Sep 20, 2021 | Developments, Growth, Safety, Transportation
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 Wild Blue, The Place, Verdana,...
Aug 31, 2021 | Transportation
Speed kills For those of a certain age, the phrase “speed kills” may have many connotations. But today, we’re talking about the (literal) impact of increased speed limits on pedestrian injuries and deaths. A 2011 study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, looking...
Aug 24, 2021 | Environment, Safety, Transportation
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...
Aug 23, 2021 | Transportation
The Florida Department of Transportation has released it’s Annual Report for 2020-2021. It details the initiatives undertaken by the department, which regulates roads, ports, and railways throughout the State. You can view the report...
Aug 2, 2021 | Safety, Transportation
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...
Jul 6, 2021 | Safety, Transportation
Cyclist safety is a huge issue in Estero, as multiple deaths have occurred in recent years. The Village is working on a master plan for pedestrians and cyclists, but until those plans are all completed, there are habits that drivers can develop to keep everyone safe....
