City of Bonita Springs

On September 28, 2022, Hurricane Ian made landfall as a direct hit to Lee County as a Category 5 storm. It was the largest hurricane to make landfall here and is the fifth largest storm in U.S. history. The City of Bonita Springs experienced over 12+ feet of storm surge and sustained winds of over 155 mph. Hurricane Ian impacted all City parks, our beaches, and various City-owned infrastructure.

Initial Damage Assessment Snapshot: 19,427 Damage Assessments

Destroyed: 28 parcels

Major Damage: 1,332

Minor Damage: 1,660

Affected: 3,796

Unaffected: 12,610

Hurricane Related Permits Issued (as of 4/12/2023)

Demolition: 155

Restoration: 344

Repair: 1,322

Beach Access 1,837

Temporary Housing: 146

DEBRIS REMOVAL: 252,534 cubic yards collected and disposed by January 27, 2023.

Expedited Public Assistance Reimbursement: $4,751,097.15 received on March 9, 2023.

OPEN CITY PARK FACILITIES:

Riverside Park                                Bonita Soccer Complex               Marni Soccer Fields

Recreation Center                         Cullum’s Trail                                  Baseball Complex

Community Park                           Tennis Courts Leitner                   Neighborhood Park

Mayhood Park                                Bonita Nature Place                     Oak Creek Preserve

Island Park                                      Bonita Dog Park                            Palm Ave Pocket Park

Artist Cottages                               Windsor Preserve                         Kentucky Park

PARTIALLY OPEN CITY PARK FACILITIES:

Beach Park North – only parking facilities available

Bay Park North – only parking facilities available

Depot Park – Dock and fishing pier are closed

CLOSED PARK FACILITIES:

Carpenter Lane Park                     Oak Creek Kayak Launch

River Park                                         Liles Hotel