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.
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."
Life Safety Historical Fire Presentation
(By Fire Chief Matt Love) There are moments in history which have defined, molded, and shaped the fire service, some we speak about often and some are forgotten.
Episode #126 of Beach Talk Radio
On Saturday, August 15, our guests were Dane Eagle and Eddie Rood. Eagle is running for the 19th Congressional District of Florida, which includes all of Lee County. And, Estero Boulevard resident Eddie Rood is still battling the town over a dune walkover he is trying to build in his backyard. Plus, Tracey Gore resurfaces with an e-mail that attacks the current town council.
Kudos To Mayor Kevin Ruane
Sanibel Mayor Kevin Ruane was named the Florida League of Cities Municipal Official of 2020 by receiving the prestigious E. Harris Drew Municipal Lifetime Achievement Award at the FLC's annual business meeting.
Times Square Fees May Increase Despite COVID Shutdowns
On October 1st, the square footage fees restaurants pay the town of Fort Myers Beach will increase from $10.00 per square foot to $12.50 per square foot. That is, unless the council decides to delay the increase to help those businesses out. The Mayor does not sound like he wants to help.
It’s Time For A Turtle Update
Our friends at Turtle Time have updated the latest Fort Myers Beach turtle stats: Total nests remain at 131 loggerhead sea turtle nests. There are 58 remaining nests to hatch. There have been 144 false crawls. Exactly what is a false crawl?
Meet The New FMB Women’s Club President
Kathryn Klar was born in Cleveland but lived on the east coast of Florida for 40 years. She came to the island of Fort Myers Beach as a vacationer in the 70's but in January of 2018 decided to make the island her permanent home. Her line of work is Real Estate. The name of the company she works for is FMB Realty.
Atterholdt: Fort Myers Beach Going Through Renaissance
Appearing on episode #125 of Beach Talk Radio, Saturday August 8th, town councilman Jim Atterholdt reeled off a laundry list of positive changes taking place on Fort Myers Beach. He said the island is going through a renaissance.