Where you want to be - Bonita Springs Florida Chamber

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2009
Where you want to be . . .
Dillard’s, Super Target, Apple, Barnes & Noble, bebe, Bed Bath & Beyond, Best Buy, Blue Diamond Jewelers, Brighton Collectibles, Brookstone, Build-A Bear Workshop ™,
Coach, deLIA*s, Design within Reach, DSW Shoe Warehouse, Fossil, Fresh Produce, Hollister Co., Lucky Brand Jeans, Mayors Jewelers, Men’s Warehouse, Perfumania,
Swoozies, The Disney Store, T.J. Maxx, Tommy Bahama, Yankee Candle.
Bice Grand Café, Blue Water Bistro, California Pizza Kitchen, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Panera Bread, Ruth’s Chris Steahouse, Ted’s Montana Grill, Shane’s Rib Shack,
The Grape, The Grillroom, Tony Sacco’s Goal Oven Pizza.
I 75 to Exit 123 (Corkscrew Road) Corkscrew Road West to U.S. 41. South. Coconut Point is located on U.S. 41 South between Corkscrew Road and
Coconut Road.
Shopping Line TM 239.992.4259.
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4 Welcome
The Bonita Springs Area
Chamber of Commerce welcomes you.
6 Your Chamber
Our members benefit from our numerous resources.
8 President’s Club
These Chamber members take a leadership role
in helping our community prosper.
10 Discover Beautiful Bonita Springs
Things to Do
The Arts........................ 13
Attractions & Sports... 13
Beaches......................... 13
Boating & Fishing........ 14
Casinos.......................... 14
Eco-Tourism.................... 14
Golf.................................. 15
Parks & Recreation........ 15
Shopping......................... 16
18 Calendar
Special events and family fun fill
Bonita’s calendar all year long.
20 Dining
Restaurants & Coffee Houses............................................. 20
Confectioners, Food Preparation & Ice Cream................ 22
23 Advertiser Index
24 Accommodations
B&Bs.............................. 26
Hotels & Motels........... 24
Rentals........................26-27
RV-Mobile Home Resorts
.................................... 27
28 Map of Bonita Springs
Includes locator guides for community resources,
attractions, beaches and points of interest.
30 Our Community
Bonita offers an exceptional quality of life.
cover
Front cover photograph courtesy of Alan S. Maltz
Gallery, Fine Art Photography. See page 26.
Licenses........................... 31
Schools & Education..... 33
Utilities.......................32-33
Vehicle Registration...... 32
36 Business
Bonita is an ideal business destination.
2 www.BonitaSpringsChamber.com
Information Directory
Government Services.. 31
Healthcare.................... 34
Homestead Exemption.31
Housing........................ 35
Business Directory
Bonita Demographics.. 39
County Demographics..40
Licenses & Permits.......... 38
Resources......................... 38
The Chamber
welcomes you!
Welcome
Beautiful Bonita Springs
2009 Edition
The Official Annual Publication of the
Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce
25071 Chamber of Commerce Dr. • Bonita Springs, FL 34135
(239) 992-2943 • Toll-free: 1-800-226-2943
Fax (239) 992-5011 • www.BonitaSpringsChamber.com
Administrative Staff
Welcome to Bonita Springs…where you want
to be!
We would like to let you know that Bonita Springs is
where you want to be for leisure. Why? Bonita Springs
boasts some of the most beautiful beaches on the southwest
Gulf Coast—check out Lovers Key and see for yourself. We
also have excellent dining and shopping, accompanied by
gracious hotels in which to relax and play. A stay in Bonita
would not be complete without a round of golf on one of our
many world-class golf courses, or a day on the water, catching some fish.
Bonita Springs is also where you want to be for business.
Our amenity-rich hotels and resorts are fantastic venues for
a great company getaway. Our business climate is welcoming and friendly. And, Bonita is directly linked to I-75 and
just minutes from Southwest Florida Regional Airport and
Florida Gulf Coast University, providing us with international access and a skilled young workforce.
Bonita Springs is where you want to be a resident. Our
"small town," tightly knit community is on display at events
year-round. Enjoy activities such as Movies in the Park, Taste
of Bonita, Bonita Blues Festival, various art shows, and many
other special events that bring the community together.
If you think Bonita is where you want to be, please
enjoy browsing through this publication to see our diverse
offerings. Stop by our Visitor Center on U.S. 41, or call the
Chamber and speak to one of our friendly and helpful staff.
You can also learn more about our wonderful community at
our website: www.BonitaSpringsChamber.com.
After looking through this magazine, we think you'll
agree that for vacations, business, or simply good living—
Bonita Springs is where you want to be!
Sincerely,
Owen F. Feeney, D.M.D.
Bonita Estero Dental Group
Chairman of the Board,
President & CEO • Christine A. Ross, IOM, MBA
Executive Vice President • Stephanie Kissinger
Chief Financial Officer • Pat Vavrek
Communications Director • Jacqueline Aaron
Special Events Director • Gabrielle O’Boyle
Membeship Sales • Helen Bolstad & Lynn Pietrzyk
Executive Administrative Assistant • Geraldine Pessolano
Business Assistant • Rosemary Stevens
Board of Directors
2008-2009 Officers
Chairman of the Board
Dr. Owen Feeney, Bonita Estero Dental Group
First Vice Chairman
Brian Farrar, BCF Management Group
Second Vice Chairman
Sabra Cecil, Veritas Employer Services
Treasurer
James Dati, Bond, Schoeneck & King, P.A.
Immediate Past Chairman
Darren Robertshaw, Trianon Bonita Bay
Vice Chairmen
Jon Davis, CPA, CFP, Partner - McGladrey & Pullen, LLP
Jose R. Lopez, Chapman & Associates, Inc.
Joe Murgalo, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa
Sheila Seacat, Individual Member
William Shikany, Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home
2008-2009 Directors
Henry C. Cohen, Cohen & Grigsby, P.C.
Wendi Fowler, The Client Server, Inc.
George Ghanem, Taylor Rental/Creative Events
Dr. Beth Hagan, Associates in Entrepreneurship Education
Diane Ivey, Coconut Point
Michael Kennedy - MKA Marketing
Mark Lewis, Ascendant Wealth Management, LLC
Jon McLeod, Mobile Exposure
Vince Modarelli - Bonita Daily News/The Banner,
Scripps Southwest Florida Group
Tim O'Gorman, Champion Cleaners
Dr. Ed O’Neill, Bonita Chiropractic Center
G. Donald Thomson, Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
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president's club
President’s Club
President’s Club members are Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce members who step out from
the crowd to take a leadership role in the Chamber’s efforts to build a solid business foundation for the
continued growth and prosperity of the community.
ACES Computer Service and Sales
Advanced Eye Care and Laser Center
Adventure Training Concepts
Agnoli, Barber & Brundage, Inc.
Air Conditioning by San Souci
Alvarez, Sambol, Winthrop & Madson, P.A.
Armalavage & Associates, Inc.
Ascendant Wealth Management
Associates in Entrepreneurship Education
Aurelius Investment Group
Betke Homes, Inc.
Bond, Schoeneck & King, P.A.
Bonita Chiropractic Center
Bonita Community Health Center, Inc.
Bonita Daily News/The Banner,
Scripps Southwest Florida Group
Bonita Estero Dental Group
Bonita Living Magazine
Boy Scouts of America
Southwest Florida Council, Inc.
Brennan, Manna & Diamond, P.L.
BriersCPA, P.A.
Roger Brunswick P.A.John R. Wood Inc. Realtors
Cataract & Refractive Institute of Florida
Champion Cleaners
Chapman & Associates, Inc.
Ciccarelli Advisory Services, Inc.
CNL Bank, Southwest Florida
Cohen & Grigsby, P.C.
Colonial Bank - Headquarters
Congress Jewelers
CRG Leadership Institute, LLC
Cummings & Lockwood LLC
Dawson of Florida, LLC
DuFrane Jewelers
Edison Farms, Inc.
Elektrosign, LLC - Media-Ad Network
EMBARQ
Express Employment Professionals
GRAEF
Grant, Fridkin, Pearson, Athan &
Crown P.A.
Group 111
Gulfshore Insurance, Inc.
Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP
Heaven Scent Flowers, Inc.
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
iconDo, Inc.
INFINETWORK
Inn at The Springs
INTERIORS by Decorating Den
Jaikes Financial Group
Jakob’s Interlocking Paving
Kelley Stiffler Thomas PLLC
Key Bank
Robert D. Klausner, M.D.
Knapp Consultants, Inc.
Kriger Orthodontics
Krise Commercial Group, LLC
Larue Pest Management, Inc.
Lassus Wherley Wealth Management
Law Offices of Gary F. Ritter
Lee Memorial Health System
Ray Lepar Printing
Liberty Bank
Lovers Key Resort
Lyons & Lyons, P.A.
M & I Bank
M. Jacqueline McCurdy
McGladrey & Pullen, LLP
Merrill Lynch
Mobile Exposure
Morgan Stanley
NeoGraphite, Inc.
New Leaf Construction
The News-Press
Fenton Business Solutions
FSP Consulting, Inc.
Oakbrook Properties, Inc.
Office Image, Inc.
Oswald Trippe and Company, Inc.
Gilkey Organization, LLC
Gilman Ciocia
Gora McGahey Architects
Paradise Jewelry
Pearle Vision - North Naples
Charles A. Pechette
Mark E. Petrites, M.D.
Philharmonic Center for the Arts
Platinum Media Services
of Southwest Florida, Inc.
PNC Wealth Management
Premier Commercial Properties
of Southwest Florida REALTORS
Q. Grady Minor and Associates, P.A.
Roetzel & Andress, LPA
Rosier Insurance
Royal Palm Academy
Marjorie M. Rubacky
Ian Russell Co. Commercial Real Estate
Sandler Sales Institute
Send Out Cards
Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home
Simple Solutions Concierge, LLC
Skyshades of Southwest Florida, LLC
Law Offices of John D. Spear, P.A.
State Farm Insurance-Bobby Pittman
Sterling Property Services & Realty LLC
Success Systems
Suncoast Moving & Storage, Inc.
Sunshine Ace Hardware
Tartan Consulting
Taylor Rental / Creative Events
Thompson Law Firm, P.A.
TIB Bank
Trianon Bonita Bay
Trico Ventures, Inc.
U.S. Bank
UBS Financial Services, Inc.
Veritas Employer Services
Vogue Interiors, Inc.
John C. Warfield
West Bay Beach and Golf Club
Joel and Zondra Whittenhall
Wholesale Screen Printing & Embroidery
Wiebel, Hennells & Carufe, P.A.
William C. Huff Moving & Storage
Wynn Properties, Inc.
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your chamber
Your Chamber
We welcome you with open arms to our tropical
paradise, lush with the greenery of palm trees, sparkling
white sands and crystal-blue ocean. We are here to make
your visit or your relocation a dream come true. Warm
Southern hospitality is standard at every shop, lodging
establishment and world-class restaurant, whether large or
small, providing just what you and your family will need
for relaxation and culinary adventure.
As a business location, Bonita Springs offers the perfect setting for industries driven
by intellectual capital—such as research, technology and services, and life sciences—
and also provides unmatched opportunities to collaborate with surrounding areas while
fostering global growth. Investment in Bonita Springs is sustainable and expandable:
Our comprehensive transportation network incorporates north-south and east-west
Interstate links and an international airport, and our powerful technology infrastructure
is complemented by a growing, well-educated workforce. In 2007, the Bonita Springs
Area Chamber of Commerce was honored to receive the prestigious five-star accreditation status, which signifies that our Chamber has met the highest benchmarks set by the
United States Chamber of Commerce.
Whether for work or play, a quick getaway or forever, Bonita Springs is where you
want to be.
Enjoy!
Christine Ross
President & CEO
Chamber Events
For the most up-to-date
information, visit our website:
www.BonitaSpringsChamber.com
Ongoing
Brown Bag Lunch Series
Business After Hours
(2nd Thursday)
Business Before Business
(4th Thursday)
New Member Reception
(Quarterly)
Power Networking Luncheons
Speaker Program
March
Tech-Xpo
Market Pulse
Lee County Days in Tallahassee
April
Basic Philosophy
The Chamber believes that striving towards a more balanced economy is important. We
are committed to working with the local economic development offices on a regional basis
to attract a diversity of business to the Bonita Springs area and to improve the employment
opportunities for our residents.
The Chamber believes businesses should conduct themselves with
integrity. Truth in advertising and all transactions should be the standard. We also strongly
believe in doing business with those businesses that support the Chamber by being members in good standing. Members are encouraged to do business with fellow members, and
visitors are referred to our members.
Benefits of Membership Investment
Investing in the Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, an organization of more
than 1,150 members, gives you immediate access to a powerful network of business
people in Southwest Florida to help your company grow and prosper. Visit us at
www.BonitaSpringsChamber.com to learn about the many benefits you’ll enjoy as a
Chamber investor:
• Exposure - referrals, displays, ribbon cuttings, and business listings in Chamber
publications
• Networking Opportunities - Chamber-sponsored monthly and special events, luncheons
and committee and task force participation
• Promotional Opportunities - the Chamber’s website, monthly newsletter, annual business directory, annual visitor/newcomer magazine, lobby advertising, B2B trade show, and
brochure distribution program
• Community Development & Training - Leadership Bonita program, Small Business
workshops, survey participation, business mentoring programs, and the Bonita/Estero
Market Pulse
Beautiful Bonita Springs
President’s Club Auction
Annual Golf Tournament
May
Small Business Week
June
Business 2 Business Expo
August
Membership Appreciation Day
September
Annual Meeting & Awards
Leadership Bonita Program
October
Annual Chairman’s Gala
December
Annual Holiday Party
Discover Beautiful
Beautiful
Discover
things to do
bonita Springs
I
magine yourself in the best of
two worlds: one, a sanctuary
of sunshine, sea breezes and
mile upon mile of sugar-soft sand.
The second, a vibrant city whose
cosmopolitan amenities, economic
opportunities and charming
neighborhoods rank it among the
nation’s best places to live.
Nationally acclaimed beaches
are Beautiful Bonita’s most
famous assets, but they’re just
the beginning of what you can
experience at our Gulfside
“playground.” No matter where
you live or stay, top-notch
amenities are nearby.
Board a charter boat for the fishing
thrill of a lifetime...canoe a quiet
waterway...shoot for par on a
championship course...cheer the
action at professional baseball and
hockey games...take in the latest
Broadway show...stroll a sanctuary
boardwalk...and dine and shop at
some of the world’s most delightful
venues.
Welcome to Beautiful Bonita
Springs, where nature’s generous
gifts and the comforts of a wellplanned community offer an
enviable quality of life. Come
discover everything we have to
offer! Bonita Springswhere you
want to be!
things to do
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Discover Beautiful
bonita Springs
things to do
A Rich Heritage
and a Bright Future
During the 1920s, Bonita was
booming. It had its own jail, school
and community center. Still, most of
the homes were circled by fences—to
keep out the cows.
Growth exploded in 1928, the year
the Tamiami (Tampa-to-Miami) Trail
was completed. As word of Bonita
Springs’ natural charm and gentle
climate spread north, newcomers and
Thousands of years ago, Calusa
Indians canoed Southwest Florida’s
myriad waterways, establishing
communities and enjoying shellfish
and seafood. Their “middens”—raised
mounds or refuse heaps of discarded
shells—can still be seen today.
Ponce de Leon
and other Spanish
explorers arrived in
the New World in the
1500s, seeking the
Fountain of Youth,
and the Calusas’
way of life changed
forever. By the mid18th century, through
war, disease and
dissemination, they
were gone.
During the
ensuing years, a
new republic was
formed, a civil war
was fought, and
Bonita Springs, once a simple fishing village and
the fledgling nation
home to citrus farmers, incorporated as a city in
expanded westward. In the 1870s,
1999.
government surveyors pitched camp
here near a medicinal spring, which
local Indians believed had healing
powers. After the crew departed,
the site was named Survey, and the
stream was called Surveyor’s Creek.
By 1887, the young community
had a thatch-roofed public school; a
post office followed in 1901. Fishing,
farming and citrus became mainstays
of the small local economy.
The 20th Century
In 1912, 70 students from
20 families were enrolled in the
public school. Mr. Ragsdale, a land
developer, bought 2,400 acres around
Survey, laid out a small town with
streets and avenues, and renamed
it Bonita (“beautiful”) Springs.
Surveyor’s Creek was renamed the
Imperial River. The first road linking
Bonita to Fort Myers was completed in
1917, and five years later, the railroad
helped connect the two towns.
visitors began to arrive. Among them
were automobile magnate Henry Ford
and his friends, inventor Thomas
Edison and industrialist Harvey
Firestone.
Continued
By 1930, Bonita was accessible
by rail and car and continued to
grow. When the Naples-Fort Myers
Greyhound Track opened for parimutuel betting in 1957, the town took
another growth leap, though it was
still an unincorporated portion of Lee
County. In late 1999, Bonita Springs
became a city, with exciting, new
forward-thinking plans.
Looking Ahead
The City’s Master Plan,
adopted in 2004, calls for Bonita’s
historic downtown district to
undergo a gradual, reinvigorating
transformation. Tucked along Old
U.S. 41 and bordered by the scenic
Imperial River, the area is home
to Riverside Park, a community
gathering spot, and numerous
small businesses. Bonita’s focused
plan for growth and commerce
protects this intimate, small-town
appeal.
Strict development standards
also preserve the area’s natural
resources. Bonita’s islandstudded coastline, warmed by the
gentle waters of the Gulf
of Mexico, is blessed with
miles of stringently protected
beaches. Beyond, shady
glades and forests, rivers and
streams, freshwater wetlands
and scrub up-lands dotted
with saw palmettos are home
to an amazing variety of
wildlife.
Wherever you wander in
Bonita Springs, you’re sure
to meet our “natives”: wading
birds such as egrets, ibis and
herons; gentle manatees and
acrobatic dolphins; gopher
tortoises, alligators and sea
turtles; small black bears and
deer; bobcats and red foxes;
armadillos and opossums;
and, if you’re really lucky,
an elusive Florida Panther. Bonita has
been their home for centuries, and the
City’s proactive stewardship promises
them a secure future.
Note: Area code is 239 and location
is Bonita Springs, unless noted.
The Arts, Galleries,
Museums & Theaters
Alan S. Maltz Gallery......... 305-294-0005
2240 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island
www.alanmaltz.com
Fine art photography.
Art League of Bonita Springs
Center for the Arts..................... 495-8989
26100 Old 41 Road (E-3)
www.artcenterbonita.org
Provides opportunities for
artistic expression, education and
appreciation in a nurturing environment for all ages.
Imaginarium Hands-On Museum
....................................................... 337-3332
2000 Cranford Street, Fort Myers
www.cityftmyers.com/imaginarium
Hands-on exhibits: the environment,
weather and more. Live animal feedings.
Enter through security gates at
Hickory Road and follow the signs to
reach this 342-acre preserve on a barrier
island. Pristine beaches with lush vegetation and wildlife, nature interpretation station, concessions and restrooms.
Minnesota Twins Baseball
.....................768-4200 or 1-800-33-TWINS
Lee County Sports Complex
www.minnesotatwins.com
The Twins arrive in Lee County for
spring training. Go online for tickets.
Bonita Beach Park...................... 949-4615
27954 Hickory Blvd. (D-1)
The first stop when travelling west
on Bonita Beach Road is a 2.5-acre family-friendly beachfront park. Beachgoers
can enjoy numerous amenities: picnic
shelters, restrooms, volleyball courts,
water-sports rentals, concession
stand. A boardwalk and swimming area invite nature strolls
and cooling off.
Metered parking is $1/hour.
(Residents can buy a beach
sticker at the Bonita Recreation
Center; see page 16.)
D & S Gallery..................... 390-2381
3300 Bonita Beach Road (D-2)
Voted “Best of Bonita.” Custom
framing and fine art.
Southwest Florida Symphony
.............................................. 418-1500
4560 Via Royale, Fort Myers
www.swflso.org
The Symphony’s 48th season, featuring Classical, Pops and Youth series.
Attractions &
Professional Sports
Airboats & Alligators................ 657-2214
6001 Lake Trafford Road, Lake Trafford
Marina, Immokalee
Nature-based birding, fishing and
sightseeing airboat tours. ’Gators guaranteed.
Everglades Wonder Gardens.... 992-2591
27180 Old 41 Road (D-3)
Alligator feedings and otter shows
on each guided tour. Bears, panthers,
flamingos, deer and more in a lush tropical tree garden.
Florida Everblades at Germain Arena
....................................................... 948-7825
11000 Everblades Pkwy., Estero (H-4)
www.floridaeverblades.com
Everblades professional hockey
games October -April.
Golf Safari Mini Golf................ 947-1377
18-holes with lush tropical gardens,
“wild” safari animals, waterfalls and
chickee huts.
Naples-Ft. Myers Greyhound Track
....................................................... 992-2411
www.naplesfortmyersdogs.com
Year-round greyhound racing, simulcasting of dogs and thoroughbreds,
Poker Room.
Delnor-Wiggins Pass
State Recreation Area
. ........................................ 597-6196
11135 Gulfshore Drive North,
Naples (C-2)
This narrow barrier island is
a 166-acre state park; its beach
has been named 10th of the nation’s 25 best. From May to June,
loggerhead turtles nest here; in
winter, manatees gather.
Amenities include shaded picnic
tables with grills, a pavilion, restrooms,
and a short nature trail. Swimming area
with lifeguards; fishing, shelling. Admission: $5 per vehicle.
Naples Transportation, Tours & Event
Planning...........390-4223 or 800-592-0848
5001 Coconut Road
www.napleseventplanningandtours.com
Sightseeing tours, day trips and excursions. Everglades, shopping, shelling and
more.
Beaches
Ranked among the world’s best by
Dr. Stephen Leatherman (“Dr. Beach”)
for safety, cleanliness, and scenic
beauty, our pristine beaches will warm
your toes and refresh your spirits.
Beach Access Points
From the north end of Estero Island
(Ft. Myers Beach) to the turn in the
road at Bonita Beach, white flags mark
the beach access points; metered parking spaces are $1 per hour.
Barefoot Beach Preserve & County Park
...................................................... 353-0404
Bonita Beach Blvd. (next to Bonita Beach at
the south end of Bonita Beach Road) (C-2)
Dog Beach.................................... 533-7275
8600 Estero Blvd. (F-1)
The only off-leash beach in Lee
County that allows dogs. You must have
proof of license and immunization, keep
your dog under voice command and
clean up after him; bags and disposal
stations are provided.
Dog Beach allows a maximum of two
dogs per individual; no children under
age 15 allowed in the off-leash area. The
beach is patrolled by Animal Services.
No restrooms or running water. Free
parking.
things to do
Philharmonic Center for the Arts
..................597-1900 or 800-597-1900
5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples (A-2)
www.thephil.org
Southwest Florida’s premier
performing arts hall. Home to the
Naples Philharmonic Orchestra
and Naples Museum of Art.
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bonita Springs
Lovers Key State Park............... 463-4588
8700 Estero Blvd., Ft. Myers Beach
(between Bonita Springs and Fort Myers
Beach) (G-1)
712 acres include canals, tidal
lagoons, and two miles of pristine
beach. Take a tram or boardwalk to the
beach. Excellent shelling, and manatees
frequent the canals during the winter
months. Pavilion, picnic area, restrooms,
boat ramp. Park concession offers boat
and fishing tours, plus bicycle, canoe
and kayak rentals. Open daily 8 a.m.sundown. Parking: $5 per vehicle.
Dream Catcher Charters............ 498-6685
27631 Los Amigos Lane
Call for information.
Fish Trap Marina........................ 992-6055
Backwater charters, fishing or sightseeing. Fully stocked Bait & Tackle store.
Fishbuster Charters, Inc............ 947-1688
Bonita Beach, Bonita Springs
http://fishbustercharters.com
Private fishing charters at reasonable rates with native guide Capt. Dave
Hanson.
things to do
Good Time Charter and Tours...405-2060
112 Andre Mar Drive, Ft. Myers Beach
www.goodtimecharter.com
Backwater fishing; dolphin, wildlife
and sunset cruises; shelling; kayak tours.
Tin City........................................ 262-4200
1200 5th Avenue South, Naples
www.tin-city.com
Fishing and sightseeing boat tours and
charters leave from Tin City on Naples Bay.
Boat Tours & Rentals,
Fishing Excursions
With freshwater rivers, lakes and
canals—plus the shimmering Gulf
of Mexico—Bonita Springs is a paradise for boaters and fisherfolk. Take a
charter boat for sightseeing, shelling,
or fishing—or rent your own craft for a
self-guided adventure.
Bay Water Boat Rentals............. 495-0455
5124 Bonita Beach Road
www.baywaterboatrentals.com
A great selection of new boats for
rent to spend the day fishing, swimming
or shelling.
Bonita Boat Rentals & Beach Resort
....................................................... 992-2137
26395 Hickory Blvd.
www.bonitabr.com
Enjoy a boat ride through beautiful
Estero Bay on a pontoon rental. Be your
own captain.
Captain Ed’s Charter Boats....... 566-6510
www.captainedscharterboats.com (D-2)
Back bay fishing, sightseeing, sunset
and special occasion cruises. All private
charters, by appointment. Celebrating
their 20th year.
Cocohatchee Nature Center.......592-1200
12345 Tamiami Trail North, Naples
www.cocohatchee.org - Reservations suggested
Daily and sunset narrated cruises
on the Cocohatchee River. Kayak/canoe
rentals.
Casinos/Gaming
Florida is a Lottery state, with Lottery tickets and various Instant-Win
Scratch-Offs available at gas stations,
quick-stops and supermarkets.
The Big “M” Casino......765-PLAY (7529)
Moss Marina, 450 Harbor Court,
Ft. Myers Beach
www.bigmcasino.com
Southwest Florida’s only Las Vegasstyle casino. Black Jack, Roulette, 3-Card
Poker, Let-It-Ride, and lots of slots.
Bonita Charity Bingo & Arcade..992-3499
3465 Bonita Beach Road, #14
220-seat Bingo hall (7 nights), fullservice arcade with 76 machines. Full
snack bar.
Naples/Fort Myers Greyhound Track
(D-3) See Attractions, page 13.
Seminole Casino Immokalee
.............................................1-800-218-0007
506 South First Street, Immokalee
www.theseminolecasino.com
Open 24-7, all year. High-paying
gaming machines, live action poker,
restaurant.
Eco-Tourism Nature Centers & Preserves
Southwest Florida’s ecosystem is
unique, and wildlife thrives in the area’s
readily accessible parks, preserves and
nature centers. A visit to one of these
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sanctuaries will reward you with primeval glimpses of natural beauty. Bonita
Springs, your Gateway to the Gulf, is also
a gateway to one of the world’s greatest
wonders: the Florida Everglades.
Another fabled destination is J.N.
“Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge,
on nearby Sanibel Island (472-1100 or
http://dingdarling.fws.gov). More than
7,000 acres of mangrove estuary are
home to resident flocks of water birds,
migrating waterfowl, plus alligators and
otters. Drive, walk or bike through the
refuge, a birder's paradise.
Conservancy of Southwest Florida
Nature Center.............................. 262-0304
1450 Merrihue Drive, Naples
www.conservancy.org
Walking trails, Discovery Center,
daily educational programs, kayak rentals, Wildlife Rehabilitation Center on 21
acres.
daily, sunrise to sunset. Self-guided
brochures at trailhead. Check the CREW
website for special events, which are
regularly scheduled throughout the year.
Palmira Golf Club - SP ............ 949-4466
28501 Matteotti View (D-5)
www.PalmiraGolfandCountryClub.com
Pelican’s Nest Golf Club - P..... 947-2282
4450 Pelican’s Nest Drive (F-2)
www.nestgolf.com
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
& Blair Audubon Center........... 348-9151
375 Sanctuary Road, Naples
www.audubon.org/local/sanctuary/corkscrew/
A 2.25-mile boardwalk through oldgrowth cypress forest. Cafe. Open every
day.
CREW Land & Water Trust....... 657-2253
4600 Corkscrew Road, Immokalee
www.crewtrust.org
CREW Marsh hiking trails are open
Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club - P
....................................................... 482-7644
18520 Miromar Lakes Blvd. (H-4)
Quail Village Golf Club - P...... 598-9972
11719 Quail Village Way, Naples
www.quailcreekvillage.org
Raptor Bay Golf Club - Public.390-4610
23001Coconut Point Resort Drive (F-2)
www.wcigolf.com
Resort. 18 holes. Par 71.
Spanish Wells Golf and Country Club P..................................................... 992-5100
9801 Treasure Cay Lane (D-3)
Spring Run Golf Club - P......... 992-3811
9501 Spring Run Blvd. (F-3)
Vasari Country Club - P ........... 596-0645
11250 Via Del Vasari Drive, Estero (G-4)
www.thestrandcc.com
Imperial River Conservancy.... 992-7076
P.O. Box 2931, Bonita Springs
Supports the environmental resources
of the Imperial River and lower Estero Bay,
including natural ecosystems and marine
life. Call for additional information.
Golf
Southwest Florida, “Golf Course
Capital of the World,” boasts some of
the globe's most beautiful and challenging courses, many designed by worldrenowned golf course architects. Several
semi-private courses welcome nonmembers, especially during the summer.
P = Private SP = Semi-Private
Bonita Bay Club - P . ................. 949-5023
26660 Country Club Drive (G-4)
www.bonitabaygroup.com
The Club at Grandezza - SP .... 948-3569
11481 Grand Oak Blvd., Estero (G-4)
www.thestrandcc.com
The Club at The Strand - P . .... 592-7710
5840 Strand Blvd., Naples (C-4)
www.grandezzacc.com
The Colony Golf & Bay Club - P
....................................................... 390-4700
4104 Pelican Colony Blvd. (F-2)
Copperleaf Golf Club - P.......... 390-2027
23101 Copperleaf Blvd. (F-2)
Highland Woods Golf & Country Club - P.
....................................................... 495-9332
9100 Highland Woods Blvd. (D-3)
West Bay Club - P....................... 948-9009
22050 S. Tamiami Trail, Estero
www.westbayclub.com
Worthington Country Club - P
....................................................... 495-2278
13500 Worthington Way (D-5)
Parks & Recreation
Bonita Soccer Complex............. 992-2556
27100 Kent Road (next to the Bonita
YMCA) (D-4)
Three regulation-size fields, concession stand, meeting rooms and playground. Call for hours and information.
Bonita Springs Community Center
....................................................... 992-2556
10520 Reynolds Street (D-3)
This old-fashioned community
gathering spot is in a modern facility,
offering shuffleboard, card tables and a
meeting place for various organizations.
Call for the center's scheduled activities.
things to do
Everglades National Park.. 305-242-7700
.......................... 239-695-3311 (boat tours)
The Gulf Coast Visitor Center is about 1-3/4
hours drive from Bonita Springs; call for
recorded directions or visit the website.
www.nps.gov/ever/
Alligators, deer, raccoons, bobcats,
Florida panthers and hundreds of other
species of plants, birds and animals
share Everglades National Park, a ruggedly wild expanse that encompasses
more than 1.5 million acres. The Gulf
Coast Visitor Center in Everglades City
has maps and exhibits to familiarize
you with the region. Guided boat tours
through the Ten Thousand Islands and
the mangrove wilderness.
Quail West - P............................. 592-1010
6289 Burnham Road, Naples
www.Quailwest.com
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Bonita Springs
Community Pool
.................947-1948
26890 Pine Avenue
(D-3)
Membership
not required. Heated outdoor pool
activities include
aerobics, swim lessons and just plain
cooling off. Open
daily, winter and
summer schedules
vary; call for hours.
Bonita Springs
Recreation Center
& Skate Park
................ 992-2556
26740 Pine Avenue
(D-3)
This comprehensive center
offers programs and activities for all
ages. Game room, aerobics and exercise
classes, computer classes, co-ed volleyball, soccer, adult pick-up basketball and
youth basketball, senior baseball, ping
pong, pool (see previous listing), lighted
tennis courts, air-conditioned gym, and
fully equipped workout room.
The Rec Center’s B3 Skate Park is for
inline skaters, skateboarders and bikers.
It is supervised, but parental supervision
is recommended.
9-hole disc golf course is located behind the Rec Center, just off Pine Avenue,
and wraps around a 7-acre lake.
YMCA of the Palms.................. 992-9622
27200 Kent Road (D-3)
www.ymcapalms.org
Sited on 29 acres, the YMCA has
room to expand up to 85,000 square feet.
“Zero-entry” pool for training, competitions and family fun has slides and playful water spray stations.
Supervised activities include Family
Fitness Hour, youth sports programs,
the Silver Sneakers program (low-impact
aerobics, stretching and muscle toning
for seniors), and aquatic programs for
youth.
Gulf Coast Town
Center............... 267-0783
Alico Road and I-75,
Estero (H-4)
www.gulfcoasttown
center.com
120-plus stores at an
open-air regional mall.
Several restaurants.
International Design
Center............... 390-5111
I-75 Exit 123/Corkscrew
Road, Estero (H-4)
www.idcfl.com
250,000 square feet
of showrooms. Designer-on-Call service, plus a
gourmet cafe and coffee
bar.
Riverside Park
Old U.S. 41 & Pennsylvania Avenue
Downtown Bonita Springs (D-3)
This lovely community gathering
spot along the river in Bonita Springs’
historic downtown has picnic facilities,
a bandshell, fountain and play areas.
Community events include “Movies in
the Park” and concerts (see Calendar,
pages 18 & 19).
Miromar Outlets
........................... 948-3766
I-75 Exit 123/Corkscrew
Road, Estero (H-4)
www.miromar.com
140+ top designer
and brand-name outlets, plus fine or
casual dining in an upscale Mediterranean setting.
Shopping
Bonita Springs has quickly become
a shopping epicenter, with world-class
venues for every taste and budget. Two
huge regional outdoor malls, Coconut
Point and Gulf Coast Town Center,
bustle with national-name retailers.
Miromar Outlets, a distinctive, upscale
outlet center, brims with brand-name
bargains, restaurants and entertainment.
At The Promenade and The
Waterside Shops, browsers are treated
to specialty and luxury retailers set
amid shaded walkways and inspired
architecture. International Design Center delivers an impressive assemblage
of designer showrooms and offers valet
parking and a gourmet cafe. Throughout the area, small centers and intimate
enclaves beckon with unique boutiques,
shops and antique stores.
Coconut Point ............................ 992-9966
U.S. 41 North & Coconut Road, Estero
www.simon.com
Main Street-style shopping destination, anchored by Dillards. 1.2 million
square feet of retail space & restaurants,
surrounding lakes and a boardwalk.
The Promenade at Bonita Bay.. 430-1670
U.S. 41 at Bonita Bay entrance (D-2)
www.promenadeshops.com
Fine shopping and dining in a beautifully landscaped setting with unique
water features.
Sunshine Plaza & Professional Center
(Wynn Properties)...................... 947-4848
NE & SE corner Bonita Beach Road & U.S.
41 (D-2)
www.wynn-properties.com
Retail shops and professional services.
Tin City Shops............................ 262-4200
U.S. 41 East at Goodlette Road, Naples
www.tin-city.com
Eclectic group of shops, restaurants
and boat tours/cruises/charters in a
unique, rustic setting.
The Waterside Shops................. 430-1670
5415 Tamiami Trail North, Naples (A-2)
www.watersideshops.net
Luxury and upscale retailers and
restaurants in a distinctive, cosmopolitan open-air center.
calendar
Location is Bonita Springs and area code is 239 unless noted.
calendar
Ongoing Events
Movies in the Park offers free family movies from 7 to 9:30 p.m., at the
Fine art exhibitions and shows, along
bandshell at Riverside Park in downwith musical performances, art classes
town Bonita Springs, January-March.
and special programs for students and
Co-sponsored by the City of Bonita
kids, fill the calendar all year long at the
Springs, Bonita Springs Area Chamber
Art League of Bonita
of Commerce
Springs Center for the
and the BonitaArts. 26100 Old 41
Estero AssociaRoad. 495-8989; www.
tion of Realtors.
ArtCenterBonita.org.
Popcorn and
The Bonita Springs
refreshments
Historical Society
available for
sponsors special events
purchase.
and holds meetings to
Call 949-6262
explore the area's colorfor dates and
ful heritage. 992-9660.
times.
At Evening in
Broadway
the Park - 6 Artists,
shows, great
6 Cottages, held the
performances,
second Friday evening
orchestral
of every month, the
music, balartists of the historic
lets, children's
cottages at Riverside
programs
Park showcase their
and more are
newest works and visit
offered at the
with the public. Music
Philharmonic
and refreshments. Visit
Center for the
the Liles Hotel, adjacent
Arts in Naples.
to the cottages, to view
597-1900 or
The Bonita Springs National Art Festival, held in March, is one of Florida's top-rated shows.
the intriguing history of
www.ThePhil.org.
Bonita and talk to historiThe Southwest
ans. 297-7227.
Florida Symphony performs a classical
The Imaginarium Hands-On MuYum! Sample a cornucopia of fresh
and pops series each year; call 418-1500
seum hosts special exhibits throughout
fruits, veggies, baked goods and more
or visit www.swflso.org for a schedule.
the year. 2000 Cranford Avenue, Fort
at the Farmer's Market, from 8 a.m. to
Sunday Jazz Jam. Enjoy free live
Myers; 337-3332.
1 p.m., every Wednesday, at Riverside
entertainment 1-4 p.m. while you dine
Join a Lovers Key State Park ranger
Park. 949-6262.
and shop. Held the last Sunday of each
for ranger-led beach or mangrove habiThe Florida Everblades take to the
month during the winter season, at The
tat walks, and birding explorations.
ice for professional hockey October
Promenade at Bonita Bay. www.PromPrograms begin at 10 a.m. Reservations
through April. Call 948-7825 or visit
enadeShops.com.
are required. Lovers Key State Park.
www.FloridaEverblades.com.
Thursdays at the Cottages, from 10
463-4588.
Germain Arena special events
a.m. to 4 p.m., November-April, browse
At Miromar Outlets, musical waters
include concerts, ice shows and more.
artwork and meet the artists creating at
entertain onlookers in the restaurant piVisit www.GermainArena.com or call
their studio cottages at Riverside Park.
azza. The center hosts numerous special
948-7825 for current information.
297-7227.
events. www.MiromarOutlets.com.
Guided Night Walks through Audubon's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary take
place when nocturnal animals are out
and vocal. January-April. Day walks and
sunset walks also available. Call for dates
and required reservations. 348-9151.
Special events, including live musical entertainment, dot the calendar at
The Waterside Shops in Pelican Bay.
598-1605 or www.WatersideShops.net.
January
Keep Beauty in Bonita is the annual
city-wide clean-up. Free T-shirts to all
participants. 949-6262.
Enjoy toe-tappin' tunes as the Bonita
Village Band performs one of their free
outdoor concerts at Riverside Park, in
downtown Bonita. 949-6262.
Bonita Springs National
Art Festival, an outdoor fine
arts event held by the Art
League of Bonita Springs, is
rated one of the top shows in
Florida. Refreshments available.
495-8989 or www.ArtCenterBonita.org.
Annual Great Outdoor
Adventure Day is fun for all
ages and fitness levels. Biking,
hiking, kayak and boat tours
explore Lovers Key State Park.
Food vendors, outdoor activities, live music. Nominal park
entrance fee. 463-4588.
February
March
During the Annual Wildflower
Festival, experts lead guided hikes along
Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed (CREW) Land & Water Trust trails.
657-2253 or www.CrewTrust.org.
The Bonita Springs Blues Festival
brings together great music and refreshments. Noon-8 p.m. at Riverside Park.
949-6262.
Rated one of the top shows in
Florida, the Bonita Springs National
Art Festival is a fine arts and crafts
event held by the Art League of Bonita
Springs. 495-8989 or www.ArtCenterBonita.org.
The Bonita Village Band performs
April
Everyone is welcome at the Bonita
Springs Area Chamber of Commerce
Annual Golf Tournament. 992-2943 or
visit www.BonitaSpringsChamber.com.
Come Celebrate Bonita at Riverside
Park in downtown Bonita and sample
the Chili and Rib Cook-off entries, let the
kids play some games, browse the crafts
booths and enjoy the food and entertainment. The Chamber sponsors this
annual, family-oriented event. 992-2943.
Walk Bonita & Picnic is a guided/
narrated history tour that begins at the
Liles Hotel in Riverside Park. A picnic lunch is held at the Bonita Springs
Historical Society Headquarters, 27142
South Riverside Drive. Advance reservations. 992-6997.
May
Cinco de Mayo is a colorful family
celebration held at downtown's Riverside Park. 949-6262.
The American Legion and the City
co-sponsor a Memorial Day Observance at Riverside Park in downtown
Bonita. 949-6262.
Pioneer Day Reunion pays homage to Bonita's colorful history. The Rec
Center Gymnasium. 949-6262.
June
Flag Day Celebration salutes the
American spirit and Old Glory. Held
at the Community Hall, 27381 Old 41
Road. 949-6262.
Batters up! The Florida State League
All-Star Game and Miracle Baseball
combine America's favorite sport with
spectacular fireworks. 768-4200 or
www.MiracleBaseball.com.
July
Fourth of July Celebration, Parade
& Fireworks is a family
event. The town's annual
parade begins along Old 41
Road, ending at Riverside
Park where the celebration
continues with live entertainment and food vendors. Fireworks are the grand finale.
949-6262.
Independence Day
Fireworks at Miromar
Outlets invite oohs and
ahhhs. Take a lawn chair or
beach blanket. 948-3766.
September
9/11 Remembrance Day. Call the
City at 949-6262 for information.
November
Taste of Bonita will tempt even the
fussiest tastebuds. Family fun, entertainment, and of course, fabulous food.
Day-long event is held at Riverside
Park. 949-6262.
Veteran's Day is observed at
Riverside Park. Call the City of Bonita
Springs at 949-6262.
December
The Bonita Boat Parade is fun for
the entire family and features boats
creatively decorated for the holidays.
Call the Rotary Club of Bonita Springs Noon group at 947-7867.
Headlining music fills the air during
the Bluegrass Festival at Riverside Park
in downtown Bonita. 949-6262.
Holiday festivities—twinkling
lights, extended hours, entertainment
and more—are under way at all the area
shopping venues to help celebrate the
joyous season.
Catch the heartwarming spirit of
the season at Holiday in the Park, at
Riverside Park. Call the City of Bonita
Springs at 949-6262.
calendar
Annual Members Exhibition is an
extravaganza of all media at the Art
League of Bonita Springs Center for the
Arts. 26100 Old 41 Road. 495-8989 or
www.ArtCenterBonita.org.
The Bonita Village Band performs
toe-tappin' tunes at free outdoor concerts
at Riverside Park in downtown Bonita.
949-6262.
Rides, exhibits, family fun and great
entertainment and food comprise the
Southwest Florida and Lee County Fair.
Lee Civic Center, Fort Myers; 543-8368.
toe-tappin' tunes at free outdoor concerts at Riverside Park in downtown
Bonita. 949-6262.
The Bonita Springs Community
Prayer Breakfast is an annual city event.
273-4282.
Relay for Life is a 24-hour event that
benefits the American Cancer Society.
261-0337.
Fun at the Southwest Florida and
Lee County Fair continues with rides,
exhibits, entertainment and food. Lee
Civic Center in Fort Myers; 543-8368.
dining
Key Code
B Breakfast
L Lunch
D Dinner
Ch Children’s Menu
TO Take-out Available
 Reservations Accepted
 Credit Cards Accepted
 Beer/wine, Cocktails and/or Lounge
¯ Entertainment
Area Code is 239.
Restaurants are located in Bonita Springs unless noted.
A Vincenzo’s on the Bay......................................992-1159
D Ch TO  ¯
Romantic - panoramic, pristine bay views. Seafood, steaks,
Italian Specialties.
Angelina’s Ristorante...........................................390-3187
D Ch TO  
24041 South Tamiami Trail
Casually elegant Italian restaurant located between Naples
and Fort Myers.
dining
Bayfront Bistro.......................................463-FOOD (3663)
L D Ch TO  
Waterfront restaurant, where the chef’s passion for fresh, innovative dishes meets beautiful Estero Bay.
Big Hickory Seafood Grille, Deli & Marina....992-0991
L D Ch TO 
26107 Hickory Blvd.
The taste of Old Florida. A secluded, quaint and picturesque
spot to enjoy the beauty of nature around you.
Blue Water Bistro...................................................949-2583
D Ch TO (limited)  
23151 Village Shops Way, Estero
Serving incredible seafood, steaks, and the coolest cocktails in
town!
Bonefish Grill.........................................................390-9208
D Ch TO  
26381 South Tamiami Trail, #101
Fresh seafood with a variety of items for land-lovers.
Buffalo Chips Restaurant.....................................947-1000
L D Ch TO ¯
26620 Old 41 Road
Famous Chicken Wings and Fried Green Tomatoes!
California Pizza Kitchen......................................498-7667
L D Ch TO 
23181 Village Shops Way, #113, Estero
Innovative, hearth-baked pizzas, creative salads,
made-to-order pastas, soups, sandwiches, appetizers
and desserts.
Carrabba’s Italian Grille......................................949-0981
D Ch TO 
27220 Bay Landing Drive
Italian cuisine.
Chops City Grill ...................................................992-4677
D Ch TO (limited)  
8200 Health Center Blvd., Ste. 100
Upbeat, high-energy steak house with a Pan-Asian influence.
Crust Bistro.............................................................495-9464
L D  
Inventive salads, crispy flatbread, delicious entrees. Happy
Hour.
Doc’s Beach House Restaurant...........................992-6444
B L D TO
27908 Hickory Blvd.
Waterfront family restaurant on the beach.
Dolly’s Produce Patch Sandwich Shop &
Baked Goods..........................................................992-8939
B L TO 
Homespun home cooking, homemade pies, great soups and
daily specials.
Dos Jalapeños Bar & Grill...................................498-9234
Delicious Mexican food in a casual dining atmosphere.
Enzo’s Italian Ristorante & Pizzeria..................992-5555
D Ch TO  
Mid- to upscale restaurant specializing in seafood, veal
and pasta.
Old 41 Restaurant..................................................948-4123
B L Ch TO 
25091 Bernwood Dr. (Old 41 & Bernwood Pkwy.), Unit 1
Classic homemade American cuisine. Breakfast and lunch in
a comfortable atmosphere.
First Watch Restaurant.........................................390-0554
B L Ch TO 
Bringing an excellent dining experience to Breakfast, Lunch
and Brunch!
Outback Steakhouse.............................................948-3575
D Ch TO  
27230 Bay Landing Drive
Our guests’ favorite place to eat, drink, relax and be with
friends.
Fitzgerald’s.............................................................949-2111
L D Ch TO  ¯
Irish and American fare.
Panera Bread, LLC.................................................498-4472
B L D Ch TO 
8027 Mediterranean Drive, #107 (Coconut Point), Estero
Fresh bread, soups, salads and sandwiches in a familyfriendly environment.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar........598-2424
D TO  
8985 North Tamiami Trail, Naples
Upscale restaurant with prime aged beef and over 100 wines.
Pat & Deb’s Café....................................................992-4504
B L D Ch TO  
Good home cooking and Senior Menu.
Futuro’s....................................................................948-9500
L D TO 
The future of pizza, featuring world-famous cheesesteak on
homemade bread.
Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery................498-0300
B L D Ch TO  
27941 Crown Lake Blvd.
Chain offering family-style food.
Geppetto’s Pizza & Johnny Malloy’s Sports Pub
..................................................................................992-5000
L D Ch TO ¯
10347 Bonita Beach Road, #101
Award-winning pizza, ribs, wings, and burgers for carryout, dine-in and delivery.
The Grape at Coconut Point................................992-5040
L D TO ¯
23161 Village Shops Way, #113, Estero
Full-service wine bar. Mediterranean-style food. Retail
wine seller.
Jimmy Johns of Estero..........................................992-1152
L D TO 
Casual atmosphere and delicious subs. Catering available.
Naples Tomato ......................................................598-9800
“Vine Dining!” American Neapolitan, fresh pasta, homemade Mozzarella, and Wine Lounge.
Railhead Cafe & Catering....................................947-1700
B L D TO   Delivery available
28100 Imperial Street, #301
American cuisine. Pizza, catering, online ordering at
www.RailheadToGo.com.
Roy’s of Bonita Springs........................................498-7697
D Ch TO   
26831 South Bay Drive, Ste. 100
Hawaiian Fusion cuisine.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House....................................948-8888
D Ch TO  ¯
23151 Village Shops Way, Estero
Classic American Steakhouse serving USDA Prime in a
warm and elegant atmosphere.
Shula’s Steakhouse...............................................659-3106
B L D Ch TO  ¯
Southwest Florida’s best steakhouse. Two private dining
rooms.
Sneaky Pete’s..........................................................498-8887
L D Ch TO  (parties of 6 or more) ¯
Tropical atmosphere - American cuisine!
dining
Hot Pastrami & More............................................495-7534
L D TO 
26455 Old 41 Road, in The Shoppes at Hawthorne
A taste of New York and a little bit of everything,
including ice cream.
Pewter Mug Steak House....................................597-3017
L D Ch 
12300 North Tamiami Trail, Naples
Great steaks and seafood—great prices!
dining
Tastings Wine Bar & Bistro.................................466-8800
L D TO ¯
9902 Gulf Coast Main Street, Ste. 150, Fort Myers
Wine Bar and restaurant. Upscale atmosphere with moderate
pricing.
Table 82...................................................................405-8592
L D Ch TO 
15291 Latitude Drive, at VillageWalk, Bonita Springs
A resort-style restaurant serving delectable cuisine. Outside
terrace and indoor dining, poolside takeout.
Ted’s Montana Grill..............................................947-9318
L D Ch TO 
8017 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Ste. 117, Estero
Classic American comfort food. Beef, bison, chicken and
seafood dishes.
T.G.I. Fridays..........................................................495-1208
L D Ch TO 
7991 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero
Americana! Great food, great fun, and specialty drinks!
Tijuana Flats Burrito Company..........................948-8820
L D Ch TO 
8350 Hospital Drive (corner of Pelican Colony Dr.
& U.S. 41)
Tex Mex. Everything made fresh daily. Hot Sauce Bar.
The Tiki Bar Café..................................................947-0000
B L Ch TO 
Beachy, casual, fun and friendly for breakfast, lunch, and
Happy Hour.
dining
Tropical Smoothie Café.......................................992-2008
B L D Ch TO 
10011 Estero Town Commons Place, Unit 104-A, Estero
Smoothies are all-natural, real fruit, and full of energy.
Healthy wraps, sandwiches and salads.
Additional Restaurants
A Table Apart..........................................................221-8540
Big Al’s Sports Grill................................................948-7444
Blu Sushi Gulf Coast Town Center, LLC............334-2583
Buca di Beppo.........................................................596-6662
C Grape Coffee & Wine Bar..................................221-7388
Cirella’s Restaurant................................................948-3885
David Wong’s Pan Asian & Sushi........................992-5600
Dixie Moon Café.....................................................495-0023
Ristorante Farfalla, Fine Italian Cuisine.............495-9912
The Fish House of Bonita Beach..........................495-5770
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HoneyBaked Ham..................................................949-0469
Jersey Mike’s Subs..................................................495-3588
La Fontanella Ristorante.......................................498-6808
McDonald’s of Bonita Springs #17765.................498-8838
McDonald’s of Bonita Springs #6187...................591-8008
Mel’s Diner..............................................................949-3080
Mister Chile Mexican Restaurant........................221-8341
Noodle Saigon........................................................598-9400
Pincher’s Crab Shack.............................................948-1313
Randy’s Fishmarket Restaurant...........................593-5555
Rodes Fresh-n-Fancy (seafood retailer)..............992-4040
Skillets......................................................................992-9333
The Survey Cafe.....................................................992-2233
Tin City....................................................................262-4200
Tony Sacco’s Coal Oven Pizza..............................948-6697
Za Za Serious Pizza................................................495-9400
CATERERS
Artichoke & Company..........................................263-6979
Blacktie (Waitstaff Service)...................................250-5454
BodeWest, Inc. - N.T.L. Catering..........................498-7900
Bonita Cafe and Catering......................................498-6563
Jamie & Jacob Catering..........................................293-2729
Maranda’s Catering, Inc........................................992-7467
Russell’s Clambakes...............................................417-0777
Wynn’s Catering.....................................................649-7272
COFFEE HOUSES
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii.....................................495-5700
CONFECTIONERS
Norman Love Confections/The Chocolate Salon
.................................................. 561-7215 or 1-866-515-2121
11380 Lindbergh Blvd., Fort Myers
TO  www.NormanLoveConfections.com
One of the nation’s top ultra-premium chocolatiers. Handcrafted artisan chocolates, house-made pastries, gourmet
coffees, lattes and smoothies. Gift boxes and shipping.
FOOD PREPARATION
My Dinner Factory, Bonita Springs...................948-1688
D TO  www.mydinnerfactory.com
Fresh, convenient, easy and fun. Spend more time with
your family and less time doing the shopping, chopping and
clean-up!
ICE CREAM
Paciugo Coconut Point Town Center..................947-4473
Royal Scoop Homemade Ice Cream....................992-2000
advertiser index
Bert Russ Construction.........................27
Bonita Estero Dental Group.................39
Bonita Community Health
Center.................................................23
Roger Brunswick, Realtor®..................23
CNL Bank...............................................26
The Center for Cosmetic Surgery.........5
Citrus Park RV &
Mobile Home Resort.........................39
Coconut Point, a Simon Mall............ IFC
Conte Dental Associates.......................26
Florida Gulf Coast University.............33
Gulf Coast Town Center.........................3
Hyatt Place.............................................27
Inn at the Springs..................................25
John R. Wood Realtors........................ BC
Lake House Bar & Grill........................25
Lee Memorial Health System Gulf Coast Medical Center..............17
Lovers Key Resort.................................25
NCH Healthcare System........................9
Oakbrook Properties, Inc....................33
Philharmonic Center for the Arts.... IBC
The Promenade at Bonita Bay...............1
Wildcat Run Golf & Country Club.......7
I Can Find You
YOUR PIECE OF PARADISE
ROGER BRUNSWICK,
Realtor ®
239.989.6457
www.RogerSellsBonita.com
More than 50
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Open MRI, Ultrasound,
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Women’s’ Diagnostics
Digital Mammography,
Bone Density Testing
Board Certified
Physician Staffed
Urgent Care
No Appointment
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Endoscopy
Rehabilitation
Physical, Occupational,
and Speech Therapy
Surgery Center
Pain Management
239.949.1050  www.BonitaHealthCenter.com
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Local area code is 239.
All accommodations are in Bonita Springs unless
noted.
Hotels / Motels
AmericInn Hotel & Suites Bonita Springs**........... 495-9255
28600 Trails Edge Blvd.
1-800-634-3444 • www.AmericInn.com
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Comfort Inn of Bonita Springs**................................992-5001
www.BonitaComfortInn.com
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DiamondHead All-Suite Beach Resort**...................765-7654
1-888-765-5002 • www.DiamondHeadFL.com
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DoubleTree Guest Suites, Naples**............................593-8733
12200 N. Tamiami Trail, Naples
1-800-222-8733 • www.DoubleTreeNaples.com
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Embassy Suites Hotel Fort Myers-Estero**..............949-4222
10450 Corkscrew Commons Drive, Estero
1-866-949-9491
www.FortMyersEmbassy.com
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Free breakfast; special rates for locals
Hampton Inn of Bonita Springs**..............................947-9393
www.Hampton-Inn.com/hi/naples-bonitaspr
Hilton Garden Inn Fort Myers Airport/FGCU......... 210-7200
16410 Corporate Commerce Way, Fort Myers
www.fortmyersairportfgcu.hgr.com
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Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort**..........................394-5000
560 South Collier Blvd., Marco Island
1-800-HILTONS • www.HiltonMarcoIsland.com
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites**..................................948-0699
1-877-319-7666 • www.HIEBonitaSprings.com
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Holiday Inn Fort Myers Airport at Town Center**.... 561-1550
9931 Interstate Commerce Drive, Fort Myers
1-888-HOLIDAY • www.ICHotelsGroup.com
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Holiday Inn Fort Myers Beach**................................. 463-5711
1-800-690-9350 • www.FortMyersBeachHI.com
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Airport/FGCU............. 210-7300
16450 Corporate Commerce Way, Fort Myers
www.fortmyersairport.fgcu.homewoodsuites.com
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nice MATTERS . . .
Accommodations
GENERAL, COSMETIC & IMPLANT DENTISTRY
We Welcome Cowards, New Patients, and Emergencies All Year Long
State of the Art Facilities • Massage Chairs with TVs
We Will File Your Insurance • In Office Teeth Whitening
Digital X-Rays • Laser Periodontal Therapy • Private Treatment Rooms
CONTE
Dental Associates
9400 FOUNTIAN MEDICAL COURT SUITE B101
BONITA SPRINGS (ACROSS FROM SPANISH WELLS)
Call Mary for an appointment . . .
947-6646
www.contedental.com
Hyatt Place Coconut Point**................495-1395
23120 Via Villagio, Estero • www.HyattPlace.com
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Graduate of the Univeristy of
Kentucky & Univeristy of Florida
Member of American Academy
of Cosmetic Dentistry
Serving Lee & Collier Counties for
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Inn at Pelican Bay**.....................597-8777
The fine art photography of Alan S. Maltz graces our cover, brilliantly capturing the beauty
and mystique that surrounds Bonita Springs and Southwest Florida.
Mr. Maltz’s work can be found throughout the world in private, public and corporate collections such as Bank of America Tower at International Place in Miami; Carter Presidential Library
in Atlanta; The Ritz-Carlton in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Canson in Caen, France.
Sixty of Maltz’s fine art images hang as a permanent exhibition at the Southwest Florida
International Airport in Fort Myers. These commissioned, limited-edition pieces hang in large
format and capture the allure of Lee County and celebrate the magic of everyday life in the
natural world.
Maltz’s acclaimed books have received numerous honors and recognition. His latest, “Florida
… Beyond the Blue Horizon,” was selected as the Official Coffee Table Book of Super Bowl XLI.
His next collection, “Visions of Beauty: The Beaches Of Fort Myers & Sanibel,” will be released
this fall.
Maltz has been designated the "Official Fine Art Photographer for the State of Florida" and
"The Official Wildlife Photographer of Florida." His gallery and studio is located in Old Town
Key West and features his cutting-edge fine art, innovative framing designs and published works.
Alan and his family enjoy the tranquility of nature from their home in the lower Florida Keys.
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Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa**.
.................................................................444-1234
5001 Coconut Road
www.CoconutPoint.Hyatt.com
800 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples
1-800-597-8770 • www.InnAtPelicanBay.com
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Inn at The Springs**.............................949-5913
8901 Highland Woods Blvd.
1-800-544-0377
www.InnAtTheSprings.com
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Lovers Key Resort**.............................765-1040
1-877-798-4879 • www.LoversKey.com
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Honesty Trust Integrity Stability Service
Bayfront
Trianon Bonita Bay**............................948-4400
3401 Bay Commons Drive
1-800-859-3999 • www.Trianon.com
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Additional Hotels/Motels
We built our Bonita Relationship team with experienced bankers who
have local market knowledge and the authority to make decisions. As an elite
provider of commercial and personal banking products and services,
our team is prepared to offer you innovative financial solutions.
We are Florida's bank for business.
Bonita Boat Rentals & Resort ................992-2137
Edison Beach House................................463-1530
Flamingo Motel of Bonita.......................992-7566
Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers-Estero
.................................................................947-5566
Ranch House Motel.................................948-9300
Shangri-La Springs..................................498-7701
Waterstone Resorts & Vacation Homes...992-6620
Bed & Breakfasts
Mango Street Inn.................................... 233-8542
Apartment / Condo / Home
Rentals
Visit our Bonita Springs location to learn more.
9160 Bonita Beach Road * Bonita Springs, FL 34135 * 239.444.2860
www.CNLBank.com
Member FDIC
Bonita Village Realty, LLC**.............. 390-8860
3998 Bonita Beach Road • www.bonitavillage.com
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Break Away to Southwest Florida**....498-2119
9220 Bonita Beach Road, Ste. 218
1-800-619-0229 • www.breakawayproperties.com
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(amenities vary by location)
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate Connie Troop**..................................... 992-0059
23421 Walden Center Drive, #100
www.floridamoves.com
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Premier Properties of Southwest Florida, Inc.,
REALTORS........................................... 948-4000
26811 South Bay Drive, #130
www.premier-properties.com
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ReMAX Sundance Realty II - Mike Wobrock
................................................................ 248-1609
26201 Hickory Blvd.
www.mikewobrock.remax.com
Call for information about amenities.
Over 40 Years Serving SW Florida
RV Parks / Mobile Home Resorts
Citrus Park** ....................................... 992-3030
25501 Trost Blvd.
1-800-892-5737 • www.CitrusParkRVMobile.com
Driving Range
Custom Homes • Duplex's • Old Florida Style Homes • Remodeling
Imperial Bonita Estates Co-op Inc.
(RV Resort).............................................992-0511
27700 Bourbonniere Drive S.E.
1-800-690-6619
P.O. Box 525, Bonita Springs, FL 34133 • (239) 992-5361
[email protected]
www.RussConstruction.com
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Additional Apt/Condo/Home Rentals
Bay Beach Realty LC ............................ 947-9361
Bay Forest Realty Condo Rentals........... 992-7017
Carla Bonten Realty, Inc. . ..................... 949-9122
Exit Gulder Real Estate ......................... 992-3330
M3 Rentals LLC..................................... 947-3475
Mason Realty, Inc................................... 598-9988
Monterra at Bonita Springs ................... 948-3826
ONESource Real Estate Services Center
dba Naples Realty Services ............... 262-4333
Pollard & Hedrich Realty, Inc................ 947-3432
Realty World-Florida.............................. 495-9968
Sandy Retreats........................................ 821-4971
Turtle Creek Apartments/C.J. Communities
................................................................ 992-8833
WBG SW Florida, Inc............................ 495-9898
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Attractions
1. Ball Parks (by Recreation Center)
2. Cocohatchee Nature Center
3. Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
4. Everblades Hockey/Germain Arena
5. Everglades Wonder Gardens
6. Golf Safari Miniature Golf
7. Koreshan State Historic Site
8. Naples/Fort Myers Greyhound Track
9. Philharmonic Center for the Arts
BEACHES
10. Barefoot Beach Preserve
11. Bonita Beach Park
12. Delnor-Wiggins State Park/Beach
13. Dog Beach
14. Little Hickory Island Beach Park
15. Lovers Key State Recreation Area
16. Vanderbilt Beach
Community Resources
17. Art League of Bonita Springs
18. Bonita Community Health Center
19. Bonita Springs Area
Chamber of Commerce
20. Bonita Springs Charter School
21. Bonita Springs Elementary School
22. Bonita Springs Fire Station
23. Bonita Springs Middle School
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24. Bonita Springs RecreationCenter/ 48. Pelican’s Nest
Skate Park/Community Pool
49. Quail Village Golf Club
25. Bonita Springs YMCA
50. Raptor Bay
26. Community Hall
51. Spanish Wells
27. Estero Community Park
52. Spring Run
28. Estero High School
53. The Strand
29. Estero Medical Center/
54. Vasari
Urgent Care Center of SW Florida 55. West Bay Club
30. Library - Bonita Springs public
56. Worthington Country Club
31. North Collier Hospital
Shopping Centers
32. Pinewoods Elementary
57. Bay Crossings
33. Post Office - Main
58. Bay Landing Shopping Center
34. Post Office - Survey Creek Branch 59. Bernwood Shoppes
35. Riverside Park
60. Bonita Grande Crossing
36. Sheriff’s Office
61. Bonita Village
37. Spring Creek Elementary School 62. Center of Bonita Springs
38. Three Oaks Middle School
63. Coconut Point
Golf Courses
64. Gulf Coast Town Center
39. Bonita Bay
65. International Design Center
40. Colony Golf & Bay Club
66. Miromar Outlets
41. Copperleaf Golf Club
67. North Bay Village
42. Grandezza
68. The Promenade at Bonita Bay
43. Highland Woods
69. Shoppes at Pelican Landing
44. Hunters Ridge Country Club
70. Southern Exposure Shopping Ctr.
45. Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club 71. Springs Plaza
46. Old Corkscrew
72. Sunshine Shopping Plaza
47. Palmira
73. The Waterside Shops
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the Bonita Springs area, contact:
25071 Chamber of Commerce Drive
Bonita Springs, Florida 34135
(239) 992-2943 or 1-800-226-2943
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BROADWAY
BONITA BILL ST
STRIKE LANE
ESTERO PKWY
SANDY LANE
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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
1-75 EXITS 128 & 131
THREE OAKS PARKWAY
FLORIDA GULF COAST
UNIVERSITY
1-75 EXITS 123 & 128
EXIT 128
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I-75 Exits (north to south)
Exit 138 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SR 82
(Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. & downtown Fort Myers)
Exit 136 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SR 884/Colonial Blvd.
(Fort Myers)
Exit 131 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Daniels Parkway
(RSW - Southwest Florida International Airport)
Exit 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alico Road
(RSW - Southwest Florida International Airport;
FGCU; Gulf Coast Town Center)
Exit 123 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corkscrew Road
(Estero, FGCU, Miromar Outlets, International
Design Center, Coconut Point)
Exit 116 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bonita Beach Road
(Main Bonita Springs Exit, most direct access to
the Gulf)
Exit 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CR 846/Immokalee Road
(North Naples)
Exit 107 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CR 896/Pine Ridge Road
(North Naples, The Waterside Shops)
Exit 105 . . . . . . . . . . . . CR 886/Golden Gate Pkwy.
(Central Naples)
Exit 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CR 951/Collier Blvd.
(South and East Naples, Downtown Naples, and
Marco Island)
Driving Distances
Distance to Other Cities (miles)
Fort Lauderdale.......................... 120
Jacksonville................................. 335
Miami . ........................................ 137
Orlando........................................ 236
Tampa.......................................... 152
Tallahassee.................................. 412
West Palm Beach........................ 160
Bonita Springs is located at Exit 116
off I-75, Bonita Beach Road, which
leads directly to the heart of downtown Bonita Springs and continues
west to the beach.
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riendly residents and community spirit are
among Bonita’s greatest assets. Busy families, young professionals and active retirees
live, work and play side by side, nurturing and
enjoying the many community resources available
to every age, interest and need.
Like its Southwest Florida neighbors, Bonita
Springs has experienced major growth during the
last decade, but its small-town charm and graciousness remain. Thanks to the city’s far-sighted
residents, its rich history and unique downtown
amenities are being preserved and enhanced.
What has changed most is the roster of remarkable resources now available within Bonita’s
boundaries and just minutes away.
Cosmopolitan Amenities
Two major performing arts centers—one in
Fort Myers, the other in Naples—offer world-class
entertainment, from Broadway to ballet. The Art
League of Bonita Springs’ comprehensive campus, the ALBS Center for the Arts, has impressive
galleries and a full roster of courses. Recreational
and leisure activities for all ages are available at
the state-of-the-art YMCA and the Bonita Springs
Recreation Center. A variety of museums dot the
Southwest Florida map, as do nature preserves,
parks and sanctuaries.
Shopping and dining have achieved worldclass status as well, adding another layer to Bonita’s reach tapestry of pleasures.
Education & Healthcare
The best in higher education is right at Bonita’s
back door: Florida Gulf Coast University. Additional colleges and universities, many with programs focused on working adults, dot the Southwest Florida map. Throughout the Lee County
School District, specialty schools, preschools and
vo-tech and continuing education venues abound.
The Bonita Springs Public Library, part of the
comprehensive Lee County Library System, holds
thousands of volumes and offers a full schedule of
informative and entertaining programs for children and adults throughout the year.
The medical community in and around Bonita
Springs boasts a sophisticated network of services
that includes urgent-care and walk-in clinics; fullservice hospitals with birthing rooms, open-heart
surgery and geriatric specialties; plus everything
in between. Several assisted living/retirement
communities are also located here.
Neighborhoods
& Real Estate
House hunters have their choice of an extraordinary array of neighborhoods, price points and
amenities in the Bonita Springs area: mature
neighborhoods with hometown charm, spectacular golf communities, or waterfront cottages and
grand estates. Waterfront living extends beyond
the beach, also encompassing homes and condominiums that overlook the Imperial river and
scenic finger canals. No matter where you live
in Bonita, though, you’re only minutes from the
Gulf.
Golf, a 12-month pleasure in our gentle climate,
is the focal point of many communities. Several
boast championship courses, elegant clubhouses
and an impressive array of club amenities.
Clusters of quaint little neighborhoods also
nestle within Bonita and include charming houses
with Old Florida features, as well as a palette of
new homes.
Come explore our gracious community,
where the daily sunshine is complemented by
the warmth of our residents and wealth of our
exceptional resources. You’ll discover that Bonita
Springs is, truly, where you want to be!
INFORMATION DIRECTORY
Emergencies
dial 9-1-1
Poison Control
toll-free number:
1-800-222-1222
Weather Station
Average Temperatures (°F) & Rainfall
Month
High Low
Rain
Jan.-March
77
56
2.35˝
April-June
88
68
4.95˝
July-Sept.
91
74
8.79˝
Oct.-Dec.
81
62
1.96˝
• Average Year-round
Temperature: 75
• Average Annual Rainfall: 54.2˝
• Average Annual Gulf
Temperature: 78
Government
& Services
Bonita Springs City Council
www.cityofbonitasprings.org
City Hall - 9101 Bonita Beach Road
The City of Bonita Springs is governed by a mayor, elected at-large,
and six council members elected
within districts (see the district map
on their website). A city manager is
appointed by the mayor and council. Council meetings are usually
held at City Hall. Hours are 8 a.m.-5
p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Mayor & council members.949-6262
Mayor............................... Ben Nelson
City Manager.................... Gary Price
City Attorney............. Audrey Vance
City Clerk/Treasurer....Dianne Lynn
Councilmen:
District 1..................Richard Ferreira
District 2.........................Janet Martin
District 3..................Patrick McCourt
District 4...................... John D. Spear
District 5....................Martha Simons
District 6..........................Bill Lonkart
Bonita Springs Fire Control &
Rescue................................... 949-6200
www.bonitafire.org
27701 Bonita Grande Drive
General information, public
safety classes (CPR, first aid), fire
inspections, building plans review.
Clerk of the Courts............. 533-5000
www.leeclerk.org
Administration Building (2115 Second
Street) and Justice Center (1700 Monroe Street) are both in Fort Myers
Traffic fines, record of deed,
simplified divorces, land records,
declaration of domicile, passport application, and probate information.
Call or visit the website to see which
building/location you need.
County Government - Collier
County.................................. 774-8999
www.colliergov.net
A small portion of Bonita Springs
(Bonita Shores, for example) is
within Collier County borders.
County Government - Lee County
............................................... 533-2737
www.lee-county.com
Most of Bonita Springs is contained within Lee County.
Driver Licenses
General information and driving
test appointments . ............. 533-6000
Department of Highway Safety &
Motor Vehicles...........1-850-617-2000
Florida - State Government
www.myflorida.com
Includes information for newcomers and inks to state and county
organizations.
Florida - State Legislature
www.flsenate.gov
Type in your zip code and get
links to your Florida state representatives and senators, and members of
Congress.
Homestead Exemption ..... 533-6100
Lee County Property Appraiser
www.leepa.org
Homestead Exemptions are applied to annual property taxes. Call
or visit the website for information,
deadlines, and forms for filing.
Lee County Office of the Sheriff
............................................... 477-1000
www.sheriffleefl.org
Bonita Springs substation.. 477-3040
Lee South substation........... 477-1840
Social Security Office 1. -800-772-1213
www.ssa.gov
10100 Deer Park Run Farm Road
Fort Myers
United States Postal Service
.................................1-800-ASK-USPS
www.usps.com
Zip codes, rates, and contract
post office locations and hours.
Main Bonita Post Office ... 948-2694
9071 Bonita Beach Road S.E.
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
Survey Creek Branch......... 948-0467
26150 Old 41 Road
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
9 a.m.-noon Saturday
community
Newcomer or visitor,
turn here for helpful information,
phone numbers and websites.
Area code is 239 and location is
Bonita Springs unless indicated.
information directory
community
Vehicle Registration
Lee County Tax Collector... 533-6000
www.leetc.com
Bonita office: 25300 Bernwood Drive
New residents must register vehicles immediately in person or by
mail. Proof of insurance is required.
Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. MondayFriday.
Voter Registration.............. 533-6300
www.leeelections.com
Voter registration closes 29 days
before each election. Applications
are available at the Bonita Springs
Public Library, Chamber of Commerce, and Supervisor of Elections
(Coconut Commerce Center, 24951
Old U.S. 41 Road, Suite 10; phone
949-1581). Call for more locations.
Information Sources
Bonita Springs Assistance Office, Inc.
............................................... 992-3034
www.bsao.org
10322 Pennsylvania Avenue
Emergency relief to lessen impact
of financial and personal crises.
Bonita Springs Area
Chamber of Commerce..... 992-2943
Toll-free.......................... 800-226-2943
A comprehensive source for newcomer, visitor, relocation and business information. Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5
p.m. Monday-Friday. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Saturdays during winter season.
Bonita Springs-Estero Association
of Realtors, Inc.................... 992-6771
www.bonitaspringsrealtors.com
25300 Bernwood Drive, Suite 1
Excellent resource for residential
and commercial real estate offerings.
Bonita Springs Public Library
............................................... 992-0101
www.lee-county.com/library
26876 Pine Avenue
The library has thousands of volumes, 30 computers, and numerous
programs for children and adults.
Meeting room accommodates 48
people. Special exhibits, lectures,
author luncheons, Storytime and
other activities are regularly scheduled (calendar is online). Hours: 10
a.m.-6 p.m. Mon., Wed. and Fri.;
10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues. and Thurs.; 9
a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.
Small Business Development Center - Florida Gulf Coast University
............................................... 745-3700
www.fgcu.edu/cob/sbdc
One-on-one counseling (free)
and assistance for start-up, existing
and expanding small businesses.
Seminars and workshops. Operated
by the U.S. Small Business
Administration and FGCU’s Lutgert
College of Business.
Licenses
Fishing Licenses................. 533-6000
Instant License Line..1-888-347-4356
http://floridaconservation.org/license/
Most visitors and residents need
a license for salt- and freshwater
fishing; call or go online to website shown for complete information and to apply. The County Tax
Collector’s Office, most marinas,
and bait and tackle shops can issue
licenses.
Marriage............................... 533-5000
www.leeclerk.org
Both parties must apply in person, with proper identification. Visit
the Clerk of Courts’ website or call
for specific information and list of
acceptable ID’s.
Pets/Animal Services - Lee County
Animal Services.................. 533-7387
www.leelostpets.com
5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers
Dogs, cats and ferrets require
rabies vaccinations (good for one to
three years) and annual licenses. See
a veterinarian.
Newspapers
Bonita Daily News/The Banner,
Scripps Southwest Group
www.bonitanews.com............ 213-6000
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The News-Press.................. 335-0200
www.news-press.com
Transportation
Airports
Southwest Florida International
Airport (RSW)..................... 590-4800
www.flylcpa.com
Page Field, Fort Myers (FMY)
(General Aviation)............... 936-1443
www.flylcpa.com/fmy/
Naples Municipal Airport (CAPF)
(General Aviation)............... 643-0733
www.flynaples.com
Call for airlines and schedules.
Bus Service
Lee County Transit (LeeTran)
www.rideleetran.com............. 533-8726
Collier Area Transit (CAT).596-7777
www.colliergov.net
Major Highways
• I-75 north/south
• I-75 east Naples to
Fort Lauderdale and Miami area
with connectors to I-95
• U.S. 41 north/south, or east
to Miami
Port Waterways
Port Boca Grande (Gulf of Mexico)
Okeechobee Waterway
(coast to coast through Lake
Okeechobee)
Utilities and
Recycling
Cable
Comcast................................ 793-3577
24830 S. Tamiami Trail
Time Warner Cable............ 598-1104
Electric
Florida Power & Light (FPL)
www.fpl.com
Emergency & routine customer
service.........................1-800-226-3545
Natural Gas
TECO Peoples Gas...1-877-832-6747
www.peoplesgas.com
5901 Enterprise Parkway, Fort Myers
Telephone
EMBARQ
www.embarq.com
Residential . ..............1-888-723-8010
Business accounts . ...1-800-786-6272
community
Waste Disposal &
Curbside Recycling
Lee County Solid Waste ... 533-8000
www.lee-county.com/solidwaste/
Horticultural waste (grass clippings, fallen fruit, leaves, tree limbs,
palm fronds) is picked up regularly.
To dispose of furniture and large appliances, call and request a “special
collection” (no additional charge for
this service).
Veolia ES Solid Waste....... 334-1224
Curbside recycling. Veolia furnishes blue recycling bins.
Water & Sewer
Bonita Springs Utilities, Inc..992-0711
www.bonitaspringsutilities.com
11860 E. Terry Street
School & Education
Information
Lee County School District.334-1102
www.leeschools.net
To determine a child’s school
assignment in Lee County, call the
Parent Information office at 337-8247
or check online at
www.leeschools.net.
Immunization requirements
........................................ 850-245-4342
Exceptional student education
.....................................................334-1102
Pre-School
Headstart Pre-K Program, Early
Head Start and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)........................ 334-1109
Elementary Schools
Bonita Springs Elementary.992-0801
10701 Dean Street, S.E.
Pinewoods........................... 947-7500
11900 Stoneybrook Golf Drive, Estero
information directory
Spring Creek Elementary
............................................... 947-0001
25571 Elementary Way
Colleges & Universities
Ave Maria University....... 280-1678
5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Naples
www.naples.avemaria.edu
Catholic university offering
liberal arts undergraduate degrees,
and graduate degrees in theology
and exceptional education.
community
Middle School
Bonita Springs Middle School
............................................... 992-4422
10141 West Terry Street
High School
Estero High School............ 947-9400
21900 River Ranch Road, Estero
Other Schools
Art League of Bonita Springs
............................................... 495-8989
26100 Old 41 Road
www.artcenter.org
Art classes in a variety of mediums for all ages. Special series for
children. Call or visit the website for
information.
Bonita Springs Charter School
............................................... 992-6932
25380 Bernwood Drive
The College of Life Foundation,
Inc.......................................... 992-2184
8661 Corkscrew Road, Estero
FGCU Small Business Development Center.................. (see page 38)
Gospel Baptist Church & School
............................................... 947-1285
24861 Old 41 Road
Hope Lutheran Church and A
Learning Center of Hope.. 992-6952
25999 Old 41 Road
Journey’s Academy for Students
with Unique Learning Profiles
............................................... 593-5535
10641 Airport-Pulling Road, Ste. 26,
Naples
Royal Palm Academy........ 594-9888
www.royalpalmacademy.com
16100 Livingston Road, Naples
Adult &
Continuing Education
Lee County Adult
& Community Education... 334-7172
Continued
Florida Gulf Coast University
(FGCU) 590-1000 or 1-800-590-3428
10501 FGCU Blvd. South, Fort Myers
www.fgcu.edu
Center for Leadership & Innovation
............................................... 948-1812
Small Business Development Center
............................................... 225-4220
Located on 760 pristine acres
in the heart of Southwest Florida,
Florida Gulf Coast University has
carefully preserved its natural
location to serve as a living
laboratory.; the FGCU campus is
one of the most technologically
advanced in the world. FGCU’s five
colleges offer 51 undergraduate
degree programs and 31 graduate
degree programs in Arts and
Sciences, Business, Education,
Health Professions, and Professional
Studies. Distance learning and
doctoral programs are offered, as
well.
In Fall 2008, FGCU celebrated a
milestone enrollment of more than
10,300 students from all 50 states, the
District of Columbia, and nearly 80
countries. 9,300 students from all 50
states, the District of Columbia, and
nearly 80 countries,
The Renaissance Academy of
FGCU offers a wealth of opportunities for adult learners. Call 590-1095
or visit www.fgcu.edu/racademy.
FGCU’s unique WCI Green
Building Demonstration & Learning
Center encourages environmentallyfriendly building (www.fgcu.edu/
greenbuilding/).
Edison State College
www.edison.edu
8099 College Pkwy. S.W., Fort Myers
Fort Myers............................ 489-9270
Associate’s and bachelors degrees,
ongoing education and multiple campuses, including Naples.
Hodges University
2655 Northbrooke Dr., Naples.. 513-1122
4501 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers
............................................... 482-0019
www.hodges.edu
Associate, Bachelor and graduate
degree programs in career-related
disciplines. Lifelong learning center
for adult enrichment education, in
Naples.
University of Phoenix........ 207-7613
www.phoenix.edu
Online university offering associate’s, bachelor’s and graduate degree
programs.
Vocational/Technical
Bonita Springs School....... 495-0714
10915 Bonita Springs Road, S.E. #2111
Cozmo The School, Inc..... 495-1810
10347 Bonita Beach Road, Unit 103
Lee Vocational/High-Tech Center
www.leeschools.net
Central Campus.................. 334-4544
3800 Michigan Avenue, Fort Myers
North Campus..................... 574-4440
360 Santa Barbara Blvd. N., Cape Coral
Healthcare Resources
The Bonita Springs area encompasses a sophisticated network of
state-of-the-art medical services and
healthcare. Urgent-care and walk-in
clinics provide resources for
non-emergencies.
Assisted Living/Retirement
Communities/Nursing Homes
Arbor Trace.......................... 598-3490
1000 Arbor Trace Lake Drive, Naples
Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh
............................................... 593-3744
4800 Aston Gardens Way, Naples
Bentley Village, A Classic Residence by Hyatt.................... 597-1121
704 Village Circle, Naples
Glenview at Pelican Bay... 591-0011
100 Glenview Place, Naples
Juniper Village at Naples, Wellspring
Memory Care....................... 598-1368
1155 Encore Way, Naples
Merrill Gardens at Naples.598-1213
1710 SW Health Parkway, Naples
Summerville at Bonita Springs
............................................... 948-2600
26850 South Bay Drive
At-home Care/Senior Services
Angels in the Wings.......... 969-2643
Hope Hospice...................... 482-4673
Millennium House
of Southwest Florida......... 992-5513
Right At Home.................... 949-1070
Family Health Center of SW
Florida, Inc........................... 278-3600
24341 Tamiami Trail, Units A-2 & B-4
Lee Memorial Health System
............................................... 466-4455
www.leememorial.org
8250 College Pkwy., #103
Includes several healthcare facilities, including hospitals and walk-in
clinics.
• Lee Memorial Hospital.. 332-1111
2776 Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers
NCH Bonita Wound Healing
Center .................................. 495-4995
www.NCHmd.org
3501 Health Center Blvd., #2400
State-of-the-art treatment for
non-healing wounds.
NCH Healthcare System... 436-5000
www.nchmd.org
350 7th Street North, Naples
Several healthcare facilities,
including North Collier Hospital.
24-hour emergency care, in- and
out-patient surgery, rehabilitation
center.
• North Collier Hospital.... 513-7000
11190 Health Park Blvd, North Naples
24-hour emergency care. Comprehensive diagnostic, treatment,
rehabilitation and surgery services.
Physicians Regional
Medical Center................... 348-4000
www.physiciansregional.com
6101 Pine Ridge Road, Naples
24-hour emergency care. Also
offers comprehensive diagnostic,
treatment, surgery and rehabilitation services.
Urgent Care Center
of Southwest Florida ....... 333-2273
www.urgentcareswfl.com
10201 Arcos Avenue, #105
Walk-in urgent care medical
clinic.
Housing
Bonita Springs Area
Price Ranges for March 2009
2-Bedroom, 2-Bath Condominium:
........................$79,900 to $3.1 million
3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Single-Family
Home:...........$169,900 to $5.3 million
Source: Bonita Springs-Estero Association of Realtors, 3/09.
NOTE: These statistics are drawn from
the SunshineMLS system. The information represented is deemed accurate, but
not guaranteed.
Senior Friendship Centers
of Lee County...................... 275-1881
United Home Care Services
..................................................947-6855
Clinics, Hospitals
& Medical Centers
Bonita Community Health Center
............................................... 949-1050
www.bonitahealthcenter.com
3501 Health Center Blvd.
Comprehensive diagnostic, treatment, rehabilitation and surgical
center.
DaVita Inc. - DVA Renal Healthcare
............................................... 949-0444
www.gambro.com
Dialysis services.
community
The Carlisle Naples........... 591-2200
6945 Carlisle Court, Naples
Estero Medical Center ...... 992-9908
www.esteromedical.com
10201 Arcos Avenue, #106
Multi-specialty physician alliance that includes urgent care and
rehabilitation.
business
economic
opportunitIes
A
n extraordinary quality
of life and a welcoming
attitude combine to make
Bonita Springs one of the nation’s
most desirable business locations.
Bonita has achieved renown as a
seaside sanctuary and vacationer’s dream—but it is also one of
the top-ranked areas in the nation
for new business start-ups and
relocations. Several national firms
in life sciences, technology and
research are headquartered here.
Large corporations flourish,
of course, but smaller entrepreneurs thrive as well: more than 85
percent of the Chamber’s member businesses have 20 or fewer
employees.
Businesses are choosing Bonita
for a number of reasons: strategic
location; proactive community
and business development plans;
a well-educated workforce; a
growing state university (FGCU)
and new Catholic university (Ave
Maria) just minutes away—not
to mention year-round sunshine
coupled with superb amenities.
Skilled and unskilled labor is
also abundant. Steady, managed
growth will put Lee County’s
population at more than 650,000
by the year 2015. Working-age
people (18 to 64) make up 56 percent of the population.
Location & Infrastructure
The City of Bonita Springs is
strategically located between two
metropolitan statistical areas—
Naples and Fort Myers—and
lies equidistant from Tampa to
the north and Miami to the east.
Southwest Florida International
Airport (RSW), just 20 minutes
from the center of Bonita Springs,
has regularly scheduled international flights and holds Foreign
Trade Zone (FTZ) status.
Two general aviation airports
also serve the area: Naples Municipal Airport to the south, and
Fort Myers Airways/Page Field to
the north.
Interstate 75 stretches from
Michigan’s Upper Peninsula all
the way south to Bonita Springs.
Just beyond Exit 116/Bonita Beach
Road, I-75 swings east, connecting Bonita Springs to Miami and
Fort Lauderdale as well as I-95,
the country’s major north/south
link to the Northeast.
Seminole Gulf Railway, with
a Bonita Springs station, hauls
freight through to Arcadia,
Florida, where it links with other
rail services. Major moving and
trucking firms serve the area, and
deep-water ports are easily accessible. The Okeechobee Waterway
provides a navigation route from
the Gulf of Mexico via the Caloosahatchee River to Florida’s east
coast and the Atlantic Ocean.
Lee County keeps pace with
plenty of hi-tech, innovative infrastructure, as well. Its advanced
telecommunications options include SONET ring service with a
survivable fiber optic system that
prevents phone service interruptions. EMBARQ is the local phone
service provider, with residential
rates below the national average.
Proactive
Business Climate
Our burgeoning business
environment gets a boost from
several key players. One is the
Bonita Springs Area Chamber of
Commerce, which has earned a
5-Star Accreditation—the highest possible rating—by the U.S.
Chamber of Commerce. The
Chamber is driven by members
and volunteers who participate
in work groups, committees and
business and community efforts.
Additional information on business information and assistance
resources can be found on pages
38-40.
Florida statutes are kind to
business and industry. The state
imposes no personal income
tax, no corporate income tax
on subchapter S-corporations
and limited partnerships, no
state-level property tax, and
no inventory tax, among other
incentives. The Lee County
airports’ FTZ status shelters
businesses with international ties
from additional taxes on goods
shipped and received.
Little wonder that so many
companies and entrepreneurs
choose Bonita Springs as their
new home town—here, economic
opportunity flourishes, coupled
with a dedicated commitment
to quality of life. Bonita is where
business wants to be.
business
A Revitalized
Downtown
The park, by downtown Bonita’s huge banyan tree (itself a
historic landmark), is the site of
A few years ago, the City of
family-friendly activities, such as
Bonita Springs debuted a master
the “Movies in the Park” series
plan for the transformation of
(January through April)
downtown Bonita. They
sponsored by the City, the
envisioned pedestrianChamber and the Bonita
friendly, landscaped walkSprings-Estero Associaways with access to offices,
tion of Realtors, Inc.
specialty shops and restauThe historic Liles Hotel
rants—a thriving business
and
six fishing cottages—
location and gathering
important elements of
place reminiscent of HomeBonita’s riverfront
town America, where
heritage—have been
friends greet neighbors,
renovated and recently
visitors are welcome, and
opened to the public. The
everyone comes together
refurbished hotel serves
to enjoy special events and
as a heritage museum
leisure activities.
with historically themed
The Liles Hotel (top), at Riverside Park, is home to the Bonita
exhibitions that celebrate
Vibrant Metamorphosis Springs Historical Society. The park's bandshell hosts concerts.
Bonita’s
colorful past.
Preserves the Past
includes a newly built state-ofLocal artists use the cottages as
galleries and studios, holding
the-art bandshell. Future ameniToday, Bonita’s historic
“open house” hours during the
ties
may
include
a
boat
launch
downtown—the area nestled
winter season (see the Calendar
and floating dock, plus paved
between Bonita Beach Road and
hiking and biking trails.
of Events, pages 18-19).
Terry Street along “Old U.S.
41”—is evolving in alignment
with the City’s master plan.
Downtown’s Riverside Park is
a prime example, a scenic venue
for City and special events that
business directory
business
Business Assistance &
Information Resources
Bonita Springs Area
Chamber of Commerce..... 992-2943
Toll-free.......................1-800-226-2943
(directly off U.S. 41)
The Chamber is a membershipbased organization that exists to
support local businesses throughout
the Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero
and Fort Myers corridor. It offers
networking, ribbon cuttings, educational workshops, business referrals,
and more.
The Chamber’s website has direct
links to everything you need to operate a business in Southwest Florida,
including a downloadable PDF,
Quick Steps for Starting a Business.
Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. MondayFriday. Open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays
during winter season.
Bonita Springs Community
Development Office........... 444-6150
9220 Bonita Beach Road, Ste. 111
The City's Community Development Department has three primary
divisions: Planning & Zoning; Development Engineering and Environmental Resources; and Building
& Inspections.
City of Bonita Springs....... 949-6262
City Hall, 9101 Bonita Beach Road
City Hall hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Monday-Friday.
Enterprise Florida (Coral Gables/
Miami) ........................... 305-808-3660
www.eflorida.com
Offers a variety of services to help
businesses locate or expand in Florida,
or export from Florida.
Lee County Economic Development
Office (EDO).338-3161 or 800-330-3161
www.leecountybusiness.com
12800 University Drive, Ste. 300
The EDO is a government
department that works to bring new
companies to the area and help existing
businesses grow and expand. EDO
staff help support the Horizon Council,
a public-private advisory board to
the county commission on economic
development issues, and the Horizon
Foundation, a 501(c)3 charitable
organization that raises private sector
monies to support and improve the local
business climate.
An excellent source for demographic
and statistical information, the EDO
also provides help with business
site selection, matching recruitment
and training needs with appropriate
agencies, suggesting sources for financial
assistance and more. Its Business StartUp Guide includes all the information
needed to start a new business in the
area. A similarly comprehensive Business
Resource Guide lists organizations at
local, state and federal levels that are
available as resources.
Lee County Library System
............................................... 479-4636
www.lee-county.com/library
Their “Telephone Reference
Desk” can answer many general
business queries.
Service Corps of Retired Executives
(SCORE) - Resource partner with the
U.S. Small Business Administration
(SBA)
www.sba.gov
Lee County Chapter............... 489-2935
www.score219.org
Collier County Chapter......... 430-0081
www.scorenaples.org
Free personalized counseling for
businesses, provided by volunteer
counselors with hands-on business
experience. SCORE presents occasional
seminars and is also a source for SBA
publications.
Small Business Development Center Florida Gulf Coast University
(SBDC).................................. 745-3700
www.fgcu.edu/cob/sbdc
One-on-one counseling (free) and
assistance for start-up, existing and
expanding small businesses. Seminars
and workshops. Operated by the U.S.
Small Business Administration and
FGCU’s Lutgert College of Business.
The SBDC is the program administrator
Continued
for the Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise Program for Lee County.
Southwest Florida Enterprise Center
(SWEC)................................. 321-7086
3903 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd., Fort Myers
Business incubator offering access
to technical assistance programs. It
offers commercial, warehouse, and
professional office space at competitive
market rates. Other costs, such as
overhead, training facilities, training
workshops, and onsite business
counseling, are shared.
Licenses,
Regulations &
Permits
Building Permits, Zoning, &
Variances
All construction, reconstruction, and remodeling projects in Lee
County require building permits
and inspections.
Building Permits.................. 533-8329
Inspections........................... 533-5801
Zoning & Variances............ 533-6159
Fictitious Name Registration
........................................ 850-245-6058
www.sunbiz.org
Through the Florida State
Division of Corporations. Go online,
or pick up information at the Lee
County Tax Collectors’ Office, 25300
Bernwood Lane, Unit 3. Hours: 8:30
a.m.-5 p.m.
Occupational Licenses....... 533-6000
Any business operating within
the City of Bonita Springs must
obtain an annual city occupational
license. Applications are available
at the Tax Collector’s Office, 25300
Bernwood Lane, Unit 3. Hours:
8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Professional Regulation
(State information)....... 850-487-1395
www.myfloridalicense.com
Many professions and occupations
have their own examination licensing
boards, but the Florida Department
of Professional and Occupational
Regulation has overall jurisdiction.
Bonita Springs
U.S. Census data (2000),
& Lee County EDO
Demographic
Characteristics
business
Population ................................46,681
(70,000+ seasonal)
2000 population .......................32,797
1990 population........................13,600
Median age....................................50.9
Median Household Income..$57,703
Per Capita Income..................$44,500
Density
(Population per square mile)
...................................................1,124.1
Labor Force...............................20,513
Source: leecountybusiness.com
Occupation
Management, professional .... 24.6%
Service........................................ 21.7%
Sales, office ............................... 27.2%
Farming, fishing, forestry....... 1.8%
Construction, extraction,
maintenance............................. 18%
Production, transportation,
material moving................... 6.8%
Population by Age - 2000 Census
Bonita Springs
0 - 17..................13.9%
18 - 24..................5.9%
25 - 44................19.8%
45 - 64................28.8%
65 + ...................31.6%
Education
Population 25 years and older
High-school or higher ............... 87%
Bachelor’s degree or higher....... 29%
Source: Decision Data Resources, 2007
Demographics
Compared to Lee County
Bonita Springs Lee Cty
Population 2007....45,148.......615,741
Male . ....................... 51%............ 49%
Female....................... 49%............ 51%
Median Household
Income (2007).. $55,376.......$54,700
High School & Higher.87%............ 75%
business directory
Top Dozen Employers in Lee County in 2008
business
Company
Business Type.
# Emp
Lee County School District......Public Schools, K-12..........12,650
Lee Memorial Health System.Non-profit Hospital/
........................................................Healthcare System............8,600
Publix Super Markets...........................Grocer, Retail............4,215
Lee County Administration.... County Government............2,610
Wal-Mart Corporation.General Merchandise - Retail..........2,400
City of Cape Coral..........................City Government............2,056
Lee County Sheriff’s Office..... Public Safety, Sheriff............1,470
U.S. Postal Service................................ Postal Service............1,397
Florida Gulf Coast University........ State University............1,292
Chico’s FAS, Inc............... Corporate Headquarters ......................................................... Women’s Apparel............1,120
City of Fort Myers..........................City Government............1,100
The Bonita Bay Group........... Real Estate Developer...............969
Source: LeeCountyBusiness.com
Lee County Population
Population by Age
2010 Projected............ 676,500
2008............................. 611,925
2005............................. 549,442
2000............................. 440,888
1990............................. 335,113
1980............................. 201,916
1970............................. 105,217
0 - 4................................ 5.6 %
5 - 17............................ 14.6 %
18 - 34.......................... 17.0 %
35 - 54.......................... 25.3 %
55 - 64.......................... 13.8 %
65 -79 ........................... 16.9%
80+................................. 6.8 %
Fast Fact
Per the U.S. Census, an average of
20,700 people move to Lee County annually, adding an
estimated 11,400 people to the labor pool.
Continued
Lee County Median
Occupational Wages
Occupation
Median Wage
Accountant & Auditor . ..........................$25.58
Administrative Manager . ........................ 30.81
Bookkeeping & Accounting Clerk............14.41
Carpenter......................................................15.24
Computer Software Engineer . ............... 36.56
Construction Manager................................32.32
Credit Analyst..............................................37.09
Customer Service Representative .......... 13.10
Database Administrator.............................23.88
Database Entry Keyer ............................ 12.48
Electrician................................................... 17.08
Financial Manager.......................................38.78
General Office Clerk...................................11.26
Laborer............................................................9.84
Loan Officer.................................................29.84
Machinist......................................................15.13
Marketing Manager....................................40.19
Medical & Clinical Lab Technician ..........20.13
Plumber & Pipe Fitter.................................16.67
Roofer............................................................14.91
Receptionist . ...............................................11.06
Registered Nurse.........................................25.90
Salesperson, Retail..................................... 11.09
Secretary.......................................................12.98
Security Guard...............................................9.87
Systems Analyst..........................................25.70
Truck (heavy) Driver..................................14.64
Source: Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation
Lee County Occupations
Gaining the Most New Jobs
Emp.
Emp.
%
Job Title 2007
2015 Change
Retail Salespersons ..............................11,714...... 14,849........ 3.35
Landscaping Workers.............................5,492 ........6,978......... 3.38
Waiters and Waitresses.......................... 6,510 ........7,734........ 2.35
Registered Nurses.................................. 3,952........ 4,997 ........ 3.31
Customer Service Reps.......................... 2,840 ........3,602........ 3.35
Food Prep & Serving Workers .............4,347........ 5,093 ........ 2.15
Cashiers ...................................................8,061 ........8,794........ 1.14
Janitors & Cleaners,
except Maids & Housekeeping........2,980 ........3,706 ........ 3.05
Office Clerks, General ...........................5,029 ........5,705 ........ 1.68
Receptionists & Information Clerks.... 2,562 ........ 3,144 ........ 2.84
Sales Representatives, Wholesale
& Manufacturing, Other................... 3,053 ........ 3,623 ........ 2.33
Truck Drivers, Light or
Delivery Services . ............................. 2,251........ 2,775 ........ 2.91
Southwest Florida
International Airport (RSW)
RSW is one of the busiest airports in the
United States; it moved more than 7 million
passengers in 2008. RSW offers state-of-the-art
storage and freight transfer, less congestion,
more competitive rates, faster turnaround, and
greater security than many older ports of entry.
Future growth has been considered, as well:
RSW has space for two additional concourses
and the potential for 65 gates.

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