A Message from
Mayor John Gunter
As we find ourselves amid hot summer days and prepare for a new school year, I want to extend my appreciation for your continued dedication to our community.
We must remain prepared with hurricane season in full swing until November 30. I urge you to utilize the Cape Coral Hurricane Prep Guide, a new resource to help you and your family get ready for any potential storms.
August is busy, and much of our efforts will be spent on the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The City's operating budget is a municipality's most important work product. State law requires us to adopt a balanced budget annually. As a community member, understanding the budget and process will give you a voice in your community's priorities. Budget workshops will be held on August 8 and August 15, and you are encouraged to share your input during these public meetings.
Respectfully,
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Police Training Facility Groundbreaking Set for August 18
A groundbreaking ceremony for the new Police Training Facility will be held on Friday, August 18, at 9:00 a.m. at 1020 Kismet Parkway W.
The Police Training Facility will include an indoor firing range, a simulation training room, classrooms, an armory, a workshop, and office space. The Cape Coral Police Department has never had a dedicated training facility.
As a result, officers have always had to travel outside of the City for firearms and other specialized training. Once this project is completed, the Department will be able to conduct a vast array of specialized and advanced training at this facility, ensuring officers can maintain the highest quality of standards that are at the heart of the Cape Coral Police Department.
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Cape Coral Dedicating Parking Space for Purple Heart Veterans
The City of Cape Coral invites the public to a dedication ceremony for a Purple Heart parking space at City Hall on Wednesday, August 2, at 10:00 a.m.
The ceremony will be held in the City Hall Parking Lot at 1015 Cultural Park Boulevard. No reservation is required to attend.
This parking space will be reserved in honor of service members who were wounded in combat while serving in the U.S. military and received the Purple Heart award.
According to the Wounded Warrior Foundation, an estimated 1.8 million Purple Heart recipients have transitioned back into civilian life. The City of Cape Coral proudly recognizes these heroes' significant sacrifices.
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Development Discussions Outreach Program Begins
The City of Cape Coral is kicking off a new outreach initiative called Development Discussions to help residents and developers connect with and learn more about the City's Development Services Division.
The first meeting will be held on Thursday, August 3, from 7:30-10:00 a.m. at Knickers Pub, Coral Oaks Golf Course,1800 Northwest 28th Avenue.
Development Discussions aims to provide information on how to navigate as a developer and the best way to obtain information as a resident. Attendees will also be able to connect with various industry professionals.
The event is free and open to the public with RSVP. Read more-->
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Proposed Millage Rate Approved by Council
City Council approved the City Manager’s proposed millage rate, or “not-to-exceed” millage rate, of 5.3694 at the City Council Meeting on July 26, 2023.
The final millage rate cannot be set higher than the proposed millage rate. The final millage rate will be set at public hearings held in September.
The meeting to adopt the budget is scheduled for Thursday, September 21, at 5:05 p.m. in Council Chambers.
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Cape Coral to Host Budget Workshops
The City of Cape Coral will hold workshops for the Proposed 2024 Budget on Tuesday, August 8, and Tuesday, August 15, at 2 p.m. in Council Chambers, 1015 Cultural Park Boulevard.
These workshops are open to the public and will provide a comprehensive overview of the proposed budget, outlining key priorities, projects, and allocations. The public will also be able to provide input to City Council and staff.
Contact the City Clerk at (239) 574-0417 for more details or assistance.
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Back to School Safety
While it may be hard to believe, it is "Back to School" time! According to a report by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, now is the most dangerous time of year for pedestrians.
Below are some safety tips to follow as summer vacation wraps up and students head back to school.
1. Respect the big yellow bus. Yield when they are attempting to merge, maintain a significant distance behind them, and never pass a stopped school bus.
2. Get in the zone. Always abide by school zone speed limits (usually 20mph) and look out for pedestrians.
3. Watch pedestrians. Pedestrians also need to remain visible* and abide by the rules of the road.
4. Do not be distracted. Stay focused on driving. Do not allow yourself to be distracted by phones, GPS, electronic devices, etc.
5. Buckle up. Always keep your seatbelt fastened. It’s the law, and it saves lives!
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The Cape Coral Fire Department is offering FREE backpack reflective flashers to help students be more visible as they wait for the bus or walk to school in the mornings.
Please stop by any of the City’s 12 fire stations or the Fire Administration building to pick one up!
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Cape Coral Police Department News
The men and women of the Cape Coral Police Department work hard every day to help keep our City safe. Follow CCPD on Facebook for regular news and updates.
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Third Quarter Updates Presented to Council
Staff presented updates on a broad range of items at the City Council's Committee of the Whole meeting on July 19, 2023. Click the links below to see the Capital Improvement Project (CIP) presentations:
In addition to CIP reports, the following offices presented their third-quarter activity reports. Click the links below to view the presentions:
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City Partners with Habitat for Humanity on Hurricane Ian Relief
The City of Cape Coral is partnering with Habitat for Humanity to help residents repair hurricane damage to their homes.
Habitat for Humanity's Hurricane Recovery Home Repair Program is designed to assist homeowners with making repairs such as roof repair or replacement, siding, drywall, painting, windows, and doors.
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Bulk Waste Day at City Hall Set for August 5
The City partners with Waste Pro and Lee County's Solid Waste Division to offer quarterly drop-off events to collect bulk items and household chemical waste (HCW). The next Bulk Waste event will be held on Saturday, August 5.
Waste will be collected from 7:00-11:00 a.m. in the City Hall parking lot at 1015 Cultural Park Boulevard. Proof of residency may be required to drop off items.
To see what kinds of items will be accepted at the event, Read More-->
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Citizens Encouraged to Take NRC Survey
The City of Cape Coral is in the process of conducting the biennial Citizen Survey with assistance from the National Research Center, Inc. The NRC has a “National Citizen Survey” template that many municipalities use to solicit public opinion on a broad range of City services.
Earlier this summer, about 2,500 Cape Coral citizens were randomly selected to participate in the mail survey. If you received a survey invitation in the mail, it is important that you complete that version (using the URL provided in the mailed materials) rather than clicking on the open participation survey/link below.
If you did NOT receive a survey in the mail, please click on the button below to provide your input on a broad range of city services.
Once the survey is complete and the results tabulated, the findings will be presented to City Council.
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Code Compliance Manager Named Florida Association of Code Enforcement President
Todd Hoagland, City of Cape Coral Code Compliance Manager, recently assumed the role of the Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) president.
FACE, established in 1989, is Florida’s premier code enforcement organization, devoted to providing exceptional, cutting-edge training for the advancement of Florida’s code enforcement professionals. The association is dedicated to promoting the safety, personal awareness, education, advocacy, and recognition for its 2,400 members.
Hoagland holds a Master of Administrative Science from Fairleigh Dickinson University and is a Master Trainer for the Florida Institute of Government. Hoagland is a resident of Cape Coral with his wife and three children and enjoys volunteering on the Board of Directors for Keep Lee County Beautiful.
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August Activities Around Cape Coral
*Pre-registration required
Tuesday, August 1
Wednesday, August 2
Thursday, August 3
Saturday, August 5
Friday, August 11
Saturday, August 12
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"Just for Fun Dog Show" at Rotary Park, 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Friday, August 18
- Groundbreaking for Cape Coral Police Training Center, 9:00 a.m.
Sunday, August 20
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