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.

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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.

Kierstan Bell

The ECCL congratulates the emerging local stars in basketball and lacrosse. Keep an eye out for their upcoming games; they appreciate your local support.

Kierstan Bell, FGCU’s star woman basketball guard, was named ASUN Conference “Player of the Year” for her second time. She was one of the five finalists for the 2022 Ann Meyer-Drysdale Award. The award was presented by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association. In its fifth year, the annual award recognizes the top shooting guard in NCAA Division I college women’s basketball.

“Kierstan is one of the best players in the nation,” said head coach Karl Smesko who was also named Coach of the Year (his 12th time.)  “She has had another outstanding season, and it is great to see her earn this recognition.”

Florida Gulf Coast Junior Grant Shafer has been named USA Lacrosse/MCLA February Player of the month in Division II. Shafer, in 5 games, has turned away 105 shots as the goalie, allowing just 40 goals — a save percentage of 72.4.

The FGCU Lacrosse team is off to a 4-1 start this season. The Eagles are in the Top 10 of the weekly polls based on the performance of Shafer. Against No. 14 Missouri State, Shafer held the high-powered Bears offense to just seven goals while making 28 stops in net. Division II foes have averaged just five goals per game against the FGCU Lacrosse team.

Grant Shafer

“Grant has been a great captain and a great leader for our team this year,” said Florida Gulf Coast coach Vinny Valentine. “With the two years off, he is taking each day as a blessing and has been absolutely outstanding so far this year. He lives to play lacrosse, and his attitude and energy ripples through our entire team. Each save is a boost of confidence, as we know we can be in any game against any opponent we play because we have a ‘brick wall’ between the pipes.”

Shafer will receive a one-year membership to USA Lacrosse, the governing body for men’s and women’s lacrosse in the United States, for his efforts. Membership includes on-the-field insurance coverage, discounted tickets, and apparel, along with a subscription to USA Lacrosse Magazine.