The population in Lee County continues to grow and, along with this growth, comes an increasing number of motor...

The population in Lee County continues to grow and, along with this growth, comes an increasing number of motor...
RoundaboutsMyths and How TosThe short video above shows how a multi-lane roundabout works. The sooner you need to...
Developments on East Corkscrew Road and their Impact on Safety, Transportation and Services The ECCL is pleased to...
 Bicycle Safety in the greater Estero area More and more adults and children are enjoying biking in the greater Estero area. The ECCL fully supports the initiatives of the Village in extending bike lanes and looking at new opportunities for those who enjoy...
Mark Ruset will take on the responsibilities for Safety as co-chair with Lou Frattarelli who will continue as co-chair of Transportation. These combined responsibilities represent an important step in the coordination the ECCL’s initiatives to improve the safety of...
We are closing in on TWO Tons of Rubbish Cleared from Hwy 41 in Estero by ECCL’s Volunteers over the last six months! The ECCL has been working with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to help clean Hwy 41, between the Vines entrance (Breckenridge Road)...
https://estero-fl.gov/lee-commissioners-award-contract-for-first-phase-of-corkscrew-road-widening/ On March 16, 2021, the Lee Board of County Commissioners awarded a contract for the first phase of widening Corkscrew Road east of Ben Hill Griffin Parkway to four...
It was a beautiful morning for volunteers to work their magic along Hwy 41 over the weekend. Many drivers, walkers, and bikers were honking and calling out “thank you,” which was very rewarding for the Adopt a Highway team organized by ECCL’s Julie Yellig. The...
By Mark Novitski, ECCL As we prepare ourselves for the next 5 years of construction on Corkscrew Rd between Ben Hill Griffin and Alico Rd., there are a few items to keep in mind: Road detours and uneven pavement require more attention and slower speeds Workers and...
The ECCL support of the “Adopt a Highway” initiative headed by Julie Yellig and her team of volunteers started the cleanup of Hwy 41 over the weekend (October 24). The ECCL is working with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to help clean an approximate...
Help Us Keep Estero Looking Beautiful The ECCL (as the adopting organization) is working with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to recruit and coordinate groups of volunteers to help clean an approximate four-mile section of Tamiami Trail. Including both...
Ever wonder why the traffic seems to be getting worse on Corkscrew Rd east of Ben Hill Griffin? The below chart identifies the current homes built and occupied, and the potential homes to be built in the next 5 years. The Phase I expansion/widening of Corkscrew Rd...