City of Fort Myers

Former Mayor of Fort Myers, Oscar M. Corbin, Jr. Memorial

ITS Department — Thu, 10 May 2012 11:58:08 GMT

Former Mayor of Fort Myers, Oscar M. Corbin, Jr., passed away peacefully in his sleep at the early hour of 1:30 AM on May 8, 2012. He was 94. He served as Mayor from 1967 to 1976. He was being cared for in Hope Hospice where he had been for 12 days as he had weakened from physical challenges of the aging process.

Mayor Corbin is one of two Mayors, with former Mayor Jim Humphrey, who served Fort Myers for 9 years, the two longest serving Mayors in the 125 year history of the city. He was known for his progressive, and results oriented style of running the city during his long tenure. Mayor Corbin never lost a race. In one campaign there were five candidates and he won election by receiving 51% of the vote in the primary, a testimony of his political popularity and the confidence the citizens had in him. And he delivered. During his term in office he worked with City Council to make lasting improvements to the city. He brought in professional managers, improved the city's finances and its bond rating. He put the city on a program of continuous improvement of the streets, sewers, and water facilities in all areas of the city. He led the charge as Mayor during the tumultuous civil rights movement in Fort Myers by standing up for all citizens when it was not popular to do so. He loved all people and he remained vigilant in the pursuit of a better way forward. The present city hall building was built while he was in office and it was appropriately named in his honor a few years ago.

After his term as Mayor, Governor Bob Graham appointed Mayor Corbin to serve on the board of directors of the South Florida Water Management District, as it was known at that time. Mayor Corbin was a Veteran of WWII, serving in the Army Air Corps, and achieved the rank of Lt. Colonel. He graduated from the University of Kentucky, School of Agriculture.

Mayor Corbin was married to Wilhelmina Mathis Corbin, the love of his life, for 70 years.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 2466 First Street, Fort Myers, FL with a reception afterwards in the fellowship hall.

Fort Myers Fire Department Residential Knox Box Program

ITS Department — Thu, 03 May 2012 13:07:13 GMT

The Fort Myers Fire Department recently implemented a new program that provides emergency personnel with access to the homes of residents who have medical and/or physical disabilities and might not be able to open their door during a medical emergency.

The Residential Knox Box Program utilizes a high security key safe that only Fort Myers Firefighters can access. With this box in place, emergency responders can respond quickly, without forcible entry. They simply remove the entrance key stored inside, provide medical assistance and re-lock the door when they leave.

This program is ideal for individuals:

With a history of medical problems
Recuperating from a hospital stay
Living alone
Using an electronic calling or medical alert service

The Residential Knox Box is available to residents of the City of Fort Myers at a cost of
approximately $170. The Fire Department also has a limited number of loaner boxes available for those with an immediate need. Fire Department personnel will determine who qualifies for a
loaner box based on the information provided on the application. Applications are available at Fire Station One, 2404 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. or on our website www.fortmyersfire.com.

Riverfront Detention Basin Parking Availability

ITS Department — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 13:48:43 GMT

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Fort Myers Named a Tree City USA Community

ITS Department — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 20:05:43 GMT

The Arbor Day Foundation today announced that Fort Myers, FL, was named a Tree City USA community for its commitment to urban forestry.

25 Miles Per Hour Speed Limit on all Local Streets

ITS Department — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:22:18 GMT

Effective March 12, 2012, the City will be enforcing the 25 miles per hour speed limit on all local streets.

Fort Myers - Fire Dance - Public Art Installation

ITS Department — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 14:25:19 GMT

The City of Fort Myers began the installation of "Fire Dance," a large-scale sculpture in Centennial Park.

Downtown Mobility Public Workshop - March 20

ITS Department — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 19:51:41 GMT

FMPD: Help Prevent Vehicle Burglaries in Your Community

ITS Department — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:06:51 GMT

You can help the Fort Myers Police Department prevent vehicle burglaries by following a few simple steps and some TLC.

Golf Carts on CIty Streets Presentation

ITS Department — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:04:14 GMT

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Annual Budget FY2011-2012

ITS Department — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:47:09 GMT

Landscape Irrigation Water Restriction for the City of Fort Myers

ITS Department — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 13:50:26 GMT

This fact sheet is provided as a reference to encourage a greater understanding of the various issues related to managing water in South Florida.

Fort Myers Streetscape Project Wins State Redevelopment Award

ITS Department — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 12:20:24 GMT

City of Fort Myers Public Works, received the 2010 Roy F. Kenzie Award for Best Capital Projects/Beautification on October 14, 2010, in Orlando, Florida.

Lee County Recovery Zone Facility Bonds

ITS Department — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:20:19 GMT

The Federal government has made $56.1 million in tax-exempt financing available to Lee County businesses through Recovery Zone Facility Bonds (RZFBs).