Cocoa public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider providing direction to staff to prepare an ordinance amending Appendix A, Article XIII, Section 20 of the city code regarding alcoholic beverages. The special meeting also includes approval of the meeting agenda and minutes.

• 24-719: Provide direction to staff to prepare an ordinance updating Appendix A, Art XIII, Sec. 20 – Alcoholic Beverages

Diamond Square RDA

The Diamond Square Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting to consider approving minutes from six prior meetings, receive a presentation on amendments to the UpStart Cocoa Grant Program, hear a presentation from Space Coast Habitat for Humanity, and accept the 2024 Annual Report from the Alliance for Neighborhood Restoration. Public delegations are also scheduled.

• Resolution amending the UpStart Cocoa Grant Program policy (Item 24-713)
• Presentation by Space Coast Habitat for Humanity (Item 24-718)
• Acceptance of the 2024 Annual Report from the Alliance for Neighborhood Restoration (Item 24-717)
• Approval of minutes from meetings held May through November 2024 (Items 24-343, 24-663, 24-664, 24-710, 24-711, 24-712)

City Council

The City Council will vote on final readings for police and firefighter retirement plan ordinances. The body is also considering several zoning text amendments and budget adjustments for capital projects and ARPA funds.

• Final reading of Ordinances 16-2024 and 17-2024 regarding Police and Firefighters’ Retirement Plans
• Range Road pavement and striping project totaling $711,763
• Stormwater infrastructure repairs with Atlantic Development of Cocoa, Inc. for $204,646
• Cured in place stormwater pipe lining contract with Inliner Solutions, LLC for $167,790
• Zoning amendments regarding transportation terminals, tree protection, and the Heart of Cocoa Consent Decree area

Planning and Zoning / Local Planning Agency

The board will consider a city-initiated ordinance to rezone 16 parcels totaling 8.36 acres from county residential and commercial designations to City of Cocoa General Commercial (C-G). The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from a prior meeting.

• Ordinance 15-2024: Rezone 16 parcels (8.36 acres) at Pine Grove Park from Brevard County RU-1-9, BU-1, BU-2 to City of Cocoa C-G
• Approval of agenda for the December 20, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of minutes from the October 2, 2024 Planning and Zoning meeting

Cocoa Redevelopment Agency

The Cocoa Redevelopment Agency meeting is primarily procedural, focusing on approving minutes from six previous meetings (May, July, August, September, and November 2024). No substantive action items, presentations, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from May 6, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of minutes from July 1, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of minutes from August 5, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024 special meeting
• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2024 special meeting

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting focused on finance and urgent items. The body will consider a resolution to adjust the Fiscal Year 2024 budget to cover negative departmental balances and project budgets.

• Resolution 2024-107 to amend the Fiscal Year 2024 Adopted Budget (BAF#24-130-T1, T2, IFT, and A)
• Reappointment of Ron Chabot and Frank Manfredi to the Planning and Zoning Board through November 2027
• Appointment of Katherine Stewart and Joseph Bachand to the Planning and Zoning Board

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will consider approval of the meeting agenda as presented. It will also vote to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM.

• Approve agenda for November 21, 2024 meeting
• Approve minutes from prior meeting (item 24-623)
• Set next meeting date: Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM

City Council

The City Council will certify the results of the November 5, 2024, General Election and hold a swearing-in ceremony for Mayor Michael C. Blake and Councilmembers Lavander Hearn and Patricia Weeks.

• Certify results of the November 5, 2024, General Election
• Swear in Mayor Michael C. Blake
• Swear in District 2 Councilmember Lavander Hearn
• Swear in District 3 Councilmember Patricia Weeks
• Elect a Deputy Mayor

Diamond Square RDA

The Diamond Square Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to approve the agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and a schedule for 2025. The meeting will also include a presentation on Sunshine Law training.

• Approval of agenda and minutes from May, June, and August 2024
• Presentation on Sunshine Law: Refresher Training
• Approval of Diamond Square CRA 2025 Meeting Schedule
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for December 16, 2024

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board will hold a procedural meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting. No new business, updates, or staff reports are listed on the agenda. The next meeting date is to be determined.

• Approval of August 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• No new business items scheduled

City Council

The City Council will discuss several budget amendments, public safety contracts, and zoning changes. Key items include retirement plan updates for police and fire personnel and a grant application for passenger rail infrastructure.

• Grant application for $49,000,000 for a Cocoa Multi-Modal Station
• Purchase of a Monarch fire pumper truck for $1,119,995
• Multi-year contract with Flock Safety for four license plate readers ($38,600)
• First readings of ordinances amending police and firefighter retirement plans
• Zoning text amendments regarding tree protection and transportation terminals

Planning and Zoning / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, then consider several new items. These include an expedited state‑review amendment to the Future Land Use Element for mixed‑use development, a rezoning ordinance for 16 parcels (8.36 acres) adjacent to State Road 520 (postponed), a Pine Grove Park zoning amendment, tree‑protection code changes, and a definition of transportation terminals. The board will also hold open discussion before adjourning.

• Expedited State Review Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment to Future Land Use Element Policy 1.1.2.6(F) for mixed‑use flexibility
• Ordinance 15-2024 to rezone 16 parcels (8.36 acres) near State Road 520 at Virginia Ave, Ruth St, and Aurora St – postponed
• Pine Grove Park zoning amendment to Appendix A, Article XIII, Section 22 (tree protection standards)
• Tree Protection Amendments to Appendix A, Article V of the code
• Transportation Terminals definition amendment to Appendix A, Article V (M‑1 and C‑G districts)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review a Special Exception request to permit a bar or lounge, with or without a package store, to operate a cigar lounge bar serving alcohol. The request concerns the property at 412 Brevard Avenue and cites Appendix A, Article XI, Section 13(C)(6) and Section 22(F) of the City of Cocoa Code. The agenda also includes routine approvals of the meeting agenda and September 18 minutes.

• Approval of the Board of Adjustment agenda (Item 24-603)
• Approval of the Board of Adjustment minutes from September 18, 2024 (Item 24-609)
• Special Exception request (Item 24-598) to allow a cigar lounge bar serving alcohol at 412 Brevard Ave

Diamond Square RDA

The Diamond Square Community Redevelopment Agency is holding a special meeting to review a specific interlocal agreement. The body will decide whether to approve an amendment regarding the Michael C. Blake Subdivision.

• Amendment #1 to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Cocoa and Diamond Square CRA for the Michael C. Blake Subdivision

City Council

The council will consider several consent agenda items, including a $4,514,117 multi‑year task order with HDR, Inc. for Taylor Creek Reservoir water‑supply permitting and related budget amendments. Other approvals include a $1,119,995 purchase of a Sutphen fire pumper, a $6,825 radar acquisition using Federal Forfeiture funds, and a $250,000 piggyback contract with Connect Consulting for hydrogeological services. A public hearing will address a request to postpone a zoning map amendment for 301 S. Cocoa Blvd.

• Approve HDR, Inc. task order 2025-03 for Taylor Creek Reservoir permitting ($4,514,117, City share $270,847)
• Approve purchase of Sutphen Heavy Duty Monarch Fire Pumper (Purchase Order $1,119,995)
• Approve resolution to use $6,825 Federal Forfeiture funds for three new radars
• Approve piggyback contract with Connect Consulting, Inc. for hydrogeological services (up to $250,000 for FY 2025)
• Public hearing to postpone zoning map amendment for 301 S. Cocoa Blvd. (change from C‑P to C‑N)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on land use and zoning amendments for Cocoa Place and a HUD Action Plan. The body is also reviewing several utility engineering contracts and chemical supply agreements pending the FY2025 budget.

• Final adoption of Ordinance 09-2024 to rezone 3.1 acres from Single-Family Residential to Neighborhood Commercial
• Final adoption of Ordinance 08-2024 to change 3.36 acres to Neighborhood Commercial on the Future Land Use Map
• Task Order 2025-46 with Jacobs Engineering Group for $698,387.00 and Task Order 2025-45 for $308,500.00
• Task Order 2025-47 to Jacobs Engineering Group for $434,814.00
• Task Order 2025-08 with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for $200,762.94

Cocoa Redevelopment Agency

The Cocoa Redevelopment Agency is holding a special meeting to discuss a budget correction. The body will consider a resolution to amend the FY24 Budget to provide additional funding for the Façade Grant account.

• Resolution CCRA-24-552: FY24 Budget amendment (BAF #24-132A) for $7,266 for the Façade Grant account

Code Enforcement Board

The Cocoa Code Enforcement Board will meet on September 19, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers, 65 Stone Street. The board will consider approval of the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous session. It will also set the date for the next regular meeting on October 17, 2024. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve the agenda for the September 19, 2024 meeting
• Approve the minutes from the previous Code Enforcement Board meeting
• Schedule the next regular meeting for October 17, 2024 at 6:00 PM
• Adjourn the meeting

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a Special Exception for 28 Prospect Ave, located in the Commercial Wholesale Zoning District, to permit a church or related facility under the city code. The request includes several exhibits and a concept plan. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from the May 15, 2024 meeting.

• Special Exception request for 28 Prospect Ave (Tax Parcel ID 24-36-32-00-4)
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Approval of the minutes from the May 15, 2024 Board of Adjustment meeting

Diamond Square RDA

The Diamond Square Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to approve its Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The board will also consider updates to a grant program for commercial facades and the development of affordable housing.

• Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
• Updating Commercial Façade Improvement Program (CFIP) grant to a maximum of $20,000 per applicant on a 1:1 match
• Nomination of a member to the Evaluation Committee for RFP # P-25-02-COC regarding affordable housing in the Michael C. Blake Subdivision
• Rescheduling the October 2024 board meeting from October 21st to October 14th

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning and land use amendments for the Diamond Square and Cocoa Place areas. The body is also deciding on the annexation of 23 parcels of land into the City of Orlando and various budget re-allocations.

• Proposed rezoning of 3.1 acres from Single-Family Residential to Neighborhood Commercial for Cocoa Place
• Proposed land use amendment of 3.36 acres to Neighborhood Commercial for Cocoa Place
• General Insurance Program renewal with Florida League of Cities, Inc. for an estimated $2,175,789
• Workers’ Compensation Specific Excess Insurance renewal for an estimated $202,401
• Petition for voluntary annexation of 23 parcels of land into the City of Orlando

Cocoa Redevelopment Agency

The Cocoa Community Redevelopment Agency will vote to adopt its fiscal year 2025 budget. It will also modify the Commercial Façade Improvement Program, increasing the maximum grant to $20,000 per applicant with a 1:1 match. The meeting includes routine agenda and minutes approval, public delegations, and scheduling of the next special meeting on September 24, 2024.

• Approve the FY2025 budget for the Cocoa Community Redevelopment Agency
• Update the Commercial Façade Improvement Program grant to a maximum of $20,000 per applicant (1:1 match)
• Approve the meeting agenda and minutes
• Allow public delegations on items not on the printed agenda
• Set next special meeting for September 24, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Planning and Zoning / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider Ordinance 08-2024, a Future Land Use Map amendment that would change 20 parcels (about 3.36 acres) from Commercial to Neighborhood Commercial. It will also consider Ordinance 09-2024, a Zoning Map amendment that would change 18 parcels (about 3.1 acres) from Single-Family Residential to Neighborhood Commercial. The agenda and the minutes from the August 7 meeting will be approved.

• Ordinance 08-2024: FLU amendment for 20 parcels (~3.36 acres) from Commercial to Neighborhood Commercial
• Ordinance 09-2024: Zoning amendment for 18 parcels (~3.1 acres) from Single-Family Residential to Neighborhood Commercial
• Approval of the meeting agenda (Item 24-509)
• Approval of the minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting (Item 24-511)

City Council

The Cocoa City Council will hold its first budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2025. Council members will consider and vote on a tentative millage rate of 6.9532 mills and adopt the FY 2025 tentative budget and capital improvement program. The agenda also includes approval of the meeting agenda itself.

• Approve the agenda (Resolution 24-510).
• Adopt Resolution 2024-083 setting a tentative millage rate of 6.9532 mills.
• Adopt Resolution 2024-084 establishing the FY 2025 tentative budget and capital improvement program.

Sustainability Advisory Board

The agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate. The board will review the agenda and minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Cocoa City Council will approve the FY 2025 budget, amend the FY 2024 budget, and consider zoning changes and public hearings. The body will also address settlement agreements and a vacant council seat.

• Approval of FY 2025 budget and $131,713 water quality grant
• Amending FY 2024 budget by $63,200 for building permits
• Public hearing on zoning text amendment for Heart of Cocoa
• Settlement approvals for Police Officer Joshua Roane and former employee Jeannie Linkenhoker
• Appointment of Patricia Weeks to fill vacant District 3 council seat

Planning and Zoning / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing a proposal for a new residential subdivision and several amendments to the Land Development Code. These include changes to mixed-use development and yard setbacks in specific city districts.

• Preliminary PUD for a 61-lot single-family subdivision on +/- 57.23 acres east of N. Range Rd.
• Proposed Land Development Code Amendment for mixed-use and public parking in the Heart of Cocoa (Consent Decree area)
• Zoning Text Amendment for new minimum yard requirements in RU-1-7 district and Diamond Square CRA
• Request to postpone a code amendment regarding Major Recreational Equipment sales/rentals in C-G zoning

City Council

The City Council is meeting to establish the rolled-back and proposed millage rates for the FY2025 budget and schedule a public hearing. The body will also consider several equipment purchases, zoning amendments, and the filling of a City Council vacancy.

• Proposed millage rate and rolled-back rate for FY2025 budget notification
• Up to $1,900,000 for water meter and reading equipment from Ferguson Enterprises LLC
• Purchase of six police vehicles and equipment using $122,000 and $244,000 budget allocations
• Second reading of a zoning amendment to allow truck parking facilities in M-2 districts
• First reading of Ordinance 10-2024 to extend the Ad Valorem Tax Abatement Program for 10 years

Code Enforcement Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to approve the agenda and previous minutes.

Planning and Zoning / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider two city-initiated amendments regarding property in Cocoa. These items involve changing the land use map and zoning categories for several parcels of real property.

• Ordinance 08-2024: Future Land Use Map amendment for 20 parcels totaling approximately 3.36 acres from Commercial to Neighborhood Commercial
• Ordinance 09-2024: Zoning Map amendment for 18 parcels totaling approximately 3.1 acres from RU-1-7 Single-Family Residential to C-N Neighborhood Commercial

City Council

The City Council is conducting a special meeting focused on the upcoming fiscal year budget. The agenda includes an overview of the FY 2025 balanced budget proposal and a financial analysis by Stantec.

• FY 2025 Balanced Budget Proposal Overview
• Stantec Annual Financial Analysis
• Parks discussion

City Council

The City Council will consider several multi-year contracts for water main replacements, pump station roofs, and lift station rehabilitation. The meeting also includes discussions on school resource officer renewals and a major parking improvement project at Lee Wenner Park.

• South Courtenay Parkway Water Main Replacement: $169,107 budget amendment
• Wewahootee Pump Station roof replacement: $117,517.37 total cost
• Lift Station Rehabilitation Services: $197,679.90 total project cost
• Lee Wenner Park Parking Improvements: $2,187,121 interlocal agreement
• Zoning amendment to add truck parking facilities to M-2 district

Cocoa Redevelopment Agency

The Cocoa Redevelopment Agency is reviewing several financial and development items. These include a large contract for park improvements, various budget adjustments, and potential redevelopment negotiations.

• Accept bid from Doug Wilson Enterprises for Lee Wenner Park Parking Project totaling $2,187,121
• Amend FY24 Budget by $10,000 to fund the CRA Plan Update Consultant
• Amend FY24 Budget by $100 for increased FY23 CRA Audit costs
• Extend Commercial Façade Improvement Program Grant for 101 Brevard Avenue through July 13, 2025
• Extend negotiation period for 603 Brevard Avenue redevelopment until November 4, 2024

Diamond Square RDA

The Diamond Square RDA will meet to consider two budget amendment resolutions. These items involve adjusting funds to cover the FY23 CRA Audit cost and to fund a CRA Plan Update Consultant.

• Resolution to amend FY24 Budget by $100 for increased FY23 CRA Audit costs
• Resolution to amend FY24 Budget by $10,000 to fund the CRA Plan Update Consultant
• Review of the FY23 Diamond Square CRA Annual Audit Report

Planning and Zoning / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a text amendment to the Land Development Code. This proposal would add truck parking facilities as a permitted use in the M-2 zoning district and provide a definition for those facilities.

• Land Development Code Text Amendment to add truck parking facilities to M-2 zoning district uses

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board will meet at City Hall Chambers. The agenda includes a call to order and the approval of the current agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of the June 11, 2024, draft agenda
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 10, 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider a second reading for amendments to the Land Development Code regarding lot splits and subdivisions. The agenda also includes several consent items involving grants, construction amendments, and budget adjustments.

• Land Development Code amendment regarding lot splits and subdivision procedures
• $50,000 KABOOM grant application for Provost Park playground equipment
• $12,200 amendment to Patriot Response Group construction at 1058 Grove Avenue
• $310,121 budget amendment for Duke Energy Services
• Reduction of a code enforcement lien for 3629 E Malory Ct. to $3,078.65

City Council

The City Council will consider several grant applications for water main design, vulnerability assessments, and railroad crossing safety. The agenda also includes a request to postpone a zoning map amendment for 301 S. Cocoa Blvd. and a discussion regarding a golf cart study.

• Grant application of $1,200,000 for Pineda Causeway Phase 2 Water Main Design
• Acceptance of a $75,000 FDEP Vulnerability Assessment Planning Grant
• Purchase from Hydra Service, Inc. for lift station pump replacement not to exceed $202,265
• Request to postpone zoning map amendment for 301 S. Cocoa Blvd. to July 9, 2024
• Grant application of $705,000 for W. Highland Drive railroad crossing safety improvements

Diamond Square RDA

The Diamond Square RDA is considering several grant applications for painting and beautification at properties on South Carolina Avenue and Bernard Street. The agency will also discuss budget priorities for the upcoming 2025 fiscal year.

• Paint Grant Program application for 622 South Carolina Avenue (up to $1,000)
• Beautification Grant Program application for 622 South Carolina Avenue (up to $500)
• Paint Grant Program application for 714 Bernard Street (up to $1,000)
• Beautification Grant Program application for 714 Bernard Street (up to $500)
• Feedback on FY 2025 budget planning priorities

Code Enforcement Board

The May 16, 2024, meeting of the Code Enforcement Board contains only procedural items. The board is scheduled to approve the current agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of the May 16, 2024 agenda
• Approval of meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider several zoning requests, including a special exception for a bar or lounge at 638 Brevard Ave. Other items include parking waivers and setback variances for properties on Brevard Avenue and Oxbow Circle. An appeal regarding 430 Cox Rd was postponed, and one stormwater waiver request was withdrawn.

• Special exception for a beer and wine bar at 638 Brevard Ave
• Parking waiver for a barber shop at 638 Brevard Ave
• Setback variance for 638 Brevard Ave
• Front yard setback variance for 3071 Oxbow Circle
• Front yard setback variance for 3081 Oxbow Circle

City Council

The City Council will review a $49 million federal grant application for the construction of a Cocoa Multi-Modal Station. The meeting also includes discussions on rezoning 13 acres at 1600 Flower Mound Lane and increasing contingency funds for a drainage improvement project.

• $49,000,000 grant application for the Cocoa Multi-Modal Station
• Rezoning of 13.34 acres at 1600 Flower Mound Lane
• $1,438,000 contingency increase for Fiske Blvd and Broadmoor Acres drainage project
• Water service agreement between the City of Cocoa and the City of Rockledge
• Land Development Code amendment regarding lot splits and boundary line adjustments

Cocoa Redevelopment Agency

The Cocoa Redevelopment Agency is considering a proposal to begin negotiations with 360 Hospitality Group, LLC for a project at 603 Brevard Ave. The agency will also review a resolution to rebalance the payroll benefit account by $100.

• Negotiations of a Redevelopment Agreement with 360 Hospitality Group, LLC for 603 Brevard Ave
• Resolution to amend the FY 2024 Budget by $100 for Long-Term Disability funding

Planning and Zoning / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider Ordinance 06-2024 to amend the Land Development Code. The proposal includes creating a new article for lot splits and boundary line adjustments, while updating subdivision application requirements and processing procedures.

• Ordinance 06-2024: Establishing Lot Split Process and Amending Subdivision Procedures
• Amendment to Chapter 18 (Subdivisions) to create Article VII regarding Lot Splits and Boundary Line Adjustments
• Changes to subdivision application requirements and processing procedures for Preliminary and Final Plats
• Alterations to security posting requirements for public improvements prior to Final Plat Approval

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget adjustments, including a $73,444 transfer for water treatment support. The agenda also includes a restoration project for the Harry T. Moore Center and various code enforcement lien reductions.

• $73,444 addendum for Jacobs Engineering, Inc. regarding CMMS support
• $277,259.63 agreement with Ovation Construction, Inc. for Harry T. Moore Center restoration
• Ordinance updating city code regarding vehicle impoundment
• Reduction of code enforcement lien at 215 Riverside Dr to $50,000.00
• Reduction of code enforcement lien at 1044 Myrtle Ln to $500.00

Code Enforcement Board

This Code Enforcement Board meeting consists entirely of procedural boilerplate, including agenda approval and next meeting scheduling. No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or public hearings are listed in the provided text. Residents have no substantive items to review for this session.

• No substantive items; agenda lists only procedural approvals and standard public notices.

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board is holding a workshop meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items including the call to order and approval of the agenda.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review the agenda and minutes from February 21, 2024. The meeting includes an appeal regarding a Zoning Verification Letter for 430 Cox Rd. Two other requests for 638 Brevard Ave have been postponed to the next meeting.

• Appeal of a Zoning Verification Letter for 430 Cox Rd
• Postponed: Special Exception request for a bar or lounge at 638 Brevard Ave
• Postponed: Stormwater retention facility waiver request for 638 Brevard Ave

Cocoa Redevelopment Agency

The Cocoa Redevelopment Agency is reviewing several budget amendments and a consultant recommendation. Proposed actions include allocating funds for park bathroom security and building maintenance. The agency will also consider the selection of a firm for the CRA Plan Update.

• $23,931 budget amendment for fencing and electrical at The Amphitheater, Lee Wenner Park, Riverfront Playground, and Oleander Street bathrooms
• $5,000 budget reallocation for building repairs and maintenance
• Recommendation to select a consulting firm for the CRA Plan Update

Diamond Square RDA

The agency will consider a recommendation to approve the CRA Plan Update RFP and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding 2023 accomplishments for a summer enrichment program.

• Recommendation for RFP P-24-04-COC - CRA Plan Update
• Presentation of 2023 Summer Enrichment Program accomplishments
• Review of the CRA Annual Audit Report
• Review of the 2023 CRA Annual Report

City Council

The Cocoa City Council will meet to discuss several municipal items, including the adoption of the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The agenda includes requests for pool repairs at Joe Lee Smith Community Center and a multi-year engineering contract for a water main project.

• Waiving competitive bidding for repairs to the Joe Lee Smith Community Center pool (up to $115,000)
• Engineering services contract with CHA Consulting, Inc. for Pineda Water Main Railroad Crossing ($203,902)
• First reading of Ordinance 5-2024 regarding rezoning at 1600 Flower Mound Lane
• Adoption of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2023
• Budget amendment for a K9 ballistic vest donation ($1,800)

Planning and Zoning / Local Planning Agency

The Cocoa Planning and Zoning Board will consider a zoning map amendment for a +/- 13.34-acre parcel at 1600 Flower Mound Lane, changing its classification from Brevard County RU-2-10 to City RU-2-15 for multiple family dwellings. Members will also vote to elect the board chairperson and approve minutes from the February meeting. The agenda lists attorney reports, staff updates, and sets the next meeting for May 1, 2024.

• Zoning map amendment for +/- 13.34 acres at 1600 Flower Mound Lane (RU-2-10 to RU-2-15)
• Election of the Planning and Zoning Board chairperson
• Approval of minutes from the February 7, 2024 meeting

Police Community Relations Advisory Board

The Police Community Relations Advisory Board will meet at the Cocoa City Council Chambers. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approval of the March 27, 2024, Police Advisory Board meeting agenda

City Council

The City Council will review several municipal contracts, including affordable housing construction and water supply permitting. The agenda also includes public hearings for community service funding and requests to reduce various code enforcement liens.

• Affordable housing construction in Michael C. Blake Subdivision up to $800,000
• HOME Program agreement with Community Housing Initiative, Inc. for $279,799.61
• Taylor Creek Reservoir/St. Johns River water supply permitting task order for $177,844
• SOIRL grant for North Cocoa Blvd and Forrest Ave retention pond for $18,949
• Building Department truck purchase of $48,220

Code Enforcement Board

This meeting consists only of procedural items for the Code Enforcement Board. The board will consider approving the current agenda and previous meeting minutes. No specific code enforcement cases or violations are listed in this agenda.

• Approval of the March 21, 2024, agenda
• Approval of meeting minutes

Diamond Square RDA

The Diamond Square RDA is considering an interlocal agreement and a budget amendment. These actions involve transferring $800,000 to the City of Cocoa's General Fund to complete the construction of five affordable homes in the Michael C. Blake Subdivision.

• Interlocal Agreement for affordable housing construction up to $800,000
• Budget amendment to transfer $800,000 to the City's General Fund
• Construction of five affordable homes in the Michael C. Blake Subdivision

City Council

This meeting is a Council Priorities Workshop for the Cocoa City Council. The agenda consists of procedural items, including the approval of the workshop agenda and minutes.

• Approval of the agenda for the Council Priorities Workshop

City Council

The Cocoa City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including budget amendments for police training and vehicle repairs, a sole-source water equipment purchase, and a $310,488.38 housing disbursement agreement with Brevard County. The council will also approve multi-year construction contracts totaling approximately $8.5 million for utility improvements on Friday Road and Osage/Angelica Streets, which will upgrade local infrastructure. Additionally, the council will hold a public hearing to identify city-owned properties suitable for permanent affordable housing and review an ordinance that would place two residential developments into a county road and bridge tax district.

• Approve Task Order 2024-10 with Atlantic Development of Cocoa, Inc. for Friday Road Utilities Improvements Project at a total cost of $4,413,647.70
• Approve Task Order 2024-09 with Atlantic Development of Cocoa, Inc. for Osage/Angelica Utilities Improvements Project at a total cost of $4,089,123.83
• Hold public hearing to identify city-owned properties for permanent affordable housing under Resolution 2024-XXX
• Approve on first reading an ordinance adding the Winward Preserve and Lakes at Cocoa Grove projects to the Brevard County District 1 Road and Bridge MSTU
• Amend FY24 budget by $13,457 for police active assailant training using Federal Forfeiture funds under Contract #47QSWA19D00AS

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a request to allow a wine bar at 409 Delannoy Ave. A separate request for a senior entertainment arcade at 1050 N Cocoa Blvd has been postponed to a future meeting. The board will also review the current agenda and minutes from January 17, 2024.

• Special exception for a wine bar at 409 Delannoy Ave
• Approval of February 21, 2024 meeting agenda
• Approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The meeting is scheduled as a Council Priorities Workshop. The provided agenda does not list specific ordinances, contracts, or other legislative items for discussion.

• Council priorities workshop

City Council

The council will review ordinances regarding candidate qualifications and vehicle impoundment rules. They will also consider a preliminary subdivision for the Lakes at Cocoa Grove and a zoning change for 301 S. Cocoa Blvd. Additionally, the meeting includes discussion on a police lieutenant contract.

• Ordinance amending candidate qualifications for City Council
• Preliminary subdivision for the Lakes at Cocoa Grove
• Zoning change for 301 S. Cocoa Blvd to Neighborhood Commercial
• Three-year contract with Coastal Florida PBA Lieutenants
• Update to vehicle impoundment rules

Planning and Zoning / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a large-scale site plan and preliminary subdivision for the Lakes at Cocoa Grove. The board will also review a zoning map amendment for 1.39 acres at 301 S. Cocoa Blvd. Additionally, the meeting includes the annual election of the board's chairperson and vice chairperson.

• Large-Scale Site Plan and Preliminary Subdivision for the Lakes at Cocoa Grove
• Zoning Map Amendment for 1.39 acres at 301 S. Cocoa Blvd from C-P to C-N
• Annual Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

Cocoa Redevelopment Agency

The Cocoa Redevelopment Agency is considering two budget amendments. One involves adjusting funds for Special District membership costs, and the other provides funding for an environmental site analysis at 203 Orange Street.

• $336 budget amendment for increased Special District membership costs
• $3,300 budget amendment for Phase I Environmental Site Analysis at 203 Orange Street

Diamond Square RDA

The Diamond Square Redevelopment Agency will review budget amendments for FY 2024. These adjustments address a decrease in Tax Increment Funding revenue and increased payroll-related costs.

• Resolution to amend FY 2024 Budget by $28,774 due to decreased TIF Revenue
• Resolution to amend FY 2024 Budget by $150 for increased payroll-related costs
• Approval of meeting minutes from July, September, October, and November 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including a major pump station replacement at the Jerry Sellers Water Reclamation Facility. The meeting also includes a public hearing for the creation of the Windward Preserve Community Development District and discussion regarding septic-to-sewer conversion on Indian River Drive.

• $10,133,063.00 contract for pump station replacement at Jerry Sellers Water Reclamation Facility
• Public hearing for the establishment of Windward Preserve Community Development District
• $904,197.00 task order to update the Water System Capital Plan
• $299,199.00 task order for Lead and Copper Rule compliance support
• $279,917.00 task order for Banana River Tank Improvements Project

Code Enforcement Board

This meeting agenda contains only procedural items. The board is scheduled to approve the agenda and previous minutes.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review several land use requests, including a stormwater retention waiver for 2705 N Cocoa Blvd. Two other applications regarding parking and accessory structures have been withdrawn.

• Stormwater retention facility waiver request for 2705 N Cocoa Blvd
• Variance request for 2301 Meridian Ave
• Withdrawn: Parking space waiver for CBD-CVO zoning district (Tax Parcel ID 24-36-33-35-11.01)
• Withdrawn: Accessory structure variance for 413 N Indian River Dr

City Council

The Cocoa City Council will review several budget amendments, including a $112,400 allocation for Cocoa Village parking and street parking projects. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance regarding candidate qualifications for City Council and a petition to create the Windward Preserve Community Development District.

• $112,400 budget amendment for Cocoa Village Parking and Street Parking Project
• Task order for PLC replacements at Jerry Sellers Water Reclamation Facility
• Construction of five homes in Michael C. Blake Subdivision
• Ordinance regarding qualifications for City Council candidates
• Petition to establish the Windward Preserve Community Development District

Cocoa Redevelopment Agency

The Cocoa Redevelopment Agency is considering a resolution to amend the FY 2024 budget due to decreased tax increment financing revenue. The Board will also review an evaluation committee recommendation regarding a single proposal for a hotel and residences project at 603 Brevard Ave.

• Resolution to amend FY 2024 Budget by $106,329 due to TIF revenue decrease
• Review of developer proposal for 603 Brevard Ave hotel and residences project
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 2, November 6, and December 4, 2023