The Startling Cost of Hurricane Ian, Mostly Debris Collection

Sanibel City Council heard a brief Hurricane Recovery Financial Update at its July 15, 2025, meeting.

Hurricane Charley in 2004 cost $10 million, which amounts to $18 million today. Hurricane Ian in 2023 cost $250 million; $120 million of that was for debris collection.

“We have the opportunity to make a big impact on that,” said Council member Richard Johnson. Council member John Henshaw added, “Don’t put junk on your lower level!”…

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