"My vision for our town is one of continuous improvement and
sustainable growth. I am particularly focused on neighborhood
infrastructure improvements, recognizing the need to reevaluate
and update our current designs to meet the demands of future
growth. Ensuring our infrastructure is resilient and capable of
supporting our community is paramount. Additionally, I am
committed to enhancing pedestrian safety and walkability by
fostering collaboration with transportation agencies to develop
pedestrian-friendly policies. Traffic has long been a challenge on
our island, and I believe innovative solutions can promote
walking and biking. thereby improving our quality of life.
Furthermore, I will advocate for responsible land use and
development policies that strike a balance between residential,
commercial, and tourism interests. Our island will inevitably
change, but it is crucial that we manage this change with
foresight and care, ensuring smart and sustainable growth."
Two important announcements for Fort Myers Beach residents
Hurricane Milton Evening Update
Special Town Council Meeting
The Town of Fort Myers Beach will be holding a Special Town Council Meeting, tomorrow, October 6, 2024, to declare a Local State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Milton.
The meeting will be held at 4:00pm in the Council Chambers, at 2731 Oak Street, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931.
The agenda will be posted at: https://www.fortmyersbeachfl.gov/209/Meetings-Agendas
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@townoffortmyersbeachfl33931/streams
SANDBAGS AVAILABLE AT TOWN HALL, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6!
The Town of Fort Myers Beach is closely monitoring the weather. To be prepared in advance, get your sandbags today!
Sand is located off of Gulf Beach Rd and bags are available at Town Hall, 2731 Oak Street.
Sandbags and sand are for Estero Island residents only. Shovels are provided at the sand site. Staff will be at Town Hall until 8:00pm today.
Disaster Recovery Debris Pickup
Town of Fort Myers Beach is mobilizing our disaster recovery providers, Tetra Tech and Crowder, for Hurricane Helene Debris pickup! Our providers will be collecting four types of storm debris. Each type needs to be in a separate pile in order to be collected.
The four types include:
- Electronic Waste
- Construction Debris (C&D)
- Vegetation
- Appliances
How to put debris out:
- Electronic waste such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners and televisions should be placed in a separate pile.
- Construction and demolition debris includes carpet, furniture, shingles, fencing and other debris resulting from storm damage to homes and structures. This debris will be collected from the curb on multiple passes.
- Vegetative debris includes tree branches, logs and plants. This debris should not be bagged and can be left at the curb. This debris will be collected on multiple passes.
- Appliances can be left at the curb with all food removed. This debris will be picked up on multiple passes.
Collection will begin on Friday, October 5, 2024. Please begin placing your storm debris at the curb throughout the week to ensure you have ample time to have it removed. If you have any questions, please contact Town Hall at (239) 765 – 0202.
Permitting steps following Hurricane Helene
The Town of Fort Myers Beach began our damage assessment process following Hurricane Helene and would like to remind you that it is illegal to do work without a permit.
As we assess the homes and businesses on the Island, please be smart and call our permitting staff at 239-765-0202 or email us at buildingpermits@fmbgov.com with any questions you may have. It’s always better to reach out to us before we have to reach out to you.
Hurricane Helene Cleanup Update
Lee County Hurricane Safe Havens
Sandbags at Town Hall!
Beginning tomorrow at 8:30am, sandbags and sand will be available, for residents only!
Bags will be available at Town Hall, 2731 Oak St, and the sand for filling will be located at the end of Gulf Beach Rd. Please come prepared to fill your own sandbags.
An update regarding the increasing Tropical System will be posted tomorrow after it has progressed further.
Hurricane Ian Remembrance & Resiliency Ceremony
Join the Town of Fort Myers Beach as we remember and honor our community, two years after Hurricane Ian!
Date: September 28, 2024
Time: 8:00am
Where: Santini Plaza, 7205 Estero Blvd
Mail-in Ballot & Early Voting Information
USCG Fort Myers Beach Patriot Day Remembrance
We're Making Progress!
Exciting news for our Fort Myers Beach community!
Town of Fort Myers Beach has been awarded $13,018,597.90 from Lee County CDBG-DR!
Today, September 3, 2024, the Town of Fort Myers Beach was notified that the applications submitted to the Lee County Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Infrastructure and Public Facilities Programs has been awarded for a total of $13,018,597.90! These programs are part of the overall U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding award to Lee County in the amount of $1.1 billion to support long‐term recovery efforts following Hurricane Ian.
Funding will go toward two projects: North (West) Island Water Tower and Facility and Parks and Recreation Projects. The Parks and Recreation Projects include Old San Carlos & Times Square Lighting Projects, Bay Oaks Community Pool Project, and Newton Park Beach Facility. Through these programs, the Town seeks to create improvements for the entire community in a continued effort toward recovery.
The Infrastructure and Public Facilities Programs are competitive programs available to municipalities within Lee County. The Town has already received funding through the Recovery and Resiliency Planning block, and we continue to submit applications in an effort to secure more funding. All projects under these programs must meet a HUD National Objective as outlined by Lee County in the Action Plan.
The Town of Fort Myers Beach would like to thank Lee County for their continued support of the Town through our Hurricane Ian recovery process. These projects play a vital part in our build-back efforts, and we are excited to be one step closer to recovery.
