To learn more…
Visit the official “Protect Captiva” website: https://protectcaptiva.org/
Watch this video:
Help Us by CONTRIBUTING TO THE LEGAL FUND
Now that South Seas Island Resort has announced its intentions to radically increase density from 247 to 707 units with three-story buildings up to 64 feet in height – and now that our County Commissioners have paved the way for this overdevelopment on Captiva – it’s time for the “Protect Captiva” coalition to pursue every responsible legal option that we have the resources to undertake – which is why we’re seeking donations now.
Click Here to DONATE to the “PROTECT CAPTIVA” LEGAL FUND
Or, if you prefer to pay with a check, please make it payable to “CCA Foundation,” write “Legal Fund” in the memo, and mail it to PO Box 775, Captiva, FL 33924.
The new owners of South Seas (Wheelock Street Capital, Timbers Resorts and The Ronto Group) have deep pockets. But our community has deeper concerns, a deeper understanding and commitment to Captiva, and a deeper trust in our community to protect itself. We also have the best attorneys who are lining up the best expert witnesses. We just need your generous contributions to the legal fund to take some or all of the following legal actions:
To guarantee that our community has the legal resources to undertake these legal options and to do whatever is necessary to protect Captiva, we need your support and contributions now. However, we must be prepared for a legal battle that is long and protracted. The future of Captiva is at stake.
DONATE to the “PROTECT CAPTIVA” LEGAL FUND
Op-Ed Concerning South Seas Island Resort’s Big Changes
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In Case You Missed It: Protect Captiva From Increased Density Disguised as Resiliency
We’re continuing to oppose Lee County’s proposed Lee Plan amendments that would increase building heights on Captiva and open doors for increased density and traffic. The New-Press published a column by Protect Captiva Coalition member Lisa Riordan this past Sunday–on the front page of the Views Section.
In her column “Protect Captiva from Increased Density Disguised as Resiliency,” Lisa underscores the character and resolve of our community, making the county’s desire to alter the look and feel of Captiva all the more bewildering.
We agree with Lisa:
“Dramatically increasing density in our island community, where evacuation routes were already stretched to the limit last year, is shortsighted at best and potentially life-threatening.”
– Lisa Riordan, “Protect Captiva from Incareased Density Disguised as Resiliency”
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We thank you for your continued support in opposing these changes which could be so harmful to the Captiva and Sanibel communities.
Speak up! Send an email to each commissioner and make a call to oppose these building height and density changes:
District 1: Kevin Ruane – dist1@leegov.com or (239) 533-2224
District 2: Cecil Pendergrass – dist2@leegov.com or (239) 533-2227
District 3: Ray Sandelli – dist3@leegov.com or (239) 533-2223
District 4: Brian Hamman, Chairman – dist4@leegov.com or (239) 533-2226
District 5: Mike Greenwell, Vice Chairman – dist5@leegov.com or (239) 533-2225
Local Organizations and Individuals Voice Concerns About the Proposed Changes
Click on the links to read letters and statements from these groups and islanders who have gone on the record to express concerns about this issue.
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THANK YOU to everyone who sent emails and letters, made phone calls, shared information with their neighbors and friends, or spoke directly with the Commissioners…
THANK YOU to our community’s businesses and organizations for your strong support and for making your voices heard loud and clear…
THANK YOU to the members of the Sanibel City Council for calling an emergency meeting and voting unanimously to oppose the changes.
Our work is far from done. We will continue to join together with our coalition partners and the entire community.
Local Media Covering this Topic
OpEd by SCCF CEO James Evans:
