News Releases
Stay up to date with all of the official announcements and news from the City of Sanibel.
Cool Off After the Parade! Sanibel Recreation Center Open 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. on July 4th
This July 4th, take some time to stay “Fit 4 Life” at the Sanibel Recreation Center! The Recreation Center will operate from 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and maintain land and water aerobics classes.
JAMES EVANS APPOINTED CITY OF SANIBEL DIRECTOR OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Today, Sanibel City Manager Judith Zimomra announced James Evans has been appointed to the position of Director of Natural Resources.
Sanibel Recreation Department Recognizes Volunteer of the Month Dr. Paul Duval
The City of Sanibel Recreation Department would like to recognize Volunteer of the Month Paul Duval.
You Lived the History - Own the Shirt
Preserve the memory of the once in lifetime presence of the Florida Black bear on Sanibel by purchasing a limited edition "Florida Black Bear, Sanibel Tour 2012" t-shirt.
Middle Gulf Drive Reopened
Middle Gulf Drive has reopened following emergency repairs to the City’s 2” lateral service connection to the reclaimed water system between the 1600 to 1700 block of Middle Gulf Drive.
Status Report of Middle Gulf Drive Closure
A break in a 2” lateral service connection to the City of Sanibel’s reclaimed water system is the cause of the Middle Gulf Drive road closure.
Middle Gulf Drive Closed to thru Traffic from Fulgar Street to Casa Ybel Road Due to Reclaimed Water Line Break
Due to a break in the reclaimed water main system, the pavement in the1600 to1700 blocks of Middle Gulf Drive roadway has been compromised.
Independence Day City Hall Holiday Schedule-Refuse and Recycling Pick-Up Altered
Sanibel City Administrative Offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day, Wednesday, July 4, 2012 and will resume regular office hours on Thursday, July 5, 2012
Lee County Emergency Operations Center Issues Advisory Urging Extreme Caution When Driving on Coastal Roads Including the Sanibel Causeway During the High-Tide Cycle Tonight and The High-Tide Cycle Tomorrow
Lee County Emergency Operations Center is advising residents and visitors to use extreme caution when driving on coastal roads.
New Session of Tai Chi Class Offered at the Sanibel Recreation Center
New Session of the Tai Chi class with Dr. Marc Rowe offered at the Sanibel Recreation Center on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. beginning on July 3rd.
Watershadows Conditions (Dixie Beach at Poinciana) as of 6:40 p.m. today, June 25, 2012
Tropical Storm Debby video of conditions at Watershadows
Dixie Beach Road Closed Due To Road Flooding From Royal Poinciana North to San Carlos Bay
Dixie Beach Road from Royal Poinciana North to San Carlos Bay is Closed due to road flooding resulting from extremely high tides associated with Tropical Storm Debby
Sanibel Causeway Conditions as of 1:54 p.m., today, June 25, 2012
High Tide anticipated at Approximately 4:30 p.m. – Tropical Storm Debby
The City of Sanibel Recreation Department Seeking Request for Proposals for Fitness Program Services
The City of Sanibel Recreation Department is seeking Request for Proposals (RFP) for Fitness Program Services.
City of Sanibel Closes Non-Essential Offices Due to Anticipated High Tide Conditions on the Causeway
Today, the City of Sanibel released all non-essential City employees from their duties as of 2:15 PM due to anticipated high-tide conditions at the Sanibel Causeway.
Lighthouse Road Closed Due to Erosion Resulting from Tropical Storm Debby - Fishing Pier Lot Remains Open
As of 9 a.m. today, June 25, 2012, the City of Sanibel has closed Lighthouse Road just past the fishing pier parking lot due to erosion resulting from Tropical Storm Debby.
Weather Advisory! Tropical Storm Debby
Tropical Storm Debby is located in the northeastern gulf. The forecast track takes it into the Florida panhandle this week.
Rainfall will continue intermittently through the day.
Southwest Florida, including Sanibel will be under a Tornado Watch until 2:00 P.M.
Sanibel is also under a high surf advisory and a coastal flood watch through the day.
Sanibel Black Bear Relocated Off-Island
Today, at approximately 1p.m., the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) successfully tranquilized the Florida black bear that was first detected on Sanibel Island last June.