The original item was published from 2/10/2023 5:40:00 PM to 2/10/2023 5:40:52 PM.

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Posted on: February 6, 2023

[ARCHIVED] FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK

1) WATER CUSTOMERS: 
If you are not using water at your property, the Utilities Department can waive your water and sewer base fees. We will then lock your water meter to prevent future charges. Email the Utilities Department at utilities@fmbgov.com with your name and service address. All water customers are required to continue paying stormwater fees.  https://www.fortmyersbeachfl.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=985 

2) DEBRIS DEADLINE CURBSIDE PICKUP: 
The Town has been notified by debris contractors with Florida’s Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) that the free curbside debris removal service operating since Hurricane Ian will end on March 29. What this means for property owners is that March 1 is the last day that they can push debris off their property curbside to be picked up for free. The debris that is curbside by March 1 will be picked up sometime before March 29. This deadline DOES NOT apply for private property owners who have signed up for private property debris removal through www.iandebriscleanup.com. Sign ups are still being accepted for this service.  

3) INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLE ASSISTANCE:  
You may be eligible for insurance deductible assistance from Lee County. Visit https://www.leegov.com/dcd/planning/ship 

4) BEACH EASEMENTS: 
To accomplish renourishment of the Beach after the damage caused by Hurricane Ian, the Town needs beachfront property owners to sign an easement to replace sand on the beach areas that are private property. For more information and the form to sign, visit https://www.fortmyersbeachfl.gov/1133/21763/Beach 

5) TIMES SQUARE friendly reminders: 
Alcohol cannot be consumed or carried in public areas of the Town which includes Times Square, the beach, parking lots, sidewalks, etc.  In addition, Times Square is not a street and cars are not permitted to park on it or drive through it.  