Safety Council

Engage Estero Safety Council is made of volunteers serving 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.

Latest news…
Sign-Up for Property Fraud Alerts

Sign-Up for Property Fraud Alerts

Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comprtroller Kevin Karnes is now offering an alert notification system for Lee County property owners to reduce fraud. When you sign-up, if a deed, mortgage, or other non-Court official record is recorded in your name, you will be...

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Environment Council

Engage Estero Environment Council is a volunteer group focusing on improving water and air quality and mitigating and eliminating the effects of climate warming in greater Estero.

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Landmark Victory for Florida’s Future

Landmark Victory for Florida’s Future

Landmark victory for Florida’s future will impact the proposed Bellmar and Kingston Developments, as they cannot receive their permit through Florida’s flawed program. By the Conservancy of Southwest Florida with permission to Engage Estero. February 16, 2024 Federal...

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Health Council

Engage Estero Community Health Council comprises health* and safety-minded volunteers who think about community health comprehensively with a common desire to improve the overall health of the citizens of greater Estero.

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Let’s Make Estero A HeartSafe Community!

Let’s Make Estero A HeartSafe Community!

The facts Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming more than 300,000 lives annually. Approximately 95 percent of SCA victims die before they reach a hospital or receive medical attention. How Can We Help Reduce This...

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Wellness: What is it and Why is it Important?

Wellness: What is it and Why is it Important?

(Written by Lee Health for Engage Estero’s Health Council) Much has been mentioned on news programs and other media about Wellness. However, it is seldom explained or fully understood.  During a meeting of Engage Estero’s Health Council earlier this year when this...

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Education Council

Engage Estero mobilizes volunteers in our schools, sponsors scholarships, and promotes the involvement of the community through announcements and public forums.

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Estero High Cambridge Students Recognized

Estero High Cambridge Students Recognized

By Mike Wasson, Director, Engage Estero The Village of Estero Council issued a Proclamation its Meeting on Wednesday, March 6th honoring 39 Estero High School Students who were presented the Cambridge Outstanding Learners Awards. In his remarks, Jon McLain, Village of...

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Updates on Issues of Impact

Engage Estero believes the best way to get a community involved is to make sure they are aware of the issues impacting their future, and know how to impact those decisions before they are made. We conduct and publish original research and articles aimed at getting residents Engaged.

Engage Estero’s “Adopt A Highway Program”
Reaches A Milestone in Rubbish and Debris Collection

Engage Estero has been collaborating with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) since October 2020 to help clean Hwy 41, between the Vines entrance (Breckenridge Road) north of Walmart and south of Coconut Road.

The team of volunteers collected 600 pounds of bagged litter and debris this month. The season’s total, which commenced in November 2022 amounts to 5,540 pounds (2.8 tons). Since October 2020 volunteers, coordinated by Julie Yellig, have collected just under 8 tons of litter. A highly commendable achievement.

Participants this month represented Copperleaf, Riverwoods Plantation, Grandezza, Belle Lago, Stoneybrook, Bella Terra, Meadows of Estero, Rapallo, Breckinridge, Copper Oaks, The Vines, and Pelican Sound.

Engage Estero appreciates the active participation of over fifty businesses and communities in the mission to optimize Estero’s environmental health and beauty through the Adopt a Highway and Adopt a Road programs through FDOT, Lee County, and the Village of Estero. In addition, many neighbors regularly pick up litter and debris on their walks through our greater community, which also makes a significant difference to the locality.

Our gratitude goes to Marathon/Dos Amigos Authentic Mexican Grill for their continued support of our volunteers with ice and water during the monthly collection process.

Adopt a Highway March 2023

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