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Upcoming Meetings


November 25, 2025: Joint Town Council & LPA Meeting, 9:00am

Check Social Media for Town Hall Closings during the Week of Thanksgiving

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LeeTran

Free seasonal LeeTran downtown trolley and Fort Myers Beach trams to resume!

LeeTran will resume the free beach tram on Fort Myers Beach, Nov. 20. The free tram will run about every 30-40 minutes, seven days a week from Fort Myers Beach Public Library to Bowditch Point Park. Service begins at 8:20 a.m. daily at Fort Myers Beach Public Library and ends with the last tram leaving Bowditch Point Park at approximately 10:55 p.m.

Please see new route schedules and maps for additional information about these modifications by going to RideLeeTran.com. 

LeeTran is the public transit provider for Lee County. LeeTran operates 25 bus routes during season with around 1600 bus stops around Lee County. LeeTran offers a paratransit service known as Passport and an on-demand service known as ULTRA, which has service areas in Bonita Springs and Lehigh Acres. LeeTran has a staff of nearly 300 people. To learn more about the services offered by LeeTran, or for schedule and fare information, call 239-LEE-TRAN, or visit www.RideLeeTran.com

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ENJOY BAY OAKS!

HOURS OF OPERATION

  • MONDAY - FRIDAY: 8:00AM - 7:00PM
  • SATURDAY/SUNDAY: CLOSED

INDOOR PICKLEBALL

  • DAILY FROM 10:00AM - 12:00PM
  • RESIDENTS: $5
  • NON-RESIDENT: $10
  • NEW! Pickleball is now included with your purchase of a 6-month or annual membership!

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL

  • DAILY FROM 6:00PM - 7:00PM
    • Free with membership
  • RESIDENT: $4 child, $7 adult
  • NON-RESIDENT: $7 child, $10 adult

Bay Oaks also has FREE outdoor pickleball and tennis courts open daily, from dawn to dusk.

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FMBe Prepared Early

Preparing for Hurricane Season, June 1 - November 30!

Hurricane season begins June 1st - use the checklist below to ensure you are prepared for this year's Hurricane Season! 

  • Pick up a Hurricane Re-entry Pass! 
    • If you already have the GREEN re-entry pass, you do not need a new one. 
    • One form of identification that confirms status as a resident or property owner is required to obtain a pass. 
    • Passes can be picked up at Town Hall, located at 2731 Oak Street, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
  • Sign up for CodeRed Alerts!
    • CodeRed is used for emergency and general alerts such as: Bridge Closures, Boil Water Notices, Natural Disasters, Inclement Weather, and Evacuation Notices.
    • The Town of Fort Myers Beach will be TESTING this alert system on May 1, 2025. Sign up prior to this date to ensure you receive our TEST: Register Here!
  • Visit the Town's Hurricane Preparedness Page for important phone numbers, resources, and things to know: Hurricane Preparedness | Town of Fort Myers Beach, FL - Official Website

Questions? Contact us at (239) 765 - 0202!

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Parking Pass

RESIDENT PARKING REMINDER

Fort Myers Beach residents — don’t forget! With a Resident Parking Sticker, you can park for FREE in any Town-designated parking space.

Resident parking stickers are just $50 per year, valid for 12 months from your purchase date.

Stop by Town Hall Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., to get yours today and make beach parking a breeze!

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LeeCounty

Lee County announces operations adjust schedules for Thanksgiving

Most Lee County administrative operations will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Other schedules will be adjusted.

The adjustments include:

Solid Waste

  • Thursday, Nov. 27: All county facilities are closed and no garbage, yard waste or recycling will be collected. Collections will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. 
  • Friday, Nov. 28: Thursday collections will be picked up. The Waste-to-Energy Facility in Buckingham will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to accept waste. The Lee-Hendry Landfill will be open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The LaBelle and Clewiston Transfer Stations will be open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.  

All other Solid Waste facilities will be closed.

  • Saturday, Nov. 29: Friday collections will be picked up. The Buckingham site will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to accept waste. The Lee-Hendry Landfill will be open from 7 a.m. to noon. The LaBelle and Clewiston Transfer Stations will be open 7 a.m. to noon. 

All other Solid Waste facilities will be closed.

Community Development

  • Offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28, in observance of Thanksgiving.
  • The electronic permitting portal will remain open during the closures. Visit www.leegov.com/dcd. 

LeeTran

  • Thursday, Nov. 27: No bus, trolley, beach tram, Mobility on Demand or Passport service.
  • Friday, Nov. 28, Normal service resumes.

Parks & Recreation

  • Thursday, Nov. 27, Friday, Nov. 28, and through the holiday weekend: Boat ramps, beaches, parks and preserves will be open. Check www.leeparks.org for the list of open locations, hours and amenities. 
  • Administration offices, pools and recreation centers are closed Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28. Recreation centers and pools resume normal operating hours Saturday, Nov. 29. Administration offices resume normal operating hours Monday, Dec.1.

Library System

  • All branches will close at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, with the exception of Captiva Memorial Library, which closes at 4 p.m., and Home Borrower Services, which closes at 5 p.m. 
  • Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28: All libraries will be closed. The library always is available online at www.leelibrary.net/online.
  • Saturday, Nov. 29: Normal library hours resume.

Domestic Animal Services

  • Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28: The shelter at 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers, will be closed. 
  • Saturday, Nov. 30: The Lost & Found Pet Center will reopen for regular hours at 8 a.m. The adoption center will open at 9:30 a.m. Doors open at 8 a.m. for paperwork.

Utilities

  • The Call Center and the drive-thru window at 7391 College Parkway are closed Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28, and will reopen Monday, Dec. 1.
  • A drop-box is on-site at the front door and another accessible via the drive-thru for payments by check.
  • Payments can be made at any time at https://myutilities.leegov.com or 1-855-895-6939.

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Spelling Bee

Spelling Bee at Bay Oaks!

Think you’ve got what it takes to be the ultimate speller? Put your skills to the test at our upcoming Spelling Bee! 

Register now to claim your spot and compete for bragging rights (and prizes!). 

Sign up at the following link: https://www.fortmyersbeachfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/24637/Spelling-Bee-Flyer-Registration?bidId=

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Town of FMB Beach Wheelchair Loan Program!


The Town of Fort Myers Beach is excited to announce that TWO beach wheelchairs are now available for loan!

This specialized chair is designed for use on sand, helping residents and visitors with mobility challenges enjoy the beach with ease and comfort.

Available on a first-come, first-served basis, for FREE — just contact our Public Works Department at (239) 765-0202 ext. 1502. Town staff will take a quick photo of your ID at the time of loan.

We’re happy to bring back this initiative as we continue our commitment to making Fort Myers Beach accessible and enjoyable for everyone!

If the Town's wheelchairs are unavailable, many local businesses have some for rent! Check out the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce website for more details. 


Beach

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MH

Visit Mound House!

Interested in diving into the history of Fort Myers Beach and the Calusa, or maybe seeing nature and enjoying a quiet day on the water? Mound House is the perfect place for you! 

Museum hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Grounds Hours: Daily, 7:00am - 6:00pm

Kayak Tours: Wednesday - Saturday, 9:00am - 11:00am

Sunset Kayak Tours: Fridays, two hours before sunset - Check MH website for availability

Visit Mound House website for more information!

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Informed

Town of Fort Myers Beach Outlines Enforcement Process for Unkept Properties

The Town of Fort Myers Beach is committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and welcoming community for all residents. To support this effort, the Town has outlined the enforcement process for unkept properties and the tools available to ensure compliance with community standards.

Unkept Property Enforcement Steps

  1. Report or Identification – Property flagged by residents, inspectors, or Town of Fort Myers Beach Code enforcement Officers.
  2. Inspection – Conducted within 7–10 days by Town of Fort Myers Beach Code Enforcement Officer.
  3. Notice of Violation – Sent within 5 days; includes corrective actions and a reasonable time for compliance (generally 15–30 day deadline).
  4. Compliance Period – Owner contacts the Town of Fort Myers Beach Code Enforcement Division with Notice of Violation corrections or request for extension.
  5. Follow-Up Inspection – If resolved, the case is closed. If not, move to a hearing before the Special Magistrate for the possible imposition of fines and fees/costs. The Current Special Magistrate fee is $250.00, and costs of mailing will be requested from the Special Magistrate if a hearing is requested.
  6. Fines & Citations – Begin as ordered by the Special Magistrate at the hearing.
  7. Town Abatement – The Special Magistrate may direct the Town to abate the violation, including demolition; with the costs billed to the property owner.

Tools Used in the Enforcement Process

  • Code Enforcement Officers 
  • Hearings before Special Magistrate
  • Abatement Policy – as ordered by the Special Magistrate
  • Lien Placement – as ordered by the Special Magistrate 

Residents are encouraged to report concerns or learn more about property standards by visiting https://www.fortmyersbeachfl.gov/181/Code-Compliance or calling (239) 765 – 0202.

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fitness schedule

New fitness classes are coming this October!

  • Spin with Sue Anderson – Mondays & Thursday at 8:00 AM

  • Senior Spin with Sue Anderson – Mondays & Thursdays at 9:15 AM

  • Gentle Resistance Yoga with Annie Neaf – Wednesdays at 9:00 AM

  • Zumba with Jian Tang Heinel – Wednesdays & Fridays at 10:15 AM

  • Iyengar Yoga with Susan Carter – Fridays at 9:00 AM

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MY DAFE FL HOME

MY SAFE FL HOME

The Florida Legislature has allocated $280 million for the 2025–2026 fiscal year to fund new Wind-mitigation Inspections and Grants under the My Safe Florida Home (MSFH) Program!

MSFH is now accepting applications! To see if you qualify and apply, please visit: https://mysafeflhome.com/

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BAY OAKS CLUB REC IS BACK!

Bay Oaks Afterschool Care is the place to be for students K-5th on

Fort Myers Beach!

  • When: Monday - Friday from August 11, 2025 - December 19, 2025
  • Times: End of school - 6:00pm
  • Pricing: $125/Resident per child; $175/Non-Resident per child

Sign up today!

Will McKannay

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FMBInformed

Election Sign Removal Reminder

Now that the election has passed, please remember to remove all campaign signs by TODAY Friday, November 7, 2025. Let’s keep our community looking clean and beautiful — thank you for doing your part, Fort Myers Beach!

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Public Information Requests

For all media and public information inquiries, please contact us at PublicInfo@fmbgov.com or (239) 765-0202 [option 8].

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informed

Projects Around Town!

Interested in learning about the progress of various projects on the Island? Visit the Town's Projects around Town page for the latest details!

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Bike Safety!

The Town of Fort Myers Beach now allows electric bikes on the sidewalk. Please do your part to keep yourself and others safe by following these rules:

  • Always ride with traffic, never against.
  • Maximum speed is 15mph when on a sidewalk.
  • Wear light and bright clothing, especially in the evening.
  • DO NOT use cell phones or ear buds. 
  • Always yield to pedestrians and walk your bicycle when using a designated crosswalk.
  • Lights must be on the front and rear of the bicycle at night.
  • REQUIRED: audible device - horn, bell, voice saying “ON YOUR LEFT”, etc.
  • ALWAYS yield to pedestrians.
Bike Safety

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Dogs are welcome on FMB! 

Enjoy FMB with your canine friends, but please remember some important things to make the experience as enjoyable for everyone else as it is for you:

  • Dogs must be on a (6ft max) leash and under the owner’s control at all times. 
  • Owners must clean up after their animals and deposit animal waste in the trash receptacles located at each public beach access. 
  • Dogs are not permitted in the Little Estero Critical Wildlife Area, which includes all wetlands, beaches and land extending southward from the Holiday Inn to the boundary signs at Mulholland Point.

Sec. 6-31. - Leash requirement

Dogs Allowed

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Bayside Park

Bayside Park Concert Series

Enjoy A Relaxing Concert on the Back Bay EVERY SUNDAY!


To view a list of performers, visit the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce Website!

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