Estero 5/28/21 Village of Estero Coronavirus (COVID-19) Health Update
The FDA approved the Pfizer vaccine for use by those aged 12-15 (this vaccine was previously approved for use by those aged 16+). This is expected to be available via the existing channels, as well as new pharmacy locations. HEALTH DATA: https://fdoh.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/8d0de33f260d444c852a615dc7837c86 Global Confirmed Cases: 169,129,812 (3,514,484 deaths) S. Confirmed Cases: 33,228,958 (593,675 deaths) Florida Confirmed Cases: 2,320,818 (37,512 deaths, 94,930 hospitalizations, 76,576 tests yesterday, 3.06% positive rate yesterday) (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing totals) Lee County Confirmed Cases: 73,462 (1,004 deaths, 2,377 hospitalizations, 2,559 tests yesterday, 3.87% positive rate yesterday) (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing totals) [...]
Elks Lodge conducted a special Memorial Day ceremony on May 31, 2021
The ceremony started with Boy Scout Troop #30 retiring the old American flag that had flown in front of the Elks Lodge and putting up a new one. David Gerber played taps while Councilmembers and many local residents solemnly observed this traditional service. All joined in for the Pledge of Allegiance. This was followed by everyone entering the Lodge for a program and luncheon. Keynote speaker for this Memorial Day ceremony was Village of Estero Mayor Katy Errington who is also a Gold Star Mother. The next scheduled event at the Lodge is a celebration flag ceremony on Flag Day [...]
Via Coconut Point landscape design contract and FY 21/22 budget among topics on the agenda for Council on June 2, 2021
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, acknowledging District 1 Councilmember Joanne Ribble’s Florida League of Cities’ Home Rule Hero Award. They will then consider contracts for the Via Coconut Point landscape design and Community Development software consultant. There will be a first reading of Ordinance 2021-08 pertaining to appointing co-chairpersons to the Planning Zoning and Design Board, and Ordinance 2021-08 pertaining to prohibiting physical interaction between a pedestrian and an occupant of a motor vehicle that is not legally parked. Workshop items include FY 21/22 budget introduction, RFP for state legislative and executive branch lobbying services, and [...]
Former Estero Councilmember and first Mayor Nick Batos honored by Estero High School on May 27, 2021
Estero High School Principal Michael Amabile, former Principal Clayton Simmons, Culinary Program Chef Shanna Ross and Senior Class President Lillian Broduer were among those who came to honor former Councilmember and Estero’s first mayor Nick Batos with a paver in his name to be located at the front of the school. Nick was given this special recognition as he had served as the Village Council’s liaison to the Estero High School during his two terms on Council. Among the many projects Nick worked on in conjunction with the school, his major contribution was initiating the “Evening under the Shadow Wood” [...]
Council conducted first public hearing for a Comprehensive Plan amendment for a proposed school site on Three Oaks Parkway on May 26, 2021
First Reading of Ordinance 2021-07 Comprehensive Plan Amendment-School Site The School District of Lee County was requesting the Comprehensive Plan Amendment in order to develop an elementary and middle school, as well as related facilities, at this site on Three Oaks Parkway. The School District stated these two new schools are necessary due to the current and anticipated capacity issues in the South 2 Subzone area that includes South Fort Myers, San Carlos Park and Estero. They have stated this subzone is currently operating at 107 percent of capacity. This proposed school site would be built to initially serve 1600 [...]
Estero Life Magazine offers you a bird’s-eye tour of the recently renovated Estero Parkway
Estero Parkway was the Village’s first and largest capital improvement project since incorporation. The many improvements made to this roadway make it safer for motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians alike in addition to beautifying the area with enhanced landscaping and lighting. Thanks to Estero Life Magazine for this amazing view of the newly renovated parkway.
Estero 5/25/21 Village of Estero Coronavirus (COVID-19) Health Update
The FDA approved the Pfizer vaccine for use by those aged 12-15 (this vaccine was previously approved for use by those aged 16+). This is expected to be available via the existing channels, as well as new pharmacy locations. HEALTH DATA: https://fdoh.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/8d0de33f260d444c852a615dc7837c86 Global Confirmed Cases: 167,466,013 (3,476,879 deaths) S. Confirmed Cases: 33,158,834 (590,842 deaths) Florida Confirmed Cases: 2,313,815 (37,316 deaths, 94,401 hospitalizations, 50,633 tests yesterday, 3.75% positive rate yesterday) (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing totals) Lee County Confirmed Cases: 73,199 (1,005 deaths, 2,364 hospitalizations, 1,369 tests yesterday, 3.80% positive rate yesterday) (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing [...]
District 1 Councilmember Joanne Ribble honored with Florida League of Cities 2021 Home Rule Hero Award on May 21, 2021
Florida League of Cities Director of Advocacy Allison Payne, Dist. 1 Councilmember Joanne Ribble and Florida League of Cities Member Relations Shwanda Barnette The Florida League of Cities (FLC) recognized District 1 Councilmember Joanne Ribble with a 2021 Home Rule Hero Award. Ribble earned this prestigious award for her work and advocacy efforts during the 2021 Legislative Session. Ribble was among a select number of local officials honored for going above and beyond during the 2021 Legislative Session. FLC Director of Legislative Affairs Casey Cook stated, “They made an extraordinary effort, were actively engaged and highly effective in their [...]
Lee County Utilities ends free chlorine flush
Lee County Utilities on Monday, May 24, 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 3, is a routine measure common among water utilities that use chloramines as a primary disinfectant. Anyone who uses 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 it to tanks. [...]
Estero 5/19/21 Village of Estero Coronavirus (COVID-19) Health Update
Yesterday, the FDA approved the Pfizer vaccine for use by those aged 12-15 (this vaccine was previously approved for use by those aged 16+). This is expected to be available via the existing channels, as well as new pharmacy locations. HEALTH DATA: https://fdoh.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/8d0de33f260d444c852a615dc7837c86 Global Confirmed Cases: 164,431,521 (3,408,536 deaths) S. Confirmed Cases: 33,016,539 (587,640 deaths) Florida Confirmed Cases: 2,299,596 (36,999 deaths, 93,598 hospitalizations, 68,653 tests yesterday, 4.16% positive rate yesterday) (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing totals) Lee County Confirmed Cases: 72,561 (988 deaths, 2,341 hospitalizations, 2,133 tests yesterday, 5.91% positive rate yesterday) (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative [...]