Sommer Senne

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Potential new water restrictions for NE Cape Coral

2 weeks ago | winknews.com | Sommer Senne

A water crisis in Northeast Cape Coral is reaching critical levels, and residents may face new restrictions. Families may have to stop using their irrigation systems entirely due to declining water levels in the Mid-Hawthorne Aquifer, which supplies well water to the area. Residents could still hand water their lawns and flower beds with a hose. However, the use of irrigation or sprinkler systems could be banned entirely. This measure aims to protect the drinking water in the aquifer.
Fort Myers city attorney keeps job after council vote falls short

2 weeks ago | winknews.com | Sommer Senne

Fort Myers City Council members failed to reach a consensus on terminating City Attorney Grant Alley. Despite some members, including Councilwoman Darla Bonk, expressing dissatisfaction with his performance, the motion to remove him did not pass. This comes after council members initially denied a motion for the police department to work with ICE to remove undocumented immigrants.
Fort Myers council members to vote on removing city attorney

2 weeks ago | winknews.com | Sommer Senne

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Collier deputies investigate concerning written message at Oakridge Middle School

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FMB holds hearing to get homes, businesses back into compliance

3 weeks ago | 1029bobfm.com | Sommer Senne

socastcmsRssStartSommer SennesocastcmsRssEndFORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach is in the spotlight Tuesday as hearings will occur, aiming to address homes and businesses not complying with FEMA regulations. The town aims to regain its 25% FEMA flood insurance discount, contingent on meeting specific compliance requirements. Mayor Dan Allers emphasized the town’s efforts to resolve these issues swiftly.
FMB holds hearing to get homes, businesses back into compliance

3 weeks ago | winknews.com | Sommer Senne

Fort Myers Beach is in the spotlight Tuesday as hearings will occur, aiming to address homes and businesses not complying with FEMA regulations. The town aims to regain its 25% FEMA flood insurance discount, contingent on meeting specific compliance requirements. Mayor Dan Allers emphasized the town’s efforts to resolve these issues swiftly.
Changes coming to Social Security identification

4 weeks ago | winknews.com | Sommer Senne

The Social Security Administration is changing how people can verify their identity for retirement, survivors, or family benefits. Verification will now require an online or in-person visit to a Social Security office, as phone verification will no longer be an option. Dr. Thomas Felke, Executive Director of the Shady Rest Institute on Positive Aging, warned that these changes could lead to chaos. “You can’t just walk into a Social Security Administration office and do this,” said Felke.
Collier County Commissioners set to discuss bike, e-bike safety

1 month ago | winknews.com | Sommer Senne

Collier Commissioners will discuss bike and e-bike safety on Tuesday. CREDIT: WINK News Collier County commissioners are set to discuss a new safety ordinance for bicycles and e-bikes. The ordinance aims to establish specific bicycle rules on sidewalks, crosswalks, and intersections within unincorporated Collier County. Some proposed changes include requiring anyone over 16 to ride an e-bike in the bicycle lane instead of on the sidewalk.
Commissioners to hold special meeting on RSW Expansion Project

1 month ago | winknews.com | Sommer Senne

Lee County commissioners will meet Monday to discuss a contract extension for Manhattan Construction, the company in charge of the RSW expansion project. The RSW expansion project continues to face significant delays and budget overruns. The project’s first phase is already four years behind schedule, and the outlook remains grim. Manhattan Construction is requesting a contract extension until 2029 and an additional $346 million in funding. Phase One rendering of RSW Expansion Project.
Florida Senate bill could increase speed limit on interstates

1 month ago | winknews.com | Sommer Senne

A new bill in the Florida Senate could change how fast people can drive on the interstate. Senate Bill 462 could soon raise speed limits on Florida’s turnpikes and interstates from 70 to 75 miles per hour, potentially changing driving conditions across the state. Mark Westra expressed concerns about the proposed increase: “I think it’s fast enough. I mean myself. I mean, people are going to continue always, you know, push the limits anyway.”In contrast, Kyle Twamley supports the bill.