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Homes on East Corkscrew Road
The data below provides the information on the number of homes in the various communities on East Corkscrew Road (East of Ben Hill Griffin). There has been a significant increase in the number of homes on East Corkscrew (+66% since 2012). When all the homes are...
Results of the Estero High School Students’ Designs for the Estero Veterans Pocket Park
Over the past few weeks, the ECCL has taken the initiative on proposing a small "Veterans Community Pocket Park" in Estero. Several local organizations, including members of the Estero "Village" Council, expressed their interest and support for this initiative. The...
ECCL Appoints Dr. Gary Bonvillian Community & Economic Development Council Chairperson
December 7, 2020. The Estero Council of Community Leaders (ECCL) is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Gary Bonvillian as Chairperson of its Community& Economic Development Council. The Community & Economic Development Council, comprised of devoted...
420 Pounds of Trash Collected in November by Adopt a Highway Volunteers!
Many Congratulations!! 420 lbs. of Rubbish Collected on Hwy 41 in Estero on November 21st by Our Local Volunteers! Following the successful work in October of those who helped the "Adopt a Highway" initiative headed by Julie Yellig and her team of volunteers and...
Help Choose the Design of an Estero Veterans Pocket Park
[The deadline for rating has closed.]Please Help Us to Choose the Design of an Estero Veterans Pocket Park Submitted by the Students of Estero High School As a result of an ECCL initiative, we expect Estero will have a "Veterans Pocket Park" shortly. Estero High...
The Estero River Development Update
Brought to you by the ECCL During the recent October 9 "virtual" ECCL's Monthly Meeting, Steve Sarkozy, Estero Village Manager, spoke about the Village's purchase of 67.5 acres at the northeast corner of Corkscrew and US 41. Mr. Sarkozy summarized the steps that are...
Bonita Springs Council Approves London Bay Homes Bayview Development Plans
After three years of negotiation with Bonita’s Zoning and Planning Office and the Bonita Springs Council, London Bay Homes was given the “green light” at Wednesday’s (October 21st) council meeting to proceed with their Bayview development at the western end of Coconut...
Register Now to Vote in the General Election or Change your Party
How to Register to Vote or Change your Party How do I register or verify my registration status? The State has a one-stop site for registering and for checking or changing your current status. Vote by Mail You can request a Vote by Mail ballot online. Requests remain...
What to do when a hurricane threatens
Hurricanes are violent and dangerous to your family and your home. When a hurricane threatens to bear down, make sure that you know how to batten down your hatches and protect yourself, your loved ones, and your property. When it's hurricane season Hurricane season...
Unraveling the Mystery of Development Impact Fees
Few people, outside of the local, county, and state government agencies, understand "Development Impact" fees. The ECCL monitors impact fees, and their use in Estero and surrounding communities. The following information will help you understand what they are, how...
A “slap in the face” for residents of South Lee and Collier County
The content of a number of recent communications from London Bay Homes regarding the development proposals being planned for the former Weeks Fishing Camp at the western end of Coconut Road appears to be a “slap in the face” for residents of South Lee and Collier...
Signs in Estero
Basic Guidance for the Legal Use of Signs in Estero from the Estero Council of Community Leaders (ECCL) August 2014 This document is designed to provide citizen education and awareness. It summarizes often-complex provisions and thus is not intended as, and cannot be...
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