Fort Myers Beach Town Council Reviews Top Firms for Floodplain Management and GIS Services

Overview: During a recent meeting, the Fort Myers Beach Town Council evaluated and ranked firms for two categories under the RFQ 2406 AD, specifically floodplain management and GIS services. The selection process aims to establish contracts with qualified firms for ongoing professional services. In the floodplain management category, Axis secured the top position, followed by Johnson Engineering, Cap Government, Jr. Evans, and AIM Engineering. For GIS services, Tetratech emerged as the leader, with AIM Engineering, Axis, Bowman, and LJA Engineering following.

Fort Myers Beach Faces Floodplain Compliance Challenges Amid Church Dispute

Overview: The Fort Myers Beach Town Council meeting focused on significant floodplain compliance issues, with a particular emphasis on the non-compliant structures at the First Baptist Church of Fort Myers property. Discussions and testimonies revealed that the town’s compliance with federal floodplain regulations is under scrutiny, requiring concerted efforts from property owners and the town to meet established elevation standards. The meeting also delved into the town’s broader compliance strategies and the challenges of enforcing floodplain regulations in hurricane-prone areas.

Fort Myers Beach Council Approves Arches Redevelopment Amidst Community Concerns

Overview: The Fort Myers Beach Town Council meeting on June 2, 2025, was a moment for local redevelopment efforts, with the council approving a ordinance related to the Arches Resort redevelopment project. The meeting featured discussions on property values, hurricane impacts, and community planning, but the decision to approve ordinance 25-04 for the Arches Resort development stood out as the most significant outcome.

Fort Myers Beach Elementary School’s Future Sparks Intense Deliberation at Town Council Meeting

Overview: The Fort Myers Beach Town Council meeting on May 28th was dominated by urgent discussions regarding the future of Fort Myers Beach Elementary School. Concerned community members, parents, and council members engaged in extensive dialogue about the school’s status, the interlocal agreement with the Lee County School District, and the implications of recent administrative changes. A major point of contention was the perceived lack of communication and transparency from the school district, coupled with the impact of Hurricane Ian on the school’s operations and infrastructure.

Fort Myers Beach Council Discusses New Landing Craft and Mooring Field Developments

Overview: During a recent meeting, the Fort Myers Beach Town Council focused on the acquisition of a new 26-foot landing craft and developments concerning the town’s mooring field. Key discussions centered around the multifunctionality of the new vessel, improvements in data reporting for the marina, and the potential competitive dynamics between the town-operated mooring field and local private marinas.