Engage Estero Safety Council is made of volunteers serving as a voice for the citizens of greater Estero on safety and transportation priorities and issues. We advocate for related solutions to Village, County, and State Government organizations.
Road Safety in Greater Estero By Contributing Author, Mark Novitski, and Engage Estero Consultant. Everyone has their definition of what determines road safety or, conversely, what makes our roads unsafe. In writing extensively about Corkscrew Road, I have...
Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comprtroller Kevin Karnes is now offering an alert notification system for Lee County property owners to reduce fraud. When you sign-up, if a deed, mortgage, or other non-Court official record is recorded in your name, you will be...
Engage Estero Environment Council is a volunteer group focusing on improving water and air quality and mitigating and eliminating the effects of climate warming in greater Estero.
During the weekend of April 6th, Engage Estero’s team of volunteers, organized by Julie Yellig, collected 360 pounds of bagged litter. A total of 2.2 tons of litter has been collected since the end of April 2023 (the end of last season), and an astonishing 10 tons...
by Mark Novitski, Consultant to Engage Estero. Mia McCormick, Advocate, Environment Florida, identifies why we need wildlife crossings: “Each year, animals at risk of extinction die when cars and creatures collide on Florida roadways. It is the number one cause of...
Engage Estero Community Health Council comprises health* and safety-minded volunteers who think about community health comprehensively with a common desire to improve the overall health of the citizens of greater Estero.
The facts Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming more than 300,000 lives annually. Approximately 95 percent of SCA victims die before they reach a hospital or receive medical attention. How Can We Help Reduce This...
(Written by Lee Health for Engage Estero’s Health Council) Much has been mentioned on news programs and other media about Wellness. However, it is seldom explained or fully understood. During a meeting of Engage Estero’s Health Council earlier this year when this...
Engage Estero mobilizes volunteers in our schools, sponsors scholarships, and promotes the involvement of the community through announcements and public forums.
By Mike Wasson, Director, Engage Estero The Village of Estero Council issued a Proclamation its Meeting on Wednesday, March 6th honoring 39 Estero High School Students who were presented the Cambridge Outstanding Learners Awards. In his remarks, Jon McLain, Village of...
The Future Plans for our Schools and Students' Education in Greater EsteroBrought to you by the Engage Estero Education Councilby Mark Novitski, Consultant to Engage EsteroPrincipal Leslie Gunderson in her office at Pinewoods Elementary School behind a table full of...
Engage Estero believes the best way to get a community involved is to make sure they are aware of the issues impacting their future, and know how to impact those decisions before they are made. We conduct and publish original research and articles aimed at getting residents Engaged.
You have no doubt noticed construction is booming again. To keep you abreast of the latest developments, the ECCL is including a series of EDR articles on these new developments. Last month’s EDR included an article on construction of senior living facilities and rental apartments currently under construction. This article focuses on five new residential communities already underway that are expected to add over $100 million to Estero’s tax base. Next month’s article will describe projects in various stages of planning not yet under construction.
Estero Place will be a 102 single family residential gated community located on the southwest corner of Corkscrew and Three Oaks. Being built by Neal Communities, the development includes over 17 acres of preserves and a nature boardwalk. The grand opening was held about a year ago, construction is well underway with about half of the construction permits already issued.
Pebble Pointe at the Brooks will consist of 90 single family residential units in a gated community at the eastern end of Coconut Point Rd. Once nicknamed the “Martini Glass” because of its unique Y shaped development site, is bounded on its east by I 75. The Taylor Morrison development includes a lake, a dog park and a gazebo. Started earlier this year, about one fourth of the permits have already been issued with model homes available.
Oaks of Estero, also being built by Neal Communities, is planned for 23 three or four bedroom single family homes within a gated community. It is located off Block Lane west of River Ranch Rd. The developer announced plans for a sidewalk to the Estero Community Park. Model homes are nearing completion with the grand opening expected this November.
Tidewater is a Dell Webb development. The first phase, constructed by Pulte Homes, will be an upscale, 55+ single family gated community. The clearing of the land is well underway on this 377-lot, 130-acre community on the southwest corner of Ben Hill Griffin and Estero Parkway. The development will include a 2-5 bedroom homes with a club house, heated pools, and bocce and pickleball courts. Construction has begun on a sales office and model homes. Grand opening is expected late this year.
Corkscrew Shores, being built by Pulte Homes, will include 648 single family homes on Corkscrew Rd. about 3 miles east of I 75, just outside Estero’s Village limits. It features one and two story homes with a club house, a pool, tennis and pickleball courts, as well as a 240-acre lake with walking trails. Construction is well underway with homes available for sale. The grand opening of the amenity facility is planned for November 5.
