Safety Articles

Do you live in the Incorporated Village of Estero or Not?

Why it Matters    People, especially those living along East Corkscrew Road, are unsure whether they live within the incorporated Village of Estero, the incorporated City of Bonita Springs, or in an unincorporated area. The table below summarizes which...
Scooter Safety Tips

Scooter Safety Tips

It appears that the newest fad is the use of electric scooters. As Co-Chairman of the ECCL Safety Committee, I would like to share with you some basic tips for operating your scooter where ever you may ride. Below is a study conducted by The Electric Scooter Guide in...

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East Corkscrew Road Development and Growth

East Corkscrew Road Development and Growth

Greater Estero Community Report: Qtr 3 2021 East Corkscrew Road Development and Growth Most of you will be aware of the continued developments along East Corkscrew Road. The new developments outside the Estero Village boundary, include WildBlue, The Place, Verdana,...

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Corkscrew Road Wildlife Crossing Update

Corkscrew Road Wildlife Crossing Update

Work is planned to begin construction on a wildlife crossing across Corkscrew Road in October. It will be located approximately 1000 feet west of the entrance to Cypress Shadows Boulevard, which coincides with a regional flow-way that crosses under Corkscrew Road at...

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Insurance Discount Course for Senior Drivers

Insurance Discount Course for Senior Drivers

Section 627.0652, Florida Statutes, authorizes drivers who are 55 years of age or older to complete a Mature Driver (Senior Citizen) Discount course that is approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). Upon successful completion of...

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Bicycle Safety in the greater Estero area

Bicycle Safety in the greater Estero area

  Bicycle Safety in the greater Estero area  More and more adults and children are enjoying biking in the greater Estero area. The ECCL fully supports the initiatives of the Village in extending bike lanes and looking at new opportunities for those who enjoy...

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Safety Issues in Estero: GECR Quarter 2, 2021

Safety Issues in Estero: GECR Quarter 2, 2021

A short time ago, the ECCL released an important document that outlined the organization's strategic plans for the next five years. If you have not yet seen this document, you can access it by clicking here. A key focus within the plan will be Safety, one of the six...

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The ECCL names Mark Ruset as Safety Council Co-Chair

The ECCL names Mark Ruset as Safety Council Co-Chair

Mark Ruset will take on the responsibilities for Safety as co-chair with Lou Frattarelli who will continue as co-chair of Transportation. These combined responsibilities represent an important step in the coordination the ECCL’s initiatives to improve the safety of...

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