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July 21, 2021 / Issue #2021-29
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The first two turtle nests of the season have hatched!
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The tracks in the sand from the nest to the Gulf show that hatchlings made their way safely.
(Thanks to Eve at Turtle Time for the pictures and status.)
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We have 82 nests on the beach that will continue hatching over the next few months. Please continue to do your part to keep the nests and hatchlings safe.Learn more: www.turtletime.org
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Fort Myers Beach Distance: 7 miles Nests: 82 NNE*: 124 Nests Hatched: 2
*NNE stands for “Non Nesting Emergence” which means that the turtle crawled ashore, but did not nest
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URGENT! Action needed NOW in the fight for clean water
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The Army Corps of Engineers has released its water management plans for Lake Okeechobee. Captains for Clean Water is urgently asking the public to contact the Corps with demands to modify the plan to make it more helpful for water quality in our area. Read the details
Send an email to the Corps
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Did you know that the Town’s website lists various parks and recreation offerings in Fort Myers Beach? This includes the following Town-operated places:
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FREE drop-off event for household chemical waste is 8 a.m. to Noon on August 6 at Bay Oaks
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On Friday, August 6, Town residents will be able to safely and responsibly dispose of household chemical waste (HCW) such as leftover paints, cleaners, herbicides, pesticides, automotive fluids and pool chemicals.
Hosted in partnership with Lee County Solid Waste, this free collection event will be from 8 a.m. to noon at Bay Oaks Recreational Campus, 2731 Oak Street. Drop off is an easy drive-through process available to all residents.
Visit the Lee County website for a list of acceptable items. Businesses that need chemical waste disposal can call 239-533-8000 to schedule an appointment for the monthly business collection held at Lee County’s permanent HCW drop-off location.This location is just off Metro Parkway in south Fort Myers at 6441 Topaz Court.
Additional collection events will be scheduled this fall and in 2022. Details about those will be posted on the Town’s website at www.fmbgov.com and social media outlets.
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Have you seen the bike lanes and markings on Estero Boulevard? The ReFresh Estero Boulevard project has installed and is installing bike lanes from the Red Coconut RV Park to the South End of the Island. A green bike lane marking has also been installed on the North End of the Island.
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 Bike lane in front of Publix on the south end
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 Bike lane on the north end
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Other key improvements from the ReFresh Estero Boulevard project
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Community members interested in serving as volunteers to advise and support the work of Town government are encouraged to apply for current openings on four of the Town’s 10 advisory boards and committees.
The Town’s committees exist to advise Town Council about Bay Oaks Recreational Campus, Mooring Field, Mound House, Newton Beach Park, finances, marine resources, nuisance abatement, environmental and historic preservation, and public safety.
Current openings: - Audit Committee – advises about financial matters and particularly on the selection of an auditor to conduct the Town’s annual financial audit;
- Cultural and Environmental Learning Center Advisory Board (CELCAB) – oversees Mound House and Newton Beach Park;
- Historic Preservation Advisory Committee (HPAC) – assists the Local Planning Agency and the Historic Preservation Advisory Board with historic preservation matters;
- Local Planning Agency (LPA) – ensures preservation of the unique, natural characteristics of Estero Island and is the Historic Preservation Advisory Board.
Click here for more information and to fill out the application.
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Annual drinking water quality report available
The Utilities Department proudly presents the Town's annual drinking water report for 2020, covering all drinking water testing performed between January 1 and December 31.
We are dedicated to providing drinking water that meets all state and federal standards and to adopting new methods of delivering the best quality drinking water to your homes and businesses. Please call us if you have any questions about your drinking water. 239-463-9914 (8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.)
Read the report online or visit Town Hall at 2525 Estero Boulevard between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to pick up a copy.
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Have you noticed an increase in mosquitoes since Hurricane/Tropical Storm Elsa?
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This is common after major storm events, and especially during rainy season. Luckily, the Lee County Mosquito Control District is constantly treating all over the county.
Monitor the areas of treatment
Representatives from the District have treated Fort Myers Beach by vehicle and on foot several times since rainy season started and will continue to. However, if you see an area that needs attention, please report it in one of the following ways:
1. Call the Fort Myers Beach office at 239-463-6350
2. Email the Fort Myers Beach office at fmbmctd@gmail.com
3. Fill out an online form on the Lee County Mosquito Control District's website.
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Is your property experiencing a rat or iguana infestation?Town Council would like to understand the level of need in the Town before making a decision about a possible future program to remove nuisance rats and iguanas.
If you are having an issue on your property with rats or iguanas, please fill out the online form(s) below. PLEASE NOTE: If there are numerous rats or iguanas on your property that are cause for concern, you may want to contact a pest control company to assist you. RATS IGUANAS
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Hurricane re-entry passes that are YELLOW and PURPLE and issued in previous years are STILL VALID.
If you do not have a YELLOW or PURPLE re-entry pass, apply here.
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Keep up on the schedule of Town Council and advisory committee meetingsAll meetings are at Town Hall, 2525 Estero BoulevardLive 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 theUpcoming meetings
Town Council's next meeting will be Monday, August 2, at 9 a.m.
Thursday, July 22 / 3 p.m. Cultural and Environmental Learning Center Advisory Board (CELCAB) MeetingMonday, July 26 / 9 a.mPublic Safety Committee (PSC) & Marine Resources Task Force (MRTF) Joint Session
*Meetings are subject to change; please refer to the agendas posted on the Town's Website.
Town Hall is open for walk-in service from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Appointments are strongly encouraged to minimize wait times. Call 239-765-0202 to schedule an appointment with the appropriate department. NOTE: All employees in Town Hall might not yet be fully vaccinated against COVID.
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Status on bids and proposals
The Town of Fort Myers Beach has partnered with DemandStar which is open and accessible to all businesses and gives instant access to RFPs, RFQs, and ITBs
Read more about bids and proposals
Currently open for bid: There are currently no open solicitations.
Under Review: TB-21-18-PW Bayside Park Improvements.
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