The Game and fresh Water Commission has a new licensing system. A universal license is available that features a single card listing all the privileges (freshwater fishing, hunting, sportsman) purchased by the buyer. Licenses can be ordered over the phone using a credit card and calling toll free 1-888-347-4356 for fishing or 1888-486-8356 for hunting.
Residents 65 years or older need not obtain a free senior citizen license provided they carry proof of age and residence while fishing. New residents must document that they lived in Florida for six months
All business and professional offices need occupational licenses to operate in the county. Licenses are issued annually at the county tax collectors offices. Cities also require occupational licenses.
Vehicle Registration & Driver License
Within 10 working days of establishing permanent Florida residency newcomers must register their vehicles You will have 10 days to get your Florida drivers license. You will need a current drivers license, current registration, and Social Security card.
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Driver License Offices
Driver licenses, driving tests and ID Cards |
| Cape Coral | 360 Santa Barbara Boulevard 33991-2093 | (239) 574-1788 | |
| Fort Myers | 11281 S. Cleveland Ave 33907-2381 | (239) 278-7194 | |
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Motor Vehicle Services (County Tax Collector)
Registration, tag and title services for cars, trucks, trailers & vessels Specialty tags, refunds, and disability parking permits |
Cape Coral Limited Driver License Service Available |
1039 SE 9th Place, Room 102 33990 | (239) 533-6000 | |
| Ft. Myers | 13860 N. Cleveland Ave., Unit 7 33903 | (239) 533-6000 | |
| Ft. Myers | 2480 Thompson Street, Room 241 33901 | (239) 533-6000 |
Hurricane season officially begins on June 1, peaks August through October and ends on November 1. Hurricanes produce damaging winds, elevated sea levels (storm surges) , Flooding rains and tornadoes. Hurricane Camille in 1969 dropped 27 inches of rain in fewer than six hours. The national hurricane center in Coral Gables can predict within 12 hours when a hurricane will make landfall. Residents must prepare for the consequences of living in paradise, so when a hurricane is approaching, pay close attention to official announcements from the National Hurricane Center.
A minimum of SPF 15 is recommenced for everyone. Those with fair skin need more protection. Consider the best UVA screen, zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, which blocks both UVA & UVB rays. Most sunblock directions recommend applying sunscreen 20 minutes before going out into the sun. Hair that has been permed or colored should also be covered to protect it from drying out or changing color.Protect your eyes with UV blocking sunglasses.
You may want a Sun Shield for your car to keep the temperature down in a parked car. To protect vinyl and leather from fading or cracking pick up a car cleaning product that contains SPF.
Preparing for Hurricane Season
Hurricane checklist:
Cash extra clothing Extra battery's Scissors Utility Knife or Camping Knife Heavy rope Bleach Eating Utensils Mosquito repellent Heavy Duty garbage bags Personal hygiene products Disposable towelettes First aid kit canned foods Manual can opener Sunscreen Other useful Items: Water Purification tablets extra lumber Propane gas grill Charcoal & Lighter fluid Portable alarm clock Pillows & Blankets Sleeping bags
