Your input is requested for mitigation planning
Local government has the responsibility to protect the life, health and welfare of its community members and residents. In order to achieve this, it must be proactive in identifying the threats and risks the community is susceptible to and developing strategies to mitigate the impacts of those threats and hazards. Mitigation is defined is the effort to reduce or eliminate loss of property by lessening the impacts of disasters. In order for mitigation to be successful, action must be taken before the next disaster in order to reduce the human and financial loss. Studies show that $1 spent on mitigation [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase I Construction Project Update
The project widens Corkscrew Road to six lanes from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Fire House Lane, and to four lanes from Fire House Lane to Bella Terra Boulevard. The project includes adding on-road bike lanes, some sidewalk, and new drainage. Work begins this fall to construct a wildlife crossing approximately 1000 feet west of the entrance to Cypress Shadows Boulevard, which coincides with a regional flow-way that crosses Corkscrew Road at that location. Once the project is completed, the Village of Estero will be installing shared use paths, lighting, and landscaping. Drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists are urged to use [Read More.]
Truist Bank, Christ Community Ministries and AAAA PreK-8 school on the agenda for the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on October 12, 2021
AAAA PreK-8 school The Board will conduct three public hearings starting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday. The first is a request for approval of the Truist Bank monument and directional signs (formerly BBT Bank) located at 20280 Grand Oaks Shoppes Blvd. on the east side of Ben Hill Griffin Parkway. Christ Community Ministries is requesting a development order to expand the existing church by 2,972 square feet as well as expand the parking on their property located at 20810 Highlands Avenue. The School Board of Lee County is requesting a development order for the construction of an elementary and middle school [Read More.]
Lee County Tax Collector services now by appointment only
The Lee County Tax Collector is now serving Lee County residents by appointment only. This means all customers must make an appointment prior to visiting a service center. They encourage customers to take advantage of the many convenient services available without an appointment. These services include: Driver License Renewals- If you are Real ID compliant, you can renew your driver license online. Check your license for the gold star in the upper right corner. Registration Renewals- There are four convenient ways to renew your motor vehicle, vessel, or mobile home registration. Local Business Tax- Renew your local business tax receipt online. Property Tax- Property Tax payments can [Read More.]
Corkscrew Crossing, West Bay Club, Genova and Wawa among applications reviewed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on September 28, 2021
Public Hearings Corkscrew Crossing The Board started their meeting with a public hearing for Corkscrew Crossing. The applicant was requesting approval of a development order for phase one of their project which consists of 141 lots at the north end of their site, along with their entry feature and gatehouse. There are three phases to this residential community, with a total of 554 single family homes, gatehouse and a common recreation area. The homes will range from 2200 sq. ft. to 3000 sq. ft., with some being two-story homes. Amenities will include a swimming pool, tennis courts and pickleball courts. [Read More.]
Lee County wants to know how COVID-19 impacted your household or workplace
Lee County received $149 million under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to respond to adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Lee Board of County Commissioners will use ARPA funds to meet the community’s needs within the eligible expense categories. Complete this survey to share your pandemic impacts and feedback for ARPA recovery and resilience planning. Visit leegov.com/ARPA for more information.
Millage rate reduction, Village monument signs and Via Coconut rezoning among topics addressed by Council on September 22, 2021
Public Comment: Three Estero Council of Community Leaders’ (ECCL) board member/officers spoke about the newly released “Forging a Better Path” book written by Allan Bowditch which is a summary of the ECCL’s accomplishments as well as what their role is in the future, serving as a conduit between residents and government. You may go to their website to learn more about the ECCL. The meeting started with a short presentation by Steffanie Pierce, General Director, Gulfshore Opera. She described the regional opera company which serves Collier, Lee and Charlotte Counties. They have moved their headquarters into the Village of [Read More.]
Corkscrew Crossing, West Bay Club and Genova among applications to be reviewed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on September 28, 2021
Public Hearings Corkscrew Crossing The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with a public hearing for Corkscrew Crossing. The applicant is requesting approval of a development order for phase one of their project which consists of 141 lots at the north end of their site, along with their entry feature and gatehouse. There are three phases to this residential community, with a total of 554 single family homes and a common recreation area. This property is located at 12840 Corkscrew Road between Wildcat Run and The Preserve at Corkscrew. West Bay Club The Board will conduct a [Read More.]
Village monument signs, water monitoring, Via Coconut rezoning and final budget hearing among topics to be addressed by Council on September 22, 2021
Council will start their meeting at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, with an introduction to Steffanie Pierce and Gulf Shore Opera. They will then consider a one-year contract for professional state legislative and executive branch lobbying services, disposal of surplus computers, and a utility expansion design and permitting contract for Estero Bay Village, Sunny Groves and Cypress Bend. A contract for the construction plan and permitting for two Village of Estero monument signs will be addressed. The first two signs will be placed at Estero’s southern boundaries, with one at US 41 and the other at Three Oaks Parkway. Council will then [Read More.]
Septic tanks need regular maintenance
Septic Tanks need regular maintenance to be efficient, clean and safe for everyone. Be sure to have your system and drain field checked, especially if you have an older installation. Poorly functioning systems drain excess nutrients into our waterways, which feeds the algal blooms we all dread. For more ways to ensure your septic system is safe and efficient, see our flyer.