, to reopen Dec. 8 at 8 a.m.
In observance of a public meeting in the Council Chambers, the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, December 7, and will reopen Thursday, December 8, 2022 – 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. FEMA opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in the Village Hall Council Chambers in November to provide assistance and recommendations to residents. DRCs are located in accessible facilities where you may visit to learn more about FEMA, other disaster assistance programs, and ask specific questions about your case. A DRC may be able to help you: Apply for assistance. You may also apply for [Read More.]
Estero Disaster Recovery Center to close temporarily Dec. 6 and reopen Dec. 7 at 4 p.m.
In observance of a public meeting in the Council Chambers, the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be temporarily closed on Tuesday December 6, at 3:30 p.m. and will re-open Wednesday, December 7, 2022 – 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. FEMA opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in the Village Hall Council Chambers in November to provide assistance and recommendations to residents. DRCs are located in accessible facilities where you may visit to learn more about FEMA, other disaster assistance programs, and ask specific questions about your case. A DRC may be able to help you: Apply for assistance. You may [Read More.]