Thursday, December 29, 2011
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Wednesday, December 28, 2011
RSW FORT MYERS DIRECT FLIGHTS TO PROVIDENCE AND HARTFORD
The Lee County Port Authority has announced that Southwest Airlines will inaugurate seasonal nonstop service between Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Hartford, Conn. (BDL), as well as nonstop flights between RSW and Providence, R.I. (PVD). The flights begin Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012 and will operate daily through Monday, April 9, 2012.
"This is an exciting announcement for Southwest Florida International Airport as these flights serve top markets in New England with high passenger demand to our region," said Robert M. Ball, A.A.E., executive director of the Lee County Port Authority. "We are confident that this service will be successful and with the support of our area visitor bureaus, hotel and attraction partners we can look forward to expanding these flights in the future."
For more information about the flights and to make reservations, visit the Southwest Airlines website at www.southwest.com.
"This is an exciting announcement for Southwest Florida International Airport as these flights serve top markets in New England with high passenger demand to our region," said Robert M. Ball, A.A.E., executive director of the Lee County Port Authority. "We are confident that this service will be successful and with the support of our area visitor bureaus, hotel and attraction partners we can look forward to expanding these flights in the future."
For more information about the flights and to make reservations, visit the Southwest Airlines website at www.southwest.com.
FORT MYERS FLORIDA HOME OF BOSTON RED SOX SPRING TRAINING
The Boston Red Sox announced Monday that 2012 spring training ticket sales set a record.
Tickets went on sale Saturday for the inaugural season of JetBlue Park at Fenway South, the team’s new 106-acre Spring Training and Player Development Complex in south Fort Myers.
The number of tickets sold Saturday through Sunday was 34,705 – the highest since 2006 when 34,315 tickets were sold for the 2007 Spring Training season.
“We are grateful for the extraordinary support fans have shown this weekend – many of whom were lining up days in advance for an opportunity to purchase tickets to the opening season of JetBlue Park at Fenway South,” said Red Sox Executive Vice President/Business Affairs Jonathan Gilula.
Tickets can be purchased at the City of Palms Park ticket office in Fort Myers Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., online at redsox.com, or by phone at 877-REDSOX9. Fans who require ADA accessible seating may also call 877-REDSOX9. Hearing impaired fans may call the Red Sox TTY line at (617) 226-6644.
Tickets went on sale Saturday for the inaugural season of JetBlue Park at Fenway South, the team’s new 106-acre Spring Training and Player Development Complex in south Fort Myers.
The number of tickets sold Saturday through Sunday was 34,705 – the highest since 2006 when 34,315 tickets were sold for the 2007 Spring Training season.
“We are grateful for the extraordinary support fans have shown this weekend – many of whom were lining up days in advance for an opportunity to purchase tickets to the opening season of JetBlue Park at Fenway South,” said Red Sox Executive Vice President/Business Affairs Jonathan Gilula.
Tickets can be purchased at the City of Palms Park ticket office in Fort Myers Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., online at redsox.com, or by phone at 877-REDSOX9. Fans who require ADA accessible seating may also call 877-REDSOX9. Hearing impaired fans may call the Red Sox TTY line at (617) 226-6644.
FORT MYERS FLORIDA REAL ESTATE FORECLOSURE LIST MLS
Check out the Fort Myers, Florida foreclosures at the right of the site, under SW FLORIDA PROPERTES FOR SALE. Always current, direct from the local MLS.
CAPE CORAL FLORIDA REAL ESTATE FORECLOSURE LIST MLS
Check out the Cape Coral Florida foreclosures at the right of the site, under SW FLORIDA PROPERTIES FOR SALE. Always current, direct from the local MLS. Cape Coral short sale link coming soon.
CAPE CORAL PINE ISLAND RD WIDENING WILL OPEN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The recently approved partnership between the City and the Florida Department
of Transportation will create new and exciting opportunities for economic
development on the two-mile stretch of Pine Island Road between
Chiquita Boulevard and Burnt Store Road. City staff already has started to create a
vision and marketing plan for this stretch of roadway, much like the Veterans Investment
Zone, or “VIZ,” marketing for the area surrounding the new Veterans Clinic.
“The possibilities for economic development associated with the widening of
Pine Island Road are simply incredible,” said City Manager Gary King. “The 10-year
projection of economic impact at build-out could be in the billions of dollars range.”
With its large parcels, this two-mile stretch of road could support about 7 million
square feet of development with 6,000 to 7,000 employees. This area has been
touted as a potential location for the city’s first shopping mall. If this were to happen,
not only would it provide jobs, a mall would create a destination location in the
city. This would attract other developments and employment opportunities.
Marketing ideas could include:
Naming the area
Renaming Pine Island Road in that area
Creating new development standards to ensure the type of development that
would be the highest and best uses
Incentivizing uses that most closely connect the actual development to the
vision
The city invites any and all ideas about how this section of Pine Island Road
should be developed. Those interested in providing their thoughts should email
them to the Economic Development Department at ecodev@capecoral.net.
of Transportation will create new and exciting opportunities for economic
development on the two-mile stretch of Pine Island Road between
Chiquita Boulevard and Burnt Store Road. City staff already has started to create a
vision and marketing plan for this stretch of roadway, much like the Veterans Investment
Zone, or “VIZ,” marketing for the area surrounding the new Veterans Clinic.
“The possibilities for economic development associated with the widening of
Pine Island Road are simply incredible,” said City Manager Gary King. “The 10-year
projection of economic impact at build-out could be in the billions of dollars range.”
With its large parcels, this two-mile stretch of road could support about 7 million
square feet of development with 6,000 to 7,000 employees. This area has been
touted as a potential location for the city’s first shopping mall. If this were to happen,
not only would it provide jobs, a mall would create a destination location in the
city. This would attract other developments and employment opportunities.
Marketing ideas could include:
Naming the area
Renaming Pine Island Road in that area
Creating new development standards to ensure the type of development that
would be the highest and best uses
Incentivizing uses that most closely connect the actual development to the
vision
The city invites any and all ideas about how this section of Pine Island Road
should be developed. Those interested in providing their thoughts should email
them to the Economic Development Department at ecodev@capecoral.net.
THE CITY OF CAPE CORAL - THERE'S AN APP FOR THAT
The City of Cape Coral has launched a new “mobile app,” which delivers
services to citizens, visitors and customers in the palms of their hands.
The City has partnered with a local Cape Coral company, Palmer Applications
LLC, to develop a free mobile app specifically for Cape Coral government.
The mobile app will function on all three major smartphone platforms:
iPhone, Android and Blackberry. The application is available as a free download
at iTunes, Google Apps Marketplace and Blackberry App World.
“We have stepped into the smartphone arena and now have our own custom
mobile app,” said Connie Barron, Public Information Director for the City.
“With the mobile app, citizens will be able to stay in touch with City government
via their cell phones.”
Stephen Donato and Steven Palmer with Palmer Applications LLC,
have been working with the City Manager’s Office to create a government
mobile app for the City of Cape Coral.
To download the City’s free app, go to the appropriate market for
your smartphone apps. Search for “Cape Coral” to locate the app.
Once downloaded, users can keep up with Cape Coral news and
events. They can report problems, request information, find crime
stats, check permits and pay bills. The City already is looking at
adding additional features including the ability to buy tickets for Sun
Splash and reserve tee times at Coral Oaks.
services to citizens, visitors and customers in the palms of their hands.
The City has partnered with a local Cape Coral company, Palmer Applications
LLC, to develop a free mobile app specifically for Cape Coral government.
The mobile app will function on all three major smartphone platforms:
iPhone, Android and Blackberry. The application is available as a free download
at iTunes, Google Apps Marketplace and Blackberry App World.
“We have stepped into the smartphone arena and now have our own custom
mobile app,” said Connie Barron, Public Information Director for the City.
“With the mobile app, citizens will be able to stay in touch with City government
via their cell phones.”
Stephen Donato and Steven Palmer with Palmer Applications LLC,
have been working with the City Manager’s Office to create a government
mobile app for the City of Cape Coral.
To download the City’s free app, go to the appropriate market for
your smartphone apps. Search for “Cape Coral” to locate the app.
Once downloaded, users can keep up with Cape Coral news and
events. They can report problems, request information, find crime
stats, check permits and pay bills. The City already is looking at
adding additional features including the ability to buy tickets for Sun
Splash and reserve tee times at Coral Oaks.
CAPE CORAL CRA UNDERGROUND POWER LINE
In April, LCEC began installing
the underground 138KV
electric power transmission
line from Del Prado Boulevard to
South Cape Substation in the CRA
District. The first of three access
vaults was installed on SE 46th Lane.
When completed, the new
transmission line will connect the
substation in the CRA to the Everest
substation, completing a power transmission loop between major substations
throughout the city. This loop will provide alternate power sources to the CRA
area for increased system reliability and reduce the potential for overloading
the system.
the underground 138KV
electric power transmission
line from Del Prado Boulevard to
South Cape Substation in the CRA
District. The first of three access
vaults was installed on SE 46th Lane.
When completed, the new
transmission line will connect the
substation in the CRA to the Everest
substation, completing a power transmission loop between major substations
throughout the city. This loop will provide alternate power sources to the CRA
area for increased system reliability and reduce the potential for overloading
the system.
CITY OF CAPE CORAL ENERGY SAVINGS EFFORTS
The City of Cape Coral is continuing its
efforts to reduce energy use at its many
facilities. The City is aiming for a 10 percent
reduction by 2012 and 40 percent reduction
by 2025.
At the William “Bill” Austen Youth Center and
Eagle Skate Park many lost cost/no cost improvements
were implemented about a year ago to air
conditioning control, lighting and energy management
practices. These improvements produced a
37 percent reduction in electricity usage during the
12 months ending in March (compared to 2008).
This reduction was achieved even as events and
programs at these facilities more than doubled.
The electricity savings from these facilities is
equivalent to the annual power usage of seven typical
homes in our area. With their current trend
of energy reduction, the Youth Center and Skate Park complex is likely to
soon be the first City of Cape Coral facility to surpass our 2025 goal to reduce
energy usage by 40 percent.
The City of Cape Coral’s Energy Team has implemented 20 projects, which
will result in an annual savings exceeding $388,000. The energy use reduction
is equivalent to the annual electricity use of 106 typical homes in our area.
Additional improvements in progress will be completed this summer with
additional savings exceeding $66,000 (54 more homes).
Total electricity usage in City facilities through March is unchanged since
2008; however, the facilities include the new Police Headquarters and Fire Station
1 built after 2008. These structures account for about 6 percent of recent
usage. Overall, electricity costs are up by 26 percent due to rate increases.
Under the leadership of Brian Fenske (acting Water Reclamation Superintendent),
process improvements were implemented at the City's water
reclamation plants in 2008 that have reduced electricity usage for the past 12
months by 11 percent. The annual electricity savings would power 115 homes
in our area. The long-term impact of these improvements has not yet been
evaluated. Treatment Plant Operator, a national trade publication, ran a nice
article on these improvements last year.
City Hall power use is down 17 percent during the 12 months ending in
March (compared to 2008) for a $50,000 reduction. This reduction would
power 35 equivalent homes. Much of the energy reduction was achieved after
more than 1,000 light bulbs were removed, computers were powered down
during non-work hours and the air conditioning system was adjusted.
Air conditioning settings now are being set at 78 F in most City facilities.
Our studies show that air conditioning power use is reduced by about 8 percent
for every degree increase in control setting. At City Hall after the temperatures
were increased about 2 degrees to 3 degrees, the electricity use was
cut by 15 percent in the first 18 days of April compared to the same days last
year, even though it was considerably hotter this year. This savings would
power 23 homes.
Parks and Recreation, Finance, Public Works, Water Reclamation
and the City’s drinking water wells have surpassed the City’s 10 percent
2012 reduction goal.
efforts to reduce energy use at its many
facilities. The City is aiming for a 10 percent
reduction by 2012 and 40 percent reduction
by 2025.
At the William “Bill” Austen Youth Center and
Eagle Skate Park many lost cost/no cost improvements
were implemented about a year ago to air
conditioning control, lighting and energy management
practices. These improvements produced a
37 percent reduction in electricity usage during the
12 months ending in March (compared to 2008).
This reduction was achieved even as events and
programs at these facilities more than doubled.
The electricity savings from these facilities is
equivalent to the annual power usage of seven typical
homes in our area. With their current trend
of energy reduction, the Youth Center and Skate Park complex is likely to
soon be the first City of Cape Coral facility to surpass our 2025 goal to reduce
energy usage by 40 percent.
The City of Cape Coral’s Energy Team has implemented 20 projects, which
will result in an annual savings exceeding $388,000. The energy use reduction
is equivalent to the annual electricity use of 106 typical homes in our area.
Additional improvements in progress will be completed this summer with
additional savings exceeding $66,000 (54 more homes).
Total electricity usage in City facilities through March is unchanged since
2008; however, the facilities include the new Police Headquarters and Fire Station
1 built after 2008. These structures account for about 6 percent of recent
usage. Overall, electricity costs are up by 26 percent due to rate increases.
Under the leadership of Brian Fenske (acting Water Reclamation Superintendent),
process improvements were implemented at the City's water
reclamation plants in 2008 that have reduced electricity usage for the past 12
months by 11 percent. The annual electricity savings would power 115 homes
in our area. The long-term impact of these improvements has not yet been
evaluated. Treatment Plant Operator, a national trade publication, ran a nice
article on these improvements last year.
City Hall power use is down 17 percent during the 12 months ending in
March (compared to 2008) for a $50,000 reduction. This reduction would
power 35 equivalent homes. Much of the energy reduction was achieved after
more than 1,000 light bulbs were removed, computers were powered down
during non-work hours and the air conditioning system was adjusted.
Air conditioning settings now are being set at 78 F in most City facilities.
Our studies show that air conditioning power use is reduced by about 8 percent
for every degree increase in control setting. At City Hall after the temperatures
were increased about 2 degrees to 3 degrees, the electricity use was
cut by 15 percent in the first 18 days of April compared to the same days last
year, even though it was considerably hotter this year. This savings would
power 23 homes.
Parks and Recreation, Finance, Public Works, Water Reclamation
and the City’s drinking water wells have surpassed the City’s 10 percent
2012 reduction goal.
LOW CRIME STATISTICS IN CAPE CORAL FLORIDA
The City of Cape Coral has been, and continues to be, one of the safer cities in the state of Florida. Each year, statistics show that Cape Coral is one of the top three or four safest cities with populations of more than 100,000 people.
Our Cape Coral Police Department prides itself on providing great services and keeping our community as safe as possible. That is why the department strives to maintain highly regarded certifications from state and national accreditation agencies.
Our Cape Coral Police Department prides itself on providing great services and keeping our community as safe as possible. That is why the department strives to maintain highly regarded certifications from state and national accreditation agencies.
CAPE CORAL FLORIDA WEATHER
One of the most attractive features of Cape Coral and Southwest Florida is its terrific year-round weather. The area averages 335 days of bright sunshine each year (the other 30 days are just moderate sunshine). While the summers are very warm, humid and rainy, the winters in Cape Coral are absolutely beautiful.
Southwest Florida receives about 53 inches of rain each year, the majority of which falls from May through September. During the summer months, afternoon rains regularly roll in with heavy downpours and stormy conditions that may last only a couple of hours before subsiding. Then the sun reappears, heat and humidity return, and all is well until the next day when the cycle begins again.
The city is affected by the annual hurricane season, which begins June 1 and continues through November.
Air Temperatures:
Annual Average: 74.4 F
High Average: 84.1 F
Low Average: 64.7 F
Annual Rainfall: 53.37 inches
Southwest Florida receives about 53 inches of rain each year, the majority of which falls from May through September. During the summer months, afternoon rains regularly roll in with heavy downpours and stormy conditions that may last only a couple of hours before subsiding. Then the sun reappears, heat and humidity return, and all is well until the next day when the cycle begins again.
The city is affected by the annual hurricane season, which begins June 1 and continues through November.
Air Temperatures:
Annual Average: 74.4 F
High Average: 84.1 F
Low Average: 64.7 F
Annual Rainfall: 53.37 inches
MORE ABOUT THE CITY OF CAPE CORAL FLORIDA
Cape Coral was built about 40 years ago by two land speculators who believed that the property's location on the Gulf Coast provided abundant sunshine and almost endless opportunities for waterfront living.
The Rosen brothers purchased the property, platted the community and created more than 400 miles of canals. The Census Bureau reports Cape Coral is the 3rd largest city by land mass, with an area of 115 square miles." The brothers began a massive marketing campaign that resulted in the sale of nearly all of the 350,000 residential building sites, the majority to people who lived in other states.
One of the fastest growing areas in Florida
The City incorporated in August 1970, and its population continues to grow rapidly. With more than 160,000 residents, Cape Coral is one of the fastest growing areas in Florida. Cape Coral is the 3rd largest city geographically in the state of Florida and is the 11th largest city in population.
The city is a large peninsula on the Gulf Coast of Florida and is bordered by the Caloosahatchee River on the east and Matlacha Pass on the west. The city is located about 90 minutes south of Sarasota.
The Rosen brothers purchased the property, platted the community and created more than 400 miles of canals. The Census Bureau reports Cape Coral is the 3rd largest city by land mass, with an area of 115 square miles." The brothers began a massive marketing campaign that resulted in the sale of nearly all of the 350,000 residential building sites, the majority to people who lived in other states.
One of the fastest growing areas in Florida
The City incorporated in August 1970, and its population continues to grow rapidly. With more than 160,000 residents, Cape Coral is one of the fastest growing areas in Florida. Cape Coral is the 3rd largest city geographically in the state of Florida and is the 11th largest city in population.
The city is a large peninsula on the Gulf Coast of Florida and is bordered by the Caloosahatchee River on the east and Matlacha Pass on the west. The city is located about 90 minutes south of Sarasota.
ABOUT CAPE CORAL FLORIDA
Founded in 1957, Cape Coral was purchased by real estate developers Leonard and Jack Rosen. A tract called “Redfish Point” spanned a 103-square-mile (270 km2) area and was sold to the developers for $678,000. In 1958, development of the city began as a pre-platted community. An organization called “The Gulf American Corporation” (GAC) was assembled in order to develop the area. Cape Coral was particularly promoted among Floridian developements. “The Cape” was endorsed by celebrities, who were brought in specifically to this end.
The Rosens’ company headquarters was the area’s original building, located at the junction of Cape Coral Parkway and Coronado. Kenny Schwartz, general manager of The Rosens’, was the very first permanent resident. The Cape saw the completion of its first homes in May of 1958. The four houses were situated along Riverside and Flamingo Drives. Development, particularly of Redfish Point, continued through the early part of the 1960s. The population had reached 2,850 by 1963. 1,300 buildings had been constructed or were being built, 160 miles of canals had been dug, and 80 miles of road had been constructed by the same year. Also built during this time were the yacht club, the first golf course, the shopping center, and the medical clinic.
In August of 1970, the city with its rapidly growing population was incorporated at last. Today, Cape Coral boasts a variety of businesses restaurants and retail shops along its major roads, including Del Prado Boulevard, Pine Island Road and Santa Barbara Boulevard.
The Rosens’ company headquarters was the area’s original building, located at the junction of Cape Coral Parkway and Coronado. Kenny Schwartz, general manager of The Rosens’, was the very first permanent resident. The Cape saw the completion of its first homes in May of 1958. The four houses were situated along Riverside and Flamingo Drives. Development, particularly of Redfish Point, continued through the early part of the 1960s. The population had reached 2,850 by 1963. 1,300 buildings had been constructed or were being built, 160 miles of canals had been dug, and 80 miles of road had been constructed by the same year. Also built during this time were the yacht club, the first golf course, the shopping center, and the medical clinic.
In August of 1970, the city with its rapidly growing population was incorporated at last. Today, Cape Coral boasts a variety of businesses restaurants and retail shops along its major roads, including Del Prado Boulevard, Pine Island Road and Santa Barbara Boulevard.
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