On February 26, the city of Sanibel announced the submission of three grant applications to the Lee County Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program. These applications seek funding for the engagement of consultants or similar professional services to provide technical assistance in various critical areas:
- Sanibel Plan Update: $250,000
This initiative aims to fulfill one of the strategic goals and objectives set by the Sanibel City Council in August 2022. It involves the development of a comprehensive plan to review all elements of the Sanibel Plan, the city’s comprehensive plan. The goal is to present an updated plan to the council, considering that the Sanibel Plan was last revised in 2013. - Sanibel Transportation Master Plan: $200,000
This comprehensive master plan will address various aspects of transportation infrastructure. It will include the evaluation of roads to assess climate-related risks, explore parking and transportation alternatives, and implement traffic management strategies to enhance the level of service along roadways and mitigate congestion. - Sanibel Broadband Feasibility Study: $252,000
This study aims to assess the feasibility of installing infrastructure for a fiberoptic-based high-speed symmetrical internet network within the city limits. It will explore both underground and aerial installation options to provide reliable internet connectivity to households, businesses, and other users.
For those interested in learning more about these grant applications or providing feedback, Deputy Planning Director Craig Chandler can be contacted at 239-472-4136 or via email at craig.chandler@mysanibel.com
