Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday
2025-09-08 - 2025-12-31
Consumers can purchase qualifying hunting, fishing, and camping supplies exempt from tax during the 2025 Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday.

Food for Thought featuring Andy Petry of Arthrex
2025-09-10 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Embassy Suites Estero
Join Us for the September Food for Thought Luncheon!
The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Andy Petry, Senior Group Product Manager at Arthrex, as our featured speaker for the September Food for Thought Luncheon.

Andy will provide an inside look at Arthrex’s exciting new Cardiothoracic Surgery division, which focuses on groundbreaking innovations in procedures involving the heart, lungs, and chest organs. Headquartered in Naples, Arthrex is recognized globally as a leader in minimally invasive surgical technology, research, manufacturing, and medical education.

Wednesday, September 10
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Embassy Suites Estero
10450 Corkscrew Commons Dr, Estero, FL 33928

Enjoy a buffet lunch prepared by the talented Embassy Suites culinary team, and take advantage of this great opportunity to connect with local business and community leaders in a relaxed, engaging atmosphere.

Tickets:
$30 for Chamber members
$40 for non-members
Get your tickets here:
https://business.esterochamber.org/events/details/food-for-thought-luncheon-athrex-andy-petry-1265

Food for Thought
2025-09-10 11:30 - 17:00 | Embassy Suites Estero, 10450 Corkscrew Commons Dr, Estero
September’s luncheon features Andy Petry, Senior Group Product Manager at Arthrex, who will introduce their new Cardiothoracic Surgery division. Members and Non-members are welcome.

How to Apply for a Passport
2025-09-10 14:00 - 17:00 | Online
This informational webinar will cover:

• Passport requirements for adults & minors
• Steps in the application process
• Steps in the renewal process
• Related fees & processing times
• Available contacts & resources

Village of Estero Council Budget and Special Meeting
2025-09-10 17:00 | Village of Estero, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Key Agenda Items & Actions
Budget & Finance

Resolution 2025-14 – Adopted the tentative millage rate for FY 2025–2026 property taxes.
Resolution 2025-15 – Adopted the tentative FY 2025–2026 budget.
Financial Reports – Reviewed June and July 2025 reports.
Resolution 2025-13 – Established an Auditor Selection Committee and appointed members.

Grants & Funding

Tourist Development Tax Agreement – Approved, providing $163,000 in funding for Estero River Park trails (reducing Village costs).
Resolution 2025-21 – Acknowledged receipt of a FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant, directing staff to publish the required public notice.

Community & Events

Resolution 2025-16 – Established a budget for the 2025 Veterans Day Event.
Agreement with Estero Forever Foundation – Approved for management of the Happehatchee Complex($1,500/month).

Operations & Infrastructure

Forerunner Software Renewal – Approved 2-year renewal of floodplain management software ($81,796).
Ordinance 2025-09 (Second Reading) – Approved, granting authority for the Village to approve plats (land development process).

Notable Outcomes
✅ Tentative millage rate and FY 2025–2026 budget adopted.
✅ $163,000 secured in TDT funds for Estero River Park trails.
✅ Veterans Day event budget formally established.
✅ FEMA grant award acknowledged.
✅ Agreement approved for ongoing management of Happehatchee Complex.
✅ Software renewal ensures continued compliance with floodplain management.
✅ Ordinance clarified Village authority on plat approvals.
