May 5, 2021 / Issue #2021-18

Sea turtle nesting season started May 1

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS:

Town Council amended the Sea Turtle Conservation Ordinance
effective April 5, 2021.
View the lighting ordinance and amended chapter
and Summary of the amendments.

Questions? Contact Chadd Chustz, Environmental Project Manager, chadd@fmbgov.com, (239) 765-0202 Ext. 1312

The Town is offering FREE turtle-friendly lighting inspections on Wednesdays after sunset.

FWC has a list of fixtures and bulbs that are Certified as Wildlife Friendly.

Be sure to install bulbs and fixtures in accordance with the “required options” to be in compliance, and help sea turtles get safely to the water.

Email: chadd@fmbgov.com with questions and to schedule an inspection.

REMINDER: Second dose of Pfizer vaccine is May 6 at Church of the Ascension

Fort Myers Beach Mayor Ray Murphy is reminding those who got their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine at the Church of the Ascension on April 15 that the second dose will be administered on Thursday, May 6, from 1 to 5 p.m.

The Florida Department of Health will be administering the second dose at the parish hall where voting takes place. The church is located at 6025 Estero Boulevard.

Haven't received the first dose yet? The church will be happy to administer it on the 6th but then recipients will need to find a different location to receive their second shot. Sign up by texting a message to Mayor Murphy at 239-308-5801.

FROM LEE COUNTY UTILITIES

Lee County Utilities will be temporarily converting its disinfectant process from chloramines to free chlorine residual from May 3 through May 24.

This is a routine measure that is common for water utilities using chloramines as its primary disinfectant.

Anyone who uses a kidney dialysis machine at home should contact his or her equipment supplier so the proper filtering equipment may be installed.

Tropical fish or aquatic animal owners should contact a local tropical fish store for appropriate pretreatment of water before adding water to tanks.

Customers may notice a temporary change in the taste, odor, and color of the water, which is not harmful.

Again, this is a routine measure to ensure our customers of clean, safe potable water.

Due to current dry conditions, the South Florida Water Management District is requesting that residents and businesses conserve water.
Here are some tips to help.

Visit the website for the South Florida Water Management District

Summer camp returns to Mound House

Summer camp kids at Mound House after kayaking

Featuring fun themes each week for children ages 6 to 10, camp will be operated by Super Science and Amazing Art, starting June 14 and ending July 30, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Three camp days each week will be at Mound House and two camp days will be at Newton Beach Park. Precautions to prevent the spread of COVID will be followed according to CDC standards.

Visit the Mound House website to register.

entrance sign to hazardous waste collection event

Thanks to everyone who came to the Household Chemical Waste Collection Event at Bay Oaks last Friday!

Lee County Solid Waste Management reports that 52 customers brought a total of 3,124 pounds of waste averaging roughly 60 pounds per customer.

Can you answer questions like these about FMB?

What is Mound House built on?

Who were the first settlers?

Where is the highest point on Estero Island?

What year was the Town incorporated?

What are the names of the bridges at the north end and the south end of the Island?

Shoutout to Ethan, Amelie, Matteo, Isabella, and Logan for participating in the Town's crossword puzzle and word match challenge at last Sunday's Taste of the Beach! They will be receiving bike lights with the Town's new logo.

Sign up to receive urgent alerts through the Town's CodeRed system

Hurricane season starts June 1
Here are some resources to help you be ready

(brochure available at Town Hall)

Find other resources on the Town’s website

Mound House Upcoming Outdoor Nature & Education Events
May 6 through May 15, 2021

View May 2021
Mound House and Newton Beach Park Program Calendars

Do you have questions about permits needed from the Town for your building or remodeling project?

Start by reading these frequently asked questions.

KEEP IN MIND: Permits are typically required for any building or remodeling on your property, inside or out.

Check the status of a permit

Need to communicate with Town staff about a permit? Use the email address below that pertains to the type of permit or call Town Hall at 239-765-0202.

buildingpermits@fmbgov.com
rowpermits@fmbgov.com

Historic recognition plaque that the HPAC gives to homeowners for buildings with historical significance

Interested in helping the Town preserve history?

Community members are needed to serve on the Town's Historic Preservation Advisory Committee (HPAC)

Complete the application

People who live in, work in, or visit the Town of Fort Myers Beach are being asked to take part in an online survey conducted by the Public Safety Committee.

The survey is designed to determine the community’s level of need and interest in the possible development of a community policing/neighborhood program.

Topics that the survey addresses include pedestrians, homelessness, bike traffic lanes, law enforcement response, street lighting, and neighborhoods.

The Public Safety Committee will review the results and make recommendations to Town Council.

Deadline to take the survey is May 28.

Experiencing a roof rats invasion?

Roof rats, also known as palm rats, palm tree rats, black rats, ship rats or house rats, are the leading rodent pest in Florida and in other tropical climates. They can cause real damage to homes and carry disease.

Learn more about these rodents and how to keep them out of your home

Text Hi to 239-FMBeach for information about the Town

We are looking for team-oriented public servants to come work at the beach!

Current openings are for:

Accounting Manager
Lifeguard/Recreational Aid (part-time)
Maintenance Worker I - Bay Oaks
Maintenance Worker - Historical Properties
Museum Interpreter for Mound House
Recreation Campus Manager
Utility Customer Service Clerk

Learn more and apply

Keep up on the schedule of Town Council and advisory committee meetings

All meetings are at Town Hall, 2525 Estero Boulevard

Live and recorded meetings can also be viewed on the
Town's YouTube channel and live meetings can be watched on Comcast Channel 98

View the meeting calendar on the Town's website for the

Upcoming meetings

Thursday, May 6 / 9 a.m.

Town Council Management & Planning Session

Monday, May 10 / 9 a.m.

Audit Committee Meeting

Tuesday, May 11 / 9 a.m.

Local Planning Agency (LPA)

Monday, May 17 / 9 a.m.

Town Council Meeting

Tuesday, May 18 / 9 a.m.

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Because vaccinations have been available since April 5 to all adults ages 18 and up in Florida, Town Hall is now open for walk-in service during all regular hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Appointments are still strongly encouraged to minimize wait times. Please call 239-765-0202 to schedule an appointment with the appropriate department.

NOTE: All employees in Town Hall might not yet be fully vaccinated.

Status on bids and proposals
Read more about bids and proposals

Currently open for bid:

ITB-21-16-PW Bayside Park Improvements
The Town of Fort Myers Beach seeks to contract with a qualified Contractor to perform improvements to the existing Bayside Park, located within Town of Fort Myers Beach right-of-way, formerly occupied by Old San Carlos Boulevard, north of First Street in the Town of Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida.

RFP-21-05-AD Audio Visual Improvements
The Town of Fort Myers Beach is soliciting proposals from qualified audio and visual professionals, with a history of similar public-space experience in identifying and evaluating auditorium upgrades or improvements.

Under Review:

RFQ-21-09-EN Beach Renourishment Professional Services
Pursuant to the requirements of Florida Statutes (F.S.), Chapter 287, the Town of Fort Myers Beach anticipates seeking professional consultant services for the purpose of assisting the Town with professional engineering services to renourish Fort Myers Beach.