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
Why We Should Embrace More Roundabouts and Traffic Circles
Why We Should Embrace More Roundabouts and Traffic Circles Allan Bowditch Chief Communications Officer As of 2023, there are approximately 9,000 roundabouts in the United States, and the number is increasing as hundreds more are being constructed each year. Florida...
Engage Estero Has Kicked Off the New Year with Inspiring Success Setting a Powerful Tone for What’s To Come!
Engage Estero Has Kicked Off the New Year with Inspiring Success Setting a Powerful Tone for What’s To Come! Engage Estero has kicked off the new year with notable achievements that reflect our community's growing enthusiasm and involvement. With remarkable...
Road Development Updates November 2024
Road Development Updates November 2024 Corkscrew Road Corkscrew Road Widening – Ben Hill Griffin to East side of Bella Terra The road widening and related utilities movement, Lee Department of Transport’s (LDOT’s) contractor, nears completion with Phase 1 (from Ben...
Share Your Voice! Get Involved in Shaping Estero’s Recreation and Sports Future
Share Your Voice! Get Involved in Shaping Estero’s Recreation and Sports Future On October 29, the Village Councilors, Management, Company Developers, and Planners invited residents to a meeting to listen to suggestions for the various options for the area north and...
Do you live in the Incorporated Village of Estero or Not?
Do you live in the Incorporated Village of Estero or Not? Why it Matters People, especially those living along East Corkscrew Road, are unsure whether they live within the incorporated Village of Estero, the incorporated City of Bonita Springs, or in an...
Concerning Flood Insurance
Concerning Flood Insurance The Community Rating System (CRS) Provides Residents With Up To 20% Discount Engage Estero is providing the latest information the Village of Estero released regarding the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood insurance Community...
Pedestrian and Bike Safety In Greater Estero
Pedestrian and Bike Safety In Greater Estero The Bonita Estero Rail Trail project (BERT) is not just a local initiative but a crucial part of a larger vision to complete the 420-mile-long Florida Gulf Coast Trail. This ambitious plan aims to connect communities from...
Keep the Streets Clear for Emergency Vehicles
Keep the Streets Clear for Emergency Vehicles Estero Fire Rescue, San Carlos Park Fire Protection and Rescue Service, and Bonita Springs Fire Control & Rescue District have an agreement for “Closest Unit Response”. This means if an Estero Fire Rescue unit is closer to...
Driving Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility!
Driving Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility! One of the major causes of vehicular accidents is distracted driving. We have entered the “100 Deadliest Days” - the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal teen crashes increase dramatically. Parents are the...
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!
Invest
Your contributions protect the voice of Estero residents and enable action before it's too late!