Board of Lee County Commissioners Meeting
2024-02-20 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-03-19 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-04-16 09:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Old Lee County Courthouse Commission Chambers 2120 Main Street Fort Myers, FL 33901
​​Agendas are posted approximately one week prior to the meeting.​ You can stream the meeting video on LeeTV, Youtube, or Facebook Live during the meeting and rewatch the recording on Youtube.

Village Council Meeting
2024-02-21 09:30 | Village of Estero, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Among the items to be discussed

An agreement with River Creek community builder GL Homes to build a sidewalk in that area of Corkscrew Road. The Village would pay GL Homes $104,994 to complete the project as part of building up the River Creek area.
An ordinance to bring the Village’s written code enforcement policy into line with existing policies being implemented.
A workshop on the Bonita-Estero Rail Trail (BERT) project. The Trust for Public Lands, a nonprofit organization that works to support community park and green space projects, has secured a $82 million purchase-and-sale agreement for a 14.9-mile segment of the Seminole Rail line (from Alico Road to the end of the line located in Collier County). While still an early step in the process of developing the BERT, the summary sheet for the workshop calls this an “exciting opportunity” to potentially move the project forward.

The full agenda and supporting documents can be viewed here by clicking on “Village Council Meeting.”

Board of Lee County Commissioners Zoning / Comp Plan Hearings
2024-02-21 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-03-20 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-04-03 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-04-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-08 09:00 - 10:30 | Old Lee County Courthouse Commission Chambers 2120 Main Street Fort Myers, FL 33901
​View the Agenda.​ Agendas are posted approximately one week prior to the hearing date.​​

Village Council Meeting
2024-03-06 09:30, 2024-03-20 09:30, 2024-04-03 09:30, 2024-04-17 09:30, 2024-05-15 09:30 | Village of Estero, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Estero, FL, 33928, United States

Planning Zoning Design Board Meeting
2024-03-12 16:30, 2024-04-09 16:30, 2024-05-14 16:30 | Village of Estero, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Agendas are posted the week prior to the meeting. Council meetings are open to the public.
The Village Planning, Zoning and Design Board will discuss several important matters at its next meeting.
These meetings are an opportunity for residents to learn more about growth, development, and zoning changes within Estero and to voice questions, concerns, and comments on these topics.

Board of Lee County Commissioners Meeting
2024-04-02 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-05-07 09:30 - 10:30 | Old Lee County Courthouse Commission Chambers 2120 Main Street Fort Myers, FL 33901
​​​Agendas are posted approximately one week prior to the meeting.​ You can stream the meeting video on LeeTV, Youtube, or Facebook Live during the meeting and rewatch the recording on Youtube.

Breaking Par at Grandezza
2024-04-13 08:00 - 2024-04-14 21:00 | Grandezza, 11481 Grande Oak Blvd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
MatthewLEAD Estero Co-Founder and Treasurer Matthew Stevens welcomed golfers, thanking them and the sponsors for their support before they started their round on the Grandezza links. Happy Golfer 1DX14830Happy Golfer gives a fist pump after making a putt. saxophone playerGreat rendition of Star Spangled Banner by Student Saxophone player before golfers tee’d off was repeated at the Gala on Sunday Evening. Hole in one Contest for Range Rover 1DX14770Golfer attempts a Hole in One for dibs on the Land Rover. Wasson Golf Team Flamingo 1DX14790Flamingoes appear on each golfers apparel earning them an extra mulligan. Left to Right: Rob Bruce, Peter Wright, Brawley Adams and Mike Wasson. jeffreyAttendees visit with students LEAD Estero Co-Founder Jeffrey Stevens who portrayed Ronald Regan during Gala on Sunday Evening at Grandezza. geraciGuests Kathy Geraci and her husband Mike Wasson were ushered into the The Club at Grandezza on a Red Carpet and met by Elvis Presley portrayed by Trey Ramsey. IMG_0296Students Jeffrey Stevens dressed as Ronald Regan and Akshar Patel dressed as Secret Service agent had opening comments at Gala. 1DX14957LEAD Estero Students who dressed as Hollywood stars. From Left to Right: Trey Ramsey, Akshar Patel, Jeffrey Stevens, Gianna Del Negro, Brett Kueck, Katelyn Kueck, Kyra Ritter, Matthew Stevens and Tryton Fay.

The Hollywood stars they portrayed were from Left: Elvis Presley, Secret Service protection for Ronald Regan, a director, Maverick “Tom Cruise” from Top Gun, Grace Kelly, Marilyn Monroe, John Wayne and James Dean. Bidding at Gala IMG_0301 (1)Bidders rush to get auctioneers attention at Breaking Par at Grandezza. The 12th Annual Breaking Par at Grandezza charity event was held April 13th and 14th, 2024. It started with a Shotgun Scramble Golf Tournament at 8:30 am on Saturday April 13th. The Gala Dinner with a Hollywood theme was held Sunday April 14th.
Engage Estero was proud to be host and presenting sponsor of Breaking Par at Grandezza, a fundraiser for LEAD Estero, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization created by Estero High School students for Estero High School Students.
For more information, contact donate@LEADestero.com, call 239-707-5418 or visit the website www.Leadestero.com.
Featured guest of honor was Estero’s first Mayor Nick Batos. Nick has made many significant contributions to this community; among them are: having served as Chairman of the ECCL and leading the successful drive to get the incorporation of Estero on the November 2014 ballot. He went on to serve two terms as District 6 Councilmember acting as liaison to the Lee School District and Lee Health, with areas of strategic concern being the SUN Trails, CSX railroad, and Bike/Pedestrian Pathways. Nick and his wife, Linda, reside in Shadow Wood at The Brooks.

Breaking Par at Grandezza
2024-04-13 08:30 - 17:00, 2024-04-14 17:30 - 20:30 | The Club at Grandezza, Estero, FL, 33928
The 12th Annual Breaking Par at Grandezza charity event will be held April 13th and 14th. It starts with a Shotgun Scramble Golf Tournament at 8:30 am on Saturday April 13th. The Gala Dinner is Sunday April 14th beginning at 5:30 pm.
Dress to impress for our Classic Hollywood Theme at the Gala on Sunday evening. The coveted Gala features delicious cuisine and incredible live and silent auction items. Featured guest of honor will be Estero’s first Mayor Nick Batos.
This is a fun event and all proceeds go to furthering Education right here in Estero.
Engage Estero is hosting and the presenting sponsor of Breaking Par at Grandezza, a fundraiser for LEAD Estero, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization created by Estero High School students for Estero High School Students.
For more information, contact donate@LEADestero.com , call 239-707-5418 or visit the website www.Leadestero.com.

Traffic Congestion in Estero: Public Forum
2024-04-16 18:00 | Estero High School, 21900 River Ranch Road, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Learn the Reasons for Traffic Congestion, the Problems,Potential Solutions, and What You Can Do
Engage Estero presented a free public forum to discuss traffic congestion, identify problems, and share potential solutions we can employ individually, as a Village, or as a County. Population growth is putting pressure on our roads and current residents. Everywhere we look, we see the symptoms of congestion.
Effective traffic congestion solutions require a collaborative approach involving experts, community members, and policymakers. The Forum featured expert panelists on traffic congestion.
The Meeting Examined:

The key issues that have led to the current congestion in Greater Estero
Why it can take many years to make changes to the road structure even after the problem is identified
Why road widening along East Cokscrew is slow to catch up with the developments taking place
What can be done to create a positive impact by helping to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow? What are the solutions?

Summary of the Forum
Part 1 Key Questions AddressedThe Engage Estero Public Forum Traffic Congestion in Greater Estero (Written by Allan Bowditch, Engage estero’s Chief Communications Officer) Introduction The building boom in the Estero area started in 1998 when the airport, Florida Gulf Coast University, Miromar...
Read MorePart 2 Public Concerns & Future Actions The Engage Estero Public Forum Traffic Congestion in Greater Estero (Written by Allan Bowditch, Engage estero’s Chief Communications Officer) Go to Part 1 Questions and Comments from the Public The Engage Estero team would like to thank all those who attended the...
Read More The Experts
Wayne GaitherFlorida Department of Transportation, District 1
Wayne holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Urban and Regional Planning and has over 20 years of experience in the transportation industry in Southwest Florida. He has held varying positions with government, ranging from city and county to, most recently, with the state as the director of the Southwest Area Office at the SWIFT Sunguide Center in Fort Myers for the last six years. He oversees District 1’s community liaison program and is directly responsible for outreach with Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs). Wayne provides support and guidance in administering funds for transportation projects and developing project priorities comprising the FDOT Five-Year Work Program.
Ted TreeshPresidentTR Transportation Consultants
Mr. Treesh has over 20 years of experience in transportation engineering and planning. Specifically, he has expertise in traffic impact studies, corridor planning studies, traffic signal justification studies, and traffic signal systems analysis. Mr. Treesh has served as project manager for numerous transportation planning studies. He has performed capacity evaluations of signaled and non-signaled intersections, evaluated development plans for traffic circulation and safety, and recommended improvements to parking areas and on-site design to accommodate development traffic.
Carmen MonroySenior Transportation PlannerStantec, Inc.
Stantec is an international professional services company that plans, designs, delivers, and manages the development and infrastructure needed to create sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities. Carmen focuses on transportation, performance-based management, visioning, creative engagement, and planning. She assists in developing strategies and programs for local governments, non-profits, and public transportation agencies. Carmen has experience in transportation policy frameworks, community planning, and trends and conditions.
Max ForgeyOwner
Forgey Planning
Forgey Planning is an experienced land use planning firm with more than three decades of professional experience in Florida’s local government planning and community development. The firm navigates the specific requirements of land use permissions essential for urban planning and real estate projects. The firm handles applications for rezoning, land use amendments, variances, and other required permits. They ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, forming a solid legal foundation for our client’s projects and coordinating with Governmental bodies and agencies to ensure a smooth approval process.

Estero Fire Rescue: "Fall Prevention and Fire Safety Tips for Seniors"
2024-04-30 11:30 - 13:00 | Lee County Sheriff’s Office Miromar Outlets Community Outreach Center, Suite 190 at the Miromar outlets
Lunch generously provided by Tacos & Tequila of University Village Shops. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL “LUNCH & LEARN” EVENTS. PLEASE EMAIL YOUR REGISTRATION REQUEST TO GARY LEVINE AT glevine@sheriffleefl.org.

County Commissioner Candidate Forum District 5
2024-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Estero Park & Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Public forum featuring three candidates for Lee County Commissioners District 5. Amanda Cochran, Mike Greenwell, and Kizzie Fowler will be there to answer questions. You can submit questions for the candidates ahead of the event to: esterorc@comcast.net
*Engage Estero is not hosting the event, nor endorsing any candidate. We share this information so voters can be aware of opportunities to interact with candidates.

Village Council Meeting
2024-05-01 09:30 | Village of Estero, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Among the items to be discussed

A resolution allowing the Village Manager to submit a Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Grant Fund application for the utility extension projects for Charing Cross, Estero Bay Village, Sandy Lane, See See Street, Estero River Heights, Sherrill Lane, Luettich Lane, and Broadway Avenue.
A resolution allowing Village Manager Steven Sarkozy to submit proposed projects to the Lee County Hurricane Ian Recovery and Resiliency program, which would also allow him to accept and authorize these grants for use on Village projects.
A resolution supporting the Bonita-Estero Rail Trail (BERT) project, which would authorize Sarkozy to approve a $5 million appropriation from the Estero Capital Improvement Program for the purchase of a section of the Seminole Rail Line. This move also allows the Village Manager to submit funding requests to various county, state, and local government agencies, with the $5 million serving as the “match” to any grants requiring one.
A second reading of an ordinance that would amend the Commercial Planned Development Zoning for the Bella Terra community to allow for a wireless communication facility and cell tower on land located at the front of the community. This item was deferred from the April 17 meeting.

Breaking the Stigma Surrounding Mental Health Issues
2024-05-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Lee County Sheriff’s Office Miromar Outlets Community Outreach Center, Suite 190 at the Miromar outlets
Presented by Park Royal Behavioral Health Services. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL “LUNCH & LEARN” EVENTS. PLEASE EMAIL YOUR REGISTRATION REQUEST TO GARY LEVINE AT glevine@sheriffleefl.org.

Helping to Quickly Locate Missing Children and Vulnerable Adults
2024-05-09 11:30 - 13:00 | Lee County Sheriff’s Office Miromar Outlets Community Outreach Center, Suite 190 at the Miromar outlets
Presented by United Way ReUnite Program. Lunch generously provided by Luigi’s Pizza e Pasta. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL “LUNCH & LEARN” EVENTS. PLEASE EMAIL YOUR REGISTRATION REQUEST TO GARY LEVINE AT glevine@sheriffleefl.org.

Healthy Coping Mechanisms in Older Adults
2024-05-15 12:00 - 12:30 | Online
In this virtual event, learn healthy coping mechanisms for mental health and awareness of the dangers of unhealthy coping mechanisms. RSVP.

Mobile Blood Drive
2024-05-21 09:00 - 14:00 | Lee Health Coconut Point
Donate blood. Walk-Ins Welcome.
