Via Coconut, Estero Sports Park and Home2 Suites among topics addressed by the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on December 10, 2024
The Board conducted four public information meetings and one workshop on Tuesday. No voting occurs during these meetings or a workshop. Public Information Meetings Estero Country Club pickleball renovation Estero Country Club The applicant is requesting a limited development order to renovate an existing tennis court into 4 pickleball courts and relocate the impacted tennis court at the Estero Country Club located on US 41 just north of Estero Parkway. There are currently 5 existing tennis courts and 2 pickleball courts. The 2 pickleball courts will remain, with 4 more being added. Only 1 tennis court will be converted and [Read More.]
Estero’s AAA S&P bond rating announced during the Council meeting on December 4, 2024
Front: Mayor Jon McLain, Stephanie EnglishBack: Councilmembers Larry Fiesel, Lori Fayhee, Rafael Lopez,Vice Mayor Joanne Ribble, Councilmembers Jim Ward & George Zalucki The meeting started with Mayor Jon McLain presenting a proclamation in honor of the late Leonard “Scotty” Wood III to his wife Stephanie English. Scotty had served a total of 9 years on the Planning, Zoning & Design Board and as chairman from 2020 to 2024. He also had been an active volunteer within the Estero community for many years. Public comment on non-agenda items: A resident recommended the speed limit on US41 be reduced. Action [Read More.]
Four public information meetings scheduled for the Planning, Zoning & Design Board on December 10, 2024
The Board will start their meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, with public information meetings for development orders for pickleball courts at Estero Country Club, Summercrest (formerly Estero Townhomes) on the corner of Corkscrew Road and Sandy Lane, and Via Coconut on the west side of Via Coconut Point The Board will also conduct a public information meeting for the Estero Sports Park located north of Williams Road and east of Via Coconut Point. There will then be a workshop to address Home 2 Suites located in Coconut Point Mall. The full agenda is available here. Meetings are held in the [Read More.]
Estero Sports Park master plan on the agenda for Council on December 4, 2024
Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4, with a proclamation for the late Leonard “Scotty” Wood, who had most recently served as chairman of the Planning, Zoning & Design Board. The Estero Sports Park project and design team will review the results of the two recent public information meetings and provide the project’s schedule. Other topics include a S & P Global Bond Rating and the Coconut Trace zoning ordinance. The full agenda is available here. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers, Village Hall, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, near the entrance to the Estero Park. [Read More.]
Flood mitigation project and 10th anniversary among topics addressed by Council on November 20, 2024
Florida Power & Light FPL representatives Charlotte Miller, FPL External Affairs Manager, and Josh Whitaker provided explanations for the power outages experienced in the community following Hurricane Milton. Causes included salt spray not disbursed due to lack of rain, and wind loosening electrical connections as well as falling vegetation. FPL representatives plan to come back for a workshop in January. Action Items Resolution 2024-22 – Budget amendment Finance Director Kevin Greenville explained the Village performs budget amendments throughout each fiscal year as new appropriations, transfers, or increased revenue occur. To ensure there are no excess expenditures, Village staff completed a [Read More.]
Village to conduct second public meeting on the Estero Sports Park & Village of Estero branding & placemaking on November 19, 2024
The Village of Estero will be holding the second of two Public Information Meetings to provide updates on the progress related to the Estero Sports Park and Village of Estero branding & placemaking. The second Public Information Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 19 from 5:00PM-7:00PM at the Estero Community Church located at 21115 Design Parc Ln, Estero, FL 33928. The formal presentation will start at 5:30 PM. Estero Sports Park Design: The Village of Estero secured a long-term lease on approximately 53 acres of Lee County School District property located west of Estero High School with the intent [Read More.]
Estero Sports Park and Via Coconut among topics addressed by Council on October 2, 2024
Estero Sports Park (leased property) Council approved a contract with Perez Planning + Design LLC for design services for the Estero Sports Park. The contract amount is $321,990, with a contingency of $34,000. Among the contractor’s responsibilities are preparing a master plan, holding 2 meetings for public input, guidelines for the site layout, and preparing a pattern book that summarizes the project’s design. The site is approximately 100 acres which will eventually be shared by the Village, Estero High School, County and residents. The property is located adjacent to the Estero High School and Estero’s Entertainment District on Williams Road. [Read More.]
Contracts for Sports Park and Estero on the River among topics for Council on October 2, 2024
Estero Sports Park (leased property) Council will start their meeting at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, reviewing a contract with Perez Planning + Design LLC to prepare schematic plan and design guidelines for the Estero Sports Park. They will then address two contracts with Manhattan Construction for Phase 1 improvements to the 63.7 acres of Estero on the River property located on the east side of US 41 north of Corkscrew Road. Council will consider an amendment to a contract with Wright Construction for the construction of the Corkscrew Road pathway, lighting and landscaping improvements, and a contract with Haggarty Consulting Inc. [Read More.]
Budget, Sports Park and Williams Road widening among topics addressed by Council at 5:05 p.m. September 11, 2024
Proclamation Front row: San Carlos Assistant Fire Chief Glen Van Brunt, Mayor Jon McLain, Lee County Sheriff’s Department Lt. Gunn and Lt. Tarsia. Back row: Councilmembers Lori Fayhee, Larry Fiesel, Vice-Mayor Joanne Ribble, Councilmembers Rafael Lopez, George Zalucki and Jim Ward. The meeting started with Mayor Jon McLain reading a proclamation recognizing Patriot Day. On September 11, 2001, our nation experienced a series of airline hijackings that led to the worst terrorist attacks seen in the US. The proclamation states that the Village Council wishes to recognize September 11 as an annually recognized national day of service and [Read More.]
Ribbon cutting ceremony for new state of the art turf field at Estero High School
Community leaders gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony, for the newly installed state of the art turf field at Jeff Sommer Stadium on August 23, 2024. Estero Mayor Jon McLain welcomed the crowd, Estero High Director of Athletics David LaRosa and Estero High Principal Jennifer Biddell honored the late Athletic Director and Coach Jeff Sommer for whom the stadium is named. Also taking part in the ribbon cutting were: Vice Mayor Joanne Ribble, Councilmembers Lori Fayhee, Larry Fiesel, Rafael Lopez, Jim Ward, George Zalucki and Village Manager Steve Sarkozy. Estero High School officials included: Planning/Growth and Capacity Dr. Molloy, Estero [Read More.]