Transportation & Safety
Engage Estero serves as a voice for the citizens of greater Estero on safety and transportation priorities and issues. We advocate for related solutions to Village, County, and State Government organizations.
Our Mission:
- Evaluate, prioritize, and monitor the Village of Estero Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and advocate for change on behalf of the citizenry.
- Develop a Geographic Information System (GIS) for citizen online access to Village CIP items related to roadways, Bike/Ped, and interchange improvements. Access to each CIP project will provide location and cost/schedule information.
- Solicit and encourage additional citizen participation in support of those projects that improve safety, access, and connectivity in Greater Estero
Reports and Hot Topics
I-75
Updates on the I-75 construction plans, how you can impact decisions.
Corkscrew Road
Corkscrew Road widening and East Corkscrew transportation issues.
Local Resources
Transportation Campaigns…
Roadways
Capacity
Turning Lanes
Overcrowding
Thru Traffic
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Landscaping
Appearance
Visibility
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Lighting and Signals
Streetlights
Traffic Signals
Roundabouts
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Pedestrians and Bicycles
Bike Lanes
Sidewalks
Crossings
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Articles
Leadership on Traffic Issues is Needed And It Starts With Us
If you live in Estero, you don’t need a study to tell you traffic is worsening. You feel it every day on I-75, Corkscrew Road, U.S. 41, and the backroads that used to be shortcuts. Growth is accelerating, infrastructure is struggling to keep up, and safety concerns...
Signal Timing vs Road Widening at East Corkscrew Road
Signal Timing vs Road Widening at East Corkscrew Road Introduction In recent years, East Corkscrew Road has become a major commuter conduit due to housing development, easy access to Interstate 75, and a lack of alternative east-west roads. The once quiet, local...
Find Your Flood Risk in Greater Estero
Introduction Hurricane season is approaching, and many Florida homeowners don’t realize that flood insurance through FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) typically takes 30 days to take effect. If a storm is already approaching, it’s too late to start...
Estero Residents Deserve Answers Regarding the I-75 Planned Expansion
A Most Pressing Issue Is Traffic Safety And Congestion At Engage Estero’s April 17 Community and Member Meeting, residents gathered to discuss one of the most pressing issues facing Greater Estero: traffic congestion, future road improvements, and the planned...
Are You Prepared for the 2026 Hurricane Season?
Are You Prepared for the 2026 Hurricane Season?Introduction A new hurricane season brings a familiar question: Are you ready if chaos crosses your path? While no two storm seasons are the same, your priority remains unchanged - to protect what matters most. Although...
How Did we Get Here? Transportation in Estero & Southern Lee County
Introduction On April 17, more than 130 residents packed the room for Engage Estero’s transportation forum. Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization Executive Director Don Scott opened with a question. He asked, “How many of you have moved here in the past five...
To Impact Greater Estero Traffic Problems — Act Now!
To Impact Greater Estero Traffic Problems — Act Now!Jump to: The Process | Report an Issue | What You Can DoIntroduction It will come as no surprise to residents in Greater Estero that the most important issue they want addressed is traffic! In the recent Engage...
Important Update from the East Corkscrew Alliance and Engage Estero
Introduction. February was a busy month, with many meetings among the East Corkscrew Alliance (ECA), Engage Estero, and senior officials at the county and local government levels. Those involved included County Manager Dave Harner, Assistant County Manager Christine...
Why Every Community Benefits from a Neighborhood Watch
Estero and our surrounding communities are fortunate to live in a very safe area. But safety doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of engaged residents, strong partnerships, and proactive prevention. That’s why Neighborhood Watch programs remain valuable, even in...
Our Purpose:
To inform citizens of safety and transportation-related issues, problems, and solutions advocating for community engagement to ensure an improved, safe, and connected transportation network in greater Estero.
Our Values
Values essential to success and longevity:
- Integrity
- Open and honest communication
- Respect for other ideas and expertise
- Shared responsibility and resources
- Follow through on what we say we will do
- Care about what we are trying to achieve
- Innovation and creative thinking (open to doing things in a new way)
Our Vision:
To have an informed and engaged citizenry that understands and engages in finding solutions to safety and connected transportation network issues and problems.
Get Involved
Find Your Representatives
Contact information for local, state and national legislators.
Volunteer
Engage Estero is made up entirely of volunteer residents, businesspeople, and you!
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Your contributions protect the voice of Estero residents and enable action before it's too late!