You’re invited to the ribbon cutting ceremony for Estero’s “new” Jeff Sommer Stadium August 23, 2024
Residents are invited to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new, professional-level turf field at Jeff Sommer Stadium at 5 p.m. Friday, August 23. The celebration will feature music, food trucks and remarks from Village and school officials. Then at 7:30 p.m., watch the Estero Wildcats compete against the Riverdale Raiders in their first game of the season. Over the summer, the Village of Estero had Hellas Construction, Inc., install artificial turf at the football field. This project features products used by professional football leagues including a Cushdrain shock pad to reduce hardness of the playing surface, Matrix Helix [Read More.]
Rain washes fertilizer into our waterways, feeding algae blooms.
Don't let the rain wash your fertilizer down the drain! Check the forecast and avoid fertilizing when rain is coming. Not only is it a waste of money, it overloads our waterways with nutrients that fuel algal blooms. Fertilizing in March or April, and then again in the Fall is the best way to make the most of your efforts. For more ways you can keep our waters free of pollutants, check out our flyer on how your landscape maintenance can protect our waters.
Dedicated Estero community volunteer Leonard “Scotty” Wood III has passed
Leonard “Scotty” Wood III, resident of the West Bay Club, passed away on August 12, 2024. Scotty had a long record of contributing his time and expertise to the Estero community. In April of this year, he was recognized for volunteering hundreds of hours serving as Chairman of the Village of Estero’s Planning, Zoning & Design Board over the past 9 years. This Board helps achieve the Village’s vision, with its focus on architectural and landscape excellence. Scotty previously served on the Estero Council of Community Leaders Hospital Committee, helping to bring Lee Health to the Village. He also served [Read More.]
Compliance letter sent to National Flood Insurance Program policy holders
IMPORTANT UPDATE The Village is aware that National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policy holders have now received a letter from FEMA regarding their flood insurance policies. Village staff wants residents to know they are diligently working to respond to FEMA in order to avoid probation and maintain the Community Rating System (CRS) which provides residents up to a 20% discount on their flood insurance. Any change to the 20% discount will not happen during the hurricane season and will not be effective until at least April 1, 2025. Staff has been meeting weekly with FEMA and fully intends to provide [Read More.]
As we are now in peak hurricane season, here are several key items to keep in mind
Inventory your household belongings. Take pictures and store them on a flash drive or in the cloud. Check your homeowner’s insurance to make sure you have flood coverage. Place your most valuable papers aside in a waterproof container to be kept on the highest level of your home. Stock up on essentials. Review the Village’s Flooding – Hurricane Preparedness Evacuation Know your evacuation zone. Sign up for AlertLee emergency notifications. These are a number of things you may do to prepare as this peak season starts and, hopefully, you will not have a need to use them. Peak season runs [Read More.]
Corkscrew Road Widening Phase 1 & 2 update on August 9, 2024
The following information is provided by Cougar Contracting, Inc.: Corkscrew Road Widening Project – Phase I Construction Project: Corkscrew Road is now in its final configuration from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Bella Terra Boulevard. Motorists should expect isolated flagging operations with periodic lane closures as the contractor works through the final project punch list. Motorists should also expect construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. Crews continue installing signage, sod, and fencing throughout the project. WORK PERFORMED BY OTHERS: GL Homes is actively working in the RiverCreek Community site across from Wild Blue Boulevard. Motorists should expect delays and use [Read More.]
FEMA to contact National Flood Insurance Program policy holders
The Village has learned that National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policy holders will be receiving a letter in mid-August from FEMA related to your flood insurance policy. The letter is expected to address removing Estero residents from the Community Rating System (CRS) which provides residents up to a 20% discount on their flood insurance, among other actions. This would not happen during the 2024 hurricane season as FEMA plans to maintain Estero’s CRS rating until at least April 1, 2025. FEMA has acknowledged that the hard work done by the Village has resulted in some improvements to meet minimum floodplain [Read More.]
Tropical Storm Debby update from Village of Estero
The Village of Estero did not experience any effects from Tropical Storm Debby other than some minor road flooding on a few private roads. Village staff from Public Works and Code Enforcement were out before and after the storm assessing the entire Village for flooding and impacts. The Village proactively provides maintenance of the main flowways 4 times a year, to ensure that the stormwater systems function efficiently and drainage continues to flow. It is very important for residents that have experienced water intrusion in their homes from the rainfall, to understand that permits are required for repairs in the [Read More.]
Prepare for inclement weather
The Lee County Emergency Management, along with the Village of Estero, is monitoring the tropics and is in communication with state and federal partners at the Florida Division of Emergency Management, the National Weather Service, and the National Hurricane Center. The activity in the tropics is a good reminder for residents to be prepared for the height of hurricane season, which is upon us. Stay informed: Monitor local media outlets, the National Weather Service -Tampa, and the National Hurricane Center. Sign up for AlertLee, which is an emergency notification system that allows registered users to receive telephone, text, and/or email alerts [Read More.]
Drunk Drivers Kill
Never get in a car with a drunk driver. Reaction time, visual accuracy, and coordination are all affected by alcohol. https://estero-fl.gov/teen-driving/