The People of Ukraine are in our Prayers
“We are resolute that a democratic, prosperous, and secure Ukraine is in the interest not only of the people of Ukraine but also of the United States and the international community.”
Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State
The United States reaffirms its unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders, extending to its territorial waters. The U.S.- Ukraine relationship is a cornerstone for security, democracy, and human rights in Ukraine and the broader region.
As a non-political, non-partisan, volunteer advocacy organization, the ECCL joins many countries and groups in expressing its condemnation of the unprovoked attack on the sovereign nation of Ukraine.
The impact on the lives of innocent men, women, and children is shocking and unforgivable. Please pray for those in need and support those suffering in Ukraine in any way you can.
Water Pollution
Water is essential to life, and in Florida, it is also an economic engine that fuels $94 billion in annual tourism spending and $12 billion in local and state sales, hotel, and excise taxes, according to Rockport Analytics LLC. When our waterways suffer, our economy suffers, too.
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ECCL Chief Business Administrator
The ECCL would like to introduce Terry Flanagan as Chief Business Administrator for the ECCL. This role provides strategic focus and operational efficiency to ensure the ECCL makes the most of a limited and valuable resources: their time and talent. This senior...
2022 Essay Scholarship Winners
2022 Estero Essay Contest Three $1,000 Scholarships for Estero High School Seniors. Sponsored by: Mike Wasson and Terry Flanagan, ECCL, presented the $1,000.00 Governance History Scholarship to Clayton Chauncey.Gail Langner, President, Estero Historical Society,...
May 2022 Meeting of the ECCL
May 13 at 10:00 Estero Park & Recreation Center9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL 33928(239) 533-1470 MAPSummary of May 2022Monthly Meeting Jim Gilmartin, ECCL's President, welcomed the attendees, followed by the "Pledge of Allegiance." Jim introduced...
Act Now: Protected Species at Risk
An environmentally sensitive site of 1,800+ acres in eastern Lee County, which is home to the endangered Florida panther and surrounded by preserves, is at risk of becoming a 781-acre mine pit, permanently removing habitats for state and federally protected species...
Great Results from the Second Adopt-a-Highway Season
The second ECCL "Adopt a Highway" season has officially and successfully concluded. The ECCL and Julie Yellig, who organized the program in 2020, would like to thank all those volunteers who have participated in helping clean Hwy 41 in Estero. Volunteers from over 30...
Health and Safety Issues: GECR Quarter 2, 2022
Important Health and Safety Issues in the Greater Estero Area The ECCL is pleased to provide the second quarter’s Greater Estero Community Report (GECR) for 2022. Each of the articles contained in the report focus on aspects of importance in our area. We discuss:...
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