Salty Crab One Vote Away From Final Approval
By a vote of 5-0 the Fort Myers Beach Town Council voted to move the new Salty Crab building proposal onto a 2nd public hearing. If council approves the project at the next hearing owner Greg Powers plans to break ground later this year.
EIBC Also One Vote Away From Final Approval
On Monday the Fort Myers Beach Town Council voted unanimously to move the Estero Island Beach Club rebuild proposal onto a 2nd reading on June 16th. The 75-unit time-share building, destroyed by Hurricane Ian, was converted from a motel back in 1981.
Ebikes Are Now Allowed on Sidewalks
The Fort Myers Beach Town Council has voted to change its ordinance and will now allow ebikes on town sidewalks. Council members are hoping riders use common sense while riding close to pedestrians. It's going to be nearly impossible to enforce.
Here’s Who Will Review The FMB Charter
Bryan Thomas, Ed Schoonover, Jim Dunlap, Henry Zuba and Bev Milligan have been appointed to review the Fort Myers Beach Charter. The town reviews the charter every ten years.Â
Mayor Looks To DeSantis For Beach School Help
As beach parents face the real possibility of their elementary school closing, Fort Myers Beach Mayor Dan Allers has written a letter to Florida Governor Ron Desantis asking for his help. Read the letter here…
Did You See Our Island Towers Walkaround?
Saturday morning we got an up-close look at the newly refurbished Island Towers Resort at 4900 Estero Boulevard. Kendra and Dave Howard, who work at the time-share building, gave us the full tour including the fabulous view of The Gulf. Watch our walkaround on Facebook HERE.
How to Prepare Your Yard For a Hurricane
With the 2025 hurricane season now officially underway, Lee County has put out a helpful list of how you can secure your home just in case a hurricane lands this year.
Woman’s Club Baseball Fundraiser
Woman’s Club President Barb Mezeske will throw at the first pitch at the Mighty Muscles game this Thursday night at 7PM. Tickets are still available for the game at the Twins stadium. $5 from every ticket sold will be donated to the Fort Myers Beach Woman’s Club.
It’s The Great Hall of Shells
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium has unveiled the opening of Phase 1 of its new Great Hall of Shells. The Great Hall of Shells has been the Museum's permanent exhibit space for shells since the Museum first opened in 1995.
License Free Fishing Returns
Save the dates for two upcoming license-free fishing weekends hosted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. This summer's license-free fishing weekends are June 7-8 for saltwater and June 14-15 for freshwater.
Mass Confusion Over Recall Process
Over the last week it became abundantly clear neither the Lee County Board of Elections or the Town of Fort Myers Beach had a clear grasp on the recall process. Recalling elected officials is rare and is mostly unsuccessful.
Fire Chief Issues Statement Regarding Union Fight
At a Fire District Board meeting this week, fire department union representatives spoke at public comment to protest the possibility of two job consolidations Fire Chief Scott Wirth is proposing during contract negotiations.