Vero Beach public meetings in 2025

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will conduct a public hearing on the site‑plan application submitted by the Vero Beach Museum of Art for a 66,671‑square‑foot museum building at 3001 Riverside Park Drive. The board will review the proposed building height of up to 35 ft, a design flood elevation of 12 ft, parking provisions, and compliance with the Land Development Regulations. The meeting also includes election of officers, approval of prior minutes, and procedural presentations.

• Site‑plan application for a 66,671‑sq‑ft museum building at 3001 Riverside Park Drive (SP24‑000016)
• Proposed building height max 35 ft with a 12‑ft design flood elevation requirement
• Parking plan: 149 total spaces (23 on‑site, 111 off‑site, 85 added to shared lot)
• Design Flood Elevation analysis report submitted; City Engineer expresses concerns about the report and fill amount
• Election of board officers (Chairman and Vice‑Chairman) and approval of October 16, 2025 minutes

The Vero Beach Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved its 2025 Annual Report, which will be submitted to the City Council, after adding a mention of the apartment complex at 3601 Indian River Boulevard. The board also unanimously re-elected Jeb Bittner as Chairman and T.P. Kennedy as Vice Chairman, and approved the November 20, 2025 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included presentations on Sunshine Law and public hearing procedures, and a public comment about Epic Estates' land purchases, which staff clarified is outside city jurisdiction.

• Approved 2025 Annual Report with addition of apartment complex at 3601 Indian River Boulevard (unanimous)
• Re-elected Jeb Bittner as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected T.P. Kennedy as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

General Employee Pension Committee

The General Employee Pension Committee reviewed an investment presentation from Empower Capital Management and evaluated fund performance. The committee voted to place Wellington’s large‑cap value fund on the investment watch list. An actuarial valuation was presented showing the plan’s funded status near 100% and projected to reach 103% by 2027. The meeting also addressed overpayments to deceased pensioners and approved the September 3, 2025 minutes.

• Placed Wellington large‑cap value fund on investment watch list (unanimous approval)
• Reviewed Empower Capital Management investment performance and market outlook
• Received FY24 actuarial valuation indicating funded status approaching 100% and projected 103% by 2027
• Discussed overpayments to deceased pensioners and directed further research
• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes

Historic Downtown Economic Development Zone Committee (EDZC)

The Economic Development Zone Committee will review presentations on downtown streetscape improvements and wayfinding signage, along with updates on downtown projects. The committee will also discuss its role and responsibilities.

• Downtown Streetscape Improvements Presentation
• Wayfinding Signage Presentation
• Downtown Updates
• EDZC Role and Responsibilities Presentation
• Approval of August 18, 2025 minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting unanimously. They voted to recommend that the City Council approve the downtown streetscape improvements project as presented. They also voted to recommend adopting the Family 2 design for the downtown wayfinding signage.

• Approved August 18, 2025 EDZC meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve downtown streetscape improvements project (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council adopt Family 2 wayfinding signage design (unanimous)

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council held a special call/workshop meeting on December 11, 2025. Council members will discuss the city's goals, objectives, and priorities. The agenda also includes standard items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, public comment, and adjournment. No specific decisions or actions are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of goals, objectives, and priorities for the City

The City Council voted 5-0 to approve Change Order #9 for Proctor Construction on the Marina Boat Storage Building. The approval leaves $91,500 remaining in the project budget and adds a 30‑day extension, with completion now expected by mid‑March. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved Change Order #9 for Proctor Construction (5-0 vote)

Code Enforcement Board

The Vero Beach Code Enforcement Board will adopt minutes, elect officers, and hold evidentiary hearings on several citation appeals and non‑compliance reports. Board members will consider requests to find properties in compliance and to cease or assess civil penalties ranging from $50 to $150. Additional compliance reviews will address unpermitted structures and required stormwater maintenance. No unlicensed contractor citations are listed for this meeting.

• Case #24-CE-14203 – Fence and AC enclosure installed without approval at 2405 16th Ave (civil penalty $50)
• Case #25-CE-14956 – Repeat sign violation at 1855 14th Ave (civil penalty $100)
• Case #20-CE-10764 – Stagnant unsecured swimming pool at 3655 Flamingo Drive (initial $50 plus accrued penalties)
• Case #25-CE-14639 – Unpermitted wood accessory building and canopy at 2044 16th St
• Case #25-CE-14711 – Required stormwater retention pond maintenance at 333 17th St

The Code Enforcement Board unanimously appointed Eric Price as Chairman and Stephen McDonald as Vice Chairman. It also approved the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. The Board issued orders finding two Flamingo Drive properties in compliance and directed payment of accrued civil penalties of $100,450 and $80,200 respectively. Additionally, the Board ordered payment of $150 civil penalties for two repeat sign violations.

• Eric Price unanimously appointed Chairman of the Code Enforcement Board
• Stephen McDonald unanimously appointed Vice Chairman of the Code Enforcement Board
• Minutes of the November 12, 2025 meeting approved unanimously
• Board ordered payment of $150 civil penalty for repeat feather‑sign violation (Case #25-CE-14956), unanimous
• Board ordered payment of $150 civil penalty for repeat feather‑sign violation (Case #25-CE-14957), unanimous
• Board found 3655 Flamingo Drive property in compliance, ordered payment of accrued penalties $100,450, unanimous
• Board found 3655 Flamingo Drive property (second case) in compliance, ordered payment of accrued penalties $80,200, unanimous

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to issue a Bond Anticipation Note for water reclamation costs. The body will also vote on several infrastructure contracts and discuss the sunset of a vehicular storage moratorium.

• Proposed $55,000,000 Bond Anticipation Note for a new water reclamation facility
• Bid award to GRSC, Inc. for airport utilities and infrastructure ($854,425.00)
• 27th Avenue Bridge Repair contractor selection ($376,490.00)
• Final payment to Dickerson Infrastructure, Inc. for Contract 242-2024 ($97,001.85)
• Discussion on sunsetting the moratorium for vehicular storage on residential lots

The council voted 5‑0 to adopt a resolution authorizing a $55,000,000 Bond Anticipation Note to finance a new water reclamation plant. It also approved two consent‑agenda items: a $97,001.85 final payment to Dickerson Infrastructure, Inc. and a $376,490.00 contract for the 27th Avenue Bridge repair. In addition, the council unanimously approved the minutes from three prior meetings and adopted the amended agenda.

• Approved $55,000,000 Bond Anticipation Note for water reclamation facility (5‑0)
• Approved final payment $97,001.85 to Dickerson Infrastructure, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved 27th Avenue Bridge Repair bid $376,490.00 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Nov 18 2025 regular council meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Nov 17 2025 organizational meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Nov 25 2025 special call meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted amended agenda (unanimous)
• Presented Lagoon Champion Award to Water & Sewer Department (recognition)

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee will approve the November 3, 2025 minutes, elect officers, and address several new and old business items. New business includes a request to use the island for Wreaths Across America on Dec 23, 2025, a Purple Heart Cane Project presented by Mr. Lloyd Lasenby, and repairs to the Vietnam Veterans Monument. Old business covers the Submariner Veterans Monument dedication and recaps of recent veteran events. The meeting also includes chairman’s matters about Vista Royale information and plans for the July 4, 2026 celebration.

• Request to use the island for Wreaths Across America, Dec 23, 2025
• Purple Heart Cane Project – Mr. Lloyd Lasenby, Dec 2025
• Vietnam Veterans Monument repairs
• Submariner Veterans Monument dedication
• 4th of July 2026 plans

The advisory committee approved the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. John Michael Matthews was unanimously appointed as Chairman. Curtis Paulisin was unanimously appointed as Vice Chairman.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed John Michael Matthews as Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Curtis Paulisin as Vice Chairman (unanimous)

Utilities Commission

The Vero Beach Utilities Commission will approve July 1, 2025 meeting minutes and elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. It will hear three updates from the Water and Sewer Director: the water reclamation facility, the financing schedule and rate study, and the pipeline project. The meeting also includes standard agenda items such as public comment and scheduling the next meeting for February 3, 2026.

• Approval of minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Update on the Water Reclamation Facility – presented by Water and Sewer Director Rob Bolton
• Update on Financing Schedule and Rate Study – presented by Water and Sewer Director Rob Bolton
• Update on the Pipeline – presented by Water and Sewer Director Rob Bolton

The commission unanimously approved the July 1, 2025 minutes after a minor correction. Jane Burton was unanimously appointed Chairman and Peter Dold was unanimously appointed Vice Chairman. No new business was acted upon and the next meeting was set for February 3, 2026.

• Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Jane Burton as Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Peter Dold as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Scheduled next Utilities Commission meeting for Feb 3, 2026

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will adopt an ordinance setting the ad valorem tax levy for fiscal year 2025-2026 at a millage rate of 2.9816 ($2.9816 per $1,000 of assessed value). It will also adopt the annual budget for fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025 and ending September 30, 2026, appropriating funds for operating expenses, supplies, and personnel. The budget includes provisions to amend and carry forward outstanding purchase orders, work orders, and grants, and to authorize fund transfers without increasing total appropriations.

• Ordinance adopting ad valorem tax levy at millage rate 2.9816 ($2.9816 per $1,000 assessed value)
• Ordinance adopting annual budget FY 2025-26, appropriating funds for operating expenses, supplies, and personnel
• Provision to amend budget to carry forward purchase orders, work orders, and grants outstanding as of September 30, 2025
• Provision to amend budget for grants received after September 30, 2025
• Authorization to transfer appropriated funds without increasing total combined appropriations

The council unanimously approved Councilmember John Carroll's remote attendance. It then approved an ordinance correcting a $174,112 (1.25%) under‑statement of ad valorem taxes, leaving the millage rate and total tax levy unchanged. Finally, the council unanimously adopted the annual budget for FY 2025‑2026, appropriating $35,946,860 from anticipated revenue.

• Approved remote attendance for Councilmember John Carroll (5-0)
• Approved ordinance correcting ad valorem tax understatement of $174,112 (5-0)
• Approved annual budget for FY 2025‑2026 with General Fund $35,946,860 (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Special Certificate of Appropriateness application (CS25-000001) to replace an outdoor wood deck and add a wood railing to the Vero Beach Train Station at 2336 14th Avenue. The commission will consider staff recommendations and compliance with historic preservation standards. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Special COA application #CS25-000001 – deck replacement and railing addition at Vero Beach Train Station, 2336 14th Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting
• Public hearing on the COA application
• Public comment period
• Update on historic home survey presented in previous meeting

The commission approved the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It then approved a Special Certificate of Appropriateness for replacing the outdoor wood deck and adding a new wood railing at the Vero Beach Train Station, also unanimously. An amendment was added requiring the railing to be painted grey to match the building, and that amendment passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Special Certificate of Appropriateness for deck replacement and new railing at Vero Beach Train Station (unanimous)
• Amended COA approval to require railing color be grey to match structure (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The board will hold public hearings regarding two site plan applications from the Vero Beach Museum of Art. These include the construction of a new museum building and the expansion of a shared parking lot.

• Site plan for 66,671 square feet art museum building at 3001 Riverside Park Drive
• Site plan for expansion of shared parking lot at 3200 Riverside Park Drive

The Vero Beach Planning & Zoning Board conducted a public hearing on the Vero Beach Museum of Art's 66,671‑sq‑ft site plan at 3001 Riverside Park Drive. Staff presented the plan, flood‑elevation analysis, and parking proposal, and board members asked numerous questions. No vote or formal approval, denial, or postponement was recorded.

Police Pension Board

The Vero Beach Police Officers’ Pension Plan & Trust Fund Board will meet on November 19, 2025 for its quarterly session. The agenda includes approval of the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes, presentation of financial statements for September 30, 2024; December 31, 2024; March 31, 2025; June 30, 2025; and September 30, 2025, and reports from the board custodian, investment consultant, and attorney. A consent agenda will ratify Warrants #94, approve payment Warrant #95, and provide a fund activity update for the period August 14, 2025 through November 12, 2025. New business features an educational session by Geoff Gerber with TWIN Capital Management.

• Ratify invoices (Warrant #94) on the consent agenda
• Approve payment warrant (Warrant #95) on the consent agenda
• Fund Activity Update for Aug 14 2025 – Nov 12 2025
• Educational session by Geoff Gerber with TWIN Capital Management
• Review of financial statements as of Sep 30 2024; Dec 31 2024; Mar 31 2025; Jun 30 2025; Sep 30 2025

The Vero Beach Police Officers’ Retirement Trust Fund Board approved the August meeting minutes and the draft financial statements. It accepted the Class Action Report, approved the updated Investment Policy Statement, and set a long‑term goal to allocate the portfolio equally among Waycross, Winslow, Dana, and TWIN Capital with a performance‑based fee schedule. The Board also approved interviewing DFA and Earnest managers and accepted the Mariner and attorney reports.

• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved draft financial statements, with final version to follow (5‑0)
• Accepted Class Action Report as presented (5‑0)
• Approved the updated Investment Policy Statement (5‑0)
• Approved interview of DFA and Earnest investment managers (5‑0)
• Adopted long‑term allocation to Waycross, Winslow, Dana, and TWIN Capital equally, with performance‑based fee schedule (5‑0)
• Accepted Mariner Institutional quarterly report (5‑0)
• Accepted Sugarman & Susskind attorney report (5‑0)

Fire Pension Board

The Fire Pension Board will review quarterly investment reports from Highland Capital Management, Salem Trust, and Mariner. The board is also scheduled to discuss a draft investment policy statement and approve meeting dates for 2026.

• Investment Review from Highland Capital Management as of September 30, 2025
• Class Action Report from Salem Trust as of September 30, 2025
• Quarterly Report and Draft Investment Policy Statement from Mariner
• Approval of 2026 Meeting Dates

City Council

The City Council will review several consent items, including professional services and lease renewals. The body will also discuss a license agreement for the 2026 Vero Beach Air Show and the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Change Order 2 for Hanson Professional Services, Inc. – Commercial Park Phase 2 ($48,500.00)
• Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant ($5,104.30)
• Commercial Lease Renewal Agreements with Ferrellgas, L.P. and Complete Marine Services of Vero, Inc.
• License Agreement #2025-LA-486 for the 2026 Vero Beach Air Show (April 25 – June 6, 2026)
• 2026 City Council Meeting Schedule

The City Council approved a $48,500 change order for Hanson Professional Services and unanimously approved several other consent‑agenda items. The Commercial Lease Renewal Agreement with Complete Marine Services was approved by a 4‑1 vote. Council members also unanimously appointed Penny Chandler Norris to the Historic Preservation Commission and kept the meeting schedule on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month.

• Approved Change Order 2 to Work Order #18 for Hanson Professional Services ($48,500) (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 3‑B and 3‑C (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda item 2‑A (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda item 2‑D (Commercial Lease Renewal with Ferrellgas) (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda item 2‑E (Commercial Lease Renewal with Complete Marine Services) (4‑1)
• Appointed Penny Chandler Norris to the Historic Preservation Commission (unanimous)
• Continued City Council meetings on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month (agreement)
• Approved the November 4, 2025 City Council minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will certify the recent election results, administer oaths to new council members, and elect a Mayor and Vice Mayor. The meeting also includes public comment and seating assignments. No policy or budget items are on the agenda.

• Certification of election results
• Oath of office for new councilmembers
• Election of Mayor
• Election of Vice Mayor
• Public comment period

The council adopted the resolution certifying the recent election results unanimously. John Cotugno was appointed Mayor by a 3-2 vote. Taylor Dingle was appointed Vice Mayor by a 3-2 vote. Seating assignments for council members were set.

• Adopted resolution certifying election results (unanimous)
• Elected John Cotugno as Mayor (3-2)
• Elected Taylor Dingle as Vice Mayor (3-2)
• Established seating assignments for council members

Code Enforcement Board

The Vero Beach Code Enforcement Board will adopt minutes from the October 8 meeting, consider attorney matters, and review unlicensed contractor citations. In evidentiary hearings the Board will issue a board order for case #25-CE-14734 requiring the property at 2221 Bonita Avenue to correct a shed‑to‑guest‑house conversion within 120 days, with civil penalties of $250 per day thereafter. Additional citation appeals and non‑compliance reports will also be considered.

• Board order for case #25-CE-14734 (2221 Bonita Avenue) – 120‑day compliance deadline, $250 per day civil penalty
• Citation case #24-CE-14115 (1002 20th Place) – $50 civil penalty for unapproved dumpster enclosure
• Citation case #24-CE-14273 (Highway A1A & Azalea Lane) – $100 civil penalty for sign violation
• Fence violation case #25-CE-14438 (1165 28th Street) – failure to comply (no penalty amount listed)
• Vehicle restriction case #25-CE-14777 (1005 25th Street) – $50 civil penalty

The Code Enforcement Board unanimously approved the October 8, 2025 minutes and adopted the agenda as amended. It issued Board Orders requiring RCKV LLC and Judith C. Lewis (via tenant Terry Thompson) to correct their violations within 90 days, with daily civil penalties of $50. Both orders passed unanimously. Several other cases were removed from the agenda after the parties came into compliance or paid penalties.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Board Order: RCKV LLC must correct dumpster enclosure within 90 days; $50/day penalty (unanimous)
• Board Order: Judith C. Lewis/Terry Thompson must correct fence within 90 days; $50/day penalty (unanimous)
• Pulled Case #24-CE-14273 (Sally K. Daley) from agenda (compliance achieved)
• Pulled Case #25-CE-14320 (Mimi & Thomas Howard) from agenda (compliance achieved)
• Pulled Case #25-CE-14438 (Judith C. Lewis) from agenda after Board order issued
• Pulled Case #25-CE-14473 (Chris Bodnar) from agenda (compliance achieved)

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee will discuss two new requests to use the island: one for a Veterans Day observance on November 11, 2025, and another for a Wreaths Across America ceremony on December 23, 2025. The meeting will also review old business items, including the Submarine Veterans Monument dedication and the Red, White and Blue Concert scheduled for November 6, 2025. Public comment and member matters will follow the agenda items.

• Request to use the island for Veterans Day Observance, November 11, 2025
• Request to use the island for Wreaths Across America, December 23, 2025
• Submarine Veterans Monument Dedication (old business)
• MOAA Forum flier (old business)
• Red, White and Blue Concert – November 6, 2025 (old business)

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a bid award of up to $2,000,000 for directional boring of a STEP system, a $994,133.46 contract for 2026 road resurfacing, and approval of utility adjustments related to FDOT road improvements on A1A. The council will also consider two resolutions: one establishing a $5,400 special assessment lien for a septic tank effluent pump at 1466 29th Avenue, and another adopting a code of conduct for elected officials.

• Bid Award 130-25: Directional boring for STEP system, estimated expenditure not to exceed $2,000,000 (FY 25/26 – FY 28/29)
• 2026 Annual Resurfacing contract (Task Order No. 4, Contract No. 220-2023 PW) costing $994,133.46
• Approval of the UWHCA for utility adjustments due to FDOT road improvements on A1A from St. Lucie County Line to Jasmine Lane
• Resolution establishing a $5,400 special assessment lien for a STEP system at 1466 29th Avenue
• Resolution adopting a Code of Conduct for elected officials

The council unanimously approved three consent‑agenda items: a $2 M directional boring contract for the Septic Tank Effluent Pump (STEP) system, a $994,133.46 street resurfacing contract, and a $94,864 utility‑adjustment cost. It also approved a $5,400 special‑assessment lien for a STEP system and adopted a Code of Conduct for elected officials, each by a 5‑0 vote. Finally, the council reached consensus to issue an RFP for employee parking at the airport.

• Approved $2,000,000 directional boring contract for STEP system (unanimous)
• Approved $994,133.46 2026 annual street resurfacing contract (unanimous)
• Approved $94,864 utility‑adjustment cost for FDOT road improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $5,400 special‑assessment lien for STEP system (5‑0)
• Adopted Code of Conduct for elected officials (5‑0)
• Consensus to issue Request for Proposals for airport employee parking

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss new business items regarding local parks. The body is scheduled to review a playground renovation and a potential renaming of a square.

• Pocahontas Park Playground Renovation
• Renaming Leisure Square

The Recreation Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 1 2023 meeting. It voted 2‑1 to approve the Pocahontas Park playground renovation, which has $700,000 funded for FY 25 and another $700,000 for FY 26/27. The commission also unanimously approved a motion directing city staff to develop renaming options for Leisure Square for City Council consideration.

• Approved August 1 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Pocahontas Park playground renovations ($700K FY 25 + $700K FY 26/27) (2‑1)
• Approved staff to prepare Leisure Square renaming options for Council (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Vero Beach Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the renovation of Pocahontas Park Playground and the renaming of Leisure Square. The body will also approve the minutes from a previous meeting.

• Pocahontas Park Playground Renovation
• Renaming Leisure Square
• Approval of August 1, 2023 minutes
• Public Comment period
• Recreation Director's Matters

The Vero Beach Recreation Commission meeting on October 21, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were acted upon or voted on.

Airport Commission

The Vero Beach Airport Commission will discuss a recommendation to adopt a city resolution that creates fees and fines for security badge violations. The meeting also includes updates on the Airport Terminal Building Improvement Project, the Airfield Electrical Upgrade, and the Taxiway B extension. A public advisory on the airport parking lot expansion and possible shuttle service is presented.

• Discussion and request for recommendation to adopt a city resolution on fines for airport security violations
• Public advisory on airport parking lot expansion and consideration of a shuttle service for overflow parking
• Update on Airport Terminal Building Improvement Project awaiting county permits and FAA funding approval
• Airfield Electrical Upgrade Project includes replacement of the rotating beacon light
• Taxiway B extension has not gone out to bid and is awaiting stormwater permits

The Airport Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 8, 2025 meeting. The commission also agreed on the dates for its 2026 meetings: January 23, April 24, July 24, and October 23. No other actions were taken during the session.

• Approved August 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Set 2026 meeting dates: Jan 23, Apr 24, Jul 24, Oct 23 (agreed)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Vero Beach Planning and Zoning Board held a public hearing and voted to approve the Youth Sailing Foundation site plan (#SP24-000017) for a two‑story, 10,453 sq ft recreation center and park at 17 17th Street. The board also noted a separate site plan application from MBV Engineering (#SP25-000005) for a 10‑building, 318‑unit apartment complex at 3601 Indian River Boulevard, which was presented for future consideration. Minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting were approved, and standard procedural items were completed.

• Approval of Youth Sailing Foundation site plan (#SP24-000017) at 17 17th Street
• Presentation of MBV Engineering site plan (#SP25-000005) at 3601 Indian River Boulevard
• Approval of minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period
• Board members reported upcoming meetings and attendance changes

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the October 2, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. A public hearing was held for the MBV Engineering site‑plan application at 3601 Indian River Boulevard, but the board did not take any formal action on the proposal during this meeting.

• Approved October 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $103,000 interlocal agreement for canal cleaning at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex and an agreement to maintain traffic signals. Public hearings will address an ordinance prohibiting camping on private property and a resolution setting fees and rental rates for the regional airport. A resolution will also create a $5,400 special assessment lien for a septic tank effluent pump system at 4215 15th Street. The council will receive reports on the Finance Commission meeting and the "One Water" facility financing timeline.

• Interlocal Agreement with Indian River County for canal cleaning at Jackie Robinson Training Complex – $103,000
• Interlocal Agreement to maintain traffic signals (no dollar amount listed)
• Ordinance creating Chapter 50, Sec. 50‑1, prohibiting camping on private property
• Resolution establishing regulations, fees, and rental rates for Vero Beach Regional Airport use by airlines
• Resolution establishing a $5,400 special assessment lien for a septic tank effluent pump system at 4215 15th Street

The council unanimously approved an ordinance prohibiting camping on private property. It also adopted a resolution establishing regulations, fees, and rental rates for the Vero Beach Regional Airport, passing 5‑0. A special assessment lien of $5,400 for a septic tank system was approved, and the December 11 special‑call meeting time was changed to 6:00 p.m. Consent‑agenda items, including two interlocal agreements and a $400,000 grant acceptance, were also approved unanimously.

• Approved Camping Prohibited on Private Property Ordinance (5‑0)
• Approved Airport Regulations, Fees, and Rental Rates Resolution (5‑0)
• Approved Special Assessment Lien $5,400 for Septic Tank System (5‑0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for Canal Cleaning ($103,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement to Maintain Traffic Signals (unanimous)
• Approved Acceptance of $400,000 FIND grant (unanimous)
• Changed Dec 11, 2025 Special Call meeting time to 6:00 p.m. (agreed)
• Adopted agenda and approved September 23 minutes (unanimous)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will meet to discuss the financing timeline for the Water Reclamation Facility. The body will also receive updates on the city's audit, budget, and fund balance.

• Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Financing Timeline and Discussion
• Audit Update
• Budget Update
• Fund Balance Update
• Quarterly Report Schedule

The minutes consist of coded entries without any readable actions, votes, dollar amounts, or approvals. No items were identified as approved, denied, or tabled. Consequently, no substantive decisions can be reported.

Code Enforcement Board

The Vero Beach Code Enforcement Board will hold evidentiary hearings on several citation violations and vote on board orders to correct the violations. One order will require the property at 1967 36th Avenue to remove unapproved pavers within 14 days or face a $50 per‑day civil penalty. Additional orders will address other unlicensed structures, sign violations, and vehicle/storage infractions.

• Case 25‑CE‑14658: Unapproved pavers at 1967 36th Avenue – $50 civil penalty; board order for 14‑day correction.
• Case 25‑CE‑14734: Detached shed converted to guest house at 2221 Bonita Avenue – failure to comply with zoning and building permits.
• Case 25‑CE‑14761: Untagged vehicle and trailer at 2095 36th Avenue – $50 civil penalty for right‑of‑way violation.
• Case 25‑CE‑14860 & 14861: Sign violations at 1285 16 th Street – $100 civil penalty each (repeat violations).
• Case 25‑CE‑14863: Sign violation at 703 Bahia Mar Road – $50 civil penalty.

The Code Enforcement Board unanimously approved board orders for four separate violations, setting specific compliance periods and daily civil penalties. Each order requires the violator to correct the issue within the allotted days or face a per‑day fine. Two repeat sign‑violation cases were removed from the agenda and no action was taken on them.

• Approved Board Order for 2221 Bonita Ave (Debra F. Smith) – compliance within 120 days, $250/day penalty (unanimous)
• Approved Board Order for 2095 36th Ave (Ann Allard) – compliance within 10 days, $50/day penalty and $50 civil penalty (unanimous)
• Approved Board Order for 1708 Old Dixie Hwy (Station 56 LLC) – compliance within 60 days, $50/day penalty (unanimous)
• Approved Board Order for 703 Bahia Mar Rd (Thomas and Gina Quick) – compliance within 10 days, $50/day penalty and $50 civil penalty (unanimous)
• Pulled repeat sign‑violation case #25-CE-14860 (Treasure Coast Commercial Holdings) from agenda (no action)
• Pulled repeat sign‑violation case #25-CE-14861 (Treasure Coast Commercial Holdings) from agenda (no action)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to review a site plan application for a recreation facility. The board will also address preliminary matters and board member items.

• Site plan application for a two-story, 10,453 square foot recreation community center and park facility at 17 17th Street (#SP24-000017)

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the site‑plan application for the Youth Sailing Foundation to build a two‑story, 10,453 sq ft recreation community center and park at 17th Street. The motion passed 4‑0 with all voting members in favor. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting.

• Approved Youth Sailing Foundation site plan (4-0)
• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee will meet to review updates on sanctuary infrastructure and planning for upcoming commemorative events. The body will discuss the dedication of the Submarine Veterans Memorial and arrangements for Veterans Day.

• Update on concrete sidewalk repairs at the World War II Monument
• Update on the VMI Map
• Review of the Request for Use of Veteran’s Memorial Island Sanctuary form
• Planning for the Submarine Veterans Memorial dedication on October 27, 2025
• Planning for Veterans Day on November 11, 2025

The committee approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. A motion to delete the “Veteran’s Council of Indian River County” section from the Request for Use form also passed unanimously. The City Attorney approved providing each member a $15 challenge coin.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Removed "Veteran’s Council of Indian River County" section from form (unanimous)
• Authorized $15 challenge coin for each committee member (approved by City Attorney)

Marine Commission

The Marine Commission will review updates on the new marina docks, including $955,000 in grant money, a $179,000 FIND grant, and $2 million from the General Fund. Commissioners will hear about demolition starting February 15, 2025, and a projected completion in October, pending a power connection from Florida Power & Light. The meeting also includes a police department marine presentation on a derelict sailboat on South Beach and the status of a police boat slip.

• Marina construction: $955,000 grant, $179,000 FIND grant, $2 M General Fund allocated
• Demolition of old marina building scheduled to begin Feb 15 2025, completion targeted for Oct 2025
• Derelict sailboat on South Beach tagged by FWC; police responded and are monitoring
• Discussion of police boat slip availability and enforcement of anchoring limits
• Three Corners project will add an 80‑90 slip marina as part of future development

The Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the January 24, 2025 meeting. They also unanimously adopted the 2026 quarterly meeting schedule: January 8, April 9, July 9, and October 8.

• Approved Jan 24, 2025 Marine Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 quarterly meeting dates Jan 8, Apr 9, Jul 9, Oct 8 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss creating a new city code chapter to authorize the levy and collection of non-ad valorem special assessments. The meeting also includes several airport infrastructure contracts and updates on downtown revitalization.

• Ordinance to authorize the creation, levy, and collection of non-ad valorem special assessments
• Dickerson Infrastructure, Inc. bid award for Dodger Road Improvements ($303,751.00)
• Hanson Professional Services work order for Runway 12R Connector Taxiway Project ($325,577.00)
• Special assessment lien of $6,500.00 for a septic tank effluent pump system at 1005 26th Street
• Updated rates and fees for the City of Vero Beach Municipal Marina

The Vero Beach City Council approved two ordinances: one clarifying animal restrictions on beaches and another establishing Chapter 67 to allow non‑ad valorem special assessments for projects such as STEP systems. A resolution creating a $6,500 special‑assessment lien for a septic‑tank effluent pump was also approved. Several consent‑agenda items, including design contracts and a $10,665 JAGC program fund, were approved, while the vote on an aeronautical lease was postponed.

• Approved Ordinance amending Chapter 54 (Animal Restrictions) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Ordinance creating Chapter 67 for non‑ad valorem special assessments – vote 5‑0
• Approved Resolution establishing $6,500 special‑assessment lien for STEP system at 1005 26th St – vote 5‑0
• Approved Change Order 1 to Work Order 23 for Hanson Professional Services, $29,973 – unanimous
• Approved Work Order 27 for Hanson Professional Services, $325,577 – unanimous
• Approved Work Order 28 for Hanson Professional Services, $94,500 – unanimous
• Approved Amendment No. 1a to Work Order 9 (reallocation of funds) – unanimous
• Postponed vote on Non‑Commercial Aeronautical Lease Agreement until New Business discussion – unanimous

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will hold a special call meeting on September 16, 2025. Council members will hear public input on two ordinances: one setting the ad valorem tax millage rate of 2.9816 ($2.9816 per $1,000 assessed value) for fiscal year 2025‑2026, and another adopting the city’s operating and capital budget for FY 2025‑2026. The budget ordinance includes appropriations for operating expenses, supplies, personnel, and provisions to carry forward or amend funding for purchase orders, work orders, and grants. After the public hearings, the council will open a public comment period before adjourning.

• Ordinance to levy ad valorem taxes at a millage rate of 2.9816 ($2.9816 per $1,000 assessed value) for FY 2025‑2026
• Ordinance to adopt the FY 2025‑2026 city operating and capital budget, appropriating funds for expenses, supplies, personnel, and mechanisms to carry forward or amend funding for purchase orders, work orders, and grants
• Public comment period following the hearings

The council voted 5‑0 to adopt an ordinance levying ad valorem taxes at a rate of 2.9816 $/1,000 of assessed value for fiscal year 2025‑2026. The council also voted 5‑0 to adopt the city’s annual budget for FY 2025‑2026, authorizing operating expenses, fund transfers and other appropriations. Both actions were approved without opposition.

• Approved ad valorem tax levy ordinance (2.9816 $/1,000 assessed value) – vote 5-0
• Approved annual budget ordinance for FY 2025‑2026 – vote 5-0

Code Enforcement Board

The Board will review several properties for failure to comply with city codes or pay civil penalties. Cases include unpermitted sheds, carports, signs, and fences, as well as right-of-way and maintenance violations.

• Case 25-CE-14334: Unpermitted shed at 60 West Harbor Drive ($50 penalty)
• Case 25-CE-14465: Gravel driveway compliance at 2355 De Soto Avenue ($100 penalty)
• Case 25-CE-14540: Dumpster enclosure maintenance at 1705 10th Avenue ($50 penalty)
• Case 25-CE-14658: Unpermitted driveway pavers at 1967 36th Avenue ($50 penalty)
• Case 25-CE-14764: Sign violation at 1955 41st Avenue ($100 penalty)

The Code Enforcement Board unanimously adopted the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting and approved the agenda after several cases were removed. It then issued Board orders finding violations continued and setting compliance deadlines ranging from 14 to 90 days, with a $50 per day civil penalty for each case. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted minutes of Aug 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted amended agenda after case removals (unanimous)
• Board order for Pyh Investment LLC (case 25-CE-14658): 14‑day compliance, $50/day penalty, $50 initial penalty due (unanimous)
• Board order for 1925 Investment LLC (case 25-CE-14696): 30‑day compliance, $50/day penalty, initial penalty paid (unanimous)
• Board order for Security Building LLC (case 25-CE-14743): 45‑day compliance, $50/day penalty, initial penalty paid (unanimous)
• Board order for Norul Islam (case 25-CE-14808): 90‑day compliance, $50/day penalty, initial penalty paid (unanimous)

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will consider a consent agenda item paying $64,483 to Grove Welders for Softening Tank No. 4 repairs. It will also vote on four resolutions creating $5,400 special assessment liens for septic tank effluent pump systems at 1425 29th Avenue, 1926 38th Avenue, 2046 31st Avenue, and 3715 16th Street. Additional public‑hearing notices will be announced for marina rates, park animal restrictions, and a new chapter on non‑ad valorem special assessments.

• Softening Tank No. 4 Repairs Final Pay – Grove Welders ($64,483)
• Resolution: $5,400 special assessment lien for septic pump at 1425 29th Avenue
• Resolution: $5,400 special assessment lien for septic pump at 1926 38th Avenue
• Resolution: $5,400 special assessment lien for septic pump at 2046 31st Avenue
• Resolution: $5,400 special assessment lien for septic pump at 3715 16th Street

The council unanimously approved the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted the amended agenda. It also approved the consent agenda, including a $64,483 payment for Softening Tank No. 4 repairs. Four separate resolutions establishing $5,400 special assessment liens for septic tank effluent pump systems at 1425 29th Ave, 1926 38th Ave, 2046 31st Ave, and 3715 16th St were each approved 5‑0.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, including $64,483 Softening Tank No. 4 repair (unanimous)
• Approved $5,400 special assessment lien for 1425 29th Ave (5‑0)
• Approved $5,400 special assessment lien for 1926 38th Ave (5‑0)
• Approved $5,400 special assessment lien for 2046 31st Ave (5‑0)
• Approved $5,400 special assessment lien for 3715 16th St (5‑0)

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the fiscal year 2025-26 operating budget and set the millage rate for property taxes. The budget outlines anticipated revenues and expenditures for city operations, including personnel, supplies, and capital projects. The council will also direct the city attorney to file code enforcement lien foreclosures for a property at 1215 Spanish Lace Lane.

• Levy of ad valorem taxes at 2.9816 mills ($2.9816 per $1,000 assessed value) for FY 2025-26
• Adoption of the FY 2025-26 annual budget with appropriations for operating expenses, supplies, and personnel
• Authorization to amend the budget to carry forward funding for outstanding purchase orders, work orders, and grants
• Direction to file code enforcement lien foreclosures for 1215 Spanish Lace Lane (cases 18-CE-9257 and 23-CE-13167)
• Budget includes separate funds for stormwater, water & sewer, airport, marina, and solid waste operations

The council voted 5‑0 to adopt an ad valorem tax levy for FY 2025‑2026 at a millage rate of 2.9816 per $1,000 of assessed value. It also voted 5‑0 to adopt the annual budget for FY 2025‑2026, correcting scrivener’s errors. The crime analyst position was noted as not included in the budget, with no action taken on it.

• Approved ad valorem tax levy at 2.9816 millage rate (5-0)
• Approved FY 2025‑2026 annual budget with scrivener’s error correction (5-0)
• Authorized discussion of quarterly budget reports at future finance commission meeting (5-0)
• Authorized placement of wish‑list staffing positions on upcoming agenda (5-0)

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss updates regarding the island's concrete sidewalks and map. The session also includes a discussion on ceremonies.

• Concrete sidewalk update
• VMI map update
• Discussion on ceremonies

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. It agreed to retain the five‑hour limit on island use requests and to have staff obtain additional timeline details for any request longer than five hours. The next advisory committee meeting was scheduled for October 1, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Retained 5‑hour island use limit; staff to request extra details for longer requests
• Set next meeting for October 1, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.

General Employee Pension Committee

The General Employee Pension Committee will discuss an investment review from Empower Capital Management and the FY24 actuarial valuation. The body is also considering the restructuring of the Core Bond / PGIM Fund.

• Empower Capital Management Investment Review
• FY24 Actuarial Valuation
• Restructuring of Core Bond / PGIM Fund

The committee approved the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It approved an agenda addition to address Empower’s overpayments to deceased pensioners, also unanimously. Finally, the committee placed Wellington’s large‑cap value fund on the investment watch list, with a unanimous vote.

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda addition on overpayments to deceased pensioners (unanimous)
• Placed Wellington’s large‑cap value fund on investment watch list (unanimous)

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will hold a regular meeting to act on several items, including amendments to golf cart and low-speed vehicle street designations, reimposition of stormwater service assessments, and acceptance of $350,000 in state funds for police computer system upgrades. The consent agenda includes easements for Florida Power & Light and a commercial lease renewal with Skyborne Airline Academy.

• Amend golf cart and low-speed vehicle street designations (Chapter 74, Article VI)
• Reimpose stormwater service assessments for Fiscal Year 2025-26
• Accept $350,000 state grant for Vero Beach Police Department computer system replacement
• Grant electric easements to Florida Power & Light for Riverside Theatre and Airport North Ramp
• Renew commercial lease with Skyborne Airline Academy, Inc.

The City Council unanimously approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting and the consent agenda items, including a $350,000 state grant for the police CAD system. A motion to approve the Commercial Lease Renewal Agreement with Skyborne Airline Academy, Inc. passed 4‑1. The ordinance amending the golf‑cart and low‑speed vehicle regulations was adopted unanimously.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items A‑D, including $350,000 state grant (unanimous)
• Approved Commercial Lease Renewal Agreement with Skyborne Airline Academy, Inc. (4‑1)
• Approved amendment to Ordinance No. 2024‑07 on golf carts and LSVs (5‑0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss an update on the Historic Home Survey. A draft report from Chronicle Heritage identifies 335 historic buildings in the Downtown, McAnsh Park, Royal Park, and Vero Isles neighborhoods.

• Draft report recommending 4 properties for National Register of Historic Places listing: 2636 Paloma Drive, 2731 Carissa Drive, 2205 Cortez Avenue, and 2150 Cordova Avenue
• Survey of 335 historic buildings constructed before 1975
• Approval of March 20, 2025 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The commission received an update on the historic home survey conducted by Chronicle Heritage, but no further action was taken. Members discussed potential future grant funding for the survey, which will be decided later.

• Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will decide on a site plan for a new 31,056 sq ft wastewater treatment plant at 2515 Airport North Drive and recommend zoning changes for the Three Corners Waterfront District. Both items follow public hearings and staff recommendations.

• Approve 31,056 sq ft wastewater treatment plant expansion at 2515 Airport North Drive (#SP24-000012)
• Amend zoning code to create Three Corners Waterfront Districts and update signage, residential and nonresidential use standards
• Approve gopher tortoise relocation permits for the wastewater plant project
• Public hearing on conditional use for First Presbyterian Church sanctuary rebuild at 520 Royal Palm Boulevard (#SP25-000003)
• No changes to June 5, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Board voted 5‑0 to approve the conditional use and site plan submitted by BGE, Inc. for First Presbyterian Church to rebuild a 14,382‑sq‑ft sanctuary and expand overflow parking at 520 Royal Palm Boulevard. The approval includes conditions such as a 20‑foot landscape buffer and a request to review relocation of the existing crosswalk. Earlier, the board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous
• Approved Conditional Use and Site Plan for First Presbyterian Church (520 Royal Palm Blvd) – 5‑0 vote

Fire Pension Board

The Vero Beach Fire Pension Board will meet to approve minutes, hear quarterly investment reports from Highland Capital Management, Salem Trust, and Mariner, and discuss new business including an actuarial valuation report and expected annual rate of return. The board will also review the 2024 annual report, proposed 2025-2026 budget, and a legal update.

• Quarterly investment review from Highland Capital Management as of June 30, 2025
• Class action report and annual verification letters update from Salem Trust as of June 30, 2025
• Quarterly report from Mariner as of June 30, 2025
• October 1, 2024 Actuarial Valuation Report by Gabriel, Roeder, Smith
• Proposed 2025-2026 budget

The Fire Pension Board unanimously approved the May 21, 2025 minutes and authorized a portfolio rebalance selling $140,000 of Domestic Equity and $140,000 of International Equity to fund the PIMCO Diversified Income Bond Fund. The board also accepted the October 1, 2024 actuarial valuation and approved the advisors' recommendation of a 6% expected annual rate of return. A motion to approve the annual report once completed was also passed unanimously.

• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized rebalance: sell $140,000 Domestic Equity and $140,000 International Equity, add proceeds to PIMCO Diversified Income Bond Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted October 1, 2024 actuarial valuation report (unanimous)
• Accepted 6% expected annual rate of return recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved future approval of the annual report once completed (unanimous)

Police Pension Board

The Board of Trustees will review financial statements from September 2024 through June 2025 and an October 2024 actuarial valuation report. The body is scheduled to discuss the proposed 2025-2026 budget and set meeting dates for 2026.

• Proposed 2025-2026 budget
• Financial statements for periods ending 9/30/24, 12/31/24, 3/31/25, and 6/30/25
• October 1, 2024 actuarial valuation report
• Ratification of warrants #92 and #93
• Quarterly investment report as of June 30, 2025

The Police Officers’ Retirement Trust Fund Board approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting and the October 1, 2024 actuarial valuation report. It set the assumed investment return rate at 7.15% and authorized a $3 million rebalancing of assets into a PIMCO diversified fund. The Board also adopted the updated Summary Plan Description, accepted the Salem Trust and Mariner Institutional reports, and approved the proposed 2025‑2026 budget. All motions passed unanimously (4‑0).

• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved October 1, 2024 actuarial valuation report (4-0)
• Declared investment return rate of 7.15% for the next year (4-0)
• Authorized $1M moves from Winslow, $1M from Harding Loevner, and $1M from cash into PIMCO diversified fund (4-0)
• Approved Summary Plan Description and removal of outdated investment managers (4-0)
• Accepted Salem Trust report as presented (4-0)
• Accepted Mariner Institutional quarterly report as presented (4-0)
• Approved proposed 2025-2026 budget (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years 2026-2030. The discussion focuses on long-term funding and expenditures for infrastructure, vehicles, and public works.

• Stormwater Maintenance and Improvement project totaling $3,930,000
• Humiston Boardwalk replacement estimated at $4,750,000
• Stormwater Culvert Replacements annual budget of $250,000
• Annual street resurfacing budget of $1,000,000
• Vehicle lease-purchases for VBPD and Public Works

Historic Downtown Economic Development Zone Committee (EDZC)

The Economic Development Zone Committee is meeting to review a proposed five-year capital plan based on the Downtown Revitalization Action Strategy. The committee will discuss these projects to provide a recommendation to the City Council.

• Proposed FY25-26 Five-Year Capital Improvement Program
• Downtown Wayfinding Program: $200,000 total project cost
• 14th Avenue Streetscape Improvements: $100,000 total project cost
• Downtown Lighting & Security: $133,299 total project cost
• SR60 Enhanced Streetscape: $20,000 total project cost

The Economic Development Zone Committee voted to approve the August 26, 2024 meeting minutes, with all members in favor. The committee discussed downtown safety, police response to homeless encampments, the upcoming night‑shift officers approved by City Council, and the $150,000 budget for a downtown wayfinding signage program. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved August 26, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Board

The Vero Beach Code Enforcement Board will hold evidentiary hearings on appeals for citations issued for sign violations and zoning infractions. The board will also review cases of non-compliance with city zoning approvals and building permits, including civil penalties for repeat violations.

• Appeal of CASE #25-CE-14347: Right-of-way violation at 2011 Balboa Avenue
• Appeal of CASE #25-CE-14683: Sign violation at Coquina Lane and Highway A1A
• Non-compliance review for CASE #25-CE-14359: Unapproved brick pavers at 606 Conn Way
• Failure-to-comply cases with civil penalties: CASE #25-CE-14444 ($50), CASE #25-CE-14491 ($50), CASE #25-CE-14644 ($250)
• Repeat sign violations at 2064 Atlantic Boulevard (CASE #25-CE-14673, CASE #25-CE-14700)

The Code Enforcement Board adopted the July 9, 2025 minutes and the amended agenda unanimously. It found a right‑of‑way violation at 2011 Balboa Avenue, ordered correction within 90 days and set a $50 per day continuing civil penalty. It also affirmed a $500 civil penalty for an unauthorized sign at Coquina Lane and Highway A1A.

• Adopted July 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Board order: violation at 2011 Balboa Ave continues; corrective action required within 90 days; $50/day penalty thereafter (unanimous)
• Board order: $500 civil penalty for sign violation at Coquina Lane & Highway A1A to be paid (unanimous)
• No unlicensed contractor citations reported

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will vote on ordinances amending land development regulations, including the creation of a new Three Corners Waterfront District, and a ban on public camping. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with contracts totaling over $7.3 million.

• Stormwater flow control valve purchase ($157,732)
• Ordinance amending zoning for Three Corners Waterfront District
• Ordinance prohibiting public camping on city property
• Public Transportation Grant Agreement with FDOT
• Construction engineering services contract ($1,129,584)

The council unanimously approved a comprehensive amendment to the Land Development Regulations that creates new Three Corners Waterfront districts. It also adopted a zoning map change for the same area, a public camping prohibition ordinance, a code‑enforcement update, and a transportation grant resolution. Consent‑agenda items for a stormwater valve ($157,732), JAGD funds ($2,525) and FMIT health‑insurance ($7,276,830) were approved unanimously.

• Approved Stormwater Flow Control Valve purchase for John’s Island Water Management ($157,732) (5‑0)
• Accepted JAGD Program Funds ($2,525) (5‑0)
• Approved FMIT Health Insurance estimate ($7,276,830) (5‑0)
• Approved Land Development Regulations amendment creating Three Corners Waterfront districts (5‑0)
• Approved Official Zoning Map amendment rezoning 17th St Bridge area to Three Corners districts (5‑0)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting public camping and sleeping on public property (5‑0)
• Approved ordinance updating City code‑enforcement process (5‑0)
• Approved resolution authorizing FDOT grant for 41st Ave culvert repair (5‑0)

Airport Commission

The Vero Beach Airport Commission will review the Airport Director’s report, including a public advisory on parking lots and a proposed resolution to set fines for airport security violations. The meeting also covers ongoing capital projects like the Terminal Building renovation and Taxiway B rehabilitation.

• Discussion and potential adoption of a resolution on fines for airport security violations
• Public advisory on Airport Parking Lots
• Terminal Building renovation project (underway, completion expected December 2025)
• Taxiway B rehabilitation project (construction pending)
• New ARFF vehicle delivered June 27, 2025, now operational

The Vero Beach Airport Commission approved the minutes from the January 17, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other motions or votes were recorded. The commission discussed ongoing projects, the new firetruck, and possible security‑violation fines, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

• Approved January 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee will discuss a request to use the Island for a Celebration of Life on September 3, 2025. The body will also review a revised map of the Island.

• Request from Stephanie Reynolds to use the Island for a Celebration of Life on September 3, 2025
• Discussion of revised map for the Island

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee approved the July 2, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also unanimously approved Stephanie Reynolds' request to use the island for a Celebration of Life on September 3, 2025. Finally, the committee unanimously approved the revised island map, keeping the Submarine Veterans monument separate and wording it “Submarine Veterans.”

• Approved July 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved use of the Island for a Celebration of Life on September 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved revised island map with independent Submarine Veterans monument (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a two-day budget workshop to review the proposed annual budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The sessions include reviews of the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and the setting of a tentative millage rate.

• Review of General Fund revenues and departmental budgets including Police and Public Works
• Review of Enterprise Funds: Water & Sewer, Airport, Marina, and Solid Waste
• Setting of tentative millage rate
• Retiree benefits review
• Review of Historic Downtown Vero Beach Economic Development Zone (EDZ) and Cemetery Fund

City Council

The City Council is conducting a two-day budget workshop to review the proposed 2025-2026 annual budget. The sessions include reviews of the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and the setting of a tentative millage rate.

• Review of General Fund revenues and departmental budgets including Police and Public Works
• Review of Enterprise Funds: Water & Sewer, Airport, Marina, and Solid Waste
• Setting of tentative millage rate
• Retiree benefits review
• Discussion of Historic Downtown Vero Beach Economic Development Zone (EDZ) funds

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding code enforcement, police retirement funds, and public camping prohibitions. The body is also deciding on zoning map amendments for the Three Corners area and several special assessment liens.

• Zoning change of 33.72 acres at Indian River Blvd and 17th Street Bridge to Three Corners districts
• Hanson Change Order 1 to Work Order 22 for $130,500.00
• Special assessment lien of $48,650.00 for roof installation at 1215 Spanish Lace Lane
• Ordinance prohibiting public camping and sleeping on public property
• Four special assessment liens of $5,400.00 each for STEP systems at various addresses

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including a $130,500 Hanson Change Order and a license agreement for non‑exclusive use of city property with the Rotary Club. It also voted 5‑0 to adopt three ordinances: amendments to the Police Officers’ Retirement Fund, updates to the Code Enforcement process, and extensive changes to the Land Development Regulations creating the Three Corners Waterfront District. All actions were recorded as passed without opposition.

• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Hanson Change Order $130,500.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Rotary Club license agreement for non‑exclusive use of city property (unanimous)
• Approved Police Officers’ Retirement Fund amendment (5-0)
• Approved Code Enforcement process amendment (5-0)
• Approved Land Development Regulations amendments creating Three Corners Waterfront District (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a financial assessment for the City of Vero Beach Marina. The discussion focuses on a 50-year cash flow model, updated capital costs, and financing options for Phase II construction.

• Proposed $13 million commercial loan at 5% to complete Phase II
• Total capital outlays estimated at $25,923,811
• Phase II scope includes replacing and expanding moorings and three major docks
• Existing Phase I City loan of $6.1 million at 1%
• Proposed increase in annual dock rates from $15 to $20 per foot per month by FY2029

Council members and staff presented a detailed pro forma for the Marina Phase II expansion, including cost estimates, loan options, and projected cash flows. The discussion clarified that the City does not intend to sell the Marina and explained the Enterprise Fund purpose. No formal motions, approvals, or vote tallies were recorded during the workshop.

Code Enforcement Board

The Board will conduct evidentiary hearings for several citation appeals and review non-compliance reports. The meeting includes cases regarding sign violations and unpermitted installations.

• Sign violation appeals for Dale Sorensen Real Estate, Inc. at 6th Avenue and 19th Place and Beachland Boulevard and Highway A1A
• Non-compliance hearing for Dawn Alerassool regarding an unpermitted brick paver mailbox at 646 Catalina Street
• Non-compliance hearing for Ksv Family Holdings LLC regarding a landscape plan at 3919 20th Street
• Non-compliance hearing for Croce Giambanco and The Noodle House regarding an unpermitted banner and business tax receipt at 4166 Atlantic Boulevard
• Review of unpaid $50.00 civil penalties for cases at 646 Catalina Street and 3919 20th Street

The Code Enforcement Board adopted the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The board also adopted an amended agenda after pulling three cases that had come into compliance, also by unanimous vote. No final decision was recorded on the sign‑violation appeal presented by Dale Sorensen Real Estate.

• Adopted June 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted amended agenda after pulling three cases (unanimous)

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee will consider two requests to use the island for memorial events. The body will also review minutes from the June 4, 2025, meeting.

• Request from Treasure Coast Submarine Veterans for the Submarine Veterans Memorial Dedication on October 27, 2025
• Request from Mary Christine Kane for an Honor Guard Memorial Service on August 18, 2025

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved the use of the island for the Submarine Veterans Memorial dedication on Oct. 27, 2025 and for an Honor Guard Memorial Service on Aug. 18, 2025. The committee also approved a thank‑you letter to the Sexton family.

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Submarine Veterans Memorial dedication on Oct. 27, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Honor Guard Memorial Service on Aug. 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved thank‑you letter to Sexton family (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Aug. 6, 2025

Utilities Commission

The Utilities Commission will meet to receive updates from the Water and Sewer Director. Discussions will focus on the Water Reclamation Facility, the pipeline, and fluoride.

• Update on the Water Reclamation Facility
• Update on the Pipeline
• Update on Fluoride

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. No new business was introduced. Members received updates on the Water Reclamation Facility, pipeline progress, and the shutdown of fluoride, but no decisions or votes were made on those items.

• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a grant agreement to replace a hangar roof and discuss the implementation of a new ethical code of conduct for councilmembers. The body will also review the impact of the Florida Boater Freedom Act on marine patrol and potential residential parking regulation changes.

• Grant agreement with Florida Department of Transportation to Replace Hangar Roof
• Class I Injection Well System Mechanical Integrity Testing Change Order 2 ($95,775.00)
• Disbursement of JAGC Program Funds ($10,665.00)
• Proposed Code of Conduct for City Councilmembers
• Potential revisions to Section 74-82 regarding vehicle restrictions on private property

The council adopted a resolution authorizing the city to enter a FDOT grant agreement to replace airport hangar roofs, with an $800,000 state grant and $200,000 from the airport budget. The consent agenda items for a $95,775 well‑system test change order and a $10,665 JAGC fund disbursement were also approved. Minutes from the June 10 meeting and the meeting agenda were adopted unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 10, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda: Change Order 2 for Class I Injection Well System MIT ($95,775) (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda: Disbursement of JAGC Program Funds ($10,665) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution to enter FDOT Public Transportation Grant for airport hangar roof replacement ($800,000 grant, $200,000 city share) (5‑0)

Code Enforcement Board

The board will hold evidentiary hearings for various code violations, including unpermitted fences and signage. The meeting also includes a proposal to amend the city's code enforcement process to increase efficiency.

• Proposed ordinance to amend Article VII of the City Code to clarify and streamline the code enforcement process
• Hearing for 1025 Beachland Boulevard regarding dog-friendly dining without a permit and a $50.00 unpaid penalty
• Hearing for 615 Azalea Lane regarding the removal of three palm trees without a permit and a $500.00 unpaid penalty
• Review of multiple accessory structure violations at 611 E. Causeway Boulevard with daily penalties ranging from $50.00 to $200.00
• Hearing for 535 Point Lane regarding unpermitted pavers, synthetic turf, and a putting green

The Code Enforcement Board reviewed a sign‑violation case (Case #25‑CE‑14449) involving EXP Realty. A motion to lower the $100 fine to $50 was moved by Mr. McDonald and seconded by Mr. Pizzichillo. No vote tally or final decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Motion to reduce fine to $50 moved (no vote recorded)
• Motion seconded by Mr. Pizzichillo (no vote recorded)

City Council

The City Council will review the 2022-2023 Independent Auditors Report and discuss the need for a comprehensive financial and operating systems upgrade. The body will also consider several contracts and a property lien foreclosure.

• DeLoach Industries, Inc. proposal #2025-1324.1 for $263,089.00
• Contraband Forfeiture Fund purchase for $10,010.00
• Electric easement grant to Florida Power & Light at 3060 Airport West Drive
• Award recommendation for RFP No. 210-24/RT regarding dispatch and law enforcement software
• Direction on lien foreclosure for the Schlitt property

The City Council unanimously approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting and adopted the agenda with the proposed revisions. The council also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a $263,089 contract with DeLoach Industries, a $10,010 purchase for the Contraband Forfeiture Fund, and an electric easement grant to Florida Power & Light.

• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda with revisions (unanimous)
• Approved DeLoach Industries contract $263,089 (unanimous)
• Approved Contraband Forfeiture Fund purchase $10,010 (unanimous)
• Approved electric easement grant to Florida Power & Light (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will consider a site plan to expand the city's water treatment facility and a proposal to create new waterfront districts. The meeting includes a legislative review of land development regulations and a zoning map amendment for properties near the 17th Street Bridge.

• Site plan for a new wastewater treatment reclamation plant and administration building (31,056 sq ft) at 2515 Airport North Drive
• Ordinance to create Three Comers Waterfront Districts and amend land development regulations
• Zoning change from M-Industrial to TR-1 and TC-2 for 17.38 acres at Indian River Blvd and 17th Street Bridge
• Zoning change to TC-3 for 16.34 acres at Indian River Blvd and 17th Street Bridge

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting unanimously. It then approved the site‑plan application for the City of Vero Beach Water and Sewer Department to expand the wastewater treatment facility at 2515 Airport North Drive, with a 5‑0 vote. The approval includes a condition that the gopher‑tortoise relocation permit be kept on file in the Planning Department.

• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Water Treatment Facility site plan (5-0) with permit‑file condition

General Employee Pension Committee

The General Employee Pension Committee will meet to review investment performance with Empower Capital Management. The body will also discuss overpayments made to deceased retirees and ongoing service issues with Empower.

• Empower Capital Management Investment Review
• Deceased Retiree Overpayment discussion
• Continuation of discussion on Empower service issues

The committee approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously and adopted the agenda as presented. Empower Capital Management presented its investment review, and the committee will discuss fund options at the next meeting. The committee decided to assign a new client service manager and a dedicated senior analyst to the Empower account. The city attorney will bring an updated SPD to the next meeting.

• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Assigned new client service manager to Empower account
• Assigned dedicated senior analyst to case processing
• Attorney to bring updated SPD to next meeting

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a request for site use on November 2, 2025. The body will also receive updates on the installation of the Ship’s Bell and the Submarine Veterans Monument.

• Request to use the Island by Mrs. Michele Dale, American Gold Star Mothers of Indian River County, Inc. for November 2, 2025
• Update on the installation of the Ship’s Bell
• Update on the installation of the Submarine Veterans Monument
• Recap of the Memorial Day Ceremony

The committee unanimously approved the corrected minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting. Members agreed to move Public Comment to follow Old Business on future agendas. A unanimous motion approved the use of Veterans Memorial Island for the American Gold Star Mothers Walk‑a‑Thon on November 2, 2025. The Mary Snyder Golf Tournament scheduled for June 14, 2025 was reported cancelled.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (corrected) – unanimous
• Agreed to place Public Comment after Old Business on agenda – unanimous
• Approved use of the Island for American Gold Star Mothers Walk‑a‑Thon on Nov 2, 2025 – unanimous
• Cancelled Mary Snyder Golf Tournament scheduled for June 14, 2025

City Council

The City Council will consider proposals regarding the rental of accessory dwelling units and the implementation of a city communications plan. The body will also review a resolution on government spending efficiencies and an ordinance regarding city logos.

• Ordinance to add new logos for the Water & Sewer Department and Vero Beach Regional Airport
• Resolution supporting government efforts to identify unnecessary spending and create efficiencies
• Discussion on allowing rental of accessory dwelling units
• Discussion on short-term and long-term communications plan and position
• Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Guarantee Maximum Price No. 3 Award

The City Council unanimously approved the May 13 meeting minutes and adopted the agenda. It also approved a consent agenda granting an electric easement to Florida Power & Light. The council adopted an ordinance adding new logos for the Water & Sewer Department and the Vero Beach Regional Airport by a 5‑0 vote, and adopted a resolution supporting state efforts to identify unnecessary spending by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as written (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda granting electric easement to Florida Power & Light (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance adding new Water & Sewer and Airport logos (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting government efficiency and spending review (5-0)

Police Pension Board

The Board of Trustees will review financial statements from December 2024 and March 2025. Members will discuss the status of contributions, an updated DROP application, and the renewal of the fiduciary liability policy.

• Review of financial statements as of December 31, 2024 and March 31, 2025
• Discussion of funding letter and status of contributions
• Approval of invoices for ratification (Warrant #90) and payment (Warrant #91)
• Review of updated DROP Application
• Fiduciary liability policy renewal

The Vero Beach Police Officers’ Retirement Trust Fund Board approved the February meeting minutes and the consent agenda unanimously. They also voted 4‑0 to grant Matt Harrelson authority to vote on behalf of the Board and to renew the fiduciary liability insurance policy as presented.

• Approved February 19, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda invoices (4-0)
• Approved Matt Harrelson authority to vote for the Board (4-0)
• Approved fiduciary liability policy renewal (4-0)

Fire Pension Board

The Vero Beach Fire Pension Board will review quarterly reports from Salem Trust, Highland Capital Management, and Mariner, including a class action settlement update and investment performance. The board will also discuss a premium tax distribution update and receive an audit status letter from the state.

• Quarterly reports from Salem Trust, Highland Capital Management, and Mariner
• Class Action Report update from Salem Trust ($142.88 settlement)
• Premium Tax Distribution Update – GRS Consulting
• Audit Update – Letter from State
• Rebalancing domestic equity portfolio recommendation ($275,000) from Mariner

The board unanimously approved the February 19, 2025 meeting minutes. It amended the agenda to discuss New Business before Quarterly Reports without opposition. A motion was passed allowing Terry Zokvic and Heather McCarty to advance the premium‑tax distribution process. The board approved Lisa Burnham as the city’s permanent Finance Director and hired an Assistant Finance Director and a Comptroller.

• Approved February 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to discuss Item 6 before Item 5 (no opposition)
• Approved motion allowing Terry Zokvic and Heather McCarty to move premium‑tax distribution forward (unanimous)
• Appointed Lisa Burnham as permanent Finance Director (approved)
• Hired Assistant Finance Director (approved)
• Selected Comptroller for Finance Department (approved)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution regarding public-private partnerships and a special meeting to review the Marina Building Program. The body will also vote on several consent items, including a signal replacement project and a janitorial services contract.

• St. Lucie Ave./26th St. Signal Replacement ($115,720)
• Indemnity Agreement amendment with Corporate Air, Inc. for Vero Beach Regional Airport
• Contract for Professional Janitorial Services (RFP No. 010-25/SB)
• Landscape Restoration MOU between the Estuary HOA and COVB
• Interlocal Agreement for the Humiston Beach Boardwalk Project

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 22 regular and special‑call meetings. Items on the consent agenda—including a landscape MOU, a $115,720 signal replacement on St. Lucie Ave/26th St, and a janitorial services contract—were approved unanimously, as was a license agreement for the “Drown Zero” safety project. The council voted 4‑0 to remove and then approve Resolution Item #4B‑5, the First Amendment to the indemnity agreement with Corporate Air.

• Approved April 22 regular council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 22 special‑call council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items A‑C (landscape MOU, $115,720 signal replacement, janitorial services contract) (unanimous)
• Approved License Agreement for ‘Drown Zero’ Project (unanimous)
• Removed Resolution Item #4B‑5 from the table (4‑0)
• Approved First Amendment to the Indemnity Agreement with Corporate Air (4‑0)

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee will discuss a request from Richard Smith to use the island for a Memorial Walk. The body will also review plans for the Memorial Day Ceremony and provide updates on several monument projects.

• Request by Richard Smith for a Memorial Walk and spreading of ashes on May 23, 2025
• Planning for the Memorial Day Ceremony
• Discussion regarding Sergeant Wiggin's Bronze Star Award
• Update on WWII Monument ship's bell and meditation garden installation
• Update on Vietnam War Memorial green border repairs

The advisory committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved spreading the ashes of Ernest and Lee Smith in the water around the island. It also unanimously approved the use of the island for the Memorial Day ceremony on May 26, 2025. The new island sign will be moved to the other side of the street.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved ash‑spreading for Ernest and Lee Smith in island water (unanimous)
• Approved Memorial Day ceremony on May 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved moving the new island sign to the opposite side of the street (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts and public works projects. The meeting includes votes on signal replacements, pavement preservation, and special assessment liens for septic systems.

• 14th Ave./21st St. Signal Replacement contractor selection ($773,135.50)
• 2025 Pavement Preservation Task Order No. 3 ($619,846.10)
• Littoral Floating Mats contractor selection ($130,785.89)
• Special Assessment Liens of $5,400.00 each for septic systems at 2012 14th Drive and 2148 31st Avenue
• Resolution to seek Attorney General’s opinion on City Charter vs. Live Local Act

The council unanimously approved several consent‑agenda contracts, totaling more than $1.5 million, such as a $773,135.50 signal replacement on 14th Ave./21st St. and a $619,846.10 pavement preservation task order. It also approved a resolution to install artistic wraps on traffic signal boxes at 14th Ave. and State Road 60 (5‑0). Three special‑assessment lien resolutions for $5,400 septic‑pump systems were each approved (5‑0). The council appointed alternate members to the Marine Commission, Code Enforcement Board, and Historic Economic Development Zone Advisory Committee (each 5‑0).

• Approved 14th Ave./21st St. signal replacement contract $773,135.50 (unanimous)
• Approved Littoral Floating Mats contract $130,785.89 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Pavement Preservation Task Order No. 3 $619,846.10 (unanimous)
• Approved artistic wraps on traffic signal boxes at 14th Ave. & SR 60 (5‑0)
• Approved special‑assessment lien $5,400 for septic pump at 2012 14th Dr (5‑0)
• Approved special‑assessment lien $5,400 for septic pump at 2148 31st Ave (5‑0)
• Appointed Ms. Jessa Valentine as alternate Marine Commission member (5‑0)
• Appointed Mr. Randall Dehmer and Ms. Sarah Garner as alternates on Code Enforcement Board (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to evaluate proposals for the Three Corners Project. The council will conduct closed-door interviews with two firms: Clearpath Services and The Blue at Vero Beach LLC, then reconvene publicly. The meeting is closed under Florida law for discussion of competitive proposals.

• Closed interviews with Clearpath Services (2:30-3:15 p.m.) and The Blue at Vero Beach LLC (3:30-4:15 p.m.)
• Meeting is a special session focused solely on the Three Corners Project proposals

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss interviews and select a firm for the Three Corners Project. Public comment will be taken before the selection vote.

• Discussion of interviews for the Three Corners Project proposals
• Selection of a firm for the Three Corners Project

On April 22, 2025, the Vero Beach City Council held a special meeting to review the two proposals for the Three Corners project. Council members affirmed they had not been contacted or influenced by either proposer. The City Manager outlined the upcoming negotiation phases and the need for a ballot selection, but no vote or formal decision was recorded during this meeting.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a site plan application from VB Hotel 1 LLC to build a four-story, 73,249-square-foot hotel at 3800 Aviation Boulevard. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from its March 6, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on site plan SP24-000014 for a four-story, 73,249 sq ft hotel at 3800 Aviation Boulevard

The Planning and Zoning Board met on April 17, 2025 to hold a quasi‑judicial hearing on a site‑plan application submitted by VB Hotel 1 LLC for a four‑story, 73,249 sq ft hotel at 3800 Aviation Boulevard. Staff presented a report recommending approval subject to conditions, noting the project complies with the Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Regulations, and has FAA clearance. The board discussed parking, height, and future out‑parcel use, but the minutes do not record a vote or final decision on the application.

Miscellaneous

The CAD/RMS Mobile Data Services Evaluation Committee is meeting to discuss interviews. The body will make a recommendation for the award of the contract.

• Discussion of interviews and recommendation for award regarding CAD/RMS mobile data services

Utilities Commission

The Utilities Commission will meet to receive an update on the Water Reclamation Facility and hold a discussion regarding fluoride in the water supply. These items are listed as old business for the commission's consideration.

• Update on the Water Reclamation Facility
• Discussion on fluoride in the water supply

The Utilities Commission approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting, incorporating a single correction to the reference of the Hospital District and TCCH. No new business was presented. The Commission received an update on the Water Reclamation Facility and related stormwater project, but no motions or votes were recorded on that item.

• Approved March 4, 2025 Utilities Commission minutes with one correction (motion passed)

Miscellaneous

The CAD/RMS Mobile Data Services Evaluation Committee will meet to interview a single firm, SmartCop, for mobile data services. The interview portion of the meeting is closed to the public under Florida law. No decisions or other business are on the agenda.

• Closed interview with SmartCop for CAD/RMS mobile data services

Miscellaneous

The Evaluation Committee meets to interview one firm, ProPhoenix, regarding CAD/RMS mobile data services. The interview portion is closed to the public per Florida statute. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Interview of ProPhoenix for CAD/RMS mobile data services (closed session)

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee will review a full-size proof of a new sign for the island and receive updates on the installation of a ship's bell, the Vietnam War Veterans Day event, and the Submarine Veterans proposed monument. No new business items are listed; the meeting is primarily updates and discussion.

• Review full-size proof of new 2x3-foot red-white-blue sign listing prohibited activities
• Update on installation of the ship's bell
• Recap of Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29
• Update on Submarine Veterans proposed monument (approved at prior meeting, pending City Council)

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. The committee also unanimously approved proceeding with the creation and installation of a new full‑size sign for the island. The committee approved the proposed Submarine Veterans monument, which the City Council had approved at its prior meeting, and Public Works staff can pour the cement slab when ready. No other business was acted upon.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved creation of new island sign (unanimous)
• Approved Submarine Veterans monument (Council also approved)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a building expansion for the Riverside Theatre. Members are also deciding on zoning changes for city property and updates to the public records policy and economic development plan.

• Zoning change from P-2 to P-3 for 22.96 acres at 3001 and 3250 Riverside Park Drive
• Public hearing for 5,803 SF building expansion and two loading docks for Riverside Theatre
• Final payments to i2 Visual, Inc. ($23,324.55) and Accurate Power and Technology, Inc. ($10,769.37)
• Special assessment liens of $5,400.00 each for STEP systems at 1415 22nd Avenue and 2750 14th Street
• Reconsideration of Ordinance #2025-02 regarding vehicle restrictions on residential properties

The council approved the March 11 meeting minutes and the amended agenda. It also approved final payments to i2 Visual, Inc. ($23,324.55) and Accurate Power and Technology, Inc. ($10,769.37), the Specialized Aeronautical Service Operator lease with Patterson‑Vero LLC, and a monument request for Veterans Memorial Island. A public hearing was held for a Riverside Theatre expansion, but no council decision was recorded.

• Approved March 11, 2025 City Council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved final payment to i2 Visual, Inc. $23,324.55 (unanimous)
• Approved final payment to Accurate Power and Technology, Inc. $10,769.37 (unanimous)
• Approved SASO lease agreement with Patterson‑Vero LLC (unanimous)
• Approved request for monument on Veterans Memorial Island (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on Riverside Theatre 5,803 SF expansion; staff recommended approval but council did not vote

Three Corners Site Evaluation Committee

The Three Corners Site Evaluation Committee meets to interview two firms—Clearpath Services and The Blue at Vero Beach LLC—regarding redevelopment and operation of the Three Corners site. The interviews are conducted in closed session as allowed by Florida law, with the meeting reopening for discussion afterward. The committee may decide on next steps after the interviews.

• Interview of Clearpath Services at 9:00 a.m.
• Interview of The Blue at Vero Beach LLC at 12:30 p.m.
• Closed session per F.S. 286.0113(2)(b)1 for both interviews
• Public discussion of interviews after closed portion

Miscellaneous

The CAD/RMS Mobile Data Services Evaluation Committee will meet to interview a single firm, Motorola Solutions, in a closed session as permitted by Florida law. No other business is scheduled beyond the call to order and adjournment.

• Closed-door interview with Motorola Solutions for CAD/RMS mobile data contract
• Meeting held under Florida statute 286.0113(2)(b)1 for proprietary discussions

Miscellaneous

The Professional Janitorial Services Evaluation Committee will discuss and rank proposals received for janitorial services, then select firms to invite for interviews. This is a procedural meeting to evaluate bids and move the procurement process forward.

• Discussion and ranking of submitted janitorial service proposals
• Selection of shortlist of firms to interview

Historic Preservation Commission

The meeting is largely procedural, with the commission set to approve minutes from January 16, 2025. The only substantive item is an update on the ongoing Historic Home Survey under old business. No new business, rezonings, or financial decisions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 16, 2025
• Update on the Historic Home Survey

The commission voted to approve the minutes of the January 16, 2025 meeting, with all members in favor. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Jan 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Architectural Review Commission

The commission will continue its review and selection of decorative light fixtures for the citywide LED conversion process. Following prior discussions, they are expected to make final decisions on fixtures for residential districts (Mockingbird Drive, Dolphin Drive, Riomar Bay) and commercial areas, contingent on seeing sample fixtures.

• Selection of 'Traditional Carriage' fixture for most residential districts, contingent on recessed design to minimize uplighting
• Selection of 'Vizcaya' fixture for Riomar Bay, contingent on recessed design
• Selection of 'Teardrop' or Holophane 'Bern' fixture for commercial districts (Miracle Mile, Azalea Lane, Airport Drive), pending sample review
• Commission will review sample fixtures before final approval
• Discussion of dark sky compliance and light pollution concerns

The Architectural Review Commission approved three types of decorative light fixtures for the citywide LED conversion, covering commercial, residential, and ornamental (Riomar) districts. The motion passed unanimously, with an amendment specifying the Vizcaya King light for ornamental fixtures and frosted glass for all. The commission also discussed its limited role in reviewing new developments, with a councilmember agreeing to review the commission's responsibilities.

• Approved three light fixture types for citywide LED conversion (unanimous)
• Amended motion to use Vizcaya King light for ornamental fixtures (unanimous)
• Agreed on frosted glass for all selected fixtures (unanimous)
• Approved January 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Miscellaneous

The CAD/RMS Mobile Data Services Evaluation Committee will meet to discuss and rank proposals received for mobile data services, and then shortlist firms to interview. This is a procedural step in selecting a vendor for the city's computer-aided dispatch and records management system. No specific proposals or dollar amounts are identified in the agenda.

• Discussion and ranking of proposals for mobile data services
• Selection of shortlisted firms to interview
• Meeting is open to the public with ADA accommodations available

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will conduct evidentiary hearings on multiple code violations, including an unpermitted wood fence at 2125 35th Avenue, vehicle restrictions at 1616 40th Avenue, sign violations at 2332 20th Avenue, and an unpermitted shed at 1766 31st Avenue. They will also consider a request to find a property in compliance and cease penalties for an illicit discharge case at 1945 41st Avenue, and address old business regarding a Land Development Code violation at 2915 Aviation Boulevard.

• Citation appeal for wood fence installed without zoning approval or building permit at 2125 35th Avenue (Case #25-CE-14367)
• Two vehicle restriction violations at 1616 40th Avenue with unpaid $50 civil penalties (Cases #25-CE-14283 and #25-CE-14376)
• Two sign violations at 2332 20th Avenue with unpaid $50 civil penalties (Cases #25-CE-14304 and #25-CE-14357)
• Shed installed without approval at 1766 31st Avenue with failure to comply and unpaid $50 civil penalty (Case #25-CE-14374)
• Request to find property in compliance and cease continuing penalties for illicit discharge at 1945 41st Avenue (Case #24-CE-14210)

The Code Enforcement Board heard an appeal from Dennis Loughran regarding a $50 civil penalty for installing a wood fence without a permit. The board found a violation existed, noted it was corrected, and ordered payment of the $50 penalty (6-1). The board also issued orders for unpaid penalties in several other cases, including vehicle and sign violations, and held fines in abeyance for a long-running landscaping case.

• Found violation in case #25-CE-14367, ordered $50 penalty payment (6-1)
• Ordered $50 penalty payment for vehicle restriction violation at 1616 40th Ave (unanimous)
• Ordered $50 penalty payment for vehicle restriction violation at 1616 40th Ave, gave 60 days to correct or $50/day penalties (unanimous)
• Ordered $50 penalty payment for sign violation at 2332 20th Ave (unanimous)
• Ordered $50 penalty payment for second sign violation at 2332 20th Ave (unanimous)
• Ordered $50 penalty payment for sign violation at 25 Park Ave (unanimous)
• Found property in compliance, ceased penalties as of Feb 5, 2025, ordered payment of accrued penalties in case #24-CE-14210 (unanimous)
• Held fines in abeyance from May 2, 2023 to Jan 29, 2025, no fines due in case #23-CE-13078 (unanimous)

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee will consider a request from the Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County to use the sanctuary on November 15, 2025, and discuss recognizing Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29. In old business, the committee will review final design and location details for a proposed Submariners monument, hear updated ideas for a Navy SEALs monument, and review wording for a new sign. The committee previously approved the Submariners monument concept in February.

• Request from Alzheimer & Parkinson Association to use Veterans Memorial Island on November 15, 2025
• Discussion of Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29
• Review final design and location for proposed Submariners monument
• Navy SEALs monument ideas and location discussion
• Review design ideas and wording for a new sign on the island

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee approved a Submarine Veterans monument, recommended a new sign design, and approved two event applications. The Submarine Veterans monument was approved unanimously and will now go to City Council for final approval. The committee also approved the use of the Island for the Indian River County Victims' Rights Coalition ceremony and the Alzheimer & Parkinson Association's Walk to Remember.

• Approved Submarine Veterans monument for Veterans Memorial Island (unanimous)
• Approved Indian River County Victims' Rights Coalition use of Island on April 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Alzheimer & Parkinson Association Walk to Remember on November 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved February 5, 2025 minutes as corrected (unanimous)
• Agreed to review a proof of the new 2x3-foot sign before final production

City Council

The City Council will vote on consent agenda items including a $117,558 change order for replacement wells, a $506,117 resurfacing contract, and a commercial lease with Coppola Partners LLC. Two public hearings are scheduled: one to rezone city parkland at 3001 and 3250 Riverside Park Drive from P-2 to P-3, and another to amend residential parking restrictions. Council will also discuss new business items such as a strategic communications plan, a possible joint meeting with Sebastian, renaming Leisure Square, reassessing the marina business model, and financial system upgrades. An update on succession planning is on the old business agenda.

• Change order for Replacement Wells No. 2, 8, 9, 25 and C2 – deduct $117,558.08
• 2025 Annual Resurfacing task order – $506,116.79
• Commercial lease agreement with Coppola Partners LLC
• Public hearing: Zoning map change from P-2 to P-3 for 22.96 acres at 3001 and 3250 Riverside Park Drive
• Public hearing: Amend Chapter 74 parking restrictions on residential properties

The Vero Beach City Council approved the Immigration and Nationality Act Section 287(g) Memorandum of Agreement with ICE by a 3-2 vote, despite concerns from some members about home rule and vagueness. The council also advanced a rezoning of Riverside Park property to P-3 zoning to a second public hearing, and approved a resolution supporting a FIND grant application for the marina dry storage building. Additionally, an ordinance amending residential parking restrictions was approved, allowing RVs in front yards up to four times per calendar month for 48-hour periods.

• Approved ICE 287(g) Memorandum of Agreement (3-2)
• Advanced Riverside Park rezoning (P-2 to P-3) to second hearing (5-0)
• Approved residential parking ordinance allowing RVs 4 times/month for 48 hours (5-0)
• Approved FIND grant resolution for marina dry storage (5-0)
• Approved personnel rule change for police tuition reimbursement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including well replacement change order and road resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved commercial lease with Coppola Partners LLC (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss an ordinance amending Land Development Regulations. The proposal specifically updates the appraisal requirement for the privilege fee associated with right-of-way abandonment.

• Public hearing for an ordinance amending Chapter 70 (Subdivisions) regarding right-of-way abandonment privilege fee appraisals

The Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved an ordinance amending Chapter 70 of the Land Development Regulations to require an MAI appraisal to determine the privilege fee for right-of-way abandonments. The change updates the appraisal requirement from using property appraiser data to a market-based MAI appraisal, with costs passed to applicants. The ordinance will be transmitted to the City Council for final approval.

• Approved ordinance updating appraisal requirement for right-of-way abandonment privilege fee (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Volunteered board member to sit on Indian River County School Concurrency Citizens Oversight Committee

General Employee Pension Committee

The General Employee Pension Committee will discuss an investment review from Empower Capital Management and a quote for an actuarial study regarding a potential increase in the annual COLA from 1% to 2%. The committee will also continue discussions on service issues with Empower.

• Quote for Actuarial Study on Annual 2% COLA (vs 1%)
• Empower Capital Management Investment Review
• Discussion on Empower service issues

The committee approved the December 2024 meeting minutes and adopted the agenda. They reviewed the Empower investment report, noting a -1% Q4 return and 11% one-year return, and discussed potential fund changes. They also discussed obtaining an actuarial study on the cost of a 2% vs. 1% COLA, with clarification on how it applies to retirees. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved December 4, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented
• Discussed potential replacement of Times Square Small Cap Growth fund with Emerald Fund
• Discussed actuarial study on 2% vs 1% COLA cost impact
• Postponed discussion on Empower service issues due to absence of Kathy Taube

Utilities Commission

The Vero Beach Utilities Commission will discuss two new business items: a chicken raising facility on Route 60 and fluoride treatment. The chicken facility discussion focuses on waste handling concerns for the Indian River Lagoon. The commission will also receive a Sunshine Law presentation from the city attorney.

• Discussion on waste handling at a chicken raising facility on Route 60
• Discussion on fluoride treatment
• Sunshine Law presentation by City Attorney
• Approval of January 7, 2025 meeting minutes

The Utilities Commission discussed the fluoridation of the city's water supply, hearing from both proponents and opponents, but took no formal action. The commission voted unanimously to hold a special meeting in April to continue discussions on fluoride and other pending items. The minutes of the January 7, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved January 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting in April to discuss fluoride and other items (unanimous)

Three Corners Site Evaluation Committee

The Three Corners Site Evaluation Committee will meet to discuss and rank proposals submitted for the redevelopment of the Three Corners site. No specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda. The meeting includes only discussion and ranking of proposals before adjournment.

• Discussion and ranking of redevelopment proposals for the Three Corners site

The Evaluation Committee ranked Clearpath as the top proposer for the Three Corners site, with The Blue at Vero Beach second. The ranking was based on scores from the committee and guidance from consultants Stantec and PFM. Interviews with the proposers are scheduled for March 31, 2025, followed by a public meeting to discuss final results.

• Ranked Clearpath as the number 1 proposer and The Blue at Vero Beach as number 2 for the Three Corners redevelopment.
• Scored proposals across five criteria: vision, development team, financial plan, qualitative partnership factors, and transactional factors.
• Used consultant scores from Stantec and PFM as guidance, with the committee assigning final points.
• Scheduled interviews with proposers for March 31, 2025, and a public meeting afterward to discuss final results.
• Agreed to email questions to the project manager for clarification before the next meeting.

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including a $245,700 work order for the Humiston Boardwalk replacement. Public hearings are scheduled for resolutions authorizing a FDOT grant for taxiway construction and establishing special assessment liens for septic systems at three properties. New business includes discussions on infrastructure recommendations and succession planning for key city positions, and old business includes a progress report on recreation capital improvement projects.

• Humiston Boardwalk Replacement Work Order 7 ($245,700)
• Resolution authorizing FDOT grant for Extend Taxiway B Construction (FDOT #449951-1-94-01)
• Three resolutions establishing special assessment liens for STEP septic systems: 1575 30th Ave ($5,400), 2056 31st Ave ($5,400), 1435 38th Ave ($11,490)
• Resolution urging Florida Legislature to enact public records exemption for municipal clerks and code enforcement employees
• Future public hearings: zoning map amendment for Riverside Park Drive properties (March 11 & 25) and parking restrictions amendment (March 11)

The City Council unanimously supported the city manager's efforts to complete the delayed FY 2022/2023 audit by May 15, 2025, after the finance director was fired for failing to submit it. The council also approved several routine items, including a lease assignment, a boardwalk work order, and multiple special assessment liens. A resolution authorizing the city manager to issue checks was approved, and the council canceled its March 25 meeting to attend Legislative Action Days.

• Approved motion supporting city manager's audit completion plan (5-0)
• Approved lease assignment with Bridgeton Real Fund and Avipipe LLC (5-0)
• Approved Humiston Boardwalk work order, removing lifeguard stand design (5-0)
• Approved FDOT grant for Taxiway B construction (5-0)
• Approved three STEP system liens ($5,400, $5,400, $11,490) (5-0)
• Approved resolution urging public records exemption for municipal clerks (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing city manager to issue checks (5-0)
• Canceled March 25 meeting, rescheduled April meeting to April 1 (5-0)

Police Pension Board

The Police Pension Board will hold a quarterly meeting to approve minutes, receive financial statements and investment reports, discuss retirement processing, and consider invoices and fund activity updates.

• Approval of November 20, 2024 quarterly meeting minutes
• Review of financial statements as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2024
• Quarterly investment performance report from Dana Investment Advisors and Mariner Institutional
• Update on plan restatement from plan attorney
• Discussion of retirement processing

The Vero Beach Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund board voted to engage with Taurus, a private equity firm, with a recommended commitment of $1.5 million. The board also approved authorizing the chairman to allow Foster & Foster to pay out 80% of estimated benefit calculations upon separation to speed up retirement payouts. Minutes from the November 2024 meeting and the consent agenda were approved, and assets were transferred to the R&D account.

• Approved minutes from November 20, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to allow Foster & Foster to pay 80% of estimated benefit upon separation (4-0)
• Approved transfer of assets to R&D account (4-0)
• Approved engagement with Taurus with $1.5M commitment (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including invoices and fund activity (4-0)

Fire Pension Board

The Fire Pension Board will meet to elect a Chairman and Secretary/Treasurer. The board will also review quarterly investment and class action reports from Highland Capital Management, Salem Trust, and AndCo Consulting.

• Election of Chairman and Secretary/Treasurer
• Investment Review from Highland Capital Management as of December 31, 2024
• Class Action Report from Salem Trust as of December 31, 2024
• Quarterly Report from AndCo Consulting as of December 31, 2024
• Update to Salem Trust Signature Authorization List

The Vero Beach Fire Pension Board unanimously approved a motion to rebalance its domestic equity portfolio by selling $275,000, with proceeds directed to the R&D account and a letter of direction issued to Salem Trust. The board also re-elected Terry Zokvic as Chairman and Henry Losey as Secretary/Treasurer, and approved the November 20, 2024 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Re-elected Terry Zokvic as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected Henry Losey as Secretary/Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rebalancing domestic equity, selling $275,000 (unanimous)

Board Of Building Appeals

The Board of Building Appeals will meet to elect officers and consider an appeal from Lauer Enterprises LLC. The applicant is challenging a Building Official's decision requiring an automatic sprinkler system at 3418 Ocean Drive.

• Appeal Case #A25-00001: Automatic Sprinkler System requirement at 3418 Ocean Drive
• Election of Board Chairman and Vice Chairman

The Board of Building Appeals denied the appeal by Lauer Enterprises LLC regarding the requirement for an automatic sprinkler system at 3418 Ocean Drive. The board voted 3-1 to uphold the Building Official's decision, determining that the conversion of an office to a residential unit in a mixed-use building falls under the Florida Building Code, which requires sprinklers for R-3 occupancies. The property owner argued that Florida Statutes exempt single-family residences from sprinkler requirements, but the board sided with the Building Official's interpretation.

• Approved minutes of January 9, 2012 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Bryant Jenks as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected John Genoni as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Denied appeal A25-000001, upholding sprinkler requirement (3-1)

Code Enforcement Board

At this meeting, the Code Enforcement Board will hold an evidentiary hearing on a citation appeal for tree removal without a permit (case 24-CE-14029) at 601 Causeway Boulevard East. They will also hear an unlicensed contractor citation (case 24-CE-14279) at 1050 Old Dixie Highway. Additionally, the board will review compliance reports for cases involving landscaping, driveway permit, weeds, roof repairs, an inoperable vehicle, an unpermitted fence, and unauthorized garage conversion. They will also consider requests to find properties in compliance and cease continuing civil penalties.

• Citation appeal for tree removed without a permit at 601 Causeway Boulevard East (Case #24-CE-14029)
• Unlicensed contractor citation at 1050 Old Dixie Highway (Case #24-CE-14279)
• Failure to pay $100 civil penalty for driveway permit violation at 2736 Atlantic Boulevard (Case #24-CE-14254)
• Three violations at 1415 35th Avenue: weeds, roof repairs, inoperable vehicle – each with $50 civil penalty (Cases #24-CE-14263, 14264, 14265)
• Garage conversion without permits at 1933 23rd Avenue – request to end penalties and order payment (Case #20-CE-11290)

The Board issued a 45-day order for 1050 Old Dixie LLC to submit a complete demolition or rebuild permit packet, with $100/day penalties starting the day after the original compliance date of March 30, 2024, if not corrected. In a separate case, the Board ordered the violator at 601 Causeway Boulevard East to submit an After the Fact Permit for tree replacement with mitigation costs not exceeding $10,000, plus enforcement costs, or face the $40,992.50 fine. The Board also continued a case for Complete Marine Services to the March meeting and stayed continuing penalties. Three cases were pulled from the agenda after compliance or payment was reported.

• Approved 45-day compliance order for 1050 Old Dixie LLC, $100/day penalties from March 30, 2024 if not met (unanimous)
• Approved order for 601 Causeway Blvd East: After the Fact Permit, tree replacement, mitigation up to $10,000, plus enforcement costs, or $40,992.50 fine (unanimous)
• Continued Complete Marine Services case to March meeting, staying continuing penalties (unanimous)
• Approved 14-day compliance order for weeds at 1415 35th Ave, $50/day penalties from Jan 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 60-day compliance order for roof repairs at 1415 35th Ave, $50/day penalties from Jan 27, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 14-day compliance order for inoperable vehicle at 1415 35th Ave, $50/day penalties from Jan 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Found property at 1933 23rd Ave in compliance as of Jan 16, 2025, ceasing penalties Jan 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• No action on waiving $50 penalty for First Choice Healthcare LLC sidewalk case

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a FEMA grant agreement for Hurricane Milton recovery, an FAA grant for terminal building rehabilitation, and an FDOT grant for taxiway construction. They will also consider special assessment liens for septic pump systems at three properties. A joint meeting with the county commission is proposed to discuss lifeguards, recreational boat ramp, and lagoon health. Additionally, the council will hear progress reports on recreation capital projects and discuss golf cart ordinance enforcement.

• $50,000 historic resource survey grant (consent agenda)
• $120,000 contract with The Brand Advocates (consent agenda)
• $5,400 special assessment liens for STEP systems at three properties (1870 35th Ave, 1836 38th Ave, 1432 27th Ave)
• FEMA grant for Hurricane Milton (no dollar amount stated)
• Proposed joint meeting with Indian River County Commission on lifeguards, boat ramp, and lagoon health

The Vero Beach City Council approved a consent agenda including a $50,000 historic resource survey grant, a $120,000 branding contract, and a $68,000 change order for softening tank repairs. It also approved four resolutions establishing special assessment liens for septic system improvements and authorized agreements for FEMA Hurricane Milton funding, FAA terminal rehabilitation, and an FDOT taxiway extension (the latter was tabled for a future meeting). The council directed the city manager to schedule a joint meeting with the county commission and agreed to discuss fluoride treatment at the next Utilities Commission meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including $50,000 historic survey grant, $120,000 branding contract, $68,000 change order (unanimous)
• Approved special assessment lien for STEP system at 1870 35th Ave (5-0)
• Approved special assessment lien for STEP system at 1836 38th Ave (5-0)
• Approved special assessment lien for STEP system at 1432 27th Ave (5-0)
• Approved FEMA subaward agreement for Hurricane Milton (5-0)
• Approved FAA grant agreement for terminal rehabilitation (5-0)
• Tabled FDOT taxiway extension agreement to Feb 25 meeting
• Approved request for Attorney General opinion on Old Nursery RFP (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on a site plan for a 2,800-square-foot mortgage office with four drive-thru teller lanes at 2800 20th Street (MidFlorida Credit Union) and a zoning map amendment for two parcels at 3001 and 3250 Riverside Park Drive to change from P-2 to P-3 park district. The board will also discuss potential residential parking restrictions in the city code. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Site plan for 2,800 sq ft mortgage office and four drive-thru teller lanes at 2800 20th Street (SP23-000002)
• Zoning map amendment for 22.96 acres at 3001 and 3250 Riverside Park Drive from P-2 to P-3 park district (225-000001-MAP)
• Discussion on residential parking restrictions in the city code

The Vero Beach Planning and Zoning Board approved a site plan for a 2,800-square-foot mortgage office with four drive-thru teller lanes at 2800 20th Street, voting 5-0. The board also approved a zoning map amendment to reclassify 22.96 acres of Riverside Park from P-2 to P-3, also 5-0. Both items will proceed to the City Council for final action. The board discussed but took no action on proposed residential parking restrictions for RVs and trailers.

• Approved site plan for MidFlorida Credit Union mortgage office and drive-thru lanes (5-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment for Riverside Park from P-2 to P-3 (5-0)
• Approved January 16, 2025 meeting minutes as corrected (unanimous)

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee will meet on February 5, 2025, to discuss a bell donation from the Sexton Family, continue review of proposed monuments from Submarine Veterans and Navy SEALs, and review design/wording for a new island sign. The Chairman will also recognize Bronze Star Medal recipient Sergeant Stephan Max Wiggins.

• Dedication of a bell for the island from the Sexton Family
• Submariners proposed monument and location
• Navy SEALs proposed monument ideas and location
• Review design ideas and wording of a new sign for the island
• Recognition of Bronze Star Medal recipient Sergeant Stephan Max Wiggins

The Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary Advisory Committee unanimously approved the concept of a monument honoring Submarine Veterans, with final details on location and inscription to be determined. They also unanimously approved the concept of a Navy SEAL frogman monument, with more design details to follow. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final approval.

• Approved concept of Submarine Veterans monument (unanimous)
• Approved concept of Navy SEAL frogman monument (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will hold a special workshop meeting to discuss the downtown area, led by Planning Director Jason Jeffries, and to address selected discussion points requested by Councilmember John Carroll. The meeting includes a public comment period. No formal votes or ordinances are scheduled.

• Discussion of downtown development and planning
• Selected discussion points requested by Councilmember John Carroll
• Public comment period

The City Council held a workshop to discuss downtown revitalization following the defeat of a referendum. Council members heard presentations on options including a Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and a Business Improvement District (BID), and discussed short-term projects like lighting and landscaping. The only formal action taken was a motion, passed 5-0, directing staff to prepare an action plan for downtown next steps.

• Approved motion to have staff draft downtown action plan (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including beach cleaning contracts ($116,100 total) and a commercial lease assignment. Public hearings include resolutions authorizing a $1.57M fleet vehicle lease-purchase agreement, a FDOT grant for airport terminal parking lot improvements, abandoning a 5-foot easement at 635 Iris Lane, establishing a $5,400 STEP system lien, and supporting hands-free cell phone legislation. Council members will receive progress reports on the Water Reclamation Facility, airport projects, marina projects, and FEMA structural evaluations from Hurricane Milton.

• Resolution to purchase fleet vehicles via lease-purchase agreement ($1,571,098.50)
• Consent agenda: emergency extension of beach cleaning contract ($28,500) and new beach cleaning services ($87,600)
• Resolution for FDOT grant amendment for Terminal Parking Lot at airport
• Resolution to establish a special assessment lien for STEP system at 2856 Potilla Avenue ($5,400)
• Progress reports on Water Reclamation Facility, airport, marina, and FEMA structural evaluations

The Vero Beach City Council approved several resolutions, including a $1.57 million lease-purchase for 29 fleet vehicles (19 police, 10 public works), an amended FDOT grant for airport parking expansion (adding 113 paved and 40 grass spaces), and a $5,400 special assessment lien for a septic system. They also approved a resolution supporting hands-free cell phone legislation and a consent agenda including beach cleaning contracts. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $1,571,098.50 lease-purchase for 29 fleet vehicles (5-0)
• Approved amended FDOT grant for airport parking lot expansion (5-0)
• Approved $5,400 special assessment lien for STEP system at 2856 Potilla Ave (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting hands-free cell phone legislation (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including beach cleaning contracts ($28,500 and $87,600) (5-0)
• Approved final payment of $10,733.17 to De La Hoz Builders (5-0)
• Approved abandonment of 5-foot easement at 635 Iris Lane (5-0)

Marine Commission

The Marine Commission will meet to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The body will also receive a report from the Marina Director regarding ongoing marina projects.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Report on Marina Projects from the Marina Director

The Marine Commission unanimously elected Bill Johnson as Chairman and Brian Cunningham as Vice-Chairman. Members discussed derelict vessels, the Three Corners marina project, and marina construction updates, but no formal votes were taken on these topics.

• Approved minutes of June 6, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Bill Johnson as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Brian Cunningham as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will consider a recommendation to switch city cash to the Florida Class investment pool, which offers higher interest. They will also hear updates on new payroll software and the auditor's report, and elect a chairman and vice chairman for the year.

• Recommendation to join Florida Class investment pool for higher interest on city cash
• Update on new payroll software implementation
• Update on auditor's report for the city's financial statements
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Approval of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The Finance Commission approved the November 12, 2024 minutes and unanimously re-elected Robert Jones as Chairman and Devin Peirce as Vice Chairman. The Finance Director provided updates on the payroll software RFP, the delayed 2022-2023 audit, and a recommendation to join Florida Class for higher interest rates. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were informational only.

• Approved November 12, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Robert Jones as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Devin Peirce as Vice Chairman (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council holds a special workshop to discuss airport tenant insurance. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed for discussion only. The meeting includes public comment before adjournment.

• Discussion of airport tenant insurance

The City Council held a workshop to discuss rising windstorm insurance costs for airport tenants, exploring options such as maintaining current lease requirements, adjusting deductibles, or transitioning to land-only leases. No formal decisions were made; staff was directed to bring back additional information on the options.

• Discussed airport tenant insurance options, including keeping current leases, modifying deductibles, or new land-only leases
• No formal vote taken; staff to return with more information

Airport Commission

The Vero Beach Airport Commission will hold a routine meeting with mostly procedural items: approval of October 2024 minutes, election of a chairman and vice-chairman, and public comment. The airport director will give an update via the Director's Report & Project Identification Key. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2024
• Airport Director's Report & Project Identification Key

The Vero Beach Airport Commission unanimously re-elected Carlos Halcomb as chairman and Arthur Hodge as vice-chairman. The commission approved the October 18, 2024, meeting minutes. No new or old business was discussed, and no public comment was made. The meeting was largely informational, with the airport director reporting on passenger growth, construction projects, and other operational updates.

• Approved October 18, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Carlos Halcomb as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected Arthur Hodge as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss and prioritize improvements to the Land Development Regulations as part of its 2024 Annual Report to the City Council. They will also elect a chairman and vice-chairman, approve the minutes from the November 7, 2024, meeting, and receive a presentation on Sunshine and Public Records Law. Other items include public comment and board members' matters.

• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Approval of Regular Meeting minutes from November 7, 2024
• Discussion of the 2024 Annual Report including a proposed work program for Land Development Regulation updates (e.g., reducing redundant zoning districts, preparing purpose statements, incorporating a matrix graphic)
• Sunshine and Public Records Law presentation

The Vero Beach Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved its 2024 Annual Report, with a minor wording correction, to be sent to the City Council. The board also elected officers, approved prior minutes, and received a presentation on Sunshine and Public Records Law. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2024 Annual Report with correction to send to City Council (unanimous)
• Re-elected Jeb Bittner as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected Jason Ground as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved November 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The body will also receive an update from Principal Planner Cheri Fitzgerald regarding a brochure for the public.

• Election of Chairman
• Election of Vice Chairman
• Update on the brochure from Principal Planner Cheri Fitzgerald

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from September 19, 2024, and unanimously re-elected John Roberts as Chairman and Diane Miller as Vice Chairman. The commission reviewed a draft brochure for historic homes, with plans to distribute it at public facilities and on the city's website. No formal decisions were made on the brochure, as staff will check placement restrictions before printing. No new historic designation applications were reported.

• Approved September 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected John Roberts as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected Diane Miller as Vice Chairman (unanimous)

City Council

The Vero Beach City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $1,846,359.72 bid for terminal building rehabilitation, a $228,000 gopher tortoise relocation agreement, and a $34,946 watermain change order. Public hearings are set for releasing an easement at 1100 17th Street and for resolutions on a runway connector taxiway grant and accepting donations for the Humiston Boardwalk. Council will also receive updates on marina projects, water reclamation facility progress, hurricane damage structural evaluations, and airport expansion.

• Award of bid to Proctor Construction for Terminal Building Rehabilitation ($1,846,359.72)
• Gopher Tortoise Relocation Agreement with recipient site costs ($228,000.00)
• Corona Lane Watermain Replacement Change Order No. 1 ($34,946.22)
• Public hearing on releasing right-of-way and drainage easements at 1100 17th Street
• Resolution to accept private donations for Humiston Boardwalk rebuilding

The City Council voted 5-0 to rescind its earlier decision to build a sidewalk and instead approved a concrete boardwalk for Humiston Park, to be located as close to the old boardwalk as possible, with an environmentally friendly design and an alternate integrated lifeguard stand. They also approved a resolution accepting private donations for the boardwalk fund, with about $175,000 in pledges. Other actions included approving the consent agenda, which included a $1.85 million terminal building rehabilitation contract, and appointing Sherri Philo as City Clerk with retroactive pay.

• Rescinded sidewalk decision and approved concrete boardwalk for Humiston Park (5-0)
• Approved resolution accepting private donations for Humiston Boardwalk Fund (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,846,359.72 terminal building rehabilitation bid (5-0)
• Approved ordinance releasing easements at 1100 17th Street (5-0)
• Approved resolution for FDOT grant for Runway 12R Connector Taxiways (5-0)
• Appointed Sherri Philo as City Clerk with retroactive pay (5-0)
• Moved Justin Beard to full member of Marine Commission (5-0)
• Tabled marina, water reclamation, FEMA, and airport progress reports to Jan 28 meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss developing a future ordinance regarding cumulative substantial improvements to buildings, affecting floodplain management. Proposed changes would define 'substantial improvement' as cumulative over a chosen period (12, 24, or 36 months) and require local technical amendments to the Florida Building Code. No decisions are expected at this workshop.

• Discussion of a Cumulative Substantial Improvement Ordinance
• Proposed amendment to Section 73.06 definitions (substantial damage and improvement)
• Proposed amendment to Section 73.13 floodplain administrator duties
• Proposed local technical amendments to FBC Building and Existing Building codes
• Selection of cumulative period (12/24/36 months) for substantial improvement threshold

The City Council discussed developing a Cumulative Substantial Improvement Ordinance to codify the city's existing 5-year lookback policy for flood damage tracking, which would qualify for NFIP credits. Council consensus was to move forward with codifying the 5-year tracking and to have staff engage a consultant to provide a menu of options for improving the city's flood insurance rating. No formal vote was taken; staff was directed to prepare the ordinance for future Planning and Zoning Board and City Council hearings.

• Consensus to codify 5-year cumulative substantial improvement tracking (no formal vote)
• Directed staff to have consultant provide options for improving NFIP rating

Architectural Review Commission

The commission will continue discussion from October on selecting decorative lighting from FPL's catalog. They are expected to review options for residential and commercial areas, with no decision required at this meeting. The meeting will also approve minutes from October 21, 2024.

• Discussion of proposed decorative lighting options for city streets, including LED solutions and component options from FPL catalog

The Architectural Review Commission approved aesthetic recommendations for new decorative street lighting across residential and commercial districts, contingent on dark-sky-friendly fixtures and sample review. They selected the Traditional Carriage fixture for most residential areas, Vizcaya for Riomar Bay, and preferred the Holophane Bern fixture for commercial districts if a 3000k variant exists, otherwise the Teardrop. All approvals require the Commission to see a sample before final acceptance.

• Approved Traditional Carriage fixture for residential districts except Riomar Bay, contingent on recessed/downward lighting and sample review (unanimous)
• Approved Vizcaya fixture for Riomar Bay with same dark-sky and sample conditions (3-1, Crawford dissenting)
• Approved Holophane Bern fixture for commercial districts if 3000k variant available, otherwise Teardrop, with sample review (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 21, 2024 (unanimous)

Miscellaneous

The Vero Beach Airport Marketing Services Evaluation Committee is meeting to evaluate proposals received in response to RFP 160-24/SB for marketing services. The committee will review and score the submissions. No other business is scheduled.

• Evaluation of proposals for RFP 160-24/SB Vero Beach Marketing Services

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will elect officers, approve minutes, and hold evidentiary hearings. A citation appeal for tree removal without a permit at 601 Causeway Boulevard East continues from November. Ten non-compliance cases will be reviewed, including violations for obstruction, unpermitted shed, tree removal, erosion control, sign violation, sea turtle lighting, and unpermitted auto repair. Some cases include requests to end continuing penalties after compliance.

• Citation appeal for tree removal without permit at 601 Causeway Boulevard East (CASE #24-CE-14029)
• Non-compliance for shed installed without approval at Canterbury Place Apartments, 1505 40th Avenue
• Non-compliance for oak tree removal at 2836 Atlantic Boulevard
• Request to find sea turtle lighting violation at 3554 Ocean Drive in compliance and cease penalties
• Request to find unpermitted auto repair at 1812 7th Avenue in compliance and cease penalties

The Code Enforcement Board found a violation in the case of a tree removed without a permit at 601 Causeway Boulevard East, despite the homeowner's claim of protection under Florida Statute 163.045. The board unanimously voted to have the city and homeowner work out a compliance agreement to be approved at the next meeting. Other cases involved orders for compliance on various violations, including a shed without permits and erosion control issues.

• Found violation in tree removal case 24-CE-14029 (unanimous)
• Continued tree removal case for compliance agreement (unanimous)
• Ordered Canterbury Place Apartments to correct shed violation within 60 days (unanimous)
• Ordered Mark and Gerry Waite to secure tree removal permit within 10 days (unanimous)
• Ordered Kevin S. Hawkins to correct erosion violations within 10 days (unanimous)
• Found Village Spires Condominium in compliance with sea turtle lighting as of Oct 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Found Dale Matthew Albertson in compliance with auto repair violation as of Dec 6, 2024 (unanimous)

Three Corners Site Evaluation Committee

The Three Corners Site Evaluation Committee will meet to discuss the scoring process for evaluating proposals related to the redevelopment and operation of the Three Corners site. The agenda contains only a discussion item with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Discussion of scoring process for the Three Corners site redevelopment

Utilities Commission

The Vero Beach Utilities Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes from November 2024, elect a chairman and vice chairman, discuss the commission's 2025 meeting schedule, and consider the 2024 annual report. No substantive decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Approval of November 5, 2024 minutes
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Discussion of 2025 meeting schedule
• Consideration of 2024 annual report

The Vero Beach Utilities Commission approved a motion to change its meeting schedule from monthly to bi-monthly, despite a staff suggestion to meet quarterly. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from November 5, 2024, and the 2024 Annual Report. Jane Burton and Peter Dold were re-elected as Chairman and Vice Chairman, respectively.

• Approved November 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Jane Burton as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected Peter Dold as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved bi-monthly meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Annual Report (unanimous)