City of Bonita Springs, City council meeting, October 7, 2026

The Bonita Springs City Council meeting on October 7, 2026, included approval of a brick-paving program at the Wonder Gardens under a public-private partnership; the motion passed. Council also discussed a proposed 2027 legislative appropriations request with three priorities: $4.8 million for a public safety facility, $5 million for Phase Two of the aquatic center, and $6.5 million for Paradise Road improvements. These requests were not finalized or voted on; staff will return with the item at the next meeting for direction before discussions with Senator Martin’s office. No vendor selections, contract awards, or bid approvals were identified.

Council members also discussed fundraising for the Purple Heart memorial, estimated to cost more than $40,000, including a proposal to offer recognition pavers to $5,000 donors; no decision was recorded. The meeting included updates on the I-75 widening project and its upcoming public meetings, but no related purchasing action. A resident noted the city’s 2026 millage rate had been set at the rollback rate.