{ "city": "Cape Coral", "state": "FL", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/pub-capecoral/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-08-20", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-08-19", "body": "City Council – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Council to adopt Cape Compass 2035 strategic plan", "summary": "The Cape Coral City Council is meeting to vote on the adoption of the Cape Compass 2035 strategic plan, approve a consent agenda with multiple contracts and grants, and discuss options for a rowing club site. The consent agenda includes items such as a parking lot improvement contract, property purchase for parking, and various service agreements.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=6ad7bb96-09d4-4dc7-aa37-cd59ef7db759&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=6ad7bb96-09d4-4dc7-aa37-cd59ef7db759&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-08-18", "body": "Hearing Examiner", "headline": "City seeks to vacate 2.38 acres of streets and easements in Bimini East subdivision", "summary": "The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a single request by the City of Cape Coral to vacate several rights-of-way and interior platted easements totaling 2.384 acres in the Bimini East Street area. The meeting also sets the date for the next hearing. No other substantive items are on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=6466e5e4-d150-4f6f-84eb-fb87848a43e1&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=6466e5e4-d150-4f6f-84eb-fb87848a43e1&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-08-18", "body": "Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Cape Coral Charter School Board to vote on insurance contract, teacher pay for AI pilot, and school services contracts.", "summary": "The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will consider approving several contracts and resolutions at its August 2026 regular meeting. The consent agenda includes a $183,344 insurance services contract, a $21,500 compensation study, and occupational therapy and speech language pathology service agreements for the 2026-2027 school year. The board will also vote on a resolution to provide additional pay for teachers participating in a 12-week AI classroom innovation pilot. The meeting will include a report on the state of the Oasis Charter Schools and a presentation from the STEM director.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=08a2d34b-5c07-457f-8382-031cba06a404&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=08a2d34b-5c07-457f-8382-031cba06a404&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-08-17", "body": "Audit Committee", "headline": "Audit Committee to review FY25 audit results and approve FY27-29 audit plans", "summary": "The Cape Coral Audit Committee is meeting to review the FY25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) presented by Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC, discuss the City Auditor's risk assessment process, and vote on the FY27-FY29 Strategic Plan and Annual Audit Plan. The committee will also hear an update from City Auditor Russell and consider approval of the April 20, 2026 meeting minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=26e1bbb2-9223-4b3e-9d9b-fbd26518e7b0&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=26e1bbb2-9223-4b3e-9d9b-fbd26518e7b0&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-08-14", "body": "Youth Council – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Youth Council to discuss projects, D.C. trip, and mental health survey", "summary": "The Cape Coral Youth Council is holding a regular meeting with a full agenda of discussions and updates. Members will review meeting notes, hear an advisor presentation, and take public input. The main business includes discussions on junior and senior projects, an Adopt-a-Road program, a school outreach project, strategic initiatives, a communications director vacancy, an upcoming City Council meeting, a D.C. trip, and a mental health survey. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda is primarily discussion-oriented.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=dca7cb0b-347f-419f-8765-33ee410f4a77&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=dca7cb0b-347f-419f-8765-33ee410f4a77&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-08-12", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Council to discuss special events, property donations, surplus land, banners, West Cape Estates", "summary": "The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion-only meeting covering several items: a special events program presentation, a potential property donation to LeeBIA Builders Care, a surplus property discussion, a proposed change to the Land Development Code regarding feather banners, and the West Cape Estates utility connection issue. No formal votes are scheduled; the council will discuss these topics and receive staff presentations.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=8fad7a68-d731-43b8-bd65-4054274ae27e&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=8fad7a68-d731-43b8-bd65-4054274ae27e&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-08-05", "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Commission to hold public hearing on garage regulations", "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss changes to the Land Development Code. The meeting focuses on updating requirements for attached and detached garages.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=65e071b9-e919-4f9b-9b2e-a832ad860ce5&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=65e071b9-e919-4f9b-9b2e-a832ad860ce5&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-08-05", "body": "City Council – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Cape Coral City Council to consider rezoning and Parks and Recreation fee increases", "summary": "The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and a Future Land Use Map amendment. The body is also considering a resolution to increase Parks and Recreation fees and the adoption of the 2026-2027 CDBG Action Plan.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=7ce971ca-d6c6-42b9-b4b5-9a557d0940e1&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=7ce971ca-d6c6-42b9-b4b5-9a557d0940e1&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-08-04", "body": "City Council – Budget Workshop", "headline": "Cape Coral City Council to continue FY2027 budget discussions", "summary": "The City Council is holding a budget workshop to continue discussions regarding the FY2027 budget. The meeting includes a designated period for citizens to provide input on city government matters.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=b69acd8a-8720-49a0-81b1-6824dba2f5ec&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=41801", "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=b69acd8a-8720-49a0-81b1-6824dba2f5ec&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-29", "body": "Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting", "headline": "CRA to vote on FY 2027 budget and local business grant", "summary": "The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and ratify agency by-laws. The board will also consider a contract amendment for road beautification and a business grant award.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=aff4f4b6-825e-4caf-bbc9-aa71b446492c&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=aff4f4b6-825e-4caf-bbc9-aa71b446492c&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-29", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Committee discusses Bimini East redevelopment and neighborhood speed limits", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss several city projects and enforcement measures. The meeting focuses on redevelopment proposals, arts programming, and roadway safety.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=023f7025-4782-485f-8c52-c5f7f38190a9&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=023f7025-4782-485f-8c52-c5f7f38190a9&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "body": "Affordable Housing Advisory Committee", "headline": "Committee discusses regulatory incentives C, E, F, G, and H", "summary": "The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will discuss a set of regulatory incentives labeled C, E, F, G, and H. Topics include flexibility of density, accessory dwelling units, reduced parking and setback requirements, flexible lot configuration, and modification of street requirements. The meeting also includes a brief citizen input period and sets the date for the next meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=366c02b7-8ef1-4a1f-8f9b-b3be7f0d0c6a&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=366c02b7-8ef1-4a1f-8f9b-b3be7f0d0c6a&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-22", "body": "City Council – Regular Meeting", "headline": "City Council approves $1.16 M police body‑worn camera software contract", "summary": "The Cape Coral City Council will adopt a consent agenda that includes several resolutions and ordinances. Key decisions involve a $1,155,070.38 sole‑source contract for police body‑worn camera software, a $503,600 property purchase for a roundabout at NE 24th Avenue and Diplomat Parkway East, and a $596,144 gas service agreement for the Yacht Club Community Park. Additional items cover a school crossing guard contract extension, a settlement payment, and the creation of two new community development districts.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=4e32a066-b39d-447e-9a08-7534700098e2&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=41660", "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=4e32a066-b39d-447e-9a08-7534700098e2&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "City Council –Special Budget Workshop", "headline": "Cape Coral City Council to continue FY 2027 budget discussions", "summary": "The City Council is holding a special budget workshop to continue discussions regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The meeting includes a designated period for citizen input.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=314cd5e1-f817-4973-b666-cbcea6d13a35&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=41276", "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=314cd5e1-f817-4973-b666-cbcea6d13a35&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "City Council – Regular Meeting", "headline": "City Council to consider bridge repairs and school resource officer agreements", "summary": "The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring multiple infrastructure projects and public safety agreements. Key items include funding for bridge repairs and the placement of police officers in local schools.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=0a841e64-73d3-4ab9-944d-7840a2cddb88&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=41659", "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=0a841e64-73d3-4ab9-944d-7840a2cddb88&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-10", "body": "Youth Council – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Cape Coral Youth Council to discuss projects and mental health survey", "summary": "The Youth Council will meet to discuss a quarterly report and several ongoing initiatives. The agenda includes reviews of junior and senior projects, a school reach-out project, and a mental health survey.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=e33bc210-10b8-4d97-ba12-698d3517c392&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=e33bc210-10b8-4d97-ba12-698d3517c392&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Public hearing on rezoning 1526 NE 13th Ave from single-family to multi-family", "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to change the future land use designation for a 6,250 sq ft lot at 1526 NE 13th Ave from Single-Family Residential to Multi-Family Residential. The commission will also consider an ordinance that eliminates the Hearing Examiner and establishes a Special Magistrate to conduct quasi-judicial hearings. The agenda includes approval of minutes from June 3, 2026, and a citizen input period.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=9e5d48b3-a4c0-4efb-b299-2560255d092e&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=41550", "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=9e5d48b3-a4c0-4efb-b299-2560255d092e&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Hearing Examiner", "headline": "Hearing on rezoning three city-owned parcels, including 23 acres in SW Cape Coral", "summary": "The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold hearings on three city-initiated rezoning requests. The largest involves rezoning two parcels totaling 23.14 acres in Southwest Cape Coral from Lee County and R1 designations. Other items include rezoning a park from Mixed-Use to Single-Family Residential and a city-owned property from Commercial to Institutional. Staff recommends approval for all.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=ef7f2fd1-d23b-402c-ae5a-b1e584d97f4b&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=40430", "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=ef7f2fd1-d23b-402c-ae5a-b1e584d97f4b&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Charter board to vote on FY2027 tentative budget", "summary": "The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will vote on the tentative budget for FY2027 and a budget amendment for FY2026. They will also consider agreements with Florida SouthWestern State College and Florida Gulf Coast University for student training opportunities, as well as approve a mental health assistance allocation plan and an active assailant response plan for the upcoming school year.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=880be525-6fb8-437f-a248-8d596566a487&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=42506", "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=880be525-6fb8-437f-a248-8d596566a487&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-19", "body": "Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Board", "headline": "Cape Coral CDBG board to approve 2026-2027 action plan", "summary": "The Citizens Advisory Board will review and approve the Community Development Block Grant 2026-2027 Action Plan, including staff and board funding recommendations. The meeting will also cover the approval of previous meeting minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=8fab2121-ec9b-4071-ba72-71270ccfe4a8&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=8fab2121-ec9b-4071-ba72-71270ccfe4a8&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-12", "body": "Youth Council – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Youth Council discusses quarterly report, projects, and D.C. trip.", "summary": "The Youth Council will review its quarterly report, discuss several projects including Junior and Senior projects, Adopt-a-Road, School Reach Out, and strategic initiatives. They will also address communications director vacancies, debrief the Hurricane Expo, and plan a D.C. trip.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=612fc24d-53c3-4210-98ad-379b3664537e&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=612fc24d-53c3-4210-98ad-379b3664537e&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "body": "City Council – Budget Workshop", "headline": "City Council discusses FY 2027-2031 budget and tax relief", "summary": "The City Council holds a budget workshop to review the FY 2027-2031 budget and a tax relief proposal. They will also consider adjustments to balance the FY2027 budget. Citizens may speak during the 60-minute public input period.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1c09fe80-e03f-4bfc-9248-847f947e8517&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=41548", "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1c09fe80-e03f-4bfc-9248-847f947e8517&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Cape Coral Parkway resiliency study and traffic calming policies discussed", "summary": "The Transportation Advisory Commission will hear presentations on residential traffic calming example policies and the Cape Coral Parkway Resiliency Study. They will also receive updates on Chiquita Boulevard South access management, the streetlight program, and MPO issues. The meeting includes workshop discussions on upcoming MPO topics and the MPO Board.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=de22561d-323b-4c70-88dd-3d66fafa0fc9&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=de22561d-323b-4c70-88dd-3d66fafa0fc9&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Commission to review four land use map amendments for public and park facilities", "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider changing the future land use designations for four different properties. These requests involve converting residential, commercial, and mixed-use land into public facilities or parks and recreation areas.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=46c06406-c73e-44b3-b760-53b082c395cc&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=40431", "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=46c06406-c73e-44b3-b760-53b082c395cc&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "City Council – Regular Meeting", "headline": "Council to approve school resource officer agreement with Lee County schools", "summary": "The City Council will consider a consent agenda containing over a dozen items, including awarding contracts for infrastructure projects and approving a school resource officer agreement. Key decisions involve awarding a $2.07 million contract for Embers Parkway median improvements, a $1.24 million contract for spot paving, and a $996,000 contract for the Palmetto Pine irrigation project. The council will also approve a software purchase and an emergency sewer main repair.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=0fe22099-6729-482d-b76e-3fa1e189de5f&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=40630", "source": "https://pub-capecoral.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=0fe22099-6729-482d-b76e-3fa1e189de5f&lang=English" } ] }