Pictured are Bill Carr, John and Bertha Quin, Alan Bradis, David Rue, and William Reese. Missing are: Steve Lentz, Tom (TJ) Parisi, Lou and Louise Frattarelli, and George Zalucki The Estero Forever Foundation (EFF) operated and managed the Village-owned Golf Coast Droving Range at 9000 Williams Road since July 2022 under an agreement with the Village.  The EFF staff and volunteers served the Estero community for over 21 months, with volunteers providing 4,655 hours of service. The EFF worked together to provide a clean, safe, and friendly place for Estero golfers, a fifteen-mile radius ..read more

Shown left to right: Councilmember Larry Fiesel, Vice-Mayor Joanne Ribble, Councilmembers Jim Ward and George Zalucki The meeting started with Vice-Mayor Joanne Ribble reading a proclamation in honor of Arbor Day, which is April 26.  The proclamation states that the Village recognizes Arbor Day in the Village and urges all citizens to recognize Arbor Day, and to support efforts to protect our trees. Action Items Broadway Avenue East Utility Expansion Project Council approved a contract for $81,000, plus 10% contingency, with Florida Acquisition & Appraisal, Inc. (FLAA) to assist th ..read more

The following information is provided by Cougar Contracting, Inc.:  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. On Monday, April 15, during daytime hours, motorists should expect the right turn lane from Grande Oak Shoppes to Ben Hill Griffin Parkway closed.  Drivers will still be able ..read more

  Residents will be able to dispose of household chemical waste safely and responsibly from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17.  Items will not be accepted either before or after that time period. Chemical waste categories include items that are ignitable, corrosive, explosive and/or reactive and toxic, such as leftover paints, cleaners, herbicides, pesticides, automotive fluids and pool chemicals.  Never dispose of these items in dumpsters, compactors or at curbside with household garbage or down a storm drain or in the soil.  See Lee County Solid Waste link for house ..read more

Planning, Zoning & Design members help celebrate Chairman Scotty Wood’s 9 years of service to the community. Left to right, front row: Vice Chairman Anthony Gargano, Chairman Leonard “Scotty” Wood III. Back row, left to right: Jim Wallace, Barry Jones, Kristin Jeannin, James Tatooles and Michael Sheeley. The Planning, Zoning & Design Board honored Chairman Leonard “Scotty’ Wood III with a cake, balloon and words of appreciation at their April 9, 2024 meeting. Scotty has volunteered hundreds of hours over the past 9 years to serve as Chairman of this Board.  During that time, he ..read more

The Board conducted six public information meetings on April 9.  No voting occurs during public information meetings. Estero Family Health Center Estero Family Health Center First on the agenda was the Estero Family Health Center located east on US 41 in front of The Vines entrance.  They are seeking approval of an 4,153 square foot addition to the north side of their existing building, along with parking improvements. This change will add six optometry exam rooms and a waiting room.  All windows and architecture will match the existing building.  They are also adding a co ..read more

Join the Lee County Sheriff’s Office for an amazing “Lunch & Learn” with Estero Fire Rescue on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 11:30 am until 1:00 pm. The event will be held at the LCSO Community Outreach Center at Miromar Outlets (10801 Corkscrew Road, Suite 190). Topics of discussion include fall prevention for seniors, home fire safety and much more. A free lunch will be provided courtesy of “Tacos and Tequila Cantina” of University Village! Registration is required! Seating is limited! To register, please email Gary Levine at glevine@sheriffleefl.org The post appeared first on Vill ..read more

Lee County and its municipal partners – Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Town of Fort Myers Beach and Village of Estero – would like to offer residents an update on their response to the FEMA verbal notification late last week that it would retrograde Community Rating System (CRS) to remove discounts on National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) premiums: · The county anticipates receiving a written communication from FEMA soon. · The county plans to work with FEMA to address any alleged deficiencies that could help the county and municipalities retain current CRS ratings. · The county’s goal is to w ..read more

The following information is provided by Cougar Contracting, Inc.:  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. The sidewalk on the south side of the road from Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to Stoneybrook Golf Drive has be ..read more

Renowned local historian Jacob Winge will take attendees on a journey through the lesser-known chapters of Florida’s history, exploring the “Colonial & Early American Florida Shipwrecks.” Don’t miss this unique opportunity to uncover the secrets of Florida’s history and gain insights into the lives of those who sought alternative paths in the Sunshine State. Join others at the Estero Historical Society’s meeting at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, April 13, with Continental Breakfast at Country Creek Clubhouse, 21180 Country Creek Drive.  Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for non-members here ..read more