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February 2, 2022 / Issue #2022-5
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Cold weather policy for FMB Community Pool
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Our facility will be closed when the air temperature
is 55°F or below.
This policy is consistent with other aquatic facilities in the area and is meant to support the health, safety, and well-being of our lifeguard staff and guests We will be following the air temperature and not factoring in the wind chill. For consistency, we will be using the Weatherbug.com website and app.
Questions? Contact Chris Bornfleth, CPRP, Recreation Campus Manager, Parks and Recreation Department, (239) 765-4222
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Message from Lee County about trash, recycling
and yard waste pick up
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Lee County Solid Waste customers should see service improvements over the coming weeks as staffing levels among Lee County's contracted haulers are beginning to rebound from recent shortages. Your continued patience is appreciated.
More information on impacted routes and how the County is prioritizing collections is available at https://www.leegov.com/performance/routeimpacts. |
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Beach Elementary School Improvements
As part of the redevelopment for the Bay Oaks Recreational Campus, in exchange for land, the Town made some improvements to the Lee County School Board Property, known as Beach Elementary. Beach Elementary School adjoins Bay Oaks.
Completed improvements include a new outdoor basketball court, sidewalks, covered parking structure, and repaved parking lot. Improvements to come include a new playground structure.
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Demo of Bayside Park has begun
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In an effort to save money, the Public Works Department is performing demolition of the shade structure and removing all pavers from the area which will be pressure washed and reused. |
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FREE drop-off event for household chemical waste is February 16 at Bay Oaks
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On Wednesday, February 16, 2022, the Town will host a free drop-event for household chemical waste in partnership with the Lee County Solid Waste Department.
This 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 managed by Lee County staff.
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 household chemical waste drop-off location. This location is off Metro Parkway in south Fort Myers at 6441 Topaz Court.
Additional collection events are scheduled this year on May 18 and August 17.
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Shrimp Festival returns this year on March 12 and 13
A special event permit was approved by Town Council at its regular meeting on Monday, Jan. 24, for the 64th Annual Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival to be held on March 12 and 13, 2022. The event is organized by the Fort Myers Beach Lions Club. |
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Volunteers needed to help in the Marine Resources Task Force's booth at the Shrimp Festival
The Town's Marine Resource Task Force (MRTF) will be hosting its Pop-Up Environmental Education Booth at the Shrimp Festival at Lynn Hall Park on March 12 and 13. Local organizations and their volunteers are invited to help with this booth. Here is the schedule of openings:
Saturday, March 12
9-12 P.M. (3hr) 10-2 P.M. (4hr)
12-3 P.M. (3hr) 2-6 P.M. (4hr)
3-6 P.M. (3hr)
Sunday, March 13
9-12 P.M. (3hr) 10-2 (4hr)
12-3 P.M. (3hr) 2-5:30 (4hr)
2-5 P.M. (3hr)
Interested in volunteering? Contact:
Jennifer Rusk, MRTF Member
757-450-5451
jruskfmb@gmail.com
Parking will be a challenge for this very popular event and volunteers are asked to arrive early and plan on traffic delays. A parking pass for town-owned parking spots will be supplied to volunteers. Parking will also be available within a ten minute walk from Lynn Hall Park.
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Join the Town's Anchorage Advisory Committee
for the annual
Cruiser's Appreciation Day
under the Matanzas Pass Bridge
on Friday, March 25, from 1 to 5 p.m.
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Fort Myers Beach was named the No. 5Best of the Best Trending Destinations in the U.S. in the 2022 Travelers' Choice Awards from Tripadvisor
Read more |
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Use this link to check on traffic from one of the Town's three traffic cams before you head out
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Sea Turtle Conservancy is focusing on single family houses and small condos for its retrofit lighting grant program. Learn more
Interested in participating? Call STC 352-373-6441
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Is someone you know looking for a job? |
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Bicycle bells & lights for purchase at Town Hall
Stop by Town Hall during business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 2525 Estero Boulevard
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Bells are $3
Lights are $4
Supply is limited |
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Environmental education booth schedule Representatives from the Marine Resources Task Force (MRTF) are hosting a pop-up educational booth
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Keep up on the schedule of Town Council and advisory committee meetingsAll meetings are at Town Hall, 2525 Estero BoulevardLive and recorded meetings can also be viewed on the
Town's YouTube channel and live meetings can be watched on Comcast Channel 98 View the meeting calendar on the Town's website for theUpcoming meetings
Friday, February 4 / 2:15 p.m.Bid Opening - ITB-22-10-EN Laguna Channel DredgeMonday, February 7 / 9:00 a.m.Town Council Meeting Tuesday, February 8 / 9:00 a.m.Local Planning Agency (LPA) Meeting Tuesday, February 8 / 12:00 p.m.Public Safety Committee (PSC) Meeting Thursday, February 10 / 9:00 a.m.Town Council Management & Planning Session*Meetings are subject to change; please refer to the agendas posted on the Town's Website.
Town Hall is open for walk-in service from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Appointments are strongly encouraged to minimize wait times. Call 239-765-0202 to schedule an appointment with the appropriate department.
NOTE: All employees in Town Hall might not yet be fully vaccinated against COVID.
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Status on bids and proposals
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
Currently open for Bid
ITB-22-10-EN Laguna Channel Dredge
The Town of Fort Myers Beach seeks to contract with a qualified contractor to maintenance dredge to a depth of no more than seven feet below mean low water, removing approximately 6,600 cubic yards at Big Carlos Pass/Laguna Shores, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 in Big Carlos Pass.
Friday, February 4 / 2:15 p.m.
Bid Opening - ITB-22-10-EN Laguna Channel Dredge |
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