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The global Coronavirus pandemic has been a constant focus for Florida residents this month, but not so for the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, which has launched yet another lawsuit to stop responsible growth in Collier County. Collier Enterprises filed today to intervene in the Conservancy’s new lawsuit against the County. This time, the Conservancy’s focus…
Read MoreBy Craig Arends, Managing Principal of Industry Email T. 612.397.3180 and Tool Sprang, Principal Email T. 630.954.8175 – CliftonLarsonAllen Key insights There are three loan facilities available as part of the Main Street Lending Program. The three facilities have some similarities, but also some key differences to consider. Organizations can start preparing their strategy…
Read MoreThe Lee Board of County Commissioners voted today to continue phasing in operations previously suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Programs utilizing funds from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act have resulted in: 13,871 applications started for Individual Assistance, which includes payments directly to utility companies, landlords and mortgage companies. 4,923 applications have…
Read MoreFort Myers, FL, June 1, 2020 – The state today approved a second amended version of Lee County’s minimum standards regarding out-of-state reservations, which is called a Vacation Rental Safety Plan. Pursuant to Executive Order 20-123 signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on May 15, and effective immediately, the following amended measures are required as minimum…
Read MoreFort Myers, FL, June 1, 2020 – Lee County Government will close its Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) distribution site for small businesses at the end of this week and is encouraging qualifying businesses to apply now. Supplies for businesses that employ one to 25 employees will continue to be available all week. Business owners apply online at www.LeeFLcares.com;…
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FORT MYERS, FLA (May 29, 2020) – Lee County Clerk Linda Doggett has announced her offices will resume in-person court and official records services starting 8 a.m. Monday, June 1 at the Lee County Justice Center and Administration Building in downtown Fort Myers. All other locations will remain closed. “Even though our court and recording…
Read MoreApplications open May 26, 2020 Overview Lee County Government is investing $57.5 million in Human & Business Services to provide immediate assistance for individuals, families and businesses. Funds are available through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act federal stimulus package. Lee County has identified $3 million in emergency support that is available…
Read MoreThe economic challenges of this COVID-19 pandemic era cannot be underestimated. The unemployment figures for Florida, and the nation, say it all. As we slowly, very slowly, return to some kind of normalcy, a new normalcy with social distancing and mask-wearing, the carnage of the effects of closing down the economy remain with us. When…
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Fort Myers, Fla. (May 20, 2020) – The work search requirement waiver will expire on May 30, 2020; therefore, we are reopening our career centers effective June 1, 2020 preferably by appointment in order to assist our job seekers with job search requirements and other services. “Even though we have closed our career centers due…
Read MoreFort Myers, FL, May 21, 2020 – The state today approved an amended version of Lee County’s minimum standards regarding out-of-state reservations. Pursuant to Executive Order 20-123 signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on May 15, and effective immediately, the following amended measures are required as minimum standards for vacation rentals throughout Lee County that are…
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