Rockledge public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Rockledge City Council will discuss adjusting the years of service criteria for elected officials' retirement benefits from 20 to 10 years. It will also consider consent items including a $147,267 wastewater permit renewal, ARPA-funded security software and AV upgrades, and a $70,085 hydraulic model for lift station 8. A preliminary subdivision plat for The Stellar at Space Coast is on the agenda.

• Discussion on reducing retirement service requirement for elected officials (Item 9A)
• Approval of preliminary subdivision plat for The Stellar at Space Coast (PSP-24-02)
• Wastewater Treatment Plant and Deep Injection Well permit renewal with Black & Veatch ($147,267)
• Expenditure of ARPA funds for enterprise-level security with BitWarden ($21,600)
• Hydraulic model for Lift Station 8 with Tetra Tech ($70,085)

The Rockledge City Council approved the preliminary subdivision plat for The Stellar at Space Coast, a townhome development on 22+ acres north of Barnes Boulevard and east of Murrell Road, subject to unity of title. The council also tabled a discussion on adjusting the retirement benefit years of service for elected officials from 20 to 10 years, pending further study. Several routine items were approved, including consent agenda items and appointments.

• Approved Preliminary Plat PSP-24-02 for The Stellar at Space Coast (7-0)
• Tabled discussion on adjusting retirement benefit years of service for elected officials (7-0)
• Approved consent items: Wastewater Treatment Plant and Deep Injection Well Operating Permit Renewal with Black & Veatch (7-0)
• Approved ARPA funds for Enterprise Level Security with BitWarden (7-0)
• Approved ARPA funds for Audio/Video Production and Control Systems upgrades, piggy-backing on City of Cocoa agreement with IM Solutions (7-0)
• Approved Hydraulic Model for Lift Station 8 with Tetra Tech (7-0)
• Appointed Councilman Forester as representative and Mayor Price as alternate to SCTPO Governing Board (7-0)
• Appointed Josiah Gattle as regular member of Board of Adjustment (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office to members of seats 5 and 6 and elect council officers. The body is also deciding on several service contracts and the selection of a firm for wastewater treatment.

• Agreement for legal services with Vose Law Firm LLP at $10,500 per month
• Renewal of Barton Boulevard landscape maintenance with U.S. Lawns of Brevard for $35,892 per year
• Selection of Wharton-Smith, Inc./Tetra Tech for Advanced Wastewater Treatment Phase II
• Revised contract extension with Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. including a 3% CPI increase
• Addendum to Laserfiche Cloud subscription with MCCi for additional user seats

The Rockledge City Council certified the November 5, 2024 election results, accepted Duane A. Daski's retention for Seat #5 and Tara L. Connor's election to Seat #6, then administered oaths of office. The Council reappointed Dr. Brenda Fettrow as City Manager and Jennifer M. LeVasseur as City Clerk, and elected Tom Price as Chair and Frank Forester as Vice Chair. It also approved consent items including a new City Attorney agreement with Vose Law Firm LLP, and selected Wharton-Smith, Inc./Tetra Tech for the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Phase II project, authorizing contract negotiations.

• Certified November 5, 2024 election results (7-0)
• Administered oaths to Councilmembers Daski and Connor
• Reappointed Dr. Brenda Fettrow as City Manager (7-0)
• Reappointed Jennifer M. LeVasseur as City Clerk (7-0)
• Elected Tom Price as Council Chair (7-0)
• Elected Frank Forester as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Approved consent items including Vose Law Firm LLP as City Attorney (7-0)
• Selected Wharton-Smith, Inc./Tetra Tech for Advanced Wastewater Treatment Phase II (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approval of a preliminary subdivision plat for The Stellar at Space Coast, a 22-acre development located north of Barnes Boulevard and east of Murrell Road. No other business is scheduled; the remainder of the agenda is procedural.

• Public hearing on Preliminary Subdivision Plat PSP-24-02 for The Stellar at Space Coast, 22+ acres north of Barnes Boulevard and east of Murrell Road

City Council

The Rockledge City Council will hold second readings and public hearings on seven ordinances amending various FY2023-2024 fund budgets, including General Fund, CRA, ARPA, Wastewater, Sanitation, Stormwater, and Building Department. The council will also consider consent items: purchasing a 2023 Ford Escape SUV for code enforcement ($27,946) and extending debris removal and tree trimming contracts through 2025. Additionally, a reappointment to the Board of Adjustment is on the agenda.

• Ordinance amendments to FY2023-2024 budgets for General Fund, CRA, ARPA, Wastewater, Sanitation, Stormwater, and Building Department (Second Readings)
• Approval of $27,946 purchase of 2023 Ford Escape SUV from Duval Ford for Code Enforcement
• One-year extension of debris removal and tree trimming contracts with Phillips & Jordan, TFR Enterprises, and Ceres Environmental Services through Dec 31, 2025
• Reappointment of Gail Morris to a three-year term on the Board of Adjustment
• Approval of final subdivision plat for Catamaran Cove (from Development Review Committee)

Fire, General, and Police Employee Retirement Boards - Joint Meetings

The joint meeting of Rockledge's General, Fire, and Police Employee Retirement Boards will vote on adopting an assumption recommended by a sub-committee, approve a revised DROP policy submitted by the plan actuary, set 2025 quarterly meeting dates, renew FPPTA membership for $750, and receive investment and actuarial reports. Fire board will also ratify travel expense reimbursements for a trustee school.

• All: Approve revised DROP policy – revision submitted by plan actuary and reviewed by sub-committee
• All: Renew membership in Florida Public Pension Trustees Association for 2025 at a cost of $750
• Fire: Ratify travel expense reports/reimbursements for FPPTA Fall Trustee School for Jeptha Sunday and Ed Syfrett
• All: Establish quarterly meeting dates for 2025 (Jan 31, May 16, Aug 15, Nov 14)
• All: Sub-committee recommended adoption of the assumption

RFQ 2024-01 Selection Committee - Advanced Wastewater Treatment Phase II

The Selection Committee for RFQ 2024-01 will meet to hear presentations regarding the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Phase II project. Two firms are scheduled to present their proposals.

• Presentation by Wharton-Smith, Inc. at 9:00 a.m.
• Presentation by L7 Construction, Inc. at 2:00 p.m.

City Council

The Rockledge City Council will consider multiple first-reading budget amendments for fiscal year 2023-2024, including the General Fund, CRA, ARPA, and utility funds. Consent items include contract renewals, equipment purchases, and a new fee schedule for the Frank T. Forester Recreation Center. A key new business item is a recommendation to renew the city employee group health insurance with a 15% premium increase, maintaining 100% employer-paid Employee Only coverage.

• First reading of seven ordinances amending FY2023-2024 budgets
• Health insurance renewal: major medical premium $3,404,490, 15% increase
• Metal storage building at wastewater plant: up to $146,978.37 to McKinney Commercial Construction
• Variable frequency drives replacement: sole source purchase $74,603.24 from Paralee Company
• Frank T. Forester Recreation Center fee schedule effective November 12, 2024

Development Review Committee

The Rockledge Development Review Committee will consider two subdivision plats: a final plat for Catamaran Cove and a preliminary plat for Stellar Properties (Airport). No other business is scheduled for discussion or decision.

• Final Subdivision Plat – Catamaran Cove
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat – Stellar Properties (Airport)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider the allocation of the Fiscal Year 2024 uncommitted fund balance and an amended budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The board will also review facade improvement grants for two properties on Barton Boulevard.

• Façade Improvement Grant for Building Bodies at 906 Barton Boulevard
• Façade Improvement Grant for Lions Share Holdings, LLC at 881 Barton Boulevard
• Resolution No.2024-__ -CRA regarding Fiscal Year 2024 Uncommitted Fund Balance allocation
• Proposed Amended Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Community Redevelopment Agency Budget
• 2025 Meeting Schedule for the Board of Commissioners

City Council

The Rockledge City Council will hold a public hearing to vacate a utility easement at 918 Jamestown Drive and consider appointments to the Code Enforcement Board and Planning Commission. Consent business includes authorizing a $7,000 transfer for additional costs on a deep injection well mechanical integrity test and approving an annual $4,200 contract for recreation software RecDesk. The council will also receive reports from boards, including a recommendation for a preliminary subdivision plat at Reserve at Turtle Creek.

• Public hearing on vacating utility easement at 918 Jamestown Drive (Lot 14, Pineland Park Unit III Phase 2)
• Appointments to Code Enforcement Board (two vacancies) and Planning Commission (one vacancy, previously tabled)
• Authorization of $7,000 transfer for emergency additional costs on deep injection well mechanical integrity test (total $205,733)
• Approval of $4,200 annual contract with RecDesk for recreation software at Frank T. Forester Recreation Center
• Recommendation from Development Review Committee and Planning Commission to approve preliminary subdivision plat for Reserve at Turtle Creek

City Council

The City Council will review several service renewals for wastewater and public works, including street sweeping and generator maintenance. The body is also deciding on a request for a fence height exception at 29 Sutton Street and the appointment of delegates for the Space Coast League of Cities.

• Authorization of up to $90,000 for a new sign at City Hall, with $70,273 for Sign Access
• Street sweeping contract renewal with Sweeping Corporation of America for $63,552.00
• Generator maintenance agreement with Csonka All Tech Services for $33,846.94 per year
• Request for exception to build a 7'6" fence at 29 Sutton Street
• Renewal of sludge disposal agreement with H&H Liquid Sludge Disposal, Inc. at $1,107.60 per load

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary subdivision plat for a project at the Turtle Creek Golf Course site. The body will also discuss proposed edits to the Code of Ordinances and Land Development Regulations.

• Public hearing for Preliminary Subdivision Plat (PSP-24-01) for Reserve at Turtle Creek (119.09+/- acres) at the site of Turtle Creek Golf Course
• Discussion on proposed edits to the Code of Ordinances and Land Development Regulations

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings to decide the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget and the 2024 taxable year millage rate. The body will also consider several fund budgets, contract ratifications, and board appointments.

• Public hearings for FY2025 General Fund, CRA, ARPA, Wastewater, Sanitation, and Building Department budgets
• Resolution to adopt the finalized 2024 millage rate for ad valorem taxation
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford Super Duty F-550 for $99,078.24
• Payment of $32,113.80 to Mission Communications, LLC for telemetry monitoring
• Additional $80,461.00 for a Mechanical Integrity Test of the deep injection well

The Rockledge City Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund budget and set the 2024 millage rate at $5.3800 per $1,000 of assessed property value. The council also approved budgets for the Community Redevelopment Agency, American Rescue Plan Act, Wastewater, Sanitation, Stormwater, and Building Department funds, along with the annual review of the Capital Improvements Element. In other actions, the council approved a Closed Point of Dispensing program, engaged a new Fire/Rescue Medical Director, and allowed the City Attorney to retire early.

• Adopted FY2025 General Fund budget (Ordinance 1905-2024) (6-0)
• Adopted 2024 millage rate of $5.3800 per $1,000 valuation (6-0)
• Adopted FY2025 budgets for CRA, ARPA, Wastewater, Sanitation, Stormwater, and Building funds (6-0 each)
• Adopted annual review of Capital Improvements Element (Ordinance 1913-2024) (6-0)
• Approved Closed Point of Dispensing program with City Manager authorized to sign documents (6-0)
• Engaged Dr. Larissa Dudley as Fire/Rescue Medical Director (6-0)
• Approved consent items including PBA and LIUNA contract amendments, vehicle purchase, and software services (6-0)
• Allowed City Attorney Miniclier to retire effective December 30, 2024 (6-0)

Development Review Committee

The Rockledge Development Review Committee will discuss a preliminary subdivision plat for Turtle Creek Golf Course, along with an overview of committee responsibilities and establishing meeting rules. No unfinished business or minutes are on the agenda.

• Preliminary Subdivision Plat – Turtle Creek Golf Course
• Overview of Committee Responsibilities
• Establishment of Meeting Rules/Decorum

The Rockledge Development Review Committee unanimously approved the preliminary subdivision plat for the Reserve at Turtle Creek, proposed for the existing Turtle Creek Golf Course area. Approval was conditioned on the secondary access being on Barnes Boulevard (paved, gated, right-in/right-out), a new lift station designed to city codes, and a Development Agreement to memorialize terms. The application will next be reviewed by the Planning Commission on October 1st.

• Approved preliminary plat for Reserve at Turtle Creek with conditions (unanimous)
• Required secondary access on Barnes Boulevard, paved, gated, right-in/right-out only
• Required new lift station and utilities designed to meet City codes
• Required Development Agreement to memorialize project terms

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget and millage rate. The body will also consider first readings for several other fund budgets and the annual review of the Capital Improvements Element of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget and Millage Rate
• Purchase of two Ingersoll Rand air compressors from Air Centers of Florida for $36,732.00
• Interlocal Agreement with City of Cocoa for crossing guard services at Fiske Boulevard and Rosa L. Jones Street (up to $7,000.00 per school year)
• Ratification of contract amendments for Teamsters and International Association of Firefighters (IAFF)
• Temporary labor agreements for FY 2025 with People Ready ($23.50/hr) and Hire Quest ($22.17/hr)

The Rockledge City Council unanimously adopted a resolution establishing a recomputed proposed millage rate of 5.3800 for 2024 ad valorem taxes and certified the tentative General Fund budget for FY2025. The council also approved first readings of ordinances for the FY2025 budgets of the General Fund, Community Redevelopment Agency, American Rescue Plan Act Fund, Wastewater System, Sanitation Impact Fee, Sanitation Services, Stormwater Utility, and Building Department, scheduling public hearings for September 18, 2024. Additionally, the council approved the proposed 2025 meeting schedule and several consent items, including contract ratifications and service agreements.

• Adopted resolution establishing recomputed proposed millage rate of 5.3800 (7-0)
• Certified tentative General Fund budget for FY2025 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of FY2025 General Fund budget ordinance (7-0)
• Approved first reading of FY2025 Community Redevelopment Agency Fund budget ordinance (7-0)
• Approved first reading of FY2025 American Rescue Plan Act Fund budget ordinance (7-0)
• Approved first reading of FY2025 Wastewater System Fund budget ordinance (7-0)
• Approved first reading of FY2025 Sanitation Impact Fee Fund budget ordinance (7-0)
• Approved consent items including Teamsters and IAFF contract amendments, interlocal agreement for crossing guards, and temporary labor agreements (7-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners

The Rockledge Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners will review a financial report and staff progress updates. The board is scheduled to vote on a facade improvement grant for a business on Barton Boulevard.

• Approval of Façade Improvement Grant for Guaranteed Auto at 907 Barton Boulevard

The Rockledge Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved a façade improvement grant of $20,477.90 for Guaranteed Auto Air Repair at 907 Barton Boulevard. The motion carried unanimously (6). The board also approved the July 24, 2024 meeting minutes and received the July 2024 financial report, both unanimously.

• Approved $20,477.90 façade improvement grant for Guaranteed Auto (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 24, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)
• Received July 2024 financial report (5-0)

City Council

The Rockledge City Council will hold a public hearing on a recommendation from the Planning Commission to approve a development agreement and site plan for a stand-alone climate-controlled mini warehouse storage project at Fiske Boulevard and Gladiola Circle. The council also will consider renewal of three continuing construction services agreements, authorization to purchase police vehicle accessories for $44,880.23, and extension of a SCADA system maintenance agreement. Additionally, the council will receive CRA recommendations for architectural and engineering design services for City Hall properties and Barton Boulevard beautification.

• Public hearing on development agreement (DA-24-02) and site plan (SP-23-09) for mini warehouse storage at Fiske Boulevard and Gladiola Circle
• Renewal of one-year agreements with Gregori Construction, Inc., CK Contractors & Development, LLC, and W&J Construction Corp. for continuing construction services
• Authorization to piggyback on Bradford County contract to purchase police vehicle accessories from Dana Safety Supply for $44,880.23
• Extension of annual hardware and software maintenance agreement with Rocha Controls for SCADA system (fiscal impact TBD)
• CRA recommendation to approve architectural and engineering design services proposals for City Hall properties and Barton Boulevard beautification

Retirement Board, Police Employees

The Rockledge Police Employees' Retirement Board will discuss and potentially approve the annual administrative budget for the retirement plan. The board will also review the DROP procedure policy and hear reports from the investment consultant, actuary, and attorney.

• Annual Administrative Budget for the police retirement plan
• DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program) Procedure Policy review
• Investment Consultant report
• Actuary report
• Attorney report

The Rockledge Police Employees' Retirement Board approved the FY2025 annual administrative budget and a new consultant contract with Mariner, both unanimously. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed the DROP policy, which will be presented for approval at a future meeting. No public comments were made.

• Approved FY2025 annual administrative budget (unanimous)
• Approved Mariner consultant contract (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Retirement Board, Fire Employees

The Rockledge Fire Employees’ Retirement Board will meet to approve the administrative budget for the 2024/2025 plan year. The board will also review investment performance for the quarter ending June 30, 2024, and discuss a DROP Procedure Policy update.

• Approval of administrative expense budget for Plan Year 2024/2025
• Ratification of travel expense reports for FPPTA Annual Conference
• DROP Procedure Policy update by Actuary
• Investment Performance Report for quarter ended June 30, 2024

Retirement Board, General Employees

The General Employees’ Retirement Board will meet to approve May 2024 minutes and discuss a Procedure Policy update from the actuary. The board will receive performance reports for the quarter ending June 30, 2024, and review fund expenditures and receipts.

• Approval of May 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Procedure Policy update from Actuary
• Investment Performance Report for quarter end June 30, 2024
• Retirement Fund expenditures and receipts for quarter end 6/30/2024
• FPPTA Fall Trustee School educational opportunities

The Rockledge General Employees' Retirement Board met quarterly and approved the May 17, 2024 meeting minutes and the expenditure report for the fiscal quarter ending June 30, 2024. The actuary discussed the DROP policy, requesting a sub-committee review. The investment consultant reported a quarterly return of 1.19% and a fund balance of $24,107,939 as of June 30, 2024.

• Approved minutes of May 17, 2024 joint quarterly meeting (unanimous)
• Approved expenditure report for fiscal quarter ending 6/30/2024 (unanimous)
• Recommended Brenda Black as sub-committee member replacement

City Council

This is a budget workshop where the Rockledge City Council will receive a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget, including the General Fund, Community Redevelopment Agency, Wastewater, Sanitation, Stormwater, Building Department, and American Rescue Plan Act expenditures. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and questions only.

• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2025 budget overview
• Review of General Fund, CRA, Wastewater, Sanitation, Stormwater, and Building Department fund budgets
• Listing of American Rescue Plan Act expenditures
• Discussion of 2024 accomplishments

The Rockledge City Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget, covering the General Fund, Community Redevelopment Agency, Wastewater, Sanitation, Stormwater, Building Department, and ARPA expenditures. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational only. Councilmembers praised staff and noted an upcoming Community Conversation event.

• Reviewed FY2025 General Fund budget (no vote)
• Reviewed FY2025 Community Redevelopment Agency Fund budget (no vote)
• Reviewed FY2025 Wastewater System Fund budget (no vote)
• Reviewed FY2025 Sanitation Impact Fee Fund budget (no vote)
• Reviewed FY2025 Sanitation Services Fund budget (no vote)
• Reviewed FY2025 Stormwater Utility Fund budget (no vote)
• Reviewed FY2025 Building Department Fund budget (no vote)
• Reviewed ARPA expenditures list (no vote)

Planning Commission

The Rockledge Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Development Agreement and Site Plan for a stand-alone climate-controlled mini warehouse storage project at Fiske Boulevard and Gladiola Circle. No other business is scheduled.

• Public Hearing for Development Agreement (DA-24-02) and Site Plan (SP-23-09) for a climate-controlled mini warehouse by Marble Creek, LLC/Fiske Investment Property, LLP at Fiske Boulevard and Gladiola Circle (Parcel ID 25-36-17-00-772)

The Rockledge Planning Commission voted 3-1 to recommend City Council approval of a Development Agreement and Site Plan for a stand-alone climate-controlled mini warehouse storage project at Fiske Boulevard and Gladiola Circle. The recommendation includes the ability to amend the agreement to add factors per the Commission's input. No public comment was received. The meeting also included unanimous approval of the April 2, 2024 minutes.

• Recommended approval of Development Agreement DA-24-02 and Site Plan SP-23-09 for mini warehouse (3-1, Knight opposed)
• Approved minutes of April 2, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners

The Rockledge CRA Board will review and potentially approve two professional architectural and engineering design service proposals from Architects RZK, Inc. for City Hall Properties and Barton Beautification schematics and surveys, along with a Façade Improvement Grant for Modern Technology Services LLC at 854 Cardinal Avenue. The board will also receive financial reports and updates on recent events, upcoming events, and project progress.

• Approval: Façade Improvement Grant – Modern Technology Services LLC - 854 Cardinal Avenue
• Approval: Professional Architectural and Engineering Design Services Proposal, City Hall Properties Schematics and Survey – Architects RZK, Inc.
• Approval: Professional Architectural and Engineering Design Services Proposal, Barton Beautification Schematics & Survey – Architects RZK, Inc.
• Financial report for May and June 2024
• Update on Façade Improvement Grant program

The Rockledge CRA Board approved a $14,852.35 façade improvement grant for Modern Technology Services LLC at 854 Cardinal Avenue, and approved two architectural/engineering design service proposals with RZK Architects: one for parking/pedestrian connectivity development of four city properties (not to exceed $134,592.50) and one for Barton Beautification Schematics and Survey improvements (not to exceed $179,975.00). All motions carried unanimously. The board also received financial reports for May and June 2024 and approved the May 22, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved $14,852.35 façade improvement grant for Modern Technology Services LLC at 854 Cardinal Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved parking/pedestrian connectivity development of four city properties, not to exceed $134,592.50, with RZK Architects (unanimous)
• Approved Barton Beautification Schematics and Survey improvements, not to exceed $179,975.00, with RZK Architects (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 22, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Received financial reports for May and June 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

This meeting includes a second reading and public hearing for Ordinance No. 1904-2024 granting a non-exclusive natural gas franchise to Pivotal Utility Holdings d/b/a Florida City Gas. The Council will also consider the tentative property tax millage rate and proposed FY2024-2025 budget, along with recommendations for a 6% salary increase for employees, an adjusted hourly base rate of $16.50, and two new full-time positions. Additional action items include purchasing four police vehicles, using forfeiture funds for equipment, and deciding a fence height exception request at 3813 Murrell Road.

• Second reading and public hearing for Ordinance No. 1904-2024 granting a non-exclusive natural gas franchise to Pivotal Utility Holdings d/b/a Florida City Gas
• Consideration of tentative millage rate and proposed FY2024-2025 budget
• Recommendation for a 6% salary increase and adjustment of hourly base rate to $16.50
• Authorization to purchase four police vehicles from Step-One Auto for $201,768.33
• Request for exception to build an eight-foot fence at 3813 Murrell Road

Council Finance & Budget Committee

The Finance & Budget Committee will address unfinished business regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 proposed budget and a Banking Services Agreement. No new business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget
• Banking Services Agreement

City Council

The Rockledge City Council will consider a non-exclusive natural gas franchise for Florida City Gas and an updated IT management policy. The body is also reviewing a budget adjustment to purchase stormwater equipment and a contract extension for tree services.

• First reading of ordinance granting a non-exclusive natural gas franchise to Pivotal Utility Holdings, Inc. d/b/a Florida City Gas
• Resolution to adopt the updated City of Rockledge Information Technology Management Policy
• Request to purchase a Skid Steer Loader with Mulcher for the Stormwater Division for $140,000.00
• Extension of agreement for tree trimming and removal services with Enviro Tree Service, LLC through September 30, 2025
• Designation of a voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities Annual Conference

Council Finance & Budget Committee

The committee will review the Fiscal Year 2025 draft budget, including fees and the tentative millage rate. The agenda also includes discussions regarding city investment policy, banking services, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• FY 2025 draft budget review and tentative millage rate
• Discussion of City Investment Policy and banking services
• Review of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2024 accomplishments
• Discussion regarding ARPA list and asset management policy

City Council

The council will consider the reimbursement agreement for School Resource Officers in local public schools. The agenda also includes approvals for pipe repairs on Brunswick Lane and a new sanitation office trailer purchase.

• $72,000.00 per officer reimbursement for School Resource Officers
• $214,110.00 contract for pipe lining on Brunswick Lane
• $214,200.00 purchase of a sanitation office trailer
• $103,050.58 FDOT traffic signal maintenance agreement
• Extension of construction service agreements through 2025

Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners

The Rockledge Community Redevelopment Agency Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, financial reports, and several action items. They will vote on furniture and equipment for a multipurpose building, two facade improvement grants, and accept the completed FY2023 audit. The agenda also includes staff progress reports and commissioner updates.

• Approval of FF&E for Multipurpose Building
• Façade Improvement Grant – BeachFly Brewing Company LLC, 513 Barton Boulevard
• Façade Improvement Grant – Carolina Pines Communities LLC, 803 Angela Avenue
• Approval of Completed Audit of Rockledge CRA for FY2023
• Financial reports for March and April 2024

Fire, General, and Police Employee Retirement Boards - Joint Meetings

The General, Fire, and Police Employees’ Retirement Boards are meeting jointly to review investment performance for the quarter ending March 31, 2024. The boards will discuss a DROP procedure policy update and a legislative update. The General Employees' board will also address a board vacancy and the selection of a secretary.

• Investment Performance Report for quarter ended March 31, 2024
• DROP Procedure policy update
• Application from Planning Director John Cooper for an open Board of Trustees position
• Annual Financial Disclosure Filing Deadline of July 1, 2024
• Receipt of General Employees' Retirement Fund expenditures and receipts for quarter ending March 31, 2024

City Council

The Rockledge City Council is holding a regular meeting with several routine items, including approval of minutes, a financial report, and a resolution to adopt the Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement. The consent agenda includes agreements for FPL LED lighting, recycling services, railway crossing maintenance, and a lease with Lead Brevard. No new business or unfinished business is listed.

• Resolution adopting Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement
• FPL LED Lighting Agreement for US Highway 1 and Eyster Boulevard
• Renewal of Recycling Services Agreement with WM Recycle America, LLC
• Grade Crossing Maintenance for Gus Hipp Boulevard with Florida East Coast Railway
• Lease Agreement with Lead Brevard, Inc. for Rockledge Community Resource Center

Code Enforcement Board

The Rockledge Code Enforcement Board will meet to discuss specific property violations and a request for a lien reduction. The board is reviewing cases involving inoperable vehicles, unauthorized commercial activity, and animal housing.

• Request for reduction of lien for Eddie Williams, II at 828 Georgia Avenue
• Case ECE23-0361: Inoperable vehicle and household items at 923 Levitt Parkway
• Case ECE23-0771: Commercial vehicle repair, four chickens, four ducks, and a dilapidated fence at 996 Sarazen Drive

Student Advisory Committee

The Rockledge Student Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a review of wrap-up questions. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the April 2, 2024 meeting.

• Review of wrap-up questions
• Approval of April 2, 2024, meeting minutes

Parking Board

The Rockledge Parking Board is meeting to consider a new business item: a request by Contineo Group, LLC (Jennifer Yarbrough) for a pervious surface at 3060 Fiske Boulevard. No old business is listed. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including a call to order and adjournment.

• New business: pervious surface request at 3060 Fiske Boulevard by Contineo Group, LLC
• No old business on the agenda

City Council

The Rockledge City Council will hold its regular meeting, including the swearing-in of Christopher Crawford as Public Safety Director/Chief of Police. The council will also consider consent items, including a water service agreement with the City of Cocoa and a wildfire hazard mitigation agreement with the Florida Forest Service. No public hearings or ordinances are scheduled.

• Swearing-in of Public Safety Director/Chief of Police Christopher Crawford
• Approval of Water Service Agreement with City of Cocoa
• Approval of Wildfire Hazard Mitigation Agreement with Florida Forest Service
• Appointment of City Representative to Ad Valorem Tax Abatement Council
• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2024 regular meeting

Council Police & Fire Committee

The Rockledge City Council Police & Fire Committee meets on April 18, 2024, to discuss a candidate for public safety leadership. Agenda item three lists a discussion regarding Christopher Crawford as a candidate for Public Safety Director and Chief of Police. No other unfinished business or new items are scheduled for this session.

• Discussion of Public Safety Director/Chief of Police candidate review for Christopher Crawford
• Meeting location: Kelsey’s Pizzeria, 1954 US Highway 1, Rockledge, Florida
• Committee members assigned: Chair Forester, Mayor Price, Councilman Cadore

City Council

The Rockledge City Council is holding its regular meeting with no public hearings or ordinances on the agenda. The main business includes considering a Planning Commission recommendation to approve a development agreement amendment for the Harvest Landing Subdivision and a site plan for a warehouse at 596 Haverty Court. The council will also make appointments and reappointments to city boards and receive routine reports.

• Development Agreement Amendment (DA-24-01) for Harvest Landing Subdivision
• Site plan for warehouse building at 596 Haverty Court
• Reappointment to Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners
• Appointment to Planning Commission
• City representative to Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast

Board of Adjustment

The Rockledge Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a special exception request (SE-24-01) from Brevard HMA Hospice, LLC to permit a care unit with 14 or fewer residents in the P1 Professional District at 661 Eyster Boulevard. The board will also approve minutes from its December 19, 2023 meeting. No unfinished or new business is listed.

• Public hearing on Special Exception SE-24-01 for a care unit (14 or fewer residents) at 661 Eyster Boulevard
• Applicant: Brevard HMA Hospice, LLC; Agent Jason Ackner
• Approval of minutes from December 19, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Rockledge City Council will hold public hearings and vote on three ordinances related to the voluntary annexation of about 60.66 acres north of Pluckebaum Road and east of S. Range Road, including a comprehensive plan amendment for medium-density residential use and a Planned Unit Development zoning designation. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, consent items for contracts and purchases, and reports from boards.

• Ordinance 1901-2024: Voluntary annexation of ~60.66 acres (ANX-23-10)
• Ordinance 1902-2024: Comprehensive Plan amendment to MDR (CPA-23-10)
• Ordinance 1903-2024: Zoning designation of PUD (ZDA-23-11)
• Approval: Mechanical Integrity Test on Deep Injection Well, Black & Veatch Corporation
• Approval: Purchase of Ford F-150 for IT Division

Student Advisory Committee

The Rockledge Student Advisory Committee will review March meeting minutes, hear a presentation by Councilman Dr. Michael A. Cadore on leadership, and discuss a wrap-up assignment for its May meeting. No unfinished business is scheduled. The agenda contains only routine procedural items and one discussion topic.

• Approval of March 5, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Presentation by Councilman Dr. Michael A. Cadore on leadership
• Discussion regarding a wrap-up assignment for the May meeting

Planning Commission

The Rockledge Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a special exception for a hospice care unit and an amendment to the Harvest Landing development agreement, and will also review a warehouse site plan and elect a chairperson.

• Special Exception SE-24-01: Brevard HMA Hospice, LLC requests a care unit for 14 or fewer residents at 661 Eyster Boulevard in the P1 Professional District
• Development Agreement Amendment DA-24-01: Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group Inc. requests to amend the Harvest Landing agreement to update owner info and terms for the Clearlake Road Extension
• Site plan action item: warehouse building at 596 Haverty Court
• Election of Chairperson

Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners

The Rockledge Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners met to review financial reports and staff updates. The primary decision was the approval of a Façade Improvement Grant for the Rockledge Plaza Condominium Association. No other new business or consent items were on the agenda.

• Approval of Façade Improvement Grant for Rockledge Plaza Condominium Association at 1225 Florida Avenue
• Review of February 2024 Financial Report
• Approval of minutes from the February 28, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Rockledge City Council will hold first readings and a public hearing on ordinances to annex about 60.66 acres north of Pluckebaum Road and east of S. Range Road, amend the Future Land Use Map to Medium Density Residential, and establish a Planned Unit Development zoning. The council will also consider consent items including a facial recognition software agreement, sewer rehabilitation, and a change order for a fire apparatus.

• Ordinance 1901-2024: voluntary annexation of ~60.66 acres (ANX-23-10)
• Comprehensive Plan amendment to MDR for ~60.66 acres (CPA-23-10)
• Zoning designation PUD for ~60.66 acres (ZDA-23-11)
• Consent: Clearview AI facial recognition software agreement
• Consent: Pinson Boulevard gravity sewer main rehabilitation with Inliner Solutions

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to discuss specific property violations and requests for lien reductions. The board is also scheduled to elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Review of dilapidated structure at 1008 Howard Street
• Review of portable storage unit at 38 Lime Avenue
• Lien reduction request for 913 Brunswick Place
• Lien release request for properties owned by Donald Fain outside city limits
• Lien reduction request for 828 Georgia Ave

Student Advisory Committee

The committee will hear a presentation from the Department of Public Safety – Police Division. Members will also discuss topics for future meetings and the development of a recommendation for the City Council.

• Presentation by Department of Public Safety – Police Division
• Discussion on developing a recommendation for City Council
• Discussion regarding topics for subsequent meetings

Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners

The Rockledge Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners met to review financial reports for November 2023 through January 2024 and approve several new business items. Key decisions included selecting the board's Chair and Vice Chair and approving architectural design services. The board also approved renovation projects at the McKnight Sports Complex and awarded façade improvement grants to two local properties.

• Approval of Architectural and Engineering Design Services Proposal
• Approval of Softball Concession Building Press Box Renovations at McKnight Sports Complex
• Approval of Football Building and Sports Meeting Area Renovations at McKnight Sports Complex
• Approval of Façade Improvement Grant for First Baptist Church at 1810 Cedar Street
• Approval of Façade Improvement Grant for Elebash and Selig, LLC at 833 Barton Boulevard

Council Finance & Budget Committee

The Rockledge City Council Finance & Budget Committee is meeting to consider the proposed budget calendar for fiscal year 2024-2025 and to discuss Fire Station #37. The agenda includes one action item (budget calendar approval) and one discussion item (Fire Station #37). No unfinished business is listed.

• Approval of proposed budget calendar for FY 2024-2025
• Discussion of Fire Station #37

City Council

The Rockledge City Council is meeting to conduct the city manager's annual performance evaluation, a key action item. The agenda also includes routine approvals for software maintenance contracts, surplus property disposal, and board appointments, with no public hearings or unfinished business scheduled.

• City Manager Annual Performance Evaluation
• Extension of Annual Hardware and Software Maintenance Service Agreement for SCADA System, Rocha Controls (Wastewater Treatment Department)
• Annual Maintenance Fees, BS&A Enterprise Software (Finance Division)
• Declaration of Surplus Property and Authorization to Sell or Scrap Said Property, Public Works Vehicles
• Reappointments to Code Enforcement Board and Police Employees' Retirement Board

The Rockledge Environmental Enhancement Board

The Rockledge Environmental Enhancement Board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2024. The board will also consider a recommendation for a Mayoral Proclamation for National Arbor Day in April 2024.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024
• Recommendation for Mayoral Proclamation for National Arbor Day, April 2024
• Staff reports regarding Trash Bash, National Arbor Day, and Tree City U.S.A.

City Council

The Rockledge City Council will consider a resolution to name streets within the Junction at Rockledge project. The meeting also includes consent items regarding surplus police property and a race management agreement.

• Resolution to name streets within the Junction at Rockledge project
• Declaration of surplus property for a police bicycle
• Race Management Services Agreement with Running Zone Race Management, Inc. for the third annual Rocktober 5K

Student Advisory Committee

The committee will review minutes from previous meetings and receive a presentation from the Department of Public Safety – Fire and Emergency Services Division. Discussion items include future meeting topics and the development of committee recommendations.

• Approval of November 9, 2023 minutes
• Approval of December 5, 2023 minutes
• Presentation by Department of Public Safety – Fire and Emergency Services Division

Retirement Board, Police Employees

The Rockledge Police Employees' Retirement Board is meeting to approve minutes, discuss the DROP procedure policy, receive updates from the board of trustees, and review the annual actuarial valuation. Reports from the investment consultant, actuary, and attorney are also on the agenda, along with public comment.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of DROP Procedure Policy
• Board of Trustees update
• Annual Actuarial Valuation review
• Investment consultant and actuary reports

Retirement Board, Fire Employees

The Board will review the annual valuation for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023. Discussion includes updates on the DROP procedure policy and investment performance reports.

• Annual valuation presentation for fiscal year ending September 30, 2023
• Declaration of expected annual rate of investment return
• $4,890.75 fiduciary insurance renewal payment

Retirement Board, General Employees

The Rockledge General Employees' Retirement Board is meeting to approve minutes, review the annual pension plan valuation for fiscal year 2023, and declare the expected annual rate of investment return. The board will also hear reports from its investment, actuarial, and legal consultants, and acknowledge quarterly fund receipts and expenditures.

• Presentation of annual valuation for fiscal year ending September 30, 2023
• Declare expected annual rate of investment return for plan assets
• DROP Procedure Policy update from actuary
• Investment performance report for quarter ended December 31, 2023
• Acknowledge receipt of Retirement Fund expenditures and receipts for quarter end 12/31/23

Parking Board

The Rockledge Parking Board is meeting to consider a new business item: a request by Teimouri & Associates, Inc. for a pervious surface at a location on Rockledge Blvd. No old business is listed. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order and adjournment.

• Applicant: Teimouri & Associates, Inc, Vaheed Teimouri
• Location: Rockledge Blvd, Rockledge, FL
• Request: A Pervious Surface

City Council

The Rockledge City Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering surplus property declarations, service contracts, and the FY2024 street resurfacing list. No public hearings or new business are scheduled; the meeting includes presentations, a budget report, and board appointments.

• Declaration of surplus and donation of firearms range stands and accessories
• Declaration of surplus and sale/scrap of police vehicles
• Owner advisor services contract with Jacobs Engineering for Phase II Advanced Wastewater Treatment
• Agreement for use of St. Mary Catholic Church parking lot for Old St. Mary's Church rentals
• Sale of four parcels in CRA subdistrict at 515, 517, 527 Barton Boulevard and Parcel ID 25-36-09-00-270