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A Message from
Mayor John Gunter
Dear Residents of Cape Coral,
I hope this message finds you well as we enter the month of March.
Before delving into the various announcements and updates, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the dedicated volunteers who selflessly contribute their time and efforts towards enhancing our community. Their invaluable service, notably celebrated at the recent Police Volunteer Luncheon, is a cornerstone of any great city.
In significant news, I am proud to announce the commendable achievement of our Fire Department in securing its inaugural accreditation award from the Center for Public Safety Excellence Commission on Fire Accreditation. Read more from the Mayor-->
Warm regards,
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First Quarter Updates Presented to Council
Staff presented updates on various items at the Committee of the Whole meeting on February 28, 2024. Click the links below to view the first-quarter activity reports:
Learn about City meetings and watch the live stream of City Council meetings on the Agendas and Videos page of the City's website.
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New Commercial and Trailer Parking Regulations Implemented in City Parking Lots
On January 24, the City Council approved Ordinance 8-24, establishing additional parking regulations applying to commercial vehicles and trailers parking in City-owned or controlled parking lots located in the South Cape Zoning District.
The regulations apply to all trailers and commercial vehicles located in a City Parking Lot (view map) except for construction trailers and commercial vehicles, as provided in the ordinance. Read more-->
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Reminder: New Login Procedure Required for EnerGov Users
On February 27, 2024, the City of Cape Coral upgraded to a new login authentication service, TID-C, to increase security for the City and those using the EnerGov Customer Self-Service (CSS) portal.
All customers who utilize Customer Self-Service (CSS) must re-register their email address the first time they sign into CSS after the upgrade. Click on the buttons below for instructions and answers to frequently asked questions.
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City to Host Vendor Outreach Event on Friday, March 8
Vendors interested in doing business with the City of Cape Coral are invited to attend an outreach event Friday, March 8, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Mercola Market, 125 SW 3rd Place.
Potential vendors can meet with procurement staff to learn the City's eligibility requirements and begin the registration process on-site.
This event is free, and no registration is required. Read more-->
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City Hires New Human Resources Director
The City of Cape Coral hired Nancy Deutsch as Human Resources Director. Deutsch will oversee the HR Department, which serves as the ambassador of City employees' careers, to make each journey smooth from applicant to employee throughout their successful careers and retirement.
Deutsch is passionate about HR and has spent more than 20 years of her career in both the public and private sectors. Read more-->
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City to Host Water Ways Science Festival on Saturday, March 9
The City of Cape Coral invites the public to its inaugural Water Ways Science Festival on Saturday, March 9, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the City's Public Works building at 815 Nicholas Parkway.
This free, family-friendly event will include educational activities and games that focus on the importance of our waterways. Attendees will learn about local, regional, and global water concerns. Read more-->
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Cape Coral Fire Department Achieves Accreditation
The Cape Coral Fire Department became accredited through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International on February 27, 2024.
This 5-year goal was accomplished thanks to the combined efforts of the mayor, city council, all city departments, and the hardworking men and women of the CCFD.
Accreditation is a rigorous process that ensures the department meets industry standards and continually strives for improvement to provide the best service to our community. The CCFD must submit annual compliance reports and apply for reaccreditation in 2029.
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Volunteer CERT Training Begins March 19
The Cape Coral Fire Department is offering Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) basic training beginning Tuesday, March 19. The Tuesday and Thursday sessions are from 5:30-8:30 p.m., and the Saturday session is from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
CERT is a training program that prepares the community to help themselves, their family, and their neighbors before, during, and after an emergency when first responders are not quickly available.
The class is free and open to Cape Coral residents aged 16 and above. For more information or to sign up, email capecert@capecoral.gov.
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Cape Coral Earns 2023 Tree City USA Award
The City of Cape Coral was named a 2023 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.
This is the 32nd year Cape Coral has achieved this designation by meeting the program's four requirements:
- Maintaining a tree board or department
- Having a tree care ordinance
- Dedicating an annual community forestry budget of at least $2 per capita
- Hosting an Arbor Day observance and proclamation
Read more-->
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New Lights Installed at Pelican Baseball Complex
The installation of new ballfield lights at Pelican Baseball Complex to replace the ones damaged during Hurricane Ian is complete, and full-time programming resumed at the facility on February 12.
Lights were upgraded from a standard Carolina Mast fixture to an LED fixture, which is much more energy efficient and keeps the lights focused more on the field of play with no effect on surrounding perimeter areas.
Pelican Baseball was the first of four Athletic facilities to replace ballfield lights with LED lights in the coming months. Next on the list is the Cape Coral Sports Complex. The other parks receiving light upgrades are Strausser BMX Park softball fields and Caloosa Park football fields.
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Summer Camp Registration Opens Monday, April 1
The City of Cape Coral Parks and Recreation will open summer camp registration on Monday, April 1 at 7 a.m.
This year's summer camps will be offered at multiple locations and cater to a wide variety of interests including athletics, science, nature, and the arts.
Payments must be made at the time of registration in order to reserve camp placement. No early registrations will be accepted.
Spots are likely to fill quickly. Look for more details on camp locations, themes and prices in mid-March, then visit CapeParks.com, or visit the desired camp location to sign up beginning April 1.
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Upcoming Activities Around Cape Coral
*Pre-registration required
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