Turtle Time: 32 Nests Remain
Our friends at Turtle Time have updated the latest Fort Myers Beach turtle stats: There are now 32 remaining nests to hatch compared to last weeks 46. There have not been any false crawls since the beginning of August.Â
Mitsch To Speak on Algal Blooms
Dr. Bill Mitsch will present Taming Harmful Algal Blooms in Lakes: Controlling the Symptoms vs. Controlling the Landscape Causes Thursday from 10:00am to noon. The virtual event is free and will be followed by a Q&A. More details HERE.
Are You Prepared For A Hurriccane?
(By Fire Chief Matt Love) It's that time of year again in our community, not spring break, not tourist season, but Hurricane Season! Whether you're a permanent or seasonal resident, new or old, hurricane season is kind of a big deal especially for our beach community.
Lani Kai Hires “Traffic Cop”
It's not what you think. It's another lawyer the hotel has hired to try to salvage its reputation...and stop the Fort Myers Beach town council from passing an ordinance that would create a Nuisance Abatement Board. Meet attorney Ellyn Bogdanoff.
Does FMB Need a Nuisance Abatement Board?
A draft ordinance to create one has come before the council once and will come up again for discussion next month. The City of Cape Coral has an NAB. This Saturday on Beach Talk Radio, Cape Coral Councilwoman Jennifer Nelson joins us to discuss why she worked toward approving the Nuisance Abatement board for her city.
Town Insurance Not So Strong
Last week, after information provided to Town Councilman Jim Atterholt by Town Attorney John Herin, we reported that the town was in pretty solid shape with insurance if it was hit with a Bert Harris lawsuit over the dune walkover. Turns out, that's not really the case.
The Welcome & Discovery Center at Lovers Key
(By Deb Voorhees) At Lovers Key State Park this summer, whether you’re on a hiking trail or heading down to the beach, the sights and sounds of construction are hard to miss.
Donalds, Ruane, Sandelli Move On
Congratulations to Kevin Ruane and Ray Sandelli for winning their Republican primary elections to the Lee County Board of Commissioners. Also, to Byron Donalds who declared victory over Dane Eagle 23%-22% (less than 1,000 votes) in the Republican primary for the 19th Congressional District.
How Much Will A New Bay Oaks Cost?
The answer to that question is still very much up in the air. While the council has earmarked about $6 million for the Bay Oaks rebuild, estimates have come in as high as $20 million. It will all come down to exactly how big and fancy the council wants to get with a final design.
Your FMB Turtle Count Update For The Week
Our friends at Turtle Time have updated the latest Fort Myers Beach turtle stats: There are now 46 remaining nests to hatch compared to last weeks 58. There have not been any additional false crawls to report so they remain at 144.Â
Council Rejects Dune Walkover Offer
By a vote of 3-2 the Fort Myers Beach town council voted to reject an offer made by Estero Boulevard homeowners Eddie Rood and Kurt Kroemer. The homeowners are seeking a special exception for a long walkway that would give them access to the beach behind their homes. They now plan to sue the town.
Creation of Nuisance Abatement Board Moving Forward
It appears the Fort Myers Beach Town Council is moving forward with approving an ordinance that would create a Nuisance Abatement Board. The board is being created to help the community deal with public safety issues on the island. Councilman Jim Atterholt calls it "another tool in the toolbox."