A Thank you to our VolunteersEngage Estero's Adopt-a-Highway program, expertly coordinated by volunteer leader Julie...
Engage Estero News Articles
An Inspiring Leadership Transition: A New Chapter for Engage Estero
An Inspiring Leadership Transition: A New Chapter for Engage EsteroEngage Estero is pleased to announce an exciting...
Greater Estero Community Report: Urbanization
Our bi-annual update to the comprehensive list of planned and new developments within the Greater Estero Area is now...
Estero West Broadway: A Tale of Resilience & Hope
Estero West BroadwayA Tale of Resilience and HopeHurricane IanHurricane Ian's center hit Florida at 150 mph near Cayo Costa, a barrier island west of Fort Myers, shortly after 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday, September 28, 2022. In greater Estero, the hurricane selectively...
November 2022 Meeting of the ECCL
Thursday, November 17 at 10:00 Estero Park & Recreation Center9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL 33928(239) 533-1470 MAPThe meeting opened with a status report on the major issues facing the Greater Estero area, followed by current Hurricane Ian community...
Estero Historical Preservation Appeal
Help Preserve Estero’s Most Important Historic Buildings.Sept. 12, 2022 Status Update: The Estero Historical Society requests that we convey their sincere thanks and appreciation to those who recently provided financial support for the restoration of historical...
Adopt a Park
Estero Park and Recreation Center Adopt a Park The ECCL established one of the most successful volunteer programs in Estero history. The ECCL Adopt a Highway Program is staffed by Estero residents. Volunteers from over 30...
ECCL Chief Operating Officer Mark Novitski Retires
Mark NovitskiMark Novitski joined the Estero Council of Community Affairs (ECCL) in 2014 and recently retired from our executive management team. We are pleased to announce he is starting a new phase in his life, providing more time for himself and his wife, Ramona....
In memoriam: Frank Mann
We are very saddened to hear of the passing of Lee County Commissioner Frank Mann. We send our sincere sympathy and condolences to his family, colleagues, and friends. Commissioner Frank Mann was a lifelong resident of Lee County. He served on the Lee County Board of...
June 2022 Meeting of the ECCL
June 10 at 10:00 Estero Park & Recreation Center9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL 33928(239) 533-1470 MAPPlease note: the videotaping begins after Jim Gilmartin, ECCL's President, welcomed the attendees, followed by the "Pledge of Allegiance." Jim introduced...
In Memory: Larry Newell
Lawrence H. Newell, 88, passed away on May 22, 2022, after a long illness at home under the care of Hope Hospice and his loving family, wife of 65 years, Sharon, daughter Kimberly, and son John. Larry was an early member of the ECCL and had a vision for Estero to...
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...