July 21, 2021 / Issue #2021-29

The first two turtle nests of the season have hatched!

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.)

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

URGENT!
Action needed NOW in the fight for clean water

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

July is National Parks and Recreation Month as set by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) 

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:

• Bay Oaks Recreational Campus
• Bay Oaks Social Seniors (BOSS)
• Beach Accesses
• FMB Community Pool
• Matanzas Harbor Mooring Field
• Mound House grounds and kayak launch
• Newton Beach Park
  
  

FREE drop-off event for household chemical waste
 is 8 a.m. to Noon on August 6 at Bay Oaks

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.

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.

Other key improvements from the ReFresh Estero Boulevard project

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. 

Mound House weekly outdoor nature & education events for
July 22 through July 31

Mound House & Newton Beach Park program calendars
   July 2021 / August 2021

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.

Have you noticed an increase in mosquitoes since Hurricane/Tropical Storm Elsa? 

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.

Is your property experiencing a rat or iguana infestation?

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

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

Upcoming meetings

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