Corkscrew Road Widening Update from Lee County
The following work activities are scheduled to occur, weather permitting: UPDATE: Due to weather and other unforeseen conditions, LARGE DELIVERY TRUCKS HEADED TO WILDCAT RUN MUST CONTINUE TO USE THE FPL EASEMENT TO ACCESS WILDCAT RUN again from Monday, April 18 through Wednesday, April 20. Passenger vehicles and small delivery trucks can use the entrance during this work. Residents and guests at Wildcat run should expect crews working in the community entrance to remove pavers, complete asphalt work, and install curb in the area. Signs are posted to direct trucks to use the detour. On Friday, April 15, [Read More.]
Estero on the River, Genova, and Estero Crossing among the presentations to the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on April 12, 2022
Lockwood House The meeting started with a short briefing on the Estero on the River property by Community Development Director Mary Gibbs and Public Works Director David Willems. This is the 67-acre property off of US 41 and Corkscrew Road. The portion of the property south of the river will be rezoned for park and open space public use. The Village plans to construct walking trails as the first phase. The property contains several older buildings and structures that had previously been identified as potential historical resources. The Village hired Archaeological Consultants, Inc., to conduct a Cultural Resource Assessment Survey [Read More.]
Council conducted a workshop pertaining to the Village-owned property at 8801 Corkscrew Road on April 13, 2022
Mayor Katy Errington, Councilmembers Larry Fiesel, Jim Ward, Joanne Ribble, Jim Boesch, Jim Wilson, and Village Attorney Burt Saunders visited the property and conducted a short workshop to walk the site and inspect the buildings. This five-acre property is just east of the Happehatchee Center and is part of the Estero on the River property. Council will review their recommendations for the property at an upcoming meeting. The next Council meeting is scheduled for 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 20.
Estero on the River, Spring Run and Miromar Outlets among topics for the Planning, Zoning and Design Board meeting April 12, 2022
The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with a brief presentation regarding the recent Cultural Resource Assessment Survey Update prepared for the Village by Archaeological Consultants, Inc. The survey was conducted on the Estero on the River land located south of the river between US 41 and west of the Happehatchee Center property. The Board will then conduct public hearings for the Spring Run at the Brooks clubhouse expansion and Miromar Outlets signage, a workshop for a zoning amendment for Genova and public information meetings for Estero Crossing’s commercial building #1 and a rezoning application from Milan [Read More.]
River Oaks and Gulf Coast Driving Range purchase approved by Council on April 6, 2022
Councilmember Joanne Ribble (left) was congratulated on her 2022 Home Rule Hero Award byMayor Katy Errington Council acknowledged District 1 Councilmember Joanne Ribble who recently received a 2022 Home Rule Hero Award from the Florida League of Cities. This is the second year in a row that Ribble has earned this prestigious award for her work and advocacy efforts during the legislative session. Council recognized the Finance Department for receiving the Certificate of Recognition for Budget Preparation from the Government Finance Officers Association. The Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, which is the highest award in governmental budgeting, is presented [Read More.]
River Oaks and Driving Range purchase on the agenda for Council April 6, 2022
At their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, Council will be asked to approve resolutions pertaining to the purchase of the 10-acre property commonly known as “River Oaks” at the east end of Broadway Avenue, as well as the purchase of the 10-acre Gess Family Partnership and Gulf Coast Driving Range LLC-owned property located on Williams Road south and west of the Estero Community Park and Estero High School. Council also will be asked to approve a short list of firms for Village Attorney services, among other topics. A workshop will follow addressing the Estero on the River Cultural Resource Assessment [Read More.]
District 1 Councilmember Ribble honored with Florida League of Cities 2022 Home Rule Award
The Florida League of Cities has recognized District 1 Councilmember Joanne Ribble with a 2022 Home Rule Hero Award. This is the second year in a row that Ribble has earned this prestigious award for her work and advocacy efforts during the legislative session. Councilmember Ribble worked tirelessly throughout this session to promote local voices making local choices, protect the Home Rule powers of Florida’s municipalities and advance the League’s legislative agenda. The League presents this award to a deserving group of municipal leaders for the dedication and impact of these local officials on behalf of their residents and businesses [Read More.]
Williams Road Intersection Design Public Meeting held on March 31, 2022
Approximately 50 residents attended the public meeting held Thursday evening at the Estero Recreation Center to relay information and gather residents’ input on the Village’s proposed design improvements to Williams Road at Atlantic Gulf Boulevard directly west of US 41. There were a number of enlarged concepts of the roadway for residents to review, with team members at each location to explain the proposed changes, to take comments and answer questions. There also was a Comment Table where residents could document their comments on the project. Residents may still make their comments known by sending them to Jesse Gill, PE [Read More.]
Donated not Wasted: Seasonal residents asked to donate unopened pantry food before heading north
Donations accepted April 4 through April 18 Lee County Solid Waste’s “Donated not Wasted” food rescue campaign encourages seasonal residents and visitors to donate unopened pantry items before returning north. Estero residents can drop off unopened canned or dry goods from Monday, April 5, to Friday, April 18, at the South County Regional Library, 21100 Three Oaks Parkway or Estero Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. Since the program’s inception, 15,193 pounds of food has been diverted from potential disposal and sent to the Harry Chapin Food Bank – enough food to provide 12,660 meals. The food bank continued to [Read More.]
Reminder: Public Meeting on Williams Road / Atlantic Gulf Boulevard Intersection Improvements
When: March 31, 2022 5:30-7:30 pm EST Where: Estero Park Recreation Center 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. Estero, Fl 33928 The Village of Estero is currently designing improvements to Williams Road at Atlantic Gulf Boulevard directly west of US 41. The goal of this project is to provide operational and safety improvements along Williams Road and US 41, and a full median closure at Atlantic Gulf Boulevard. Improvements also include bike lanes, sidewalks, high emphasis crosswalks, landscaping, and lighting. These improvements are anticipated to add capacity, reduce eastbound delays, and improve vehicle and pedestrian safety along the corridor. The public is [Read More.]