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On Monday, June 3, Lee County submitted all requested documentation to FEMA demonstrating compliance with the National Flood Insurance Program after Hurricane Ian, including the Lee County’s Floodplain Management Post-Hurricane Ian Compliance Response. Lee County staff provided an update at the Board of County Commissioners regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday that documentation on all 414 […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Entertainment, Events, Featured News, Sports & Outdoors.
The Gasparilla Island Kids Classic tarpon tournament is this Saturday, June 8, organized by the Boca Grande Chamber of Commerce. Registration is from noon to 2 p.m. at the Boca Grande Community Center, with fishing from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. There will be games and fun activities at registration, including laser tag. Awards will […]
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The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve an agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation to use state funding to design a 12-foot wide, mixed-use trail from the Big Carlos Pass Bridge to the Big Hickory Bridge, linking Fort Myers Beach with Bonita Beach. The trail would be part of the Florida […]
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Profiles.
Emma Doras has only been at the Boca Bay Associations for about three weeks, but she brings good experience and a love for Boca Grande with her as the new community association manager and general manager of Boca Bay. She also credits the association’s board with “great foresight” in having Sue Najar remain available to […]
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The Lee County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted for Commissioner and Vice Chairman Kevin Ruane to work with county staff to develop a proposed parking plan for the Lee County portion of Gasparilla Island during its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 4. Vice Chairman Ruane presented the parking as a commissioners’ item that was […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Breaking News, News.
In response to a number of letters sent by island residents concerning parking in Boca Grande, Lee County has released the following statement: “Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on Gilchrist Avenue. “We understand there may be some confusion in the community. Lee County Administration and the Lee County Attorney’s Office […]
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The next meeting of the Lee Board of County Commissioners will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 4. Included on the published agenda is a lease agreement with The Island School to replace air conditioning units. The topic of the board workshop happening at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday is Hurricane Ian Recovery Funding.
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Saturday event benefits Maritime Museum BY BETSY FUGATE JOINER, PRESIDENT GASPARILLA ISLAND MARITIME MUSEUM The mighty “silver king” has been making a spectacular show in the Pass. Fishing action is hot! It’s time to join in the fun. If you aren’t fishing, take a ride out to watch the “dance,” enjoy the sunset and fun, […]
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The Charlotte County Utilities Department reminds residents of year-round water conservation measures. Due to the extreme heat and lack of rain we are seeing higher water usage for irrigation. Compared to last year we are averaging a million gallons more of usage per day. Without a reduction in water demands, we may be required to […]
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The Florida Department of Environment Protection is hosting a meeting of the Blue-Green Algae Task Force at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 4. Members of the public are invited to join in person at the North Florida Research & Education Center – Suwannee Valley, or online on The Florida Channel. If joining virtually, register for the […]