The City of Marco Island will host its annual Fourth of July fireworks show on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at approximately 9:00 p.m. Fireworks will launch from a barge located offshore between …

Marco Island City Council’s budget workshop focused on a difficult reality: the City has a growing list of capital needs, but no current funding source for many of them. That challenge is further …

When I stepped into the role of City Manager, I did not expect that selecting a new Police Chief would be one of my first responsibilities. As many in our community know, former Police Chief Tracy …

The Marco Island Planning Board’s June 5 meeting was expected to include a detailed discussion of the proposed Rose Marina expansion, but the item was continued to a special meeting scheduled for …

The Coastal Breeze News invites Marco Island residents to play an active role in the upcoming City Council election by submitting questions to the newspaper for presentations to the candidates. As …

Marco Island City Council discussed several major issues at its June 1 meeting, including the long sought advanced wastewater treatment project, the repair of the Winterberry beach access boardwalk, …

Community leaders, residents,and law enforcement personnel gathered at the Community Room at 51 Bald Eagle Drive on May 27, 2026, to recognize Police Chief Tracy Frazzano’s traditional “walk …

The proclamation was presented by City Council Chairman Darrin Palumbo before a gathering of local boating advocates, many wearing life jackets as a visible reminder of the importance of boating …

The City of Marco Island approved its own Fertilizer Ordinance on May 7, 2016 and according to the City’s website, Section 18-64(e) – Fertilizer Regulations: “No applicator shall apply …

The City of Marco Island is pleased to announce the swearing in of the Interim Police Chief Joe Belardo, which will take place on Wednesday, May 27th at 2:00 PM in the Community Room at 51 Bald Eagle …

Marco Island City Council filled a vacant council seat, selected interim City Manager Dr. Casey Lucius as its choice for city manager, and agreed to make nightly beach reports available to the public …

Marco Island police chief Tracy Frazzano has turned in her two-week notice to interim city manager Casey Lucius this morning, the Coastal Breeze News has learned. When we contacted Lucius, she said …

Naples Airport has launched a first-of-its-kind project to enhance resiliency and post-storm recovery by elevating its lighting system across the airfield. The $25.4 million Airfield Lighting …

The City Clerk of the City of Marco Island is now accepting applications for individuals interested in filling a vacant seat on the City Council. This vacancy was created following the passing of …

Collier County pet owners will have a convenient and affordable opportunity to protect their pets’ health next month. Collier County Domestic Animal Services is hosting a low-cost pet vaccine …

The May 4, 2026, Marco Island City Council opened its meeting remembering Councilor Erik Brechnitz, who served eight years on the council, including four as chair. Prior to joining the council, …

At its May 1 meeting, the Marco Island Planning Board voted to revisit a previously approved site development plan for Rose Marina and declined to recommend an alcohol sales variance for a new cafe …

The family of former Councilor Erik Brechnitz has announced that a funeral service will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM at St. John’s Episcopal Church located at 130 West Eldorado …

A lengthy and often heated City Council meeting on Monday night featured major decisions on water quality, beach regulations, and sea turtle protections. There was also considerable debate over a …

The City of Marco Island regretfully recognizes the passing of Erik Brechnitz, who served as a Council member on the Marco Island City Council until his death on April 21, 2026. Mr. Brechnitz was …