Estero 11/23/20 Village of Estero Coronavirus (COVID-19) Health Update
Health Data: https://fdoh.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/8d0de33f260d444c852a615dc7837c8 Global Confirmed Cases: 59,049,641 (1,394,366 deaths) S. Confirmed Cases: 12,379,135 (257,514 deaths) Florida Confirmed Cases: 944,745 (18,307 deaths, 53,499 hospitalizations, 86,955 tests yesterday, 6.99% positive rate yesterday) (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing totals) Lee County Confirmed Cases: 28,279 (563 deaths, 1,754 hospitalizations, 2,648 tests yesterday, 5.89% positive rate yesterday) (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing totals) Estero Confirmed Cases: 883 (The death and hospitalization numbers are not provided by the Florida State Department of Health)
REMINDER: Village of Estero providing community with free COVID-19 testing at Hertz Arena November 23 – 25, 2020
The Village has contracted with Lab 24 to perform three days of testing for COVID from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., today, Tuesday and Wednesday, November 23 – 25, at Hertz Arena. The test is the more accurate molecular test, which has a 1-3 day turnaround time. These tests are being conducted in the parking lot of the arena on a first come first served basis and are free to the public. The Village encourages our community members and visiting family and friends to get tested, in advance of the Thanksgiving holiday to make sure everyone is safe. You will [...]
Recycle tips for the 2020 holiday season
Recycle tips for the 2020 holiday season Lee County Solid Waste has tips for residents for the holiday season so you can recycle, know what can be repurposed, and also know what needs to go in the trash bin. Lee County’s waste stream generally increases about 20% during the holidays, but taking even a few small steps can help reduce waste generated in your home. Gobble up your turkey and dispose of the oil: Deep-fried turkey is a holiday tradition for many Florida families. Residents can safely and responsibly dispose of any leftover cooking oil at no charge. Put the [...]
Key to the Village of Estero presented to the Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany on November 20, 2020
Mayor Bill Ribble presented Consul General Andreas Siegel with the key to the Village during his visit to Estero on Friday. Shown left to right: President of the Estero Chamber of Commerce Nolen Rollins, Consul General Andreas Siegel, Village of Estero Mayor Bill Ribble and Engel & Volkers Real Estate License Partner Jim Hollars.. Siegel visited Estero to review potential ways of working with the Village to provide economic benefits for both entities. Siegel is currently posted in Miami and represents Germany in the state of Florida, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. He pointed out that Germany is the [...]
Estero Crossing and Land Development Code reviewed by the Design Review Board on November 18, 2020
The Board conducted a workshop for the Estero Crossing Commercial Phase 1. The applicant was requesting review of their updated commercial building elevations and landscape plans. They have made a number of changes to the elevations of the buildings, raising them with towers, as well as adding elements projecting forward from the ground. The side elevations include a covered outdoor dining area. The color palettes used on these buildings will be represented in the rest of the development. The pocket parks include improvements of two sidewalks on each side which will be shaded, bike parking and benches. Landscaping includes royal [...]
Village of Estero providing community with free COVID-19 testing and protective face covering
The Village has contracted with Lab 24 to perform three days of testing for COVID from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, November 23 – 25, at Hertz Arena. The test will be the more accurate molecular test, which has a 1-3 day turnaround time. These tests will be conducted in the parking lot of the arena on a first come first served basis and are free to the public. Driver's license is required. The Village encourages our community members and any visiting family and friends to get tested, in advance of the Thanksgiving holiday. In addition, [...]
Estero 11/18/20 Village of Estero Coronavirus (COVID-19) Health Update
Health Data: https://fdoh.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/8d0de33f260d444c852a615dc7837c8 Global Confirmed Cases: 56,178,674 (1,343,790 deaths) S. Confirmed Cases: 11,525,149 (249,187 deaths) Florida Confirmed Cases: 905,248 (17,949 deaths, 52,637 hospitalizations, 95,706 tests yesterday, 8.13% positive rate yesterday (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing totals) Lee County Confirmed Cases: 26,989 (549 deaths, 1,717 hospitalizations, 2,985 tests yesterday, 9.28% positive rate yesterday (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing totals) Estero Confirmed Cases: 814 (The death and hospitalization numbers are not provided by the Florida State Department of Health)
Coconut Landing, water quality, Firestone Tire Center and Land Development Code addressed by Council on November 18, 2020
Council started their meeting by conducting a public hearing for Ordinance 2020-07, an amendment to the comprehensive plan to add Coconut Landing to the future land use map. This is a 10-acre parcel, voluntarily annexed to the Village in January 2020. It is located one mile west of US 41 on the north side of Coconut Road, east of El Dorado Acres. Council voted to transmit Ordinance 2020-07 to the State for review. Following State review, it will come back to Council for an adoption hearing. (Ordinance) There was a first reading of Ordinance No. 2020-08 providing for the prohibition [...]
Planning & Zoning Board conducted a workshop addressing the Land Development Code Part 2 on November 17, 2020
Village consultants Clarion Associates and Johnson Engineering conducted a workshop on the proposed Land Development Code (LDC) Part 2. LDC, which is required by the state, provides guidelines for all development and re-development in the Village. It addresses architecture, open space and parking, landscaping, sidewalks, bike/ped improvements, traffic and stormwater and the types of permits required for these projects. Part 2 of the LDC focuses on the site development standards, natural resources, public facility funding and coordination, and nonconformities. Residents may view the archived meeting by going to the Village website http://estero-fl.gov/council/watch-meetings-online/ The next Planning & Zoning Board meeting will [...]
Estero 11/16/20 Village of Estero Coronavirus (COVID-19) Health Update
Health Data: https://fdoh.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/8d0de33f260d444c852a615dc7837c8 Global Confirmed Cases: 54,750,781 (1,322,134 deaths) S. Confirmed Cases: 11,147,299 (246,953 deaths) Florida Confirmed Cases: 889,864 (17,775 deaths, 52,019 hospitalizations, 57,222 tests yesterday, 7.92% positive rate yesterday (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing totals) Lee County Confirmed Cases: 26,438 (542 deaths, 1,671 hospitalizations, 2,108 tests yesterday, 9.49% positive rate yesterday (the State dashboard no longer provides cumulative testing totals) Estero Confirmed Cases: 787 (The death and hospitalization numbers are not provided by the Florida State Department of Health)