Recreation
This area has many golf courses, boat rentals and waterside services just minutes away. Explore the fabulous waterways and islands, walking and shelling and watching the amazing Florida sunsets. Our area has pristine beaches for you to soak in the serenity while looking out over the beautiful Gulf of Mexico.
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Shopping & Dining
Silver Lakes is two miles from Marco Island and its fabulous shops and restaurants, and 20 minutes from historic Old Naples' shopping venues. There are a number of waterfront restaurants and pubs nearby, offering live music and a fun island asmosphere. read more»
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Area Nature
The 10,000 Islands area of Southwest Florida forms a natural nursery and sanctuary for much of the Gulf Coast ecology. This page has information on the area's natural hatcheries and feeding grounds. read more »
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Area Wildlife
Our area consists of numerous mangrove keys nestled amongst the tidal backwaters of Southwest Florida's 10,000 islands. Here is a brief survey of some of the creatures you may be lucky enough to see. read more »
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Property Taxes
Ad valorem taxes include taxes on real estate and on a business's tangible personal property. 'Ad Valorem' is a term derived from the latin phrase meaning 'in accordance with its worth'. In Collier County, these taxes are collected by the Collier County Tax Assessor. read more »
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Fire & Emergency Management
Collier County has eleven fire control districts within its boundries. Eight districts are protected by independent fire departments, and Collier County runs the remaining three. All are equipped with the latest in Advanced Life Support equipment and training. read more »
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Area Map
Shortly after you cross US 41 heading south on Collier Boulevard, you come upon the wetlands that surround the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Sanctuary. Along this stretch of road there's an interesting mix of homes, protected wild areas and unspoiled mangrove shoreline. read more »
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