Palm Bay public meetings in 2021

IAOB

This Infrastructure Advisory & Oversight Board meeting is cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items and no business items.

SAB

The Palm Bay Sustainability Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss the implementation of the Sustainability Plan, focusing on innovative waste management, education and public engagement, and the built environment. The agenda includes adoption of previous meeting minutes and informational updates on upcoming events. No formal votes or decisions are listed beyond these discussion items.

• Adoption of minutes from Regular Meeting 2021-14 (November 16, 2021)
• Discussion on Sustainability Plan implementation: Innovative Waste Management key points
• Discussion on Education and Public Engagement
• Discussion on Built Environment
• Informational update on upcoming meetings/events

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will hold public hearings and final votes on multiple ordinances, including rezonings, a PUD subdivision, and code changes. It will also consider consent agenda items such as interlocal water agreements, a police outreach vehicle purchase, and a FEMA fire apparatus grant application. The meeting includes presentations on the Florida Inland Navigation District and the Chamber of Commerce, plus public comments.

• Ordinance 2021-78: Rezone 6.28 acres near Babcock Street and Foundation Park Blvd from CC to GC for a self-storage facility (final reading)
• Ordinance 2021-79: Approve final development plan for 'Gardens at Waterstone Phase III' PUD, 47.99 acres (final reading)
• Ordinance 2021-83: Vacate 0.722 acres of Mercury Avenue SE right-of-way (first reading)
• Ordinance 2021-84/85: Change 7.11 acres at Robert J. Conlan Blvd and Commerce Park Dr to Bayfront Mixed Use (final/first readings)
• Consent: Accept $44,000 FDOT 'Know Your Limits' grant; purchase police outreach vehicle ($60,000); apply for FEMA fire apparatus grant ($950,000)

SM

The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate heard petitions for lien reductions and reduced liens for three properties, contingent on payment within 30 days. The minutes from the previous meeting were tabled. No public comments were made.

• Lien reduced to $2,075.00 for 458 Wayland Rd, SW (petitioner Cynthia Legg)
• Lien reduced to $16,891.30 for 675 Toni St, SW (petitioner Shirley Weems)
• Lien reduced to $946.20 for 1721 Anchorage St, NW (petitioner James W Keech, via phone)
• Minutes from November 17, 2021 meeting tabled until January 19, 2022

CDAB

This meeting of the Community Development Advisory Board was cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, public comments, other business, adjournment) and no substantive decisions or discussions.

• Meeting cancelled

Special Council Meeting

The City Council is seeking direction on how to allocate $18,009,865 received through the American Rescue Plan Act. The funds are intended for COVID-19 response, revenue loss replacement, and infrastructure investments.

• Proposed $80,798.12 for 120 smart phones and cases to support body camera units
• Proposed $275,000 for Disaster Recovery Site Cloud Software
• Proposed $300,000 for Cybersecurity Enhancements via Cisco Enterprise Agreement
• Previous allocation of $649,810.86 for 151 body camera units
• Previous allocation of $2,000,000 for Building E and $2,000,000 for Citywide Financial System Replacement

CEB

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board will hold a public hearing to review 74 cases involving alleged violations such as unpermitted construction, parking issues, and maintenance failures. The board will also adopt minutes from the November 10 meeting and conduct routine procedural items.

• Case 22538: Juan Rosario Estate, 2185 Redwood Cir NE (TGWV)
• Case 22539: 1611 Meridian LLC, 1881 Palm Bay Rd NE (TGWV)
• Case 22540 & 22541: EZTopeliz LLC, 4600 & 4650 Dixie Hwy NE (TGWV)
• Case 22557: Edwin H Mercado, 1297 Bei Ct NW (Fail to Main Pool)
• Case 22559: Wal-Mart Stores East LP, 1040 Malabar Rd SE (Fail to Main Exterior)

RAB

The Palm Bay Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to conduct procedural business, including the selection of a new chairperson and vice chairperson, and to consider amendments to its bylaws. No substantive decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council is holding a regular meeting to discuss and vote on public hearings, zoning ordinances, utility contracts, and board appointments. Key business includes a $724,656 culvert pipe replacement contract, water meter purchases, and various property rezonings and easement vacations.

• Award of Bid: Culvert pipe replacement, Country Club Units 1-10 to Loren Jock Trucking, Inc. for $724,656
• Contract: Neptune water meters and parts with Ferguson Waterworks for an annual estimate of $800,000
• Ordinance 2021-72: Vacating a portion of the utility and drainage easement at Port Malabar Unit 12 for Luis Sanchez
• Ordinance 2021-77: Amending the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map for 11.91 acres south of Coconut Street to Single-Family Residential
• Resolution 2021-70: Authorizing a temporary building permit fee rebate program and pre-application fee waiver

BCRA

This Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency regular meeting was cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several requests for zoning changes and land use amendments. The meeting includes reviews of mixed-use developments, residential rezonings, and updates to the City's architectural ordinance.

• Zoning amendment for 7.11 acres at Robert J. Conlan Blvd NE and Commerce Park Dr NE to Bayfront Mixed Use
• Variance request for a pool and deck at 331 Gardendale Circle SE
• Proposed code amendment to allow dog training clubs in Light Industrial districts
• Zoning change for 0.34 acres at 4371 Dixie Highway NE to Bayfront Mixed Use Village District
• Textual amendment to modify provisions of the architectural ordinance

IAOB

The Infrastructure Advisory & Oversight Board will meet to hear presentations on city projects. The agenda includes introductions and updates on specific infrastructure initiatives.

• Introduction of Public Works Director Mehul Parekh
• Deerfield Presentation by Vernon Densler
• Road Bond Program Phase 4 Presentation by Frank Wantanabe

PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD/LPA - SPECIAL

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a special meeting to consider multiple land-use and zoning requests, including a 638-unit residential development, a Walmart warehouse expansion, and several other commercial and residential projects. The board will also review comprehensive plan amendments and preliminary development plans for mixed-use and residential developments.

• CP-14-2021 & PD-49-2021: Palm Vista at Everlands Phase II - 638-unit residential PUD on ~158.69 acres near St. Johns Heritage Parkway NW and Emerson Drive NW
• CU-42-2021: Wal-Mart MFC Warehouse Extension - automated warehouse facility at 1040 Malabar Road SE
• Z-45-2021: Palm Bay Storage - zoning change to General Commercial on ~6.28 acres near Babcock Street SE
• CU-46-2021: Giant Recreation World - RV detail shop and customer delivery building at 1355 Culver Drive NE
• PD-48-2021: Jupiter Bay - 179-unit mixed-use PUD at Jupiter Boulevard SE and Brevard Avenue SE

Regular Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on several residential development plans and a final amendment to the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget. The body will also discuss collective bargaining agreements for police and fire personnel and a new ADA Transition Plan for pedestrian improvements.

• Final Development Plan for 'St. Johns Preserve Townhomes' (19.12 acres)
• Final Development Plan for 'The Reserve at Country Club Lakes Estates' (74.24 acres)
• Final Development Plan for 'Cypress Bay West Phase III' (190.28 acres)
• Contract with Selectron Technologies for e-Permit IVR Solution for $144,625
• Ordinance 2021-71 to make the fifth and final amendment to the FY 2020-2021 budget

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review petitions for relief regarding code enforcement cases. These hearings determine if property owners have complied with city codes or qualify for relief.

• Petition for relief: 370 Latham St, SE (M. David Moallem)
• Petition for relief: 314 Brantley St, SE (Church of God of Palm Bay)
• Petition for relief: 1095 Hooper Ave, NE (DND Management)
• Petition for relief: 458 Wayland Rd, SW (Cynthia Legg)

CDAB

The Community Development Advisory Board is meeting to discuss amendments to the Program Year 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan. The board will also review the FY 20-21 CDBG CAPER report.

• Substantial Amendment to Program Year 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan
• FY 20-21 CDBG CAPER
• Amendment to By-Laws
• 2022 Proposed CDAB Meeting Schedule
• FY21 CDBG Subrecipient Update

SAB

The Sustainability Advisory Board will discuss the next steps for implementing its sustainability plan, focusing on land and water systems, transportation, and waste management. It will also consider the 2022 meeting schedule. The meeting includes a presentation on social and economic vulnerability action plans.

• Sustainability Plan – Implementation (Land and Water Systems, Transportation/Mobility, Innovative Waste Management)
• Consideration of 2022 Meeting Schedule
• Presentation: East Central Florida Regional Planning Council – Social and Economic Vulnerability Action Plan Development

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Palm Bay Planning & Zoning Board will hear multiple land-use requests, including a 638-unit residential development at Palm Vista at Everlands Phase II and a 171-unit Gardens at Waterstone Phase III project. Ten items span zoning changes, conditional-use amendments, and comprehensive-plan future land-use map updates for parcels across the city.

• CP-14-2021: Future land-use map amendment for 26.67-acre Palm Vista at Everlands Phase II to allow 638-unit PUD
• PD-49-2021: Preliminary development plan for 638-unit Palm Vista at Everlands Phase II
• FD-47-2021: Final development plan for 171-unit Gardens at Waterstone Phase III PUD
• CU-42-2021: Conditional-use amendment for 28.97-acre Wal-Mart MFC warehouse extension at 1040 Malabar Road SE
• Z-45-2021: Zoning change from CC to GC for 6.28-acre Palm Bay Storage at Babcock Street SE

CEB

The Code Enforcement Board will conduct hearings for 100 different cases involving city code violations. The board is also reviewing one old business case and considering the authorization to impose fines.

• Hearing for James J Peters Jr. at 1757 Big Cypress St NE
• Case 22460: Mark William Weaver at 1670 Heartwellville for TGWV
• Case 22450: Doris L Lorden at 2883 Alexander Ave NE for roof/wall maintenance
• Case 22452: Victoria Schoemell at 2809 Hessey Ave NE for excessive vegetation
• Case 22535: Placido Caruso at 1401 San Filippo Dr SE for shed without permit

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will hear a presentation on a fraud risk assessment of city processes, consider several development approvals including townhomes and subdivisions, and handle routine items like appointments and budget amendments. Public hearings include final approval for the Emerald Lakes land use change and first readings for three residential developments.

• Fraud risk assessment presentation by 65th North Group on cash handling, payroll, and fuel use
• Final reading of Ordinance 2018-52 to combine land use designations into 'Emerald Lakes' RAC (1,561 acres)
• First readings for 'St. Johns Preserve Townhomes' (19.12 acres), 'The Reserve at Country Club Lakes Estates' (74.24 acres), and 'Cypress Bay West Phase III' (190.28 acres)
• Consideration of $857,327 in HOME funds for four homes and down payment assistance
• Consideration of purchase offer for surplus property at 340 Holiday Park Boulevard NE for $18,125

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss several land use amendments and development plans. Key items include a large-scale solar energy center and multiple residential projects in the Everlands area.

• FP&L IBIS Solar Energy Center: Proposed land use and zoning amendments for 3,266.49 acres
• Medley at Everlands: Preliminary Development Plan for townhomes and single-family lots on 291.11 acres
• Palm Vista at Everlands Phase II: Proposed 638-unit residential development on 158.69 acres
• Medley at Everlands: Land use amendment for 96.66 acres to Multiple-Family Residential Use
• Hossein Rezvani: Land use amendment for 11.91 acres to Single-Family Residential Use

RAB

The Palm Bay Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on November 2, 2021, at the Ted Whitlock Community Center. The board will select a chairperson and vice chairperson, consider amendments to its by-laws, and discuss the naming of the Liberty Park Basketball Courts.

• Selection of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Consideration of amendments to the board by-laws
• Consideration of naming Liberty Park Basketball Courts

SAB

The Sustainability Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the implementation of the Sustainability Plan. The discussion will focus on water systems and transportation/mobility.

• Sustainability Plan implementation: Water Systems
• Sustainability Plan implementation: Transportation/Mobility
• Adoption of September 21, 2021 meeting minutes

City Workshop Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the city's commercial development review and permitting process. The discussion aims to hear from developers and stakeholders about challenges, with the goal of increasing commercial development to boost the tax base and reduce the tax burden on residents. No formal decisions are expected; it is a discussion item.

• Discussion on commercial development review and permitting process
• Input from commercial developers, contractors, and stakeholders
• Goal to increase ad valorem tax revenue and lessen resident tax burden

IAOB

The Infrastructure Advisory & Oversight Board will receive presentations on city infrastructure. The meeting includes updates on accessibility planning and public works projects.

• Presentation on the ADA Transition Plan
• Update on stormwater pipes and road paving

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will consider declaring Seat 5 vacant and scheduling a special election for March 8, 2022, along with final readings of two ordinances: a 52.26-acre residential PUD and a zoning change for tree/landscape businesses. The consent agenda includes a $581,754 culvert pipe replacement bid and two surplus property conveyances. Several board vacancies and proclamations are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 2021-60: declare Seat 5 vacant, schedule special election March 8, 2022
• Ordinance 2021-66: final reading for Gardens at Waterstone Phase II PUD (52.26 acres)
• Ordinance 2021-67: final reading to allow tree/landscape businesses in LI zoning
• Bid award: culvert pipe replacement, Unit 48 – $581,754 to Timothy Rose Contracting
• Resolutions 2021-58/59: convey surplus land at 1942 and 1956 Agora Circle SE to BHA Land Investments

Special Magistrate

The Palm Bay Special Magistrate held a code-enforcement hearing on October 20, 2021, reviewing three resident petitions for relief from code violations. No substantive decisions were listed on this agenda; minutes from the prior meeting were scheduled for adoption.

• Petition 18985-18: Sergey Aydarov, 1412 Jasper Ave NW
• Petition 19318-18: Juliana Thompson, 508 Australian Rd NW
• Petition 21899-21: Daniel Lumbra, 1031 Banks St NW

CDAB

The Community Development Advisory Board will meet to discuss unfinished business, new applications for HOME CHDO funding, and priorities for the FY 22-23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The board will also review amendments to the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Local Housing Assistance Program (LHAP).

• HOME CHDO Applications
• FY 22-23 CDBG Priorities
• FY 22-23 CDBG Request for Applications
• SHIP LHAP Amendment to 2017-2020
• SHIP LHAP Amendment to 2020-2023

City Council Workshop

The Palm Bay City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the current results of the city's visioning process. The city's planning consultant, SM&E, will provide an update on the planning process and an overview of public input received so far, and the Council will discuss its vision for the city. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Discussion of current results of the visioning process
• Update from Planning Consultant SM&E on the planning process
• Overview of public input received so far
• Discussion of City Council's vision for Palm Bay

CEB

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting to hear 71 code violation cases involving properties across the city. Cases cover issues such as parking, permits, fences, and property maintenance. The board will also address the authorization to impose fines.

• Case 21-22367: Couch, Victor / Couch Deborah at 2881 Palm Bay Rd NE (Permits / Parking)
• Case 21-22371: Palm Bay Plaza Inc of USA at 1921 Robert J Conlan (Comm Parking)
• Case 21-22379: Tapia, Juvenal A at 2025 Kent St NE (Building W/O Permit)
• Case 21-22390: Cole, Violet Elaine at 1701 Radisson St NW (Failed Culvert)
• Case 21-22391: Philibert, Jason R at 1355 Lech Ave NW (Roof in Disrepair)

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will consider consent agenda items including contracts for road paving, staffing services, and grants, plus public hearings on several residential developments and zoning changes. Notable items include a $1.02 million road bond paving contract, a $140,960 temporary staffing bid, and a $300,000 grant for stormwater improvements. The council will also hold final readings on ordinances for the Cypress Bay West Phase II and Gardens at Waterstone Phase II subdivisions, and first readings for other developments and zoning amendments.

• Award of bid for road bond paving at Kirby Industrial Park and Palm Bay Colony to Ranger Construction Industries for $1,024,250.95
• Award of bid for temporary staffing services to LFI Ft. Pierce Inc. and Compunnel Software Group, Inc. for $140,960
• Grant agreement with Florida DEP for two nutrient-separating baffle boxes ($300,000 reimbursement grant)
• Final reading of Ordinance 2021-65 for Cypress Bay West Phase II residential subdivision (185.747 acres)
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-66 for Gardens at Waterstone Phase II residential subdivision (52.26 acres)

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing several development proposals, including a 544-unit residential project, a 200-unit development, a 120-unit project, a car wash conditional use, and a garage variance. One conditional use application for a wedding venue has been withdrawn. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• V-38-2021: Variance for detached garage at 1518 Tugwell Street SE
• FD-35-2021: Final plan for 120-unit St. Johns Preserve-Tract A near Malabar Road NW
• CU-39-2021: Amendment for car wash at 1000 Malabar Road SE
• FD-40-2021: Final plan for 200-unit The Reserve at Country Club Lakes Estates
• FD-41-2021: Final plan for 544-unit Cypress Bay West Phase III

RAB

The Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to select a chairperson and vice chairperson, consider naming Pavilion No. 1 at Castaway Point Park, and discuss amendments to its bylaws. The agenda includes public comments and a report from the Recreation Department Director.

• Selection of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Consideration of naming Pavilion No. 1 at Castaway Point Park
• Consideration of amendments to the board by-laws

IAOB

The Infrastructure Advisory & Oversight Board will hold a regular meeting with roll call, adoption of June minutes, and public comments. The main business items are an introduction of the Public Works Director and an overview of the city's Phase 2 MS4, NPDES permit and efforts to improve water quality in Turkey Creek and the Indian River Lagoon.

• Public Works Director introduction
• Overview of Phase 2 MS4, NPDES permit
• Water quality improvement efforts for Turkey Creek and Indian River Lagoon
• Adoption of minutes from June 28, 2021 meeting

Special Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the final millage rate and FY 2021-2022 budget. Multiple resolutions will establish new fees for fire, recreation, alarm systems, and land development services. Ordinances adjusting utility, sewer, and reclaimed water rates will receive final readings.

• Adopt FY 2021-2022 final budget and millage rates
• Set new fire safety inspection fees ranging from $45 to $455 based on property size
• Establish recreation department fee schedule
• Adjust sewer permit fees and wastewater system charges
• Update reclaimed water rates

SAB

The Palm Bay Sustainability Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on September 21, 2021, at the Council Chambers located at 120 Malabar Road, SE. The agenda includes a presentation by Dr. Leesa Souto from the Marine Resources Council and a discussion regarding the 2020 Sustainability Action Plan.

• Presentation by Dr. Leesa Souto, Executive Director, Marine Resources Council
• Adoption of minutes from the regular meeting on August 25, 2021
• Discussion on the 2020 Sustainability Action Plan

BCRA

The Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency is holding a special meeting to consider its proposed 2022 meeting schedule and to review a request for proposals for commercial real estate brokerage services. The board will also adopt minutes from three prior meetings. Public comments are limited to three minutes for non-agenda items.

• RFP 59-0-2021/SV Commercial Real Estate Brokerage Services
• 2022 Proposed Meeting Schedule of the Bayfront CRA Board
• Adoption of minutes from June 3, June 17, and August 5, 2021 meetings

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will vote on awarding a five-year contract to Fuel Media Holdings for bus bench and bus shelter advertising services, generating an estimated $38,100 in annual revenue. The council will also consider multiple zoning changes, surplus property sales, and infrastructure contracts, including a $350,466 change order for the South Regional Water Reclamation Facility.

• Award bus bench and bus shelter advertising contract to Fuel Media Holdings ($38,100/year revenue)
• Approve $350,466 change order for South Regional Water Reclamation Facility construction (RJ Sullivan)
• Sell surplus city properties at 1942 Agora Circle SE, 1956 Agora Circle SE, and 320 Chaska Street NE ($45,000, $45,000, $26,000)
• Amend zoning code for Bayfront Mixed Use District (Ordinance 2021-45, final reading)
• Appropriate $230,000 from Undesignated Fund Balance to cover Solid Waste Fund invoice

CDAB

The Community Development Advisory Board is meeting to introduce new members, receive information on a funding request for an affordable housing project under the SHIP program, and discuss scoring criteria for FY 22-23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from the May 2021 meeting and a staff report. No final decisions are listed; most items are informational or discussion-oriented.

• Introduction of new Board Members Rito Lazarre and Cristina Wright
• Informational: Funding Request for Affordable Housing Project - SHIP
• FY 22-23 CDBG Scoring Criteria
• Adoption of minutes from May 19, 2021 regular meeting

Special Magistrate

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a regular meeting on September 15, 2021, at City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes adopting minutes from the August 18, 2021 meeting and considering four petitions for relief.

• Petition for Relief 19341-18 for 1389 GIRALDA CIR, NW by petitioner SIEUKANA MOHAN
• Petition for Relief 20048-19 for 1980 GLORIA CIR, NE by petitioner MARSHA EDOUARD MICHEL
• Petition for Relief 20308-20 for 2395 PORT MALABAR BLVD, NE by petitioner BRITTANY ECKER
• Petition for Relief 19543-18 for 340 FARMINGTON ST, SW by petitioner VLADIMIR BARMAN

RAB

The Palm Bay Recreation Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to review proposed changes to its bylaws. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda beyond the bylaw discussion and standard procedural items.

• Discussion of amendments to the board by-laws

CEB

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting to consider 88 code enforcement cases, including potential fines. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from the August meeting and a report on authorization to impose fines. Most cases involve violations such as overgrown grass, trash and debris, unregistered vehicles, and property maintenance issues.

• 88 hearings for violations including TGWS (tall grass/weeds), T&D (trash/debris), NSVT (no septic/well?), and parking issues
• Authorization to impose fines report
• Cases against property owners and businesses, including Citimortgage Inc, State of Florida DOT, and multiple LLCs
• Locations across Palm Bay, including Amberly Rd NE, Babcock St NE, and Jupiter Blvd SW

Special Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the tentative millage rate for tax year 2021 and the proposed FY 2022 budget, then vote on the rate and budget. They will also consider first readings of ordinances adjusting utility rates, fees, and charges, and adopting the final budget. The proposed budget totals $232,710,575, a 1.68% increase from the earlier proposal.

• Tentative millage rate for tax year 2021 and percentage increase over rolled-back rate
• Ordinance 2021-61: Adjusts utility rates, fees, and charges (e.g., meter installation, testing, reconnection fees)
• Ordinance 2021-62: Adjusts sewer permit fees and charges
• Ordinance 2021-63: Adjusts reclaimed water rates, fees, and charges
• Ordinance 2021-64: Adopts final FY 2021-2022 budget

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contracts, budget amendments, and property sales, followed by public hearings on zoning and floodplain ordinances, including a final vote on indoor commercial recreation in general commercial districts. The council will also consider a $4 million grant application for a new fire station and several easement vacations.

• Grant application for Fire Station 7 ($4,000,000) with $358,318 match
• Ordinance 2021-53: Indoor Commercial Recreation as principal/conditional use in GC zoning (final reading)
• Ordinance 2021-52: Finished floor elevation changes for single-family homes (final reading)
• Contract: Fire training center at Fire Station 5 ($583,554) using fire impact fees
• Budget amendment (fourth) for FY 2020-2021 (Ordinance 2021-55)

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several large residential developments, including final and preliminary plans for Cypress Bay West, Gardens at Waterstone, and Malabar Springs, which together could add over 2,100 housing units. The board will also hear a variance request, a zoning text amendment, a conditional use for a lift station, and a by-law change. Public hearings are scheduled for the quasi-judicial items.

• FD-30-2021: Final plan for Cypress Bay West Phase II, 570 units, ~185.74 acres near Babcock Street and Mara Loma Boulevard SE
• PD-32-2021: Preliminary plan for Cypress Bay West Phase III, 544 units, ~190.5 acres west of Babcock Street
• FD-33-2021: Final plan for Gardens at Waterstone Phase II, 174 units, ~52.26 acres west of Mara Loma Boulevard SE
• PD-34-2021: Preliminary plan for Malabar Springs, 879 units, ~295.17 acres north of Malabar Road NW
• V-31-2021: Variance for detached garage at 1398 Valencia Street SE; T-36-2021: zoning text amendment to allow tree/landscape businesses in LI district; CU-37-2021: conditional use for lift station on Cabot Drive NE

SAB

The Sustainability Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to adopt minutes from the July 28, 2021 meeting and discuss the development of the 2020 Sustainability Action Plan. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

IAOB

The Infrastructure Advisory & Oversight Board will hold a regular meeting with public comments, approval of June minutes, and two business items: an introduction of the Public Works Director and an overview of the city's Phase 2 MS4 NPDES permit and efforts to improve water quality in Turkey Creek and the Indian River Lagoon. No votes on specific projects or contracts are listed.

• Introduction of Public Works Director
• Overview of Phase 2 MS4 NPDES permit
• Water quality efforts in Turkey Creek and Indian River Lagoon
• Approval of June 28, 2021 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will meet to decide on several ordinances, contracts, and resolutions, including changes to floodplain and stormwater rules, zoning updates for indoor commercial recreation, and a $204,512 paving contract. The meeting also includes quasi-judicial hearings for zoning variances and a private school conditional use request.

• Contract: Road bond paving, Units 24 and 25, Change Order 1 - $204,512 (Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc.)
• Resolution 2021-39: Convey City-owned property at 648 Osmosis Drive SW to Brevard Island Oaks, LLC
• Ordinance 2021-52: Amend floodplain and stormwater rules for single-family construction
• Ordinance 2021-53: Add indoor commercial recreation as a use in GC (General Commercial) zoning
• Resolution 2021-41: Conditional use for private school in RR zoning (3.00 acres near Nail Street)

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a regular hearing on August 18, 2021, to consider six petitions for relief from code enforcement cases. The agenda includes swearing in, public comments, and adoption of the previous meeting's minutes. All items are code enforcement cases; no other substantive business is listed.

• CEB 19341-18: 1389 Giralda Cir NW, petitioner Sieulana Mohan
• CEB 19804-19: 727 Yukon St NE, petitioner Bibi Stewart
• CEB 20048-19: 1980 Gloria Cir NE, petitioner Marsha Edouard Michel
• CEB 20409-20 and CEB 20488-20: 4445 Dixie Hwy, petitioner Sal Tawilco
• CEB 20521-20: 321 Krefeld Road NW, petitioner Anthony Walter Belau

Code Enforcement Board Magistrate Meeting

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board Magistrate Meeting will review 75 property cases, including residential and commercial properties, for potential code violations. The meeting is procedural with no new business other than hearings.

• 75 property cases listed for review, including addresses like 535 Consolata Ave NW, 2836 Fitzpatrick Ave SW, and 1965 DanR Dr NE
• No new business other than hearings scheduled
• Appeal process outlined for decisions made at the meeting

BCRA

The Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency is holding a special meeting to consider two items: a resolution for the Fiscal Year 2022 proposed budget and resolutions to convey surplus real estate to Space Coast Marinas, LLC. The meeting includes public comments and commissioner reports.

• Resolution for FY2022 proposed budget of the Bayfront CRA
• Conveyance of surplus property at 4220 Dixie Highway NE to Space Coast Marinas, LLC
• Conveyance of surplus property at 2920 Pospisil Ave. NE to Space Coast Marinas, LLC
• Conveyance of surplus property at 2932 Pospisil Ave. NE to Space Coast Marinas, LLC

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes a $964,979 pavement rejuvenation contract, a $543,750 architect services agreement, and several surplus property sales. They will also hold public hearings on zoning and code amendments, including a Bayfront Mixed Use District change and a variance for a detached garage. Several items, including a Lennar Homes development and Florida Power and Light rezoning, have been rescheduled to future meetings.

• Award of Bid: Fiscal Year 2021 pavement rejuvenation – IFB 55-0-2021 – Public Works Department (Pavement Technologies, Inc. - $964,979)
• Contract: Master agreement and hourly rate schedule, architect and engineering design services, Building E, City Hall Complex – RFQ 34-0-2021 – Utilities, Building, and Parks and Facilities Departments (Silling Architects); and approval of Task Order 01-2021 against the Master Agreement ($543,750)
• Resolution 2021-38, conveying City and CRA-owned surplus real estate located at 4220 Dixie Highway NE, 2932 and 2920 Pospisil Avenue NE to buyer Space Coast Marinas, LLC.
• Consideration of a purchase offer for City-owned surplus real estate located at 194 Holiday Park Boulevard NE from buyer Zoltan Szabo ($18,553)
• Ordinance 2021-45, amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 185, Zoning Code, Subchapter 'District Regulations' by modifying provisions of the BMU - Bayfront Mixed Use District (Case T-8-2021, City of Palm Bay), first reading.

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several land-use items, including a code change for finished floor elevations in flood zones, multiple variance requests, and a final development plan for a 570-unit residential project. Several larger proposals, such as the Medley at Everlands and FP&L solar projects, have been rescheduled. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• Text amendment to floodplain code for finished floor elevations (T-23-2021)
• Variance for 1,200 sq ft metal garage at 278 High Road NW (V-25-2021)
• Variance for garage encroachment at 921 Mandarin Drive NE (V-27-2021)
• Conditional use for private school at 343 Nail Street NE (CU-26-2021)
• Final Development Plan for 570-unit Cypress Bay West Phase II (FD-30-2021)

City Council Workshop

The Palm Bay City Council holds a workshop to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 budget totaling $228.9 million, a $5.4 million increase from FY 2021. Key discussions include utility rate adjustments, capital needs, and funding allocations for police, fire, and infrastructure projects.

• Proposed $228.9M total budget for FY 2022 (up $5.4M from FY 2021)
• Recommended 1.75% water and 3.75% wastewater rate increases
• $1.4M in general fund requests funded (e.g., police officers, fire fighters)
• $10.1M in unfunded capital needs (e.g., Fire Station #6, vehicle replacements)
• Millage rate options presented, including maintaining FY 2021 rate of 7.8378

RAB

The Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review old business including proposed by-law changes to eliminate the Secretary position, dedicate the Castaway Point Park Pavilion #1, and address missing February 2021 meeting minutes. The board will also receive a report from the Parks and Recreation Director.

• Discussion of by-law changes to eliminate the Secretary position
• Castaway Point Park Pavilion #1 Dedication
• Discussion of missing February 2021 Meeting Minutes

SAB

The Palm Bay Sustainability Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with a presentation on the Keep Brevard Beautiful Composting Program, adoption of June meeting minutes, and a discussion on developing the 2020 Sustainability Action Plan. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Presentation: Keep Brevard Beautiful Composting Program by Amanda Muzaurieta
• Adoption of minutes from Regular Meeting 2021-09 (June 23, 2021)
• Discussion: 2020 Sustainability Action Plan development
• Informational: upcoming meetings/events

Special Magistrate

The Palm Bay Special Magistrate heard four code enforcement petitions for alleged violations at specific properties. The meeting was held at Palm Bay City Hall Council Chambers on July 21, 2021.

• Petition 19201-18: FP CONSULTANTS LLC (DREW SHOFNER) at 171 CARILLO ST, NE
• Petition 19535-18: CYNTHIA LEGG at 458 WAYLAND RD, SW
• Petition 19275-18: BEVERLY SQUITIRE at 1050 WYOMING DR, SE
• Petition 20618-20: ANDRE STAFFORD at 162 NATALIE CIR, NE

Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency

The Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution adopting its proposed Fiscal Year 2022 budget. A previously listed item to convey three CRA-owned surplus properties to Space Coast Marinas, LLC has been withdrawn and will not be discussed. The meeting is broadcast live and includes public comment periods.

• Resolution for Fiscal Year 2022 Proposed Budget of the Bayfront CRA
• Resolution conveying surplus real estate at 4220 Dixie Highway NE, 2920 Pospisil Ave. NE, and 2932 Pospisil Ave NE to Space Coast Marinas, LLC (WITHDRAWN)

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $1,634,730 contract for police body cameras, a $612,609 HOME grant agreement with Brevard County, and several other funding items. They will also hold public hearings on the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for CDBG/HOME funds, a budget amendment, and a golf cart ordinance. New business includes a resolution to designate part of Emerald Lakes West Phase II as a golf cart community and setting the proposed millage rates for FY 2022.

• Police body cameras from AXON Enterprises, Inc. - $1,634,730
• HOME Disbursement Agreement with Brevard County - $612,609 allocation plus $299,213 carry forward
• Fire training center at Station 5 funded by Fire Impact Fees - $516,000
• Three new firefighter positions funded from Undesignated Fund Balance - $53,817.15
• Ordinance 2021-48 creating 'Golf Carts' subchapter (final reading)

CEB

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting to consider authorization to impose fines and hear 48 code enforcement cases, including property maintenance, parking, and permit violations. The agenda includes old business items and a long list of hearings for various violations across the city.

• Authorization to impose fines
• CEB#22110-21: City vs Alfred R Agarie and M Agarie, 4371 Dixie Hwy NE
• CEB#22111-21: City vs Alfred R Agarie, 1987 Danr Dr NE
• CEB#22115-21: City vs Laceann N Agarie, 1981 Dar Dr NE
• 48 hearings for violations including pool maintenance, permits, parking, and junk vehicles

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will discuss an audit finding about automobile allowances for 16 employees, including directors and attorneys. The current $405/month allowance has not been reviewed for cost-effectiveness since 2006. The council will consider whether to maintain, adjust, or restructure the policy based on a fiscal impact analysis.

• Audit finding on $405/month auto allowance for 16 employees (10 directors, 4 attorneys, 2 clerks)
• Fiscal analysis shows $421/month cost to provide a vehicle vs. $405 allowance for 38-mile daily average
• City auto allowance increased 62% from $250 (1998) to $405 (2018), while GSA mileage rate rose 81%
• Other cities' allowances range from $325 to $450/month (Lakeland, Melbourne, Cocoa Beach)
• Options include maintaining current policy, shifting to base salary, or annual review

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Palm Bay Planning & Zoning Board did not meet on July 7, 2021; the regular session was cancelled. The board’s next meeting is scheduled for August 4, 2021, where it will continue several pending land-use cases.

RAB

The Palm Bay Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on July 6, 2021, at the Margaret Hames Nature Center. The agenda includes procedural items such as adoption of past meeting minutes and reports from Parks and Recreation. Key discussions will focus on the board’s purpose, staff questions, and updates on Castaway Point Park Pavilion and playground proposals.

• Secretary Appointment
• Recreation Advisory Board Purpose Review
• Castaway Point Park Pavilion #1 Dedication
• Playground Proposal Status
• Recreation Department Staff Q & A

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 1, 2021, to consider a consent agenda with routine items, several public hearings on rezoning and variances, and other business. Key items include a third budget amendment, a resolution on opioid settlement funds, and multiple property conveyances. Two items were withdrawn from the agenda: a Vision Zero resolution and negotiations for office buildings.

• Resolution 2021-33: Authorizing participation in Florida's opioid settlement agreement.
• Ordinance 2021-46: Third budget amendment for FY 2020-2021, first reading.
• Ordinance 2021-43: Rezoning 0.30 acres near Port Malabar Boulevard from IU to RS-2, final reading.
• Ordinance 2021-47: Changing Future Land Use for 9.53 acres near Mara Loma Boulevard to Multiple Family Residential.
• Resolution 2021-34: Conditional use for gas/fuel sales on Dixie Highway (1.76 acres).

CDAB

The regular meeting of the Palm Bay Community Development Advisory Board scheduled for June 30, 2021, at City Hall Council Chambers was cancelled.

IAOB

The Infrastructure Advisory & Oversight Board will meet to discuss the city’s stormwater system, FDOT traffic volume data for 2020, and average daily traffic counts on Malabar Road between Minton Road and Garvey Road. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

City Council Workshop

The Palm Bay City Council held a workshop to receive a staff update on the City's operational audit performed by the Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC). The Council also reviewed criteria and project priorities for the City's American Rescue Plan funding.

• Staff update regarding the City's operational audit performed by the Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC)
• Review of criteria and project priorities for the City's American Rescue Plan funding

SAB

The Palm Bay Sustainability Advisory Board will meet to review and discuss the city’s Sustainability Action Plan, including a development update from the City Manager. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

City Council Workshop

The City Council is holding a workshop to review the mid-year status of the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget and discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The agenda includes a presentation on strategic accomplishments, fund balances, revenue and expenditure estimates, enterprise funds, funding requests, and millage rate options. No formal decisions are being made at this workshop; it is a discussion session.

• FY2021 year-end estimates: revenues $82.2M, expenditures $79.7M, surplus $2.47M
• FY2022 base budget estimates: revenues $81.25M, expenditures $81.0M, surplus $249K
• FY2022 funding requests total $38.9M, including $15.6M from General Fund
• Millage rate options: maintain current 7.8378 mils or reduce to 3% CAP 7.6892 mils
• G.O. bond debt millage rate increases from 0.7529 to 1.3550 mils for FY2022

BCRA

The Palm Bay Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a special meeting to consider the adoption of minutes from the May 6, 2021 budget workshop and discuss the annual financial audit report for fiscal year 2019-2020.

• Consideration of the Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency Annual Financial Audit Report for Fiscal Year 2019-2020
• Adoption of minutes from the Bayfront CRA Budget Workshop on May 6, 2021

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will hold its regular meeting to adopt minutes, approve departmental budget amendments, and vote on final readings of several ordinances. The council will also address multiple board vacancies and consider a proclamation for Juneteenth.

• North Regional Water Treatment Plant rehabilitation, Change Order 2 – Utilities Department (Eau Gallie Electric, $151,603)
• Budget amendment allocating $20,494 for a new Housing Program Specialist II position
• Transfer of $1,587 from Fire Rescue to Information Technology for air cards
• Reallocation of $24,152 for iPhones and tablets for key Parks staff
• Final readings for six ordinances creating new city departments (Information Technology, Public Works, Parks and Facilities, Utilities)

Special Magistrate

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will meet to review eight petitions for relief regarding property code violations. The magistrate will also adopt minutes from the May 19, 2021, meeting.

• Petition for 3279 Galleon Ave, NE (Justin Hanson)
• Petition for 2511 Vernon Dr, NE (Fadi M. Zinati)
• Petition for 171 Carillo St, NE (FP Consultants LLC)
• Petition for 1262 Port Malabar Blvd, NE (Johnnie Mae Scott)
• Petition for 458 Wayland Rd, SW (Cynthia Legg)

Special Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will hold public hearings on several land use and zoning changes, including a major proposal to redevelop the former Port Malabar Shopping Center site into a denser Bayfront Mixed Use project with up to 412 residential units. The agenda also includes smaller rezoning and variance requests, plus a conditional use for commercial development and a final subdivision approval.

• Ordinance 2021-40: Change 10.3 acres at Dixie Hwy & Port Malabar Blvd from Mixed Use to Bayfront Mixed Use (Eztopeliz, LLC)
• Ordinance 2021-41: Rezone same 10.3 acres from PCRD to BMU (Bayfront Mixed Use District)
• Ordinance 2021-42/43: Change 0.30 acres near Clearmont St & Sadnet Circle from Public/Semi-Public to Single-Family Residential and rezone from IU to RS-2
• Ordinance 2021-44: Change 2.83 acres west of Tripoli Rd & Walsh Ave from Utilities/Recreation to Single-Family Residential
• Resolution 2021-22: Conditional use for 12.32 acres east of Babcock St, south of Palm Bay Rd for commercial development

CEB

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board will hear 48 cases involving alleged property violations such as unapproved structures, maintenance issues, and zoning breaches. The board will also adopt minutes from the May 12, 2021 meeting and authorize fines for violations.

• Jeffrey A. Shepherd et al at 2756 Myers Dr NE (fail to maintain/vacant property)
• L & Y Investments LLC at 2682 Palm Bay Rd NE (code violation hearing)
• Alfred R. Agarie at 4371 Dixie Hwy NE (permit/transportation & drainage issue)
• Miguel Angel Munoz Prieto at 2875 Stearns Ave NE (unapproved fence)
• James J. Peters Jr. at 1757 Big Cypress St NE (prohibited use/shed)

BCRA

The Palm Bay Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to consider an amendment to the Redevelopment Incentive Agreement with Northshore Development, LLC. Commissioners will also review previous meeting minutes from May 2021.

• Consideration of an amendment to the Redevelopment Incentive Agreement between Bayfront CRA and Northshore Development, LLC
• Adoption of minutes from the Bayfront CRA Special Meetings on May 11, 2021, and May 17, 2021

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will hold its regular meeting to decide on multiple ordinances, contracts, and funding allocations. Items include first readings of several code amendments, approval of a $655,094 playground replacement contract, and a $253,889 culvert pipe replacement bid. The council will also consider budget amendments for sewer rehabilitation and senior center equipment.

• Award of $655,094 playground replacements at nine locations (Advanced Recreational Concepts)
• Award of $253,889 culvert pipe replacement on Tranter Avenue (Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc.)
• First readings of seven ordinances creating or amending city departments (Chapters 41-44, 30, 36, 38, 39)
• Allocation of $14,391 for sewer main rehabilitation and $558,042 annual increase for FY2021
• Consideration of $48,000 contract renewal for state lobbying services (Sunrise Consulting Group, LLC)

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Palm Bay Planning & Zoning Board will review and vote on several zoning variances, conditional uses, and land-use amendments at this meeting. Items include screen-enclosure setback variances, a fuel-sales conditional use for a marina site, and multiple future land-use map amendments for large residential and mixed-use projects.

• Variance V-9-2021: Allow 8-foot rear-yard setback encroachment for screen enclosure at 200 Haverford Lane NE
• Conditional Use CU-18-2021: Retail fuel sales approval sought for Palm Bay Marina at 4350 Dixie Highway NE
• Text amendment T-19-2021: Proposed code update to regulate golf-cart communities
• Future Land Use Map amendment CP-6-2021: Change 9.51-acre parcel from single-family to multi-family residential near Mara Loma Boulevard SE
• Final Plat FS-2-2021: Approval sought for 7-lot mixed-use subdivision Northshore at Palm Bay at Robert J. Conlan Boulevard and FEC Railway

RAB

The Palm Bay Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to appoint a chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary, review its purpose, and discuss community outreach plans. No substantive decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

IAOB

The Infrastructure Advisory & Oversight Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily to receive an update on road paving and micro surfacing repairs. The agenda includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes and public comments, but no other substantive items are listed.

• Update on Road Paving Micro Surfacing Repair

State of The City Message

The Palm Bay City Council will hold a State of the City message followed by a regular meeting. They will hear an update on opioid litigation and consider several ordinances, including final approvals for two residential subdivisions and a preliminary plan for another. The consent agenda includes multiple fund appropriations and a co-sponsorship request for Caribbean American Heritage Month events.

• Final reading of Ordinance 2021-27 for Cypress Bay West Phase 1 PUD (77.52 acres, south of Mara Loma Blvd, west of Babcock St)
• Final reading of Ordinance 2021-28 for Chaparral Phase 3 PUD (68.82 acres, west of Flying U Lane)
• Resolution 2021-19 for Richmond Cove PUD preliminary plan (60.22 acres, west of Gaynor Drive)
• Appropriation of $300,000 from Building Department fund balance for contracted building services
• Co-sponsorship of three BCASCA events with waived fees totaling $14,775.13

Special Magistrate

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a regular meeting on May 19, 2021, at City Hall. The agenda includes the adoption of previous meeting minutes and three petitions for relief related to code enforcement cases.

• Petition for Relief 18859-18 for DI Real Estate Holdings at 4700 Dixie Hwy NE
• Petition for Relief 19875-19 for 2018-4 IH Borrower at 1025 St John's St SE
• Petition for Relief 20655-20 for Frankie B. Ramsook at 286 Hoffer Ave NW

CDAB

The Palm Bay Community Development Advisory Board will meet to score and evaluate CDBG funding requests for the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan. The board will also discuss a CARES Substantial Amendment to the Program Year 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan, the FY 2021-2022 HOME Allocation, and hear agency application presentations.

• FY 2022 CDBG Agency Application Presentations
• Scoring and evaluation of CDBG funding requests for FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan
• CARES Substantial Amendment to Program Year 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan
• FY 2021-2022 HOME Allocation

SAB

The Sustainability Advisory Board will meet to discuss the development of the 2020 Sustainability Action Plan. The agenda also includes an informational item regarding upcoming meetings and events.

• Discussion of 2020 Sustainability Action Plan development
• Review of upcoming meetings and events

BCRA

The Palm Bay Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency holds a special meeting to discuss old and new business. The agenda includes consideration of purchase offers for Pelican Harbor Marina parcels, alongside standard consent agenda and public comment items.

• Consideration of purchase offers for Pelican Harbor Marina parcels

CEB

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board will meet to conduct hearings on 45 alleged property code violations. The board will also review authorization to impose fines and address one item of old business regarding 1640 Water DR NE.

• Hearing for CEB#20711-20 at 1640 Water DR NE
• 45 individual code enforcement hearings regarding property maintenance, parking, and other violations
• Authorization to Impose Fines report

BCRA

The Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency is holding a special meeting to consider two old business items: an amendment to a redevelopment incentive agreement with Northshore Development, LLC, and purchase offers for Pelican Harbor Marina parcels. The meeting also includes consent agenda items, adoption of minutes from two prior special meetings, and public comments.

• Amendment to Redevelopment Incentive Agreement with Northshore Development, LLC
• Purchase offers for Pelican Harbor Marina parcels
• Adoption of minutes from March 18 and March 31, 2021 special meetings

SAB

The Sustainability Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to review the draft of the 2020 Sustainability Action Plan. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the discussion is informational.

BCRA

The Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency holds a budget workshop to review the Fiscal Year 2022 Proposed Budget for the Bayfront CRA. Public comments on agenda items are permitted during consideration of each item, with a three-minute limit for non-agenda items.

• Fiscal Year 2022 Proposed Budget of the Bayfront CRA

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will decide on two large single-family residential subdivisions (Cypress Bay West Phase 1 and Chaparral Phase 3) and vote on $624,591 in construction and engineering contracts. They will also hear final votes on several ordinances, including changes to sign rules and a land-use hearing time limit. Four board vacancies and travel requests for city staff are also on the agenda.

• Award of $338,519 culvert pipe replacement contract for Emerson Drive at Canal C-51 (Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc.)
• Approve $246,077 road paving change order for Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 27, 35, 43, and 47 (VA Paving, Inc.)
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-27 approving Cypress Bay West Phase 1 PUD (77.52 acres, south of Mara Loma Blvd, west of Babcock St)
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-28 approving Chaparral Phase 3 PUD (68.82 acres, west of Flying U Lane, south of Malabar Rd)
• Consider $285,000 construction funding for Tranter Avenue culvert replacement at Melbourne Tillman Water Control District Canal C41R

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Palm Bay Planning and Zoning Board is considering several land-use and zoning changes, including a large-scale Future Land Use Map amendment and rezoning for the Advantis on the Bay property, a 68-lot final plat for Country Club Lakes Estates Phase 4, and multiple variances and conditional uses. The board will also review a text amendment to modify BMU district provisions. Several items were continued to the June 2 meeting.

• CP-4-2021/CPZ-4-2021: Advantis on the Bay - amend 10.3 acres from MU to BMU and PCRD to BMU at Dixie Highway NE and Port Malabar Boulevard NE
• FS-1-2021: Country Club Lakes Estates 4 - final plat for 68-lot single-family subdivision on 32.31 acres near Riviera Drive NE and Country Club Drive NE
• CU-17-2021: Palm Bay Shopping Center at Babcock - conditional use for retail sales on 12.32 acres at 4711 Babcock Street NE
• V-15-2021: variance for detached garage encroaching 10 ft into side setback at 1015 Wabash Road SE
• T-8-2021: text amendment to modify BMU, Bayfront Mixed Use District provisions

RAB

The Recreation Advisory Board regular meeting scheduled for May 4, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, public comments, reports, new business, adjournment) and no substantive business items.

• Meeting cancelled

SAB

The Sustainability Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss the development of the 2020 Sustainability Action Plan. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is procedural with informational items.

Community Development Advisory Board Meeting

The Community Development Advisory Board will hold a procedural meeting with no new business or ordinances listed. The agenda includes roll call, adoption of minutes, and public comments, but no decisions or discussions are specified.

IAOB

This is a procedural meeting of the Palm Bay Infrastructure Advisory & Oversight Board. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; the board will receive updates on infrastructure projects and drainage improvements.

SAB

The Palm Bay Sustainability Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the city's communications and outreach overview, future presentations, and the 2020 Sustainability Action Plan Draft Development, specifically the education component. The board will also adopt minutes from its March 24 regular meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Consideration of the City's communications and outreach overview
• Discussion of 2020 Sustainability Action Plan Draft Development - Education
• Adoption of minutes from Regular Meeting 2021-04 (March 24, 2021)
• Future presentations to the Board and other activities
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

CDAB

The Community Development Advisory Board will hear presentations from agencies applying for CDBG-CV3 funds, then score and evaluate the requests as part of the FY 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan CARES Act Amendment. The board will also consider adopting minutes from the March 17, 2021 meeting and receive an informational staff report.

• CDBG-CV3 agency application presentations
• Scoring and evaluation of CDBG-CV3 funding requests
• Adoption of minutes from March 17, 2021 regular meeting
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

SM

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a regular hearing on April 21, 2021, to consider petitions for relief from five property owners. The agenda lists the petitioners and their addresses but does not specify the nature of the violations or requested relief.

• Vital Philistin, 2391 Mantilla Ave SE (case 20501-20)
• Rose and Leo Badalamenti, 1398 Athens Dr NE (case 19776-19)
• Stephen R. Smith, 1627 Jacinto Ave NW (case 19957-19)
• Denise Hunt, 788 Walmsley St SW (case 20650-20)
• Elsa Berry, 973 Ivanhoe St NW (case 20656-20)

Code Enforcement Board Magistrate Meeting

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board will conduct a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or hearings. The agenda includes roll call, swearing in, and reports, followed by adjournment.

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will meet to decide on final readings of four ordinances, including budget amendments and changes to real property nuisance rules. They will also consider surplus property designations for public sale and grant applications for police K-9 equipment and environmental projects.

• Pool slide contract for Palm Bay Aquatic Center awarded to AuMiller Pools LLC ($192,000 + $9,600 contingencies)
• South Regional Water Treatment Plant expansion change order ($138,466)
• Ordinance 2021-21 amending real property nuisance rules for unimproved lots
• Consideration of surplus property sales for City-owned real estate
• Grant application for K-9 heat alarm kit through National Police Dog Foundation

CEB

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board met on April 14, 2021, to review 47 property-related cases, including violations like unpermitted structures, junk vehicles, and failure to maintain roofs or pools. The board also adopted minutes from previous meetings and scheduled the next meeting for May 12, 2021.

• 47 property violation cases reviewed, including unpermitted structures (e.g., 1674 Holbrook Rd NW), junk vehicles (e.g., 717 Rostock Cir NW), and failure to maintain roofs (e.g., 1965 Danr Dr NE)
• Case CEB#21974-21: City of Palm Bay vs Ramsey O. Agarie (1965 Danr Dr NE)
• Permit violation at 105 Ring Ave NE (Stephen Register)
• Parking violations in front yards (e.g., 3179 Tropical Cir SE)
• Failure to maintain pools (e.g., 2784 Snapdragon Dr)

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Palm Bay Planning & Zoning Board will decide on four new single-family subdivisions totaling 743 lots and two rear-yard setback variances for screen enclosures. The board will also discuss a proposed sign-code update for wayfinding and wall signs.

• V-9-2021: Variance for 8-ft rear-yard encroachment by screen enclosure at 200 Haverford Lane NE
• V-10-2021: Variance for 6-ft side setback and 8-ft encroachment by pool/screen at 3107 Telesca Road SE
• FD-11-2021: Final plan for 229-lot Cypress Bay West Phase I PUD south of Mara Loma Boulevard SE
• FD-12-2021: Final plan for 165-lot Chaparral Phase III PUD south of Malabar Road SW
• PD-13-2021: Preliminary plan for 149-lot Richmond Cove PUD west of Gaynor Drive SW

RAB

The Palm Bay Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss routine items and three new business topics: renaming Castaway Point Park, appointing a Vice-Chairman and Secretary, and appointing a Chairman. The board will also hear a report from the Parks and Recreation Director.

• Consideration of renaming Castaway Point Park
• Appointment of Vice-Chairman and Secretary
• Appointment of Chairman

Code Enforcement Board Magistrate Meeting

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board Magistrate Meeting on April 1, 2021, will conduct a public hearing on a property maintenance violation at 2003 Michels Drive NE. The board will also review a test item and a separate property case, but no substantive decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Hearing for John E. Love at 2003 Michels Dr NE (Fail to Maintain)
• Test item review (no details provided)
• Case 21891 for Richard Gilmore at 123 Main Street (no description given)

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will open applications for five advisory board vacancies and consider first readings of ordinances that would rename the Sustainability Board, update nuisance-property rules, and rezone 23.862 acres near Jupiter Boulevard and Brevard Avenue. The meeting also includes public hearings on solid-waste franchise updates and easement vacations, plus a consent agenda with contracts totaling $208,234.

• Two vacancies on the Building Construction Advisory Committee
• One vacancy on the Business Improvement District Board
• Ordinance 2021-20 renaming the Sustainability Board and revising quorum
• Ordinance 2021-22 rezoning 23.862 acres at Jupiter Blvd & Brevard Ave from Single Family to Multiple Family & Commercial
• Miscellaneous contracts: Mobile generator $138,698 and Nash Street Repump Station $69,536

BCRA

The Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency will discuss two old-business items: a textual amendment to the Bayfront Mixed Use District zoning rules and a commercial brokerage contract for CRA-owned property. A Letter of Intent from Mainstreet Capital Partners is also on the agenda under other agency business.

• Textual amendment to Section 185.058 (Bayfront Mixed Use District)
• Commercial brokerage services for CRA-owned property
• Letter of Intent from Mainstreet Capital Partners

SB

The Palm Bay Sustainability Board will meet to review proposed amendments to Chapter 52 of the City Code of Ordinances. The board will also hold a discussion regarding the development of the 2020 Sustainability Action Plan.

• Amendments to Chapter 52 of the City of Palm Bay Code of Ordinances
• 2020 Sustainability Action Plan development discussion
• Adoption of minutes from January 27, 2021 and February 8, 2021 meetings

IAOB

The Infrastructure Advisory & Oversight Board will review the Madden Avenue endorsement, the status of Unit 49, and the addition of Osmosis Drive. They will also continue their review of the board's by-laws, hear a presentation on types of road improvements, and receive a presentation on the Emerald Lakes development. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Review Madden Avenue Endorsement; Status of Unit 49; Addition of Osmosis Drive
• Review of By-Laws (continued from February 2021 meeting)
• Presentation on Types of Road Improvement
• Emerald Lakes Development Presentation

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will meet to discuss various municipal contracts, grant applications, and ordinances. Key agenda items include the consideration of Letters of Intent for the purchase of Pelican Harbor Marina, the GO Road Bond Paving Program, and several public hearings regarding city code amendments and development plans.

• Water quality restoration feasibility study for Turkey Creek ($149,000)
• Reverse Osmosis Rehabilitation Engineering contract ($158,145)
• Additional funding for Safe Routes to School project ($18,421)
• GO Road Bond Paving Program Phase 3 ($44,030,177)
• Final Development Plan for The Preserves at Stonebriar Phase II

BCRA

The Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency will hear a 2020 annual report, vote on a budget amendment to record additional revenue, and consider letters of interest for Pelican Harbor Marina parcels. It will also discuss a textual amendment to the Bayfront Mixed Use District zoning rules and potential commercial brokerage services for CRA-owned property.

• Bayfront CRA 2020 Annual Report
• Budget amendment to record additional revenue
• Letters of Interest (LOI) for Pelican Harbor Marina parcels
• Textual amendment to Chapter 185.058 (Bayfront Mixed Use District)
• Commercial brokerage services for CRA-owned property

CDAB

The Community Development Advisory Board meets to discuss and score applications for CDBG-CV3 funding under the FY 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan CARES Act Amendment. The board will also review the FY 2019-2020 CAPER report and hear agency presentations for CDBG-CV3 funding.

• Scoring and evaluation of CDBG-CV3 funding requests for FY 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan CARES Act Amendment
• FY 2019-2020 CAPER review
• CDBG-CV3 Agency Application Presentations

Special Magistrate

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will meet to review two petitions for relief regarding property code violations. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the February 10, 2021, meeting.

• Petition for relief: 16980-15, Barbara S. Lesser, 770 Cornelia Dr. SE
• Petition for relief: 19-453-18, Darnell Dodard, 993 Slocum ST NW
• Adoption of minutes from February 10, 2021

CEB

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board meets to hear 44 cases involving property violations such as unmaintained fences, damaged culverts, and improper parking. The board will also adopt minutes from previous meetings and hear a report on fines authorization.

• CEB#20767-21: Hearing for Mayuri Investment Props LLC at 1170 Malabar Rd SE
• 21972: Jeffrey George cited for failing to maintain property at 2551 Chatham Way NE
• 21976: Ronald Gordon cited for failing to maintain fence at 2107 Pelham St NE
• 21977-21978: Ocean Blue 3 LLC cited for fuel tank and refueling permit issues at 2575 Doreatha Fields
• 22003: Keirsten Coyle cited for damaged culvert at 754 Seven Gables Cir

Code Enforcement Board Magistrate Meeting

The Code Enforcement Board is meeting to conduct a hearing on case 20123-20, which is the only substantive item on the agenda. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and reports.

• Hearing on case 20123-20

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will hold a public hearing on a 28.9-acre single-family residential planned unit development called The Preserves at Stonebriar Phase II. They will also vote on ordinances modifying quasi-judicial procedures, zoning protests, and public hearing rules. The meeting includes $1.1M in contracts for pipe repairs, water planning, and vehicle purchases.

• Ordinance 2021-11: Final Development Plan approval for The Preserves at Stonebriar Phase II (28.878 acres)
• Contract: Malabar Road pipe repair project, Change Order 1 ($114,958)
• Contract: Water Master Plan update, Task Order 21-07-IS ($224,230)
• Contract: Cooperative Purchase, TV Inspection Vehicle ($185,452)
• Consideration of exceeding SHIP Emergency Repair strategy award by $5,000 for 931 Crocus Street NE

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Palm Bay Planning and Zoning Board met to consider old and new business items, including a withdrawn conditional use request for chemical and petroleum storage, a comprehensive plan amendment and zoning change for Jupiter Bay, and a rear setback variance for a swimming pool. The agenda also includes the adoption of previous meeting minutes from February 3, 2021.

• CU-5-2021: A withdrawn conditional use request by FAR Research, Inc. for the storage of liquified petroleum products and chemicals in an HI Heavy Industrial District on .46 acres south of Rowena Drive NE.
• CP-1-2021: A large-scale Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment for Jupiter Bay (Sachs Capital Group, LP) changing 23.862 acres from Single Family to Multiple-Family Residential and Commercial Use at Jupiter Boulevard SE and Brevard Avenue SE.
• CPZ-1-2021: A zoning amendment for Jupiter Bay (Sachs Capital Group, LP) from Rural Residential to RM-10 Single-, Two-, Multiple-Family Residential and Neighborhood Commercial on 23.862 acres at Jupiter Boulevard SE and Brevard Avenue SE.
• V-7-2021: A variance request by Richard J. DeFay for a swimming pool and screen room enclosure to encroach 6 feet into the 10-foot rear accessory structure setback at 526 De Leon Court NW.

RAB

The Recreation Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with public comments and a report from the Parks and Recreation Director. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Public comments period
• Parks and Recreation report by Director Fred Poppe

City Council Workshop

The Palm Bay City Council workshop discussed an anti-corruption presentation by FBI Special Agent Andrew Sekela. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Anti-Corruption Presentation by Andrew Sekela, FBI Special Agent

IAOB

The Infrastructure Advisory & Oversight Board will hold its February 22, 2021 meeting to conduct organizational business and review infrastructure projects. The board will elect leadership, review by-laws, and discuss the GO Road Bond Program, including an endorsement for Phase 3.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Review of by-laws
• Consideration of regular meeting dates and times
• GO Road Bond Program Overview and Phase 3 Endorsement

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on multiple zoning ordinances, approve contracts, and address board vacancies. Key items include land-use changes for residential development, approval of a police academy sponsorship, and the permanent closure of Osmosis Drive for safety during utility construction.

• Ordinance 2021-07: Rezone 9.99 acres from Single Family to Multiple Family Residential (Country Club Drive area)
• Resolution 2021-09: Permanent closure of Osmosis Drive for South Regional Utilities Campus construction safety
• Resolution 2021-10: Approve preliminary development plan for 'The Reserve at Country Club Lake Estates' (74.24 acres)
• Resolution 2021-11: Conditional use permit for mining/excavation expansion west of Babcock Street (19.93 acres)
• Resolution 2021-12: Approve preliminary development plan for 'Cypress Bay West Phase I PUD' (77.52 acres)

BCRA

The Bayfront Community Redevelopment Agency is holding a special meeting to consider a letter of intent regarding the Pelican Harbor Marina parcels. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from a prior meeting and routine consent items. Public comments are limited to three minutes for non-agenda items.

• Letter of Intent – Pelican Harbor Marina parcels
• Adoption of minutes from Bayfront CRA Regular Meeting 2020-06 (December 3, 2020)

CDAB

The Community Development Advisory Board will meet to discuss an amendment to the board's Code of Ordinances and a CARES Act amendment to the 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan. The board will also review minutes from their January 20, 2021, special meeting and receive a staff report.

• Amendment to Community Development Advisory Board, Code of Ordinances
• CARES Substantial Amendment to Program Year 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan
• Adoption of minutes from January 20, 2021 special meeting

City Council Workshop

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss strategies for attracting and retaining businesses in Palm Bay. The session will cover proposed economic development tools, including tax abatements, fee waivers, and site development grants, as well as marketing and retention efforts.

• Proposed graduated Ad Valorem Tax (AVT) abatement schedule
• Commercial Façade Improvement 50/50 matching grant program
• Proposed fee waivers for building permits, rezoning, and site plan reviews
• Discussion of $100,000 Economic Base Analysis commissioned in the FY 2021 budget
• Potential use of overlay districts for Malabar Road, Palm Bay Road, Babcock Road, U.S. 1, and Robert J. Conlan Blvd.

CEB

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board will review 82 cases at this regular meeting, including fines for unpaid violations and hearings on property maintenance issues like junk vehicles, parking violations, and roof maintenance. One old business item involves a $200 fine for a property at 872 Vance Cir NE that requires daily fines due to ongoing violations.

• $200 flat fine for Shaula Malie Bauer, 872 Vance Cir NE (daily fines required)
• Hearing for John E Love, 2003 Michels Dr NE (fail to maintain)
• Hearing for EztopeIiz LLC, 4600 Dixie Hwy NE (junk vehicle)
• Hearing for Irene Hollos Estate, 311 Brookedge St NE (fail to maintain)
• Hearing for Debbie Tribbie, 1051 Dusseldorf Ave (junk vehicle)

SB

The Sustainability Board is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the draft 2020 Sustainability Action Plan, presented by a Florida Institute of Technology intern. The board will consider the plan's development and take public comments on agenda items. No final decisions are listed; the agenda focuses on discussion and review.

• Review of 2020 Sustainability Action Plan Draft
• Discussion of 2020 Sustainability Action Plan Draft Development
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will meet to discuss various administrative and operational items, including utility service contracts and the reinstatement of an infrastructure advisory board. Several public hearings originally scheduled for this meeting have been rescheduled to February 18, 2021.

• Award of $90,000 annual contract to Advanced Laboratories, Inc. for utility lab services
• Purchase of a bucket truck from Altec Industries, Inc. for $149,202
• Award of $824,000 contract to Odyssey Manufacturing Company for water treatment plant equipment
• Award of $921,044 contract to VA Paving, Inc. for road bond paving
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-06 to reinstate the Infrastructure Advisory and Oversight Board

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss final development plans for a 171-lot single-family project, a conditional use permit for chemical storage in an industrial district, and proposed amendments to the city's code regarding public hearings and protest petitions. The board will also review the final plat for the Sabal Palm Square commercial development. These items are part of the board's role as an advisory body to the City Council.

• Final plat for Sabal Palm Square (13.71 acres) at Babcock Street NE and Palm Bay Road NE
• Final Development Plan for The Preserves at Stonebriar Phase II (171-lot single-family development)
• Conditional use permit for FAR Research, Inc. to store liquified petroleum and chemicals in a Heavy Industrial District
• Textual amendment to City Code Chapter 51 (Public Hearings) and Chapter 185 (Zoning Code) regarding protest petitions

RAB

The Recreation Advisory Board will meet to conduct administrative business, including the election of a Vice Chairperson. Members will also consider a proposal from Councilman Foster to name two fields at the Roberto Clemente Walker Baseball Complex.

• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Consideration of naming two fields at the Roberto Clemente Walker Baseball Complex

City Council Workshop

The City Council is holding a workshop to review the budget process and fund structures, including revenue sources, spending, and the 3% cap on property tax increases. The presentation covers fund types, budget timelines, and the upcoming FY 2022 budget kick-off.

• General Fund FY 2021 approved budget: $75,291,296
• Property taxes are the largest revenue source at 47% of the General Fund
• Police and Fire departments account for 51.3% of General Fund spending
• First installment of $50 million G.O. Road Program bonds secured by a separate debt levy millage
• FY 2022 Budget Kick-Off scheduled for February 25, 2021

SB

The Palm Bay Sustainability Board is holding a special meeting to elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, review its by-laws, and set its 2021 meeting schedule. The board will also receive a presentation on Florida's Sunshine Law and consider adopting minutes from its September 2020 meeting. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Review of by-laws
• Proposed Board Meeting Schedule for 2021
• Review of Sunshine Law by Deputy City Attorney Erich Messenger
• Adoption of minutes from September 29, 2020 meeting

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will meet to decide on three rezoning ordinances, approve a $949,280 road-paving contract, and vote on several budget amendments including a $200,000 state grant match and $202,398 in building-department funding. The meeting will also include final readings for two development-plan approvals and a quasi-judicial rezoning case.

• Ordinance 2021-01 rezoning 1-acre near Zanzibar Road from IU to RS-2 (Case Z-38-2020)
• Award of $949,280 road-paving contract for Port Malabar segment (IFB 16-0-2021)
• Consideration of $200,000 reallocation to match state grant for baffle-box nutrient-separator installation
• Consideration of $154,471 for two new Building Department positions and $47,927 for two vehicles
• Consideration of $15,000 renewal of Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce trustee membership

CDAB

The Community Development Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to score and evaluate CDBG-CV1 funding requests for the FY 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan CARES Act Amendment. The board will also elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, consider amending its bylaws, and review the 2021 meeting schedule. Presentations include an update on Fire Station 5 and CDBG-CV agency applications.

• Scoring and evaluation of CDBG-CV1 funding requests for FY 2019-2020 CARES Act Amendment
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Amendment to CDAB Bylaws
• 2021 Proposed CDAB Meeting Schedule
• Fire Station 5 Update Presentation

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Palm Bay Planning and Zoning Board will hold a special meeting to consider several land-use and zoning items, including continuations, amendments, and new development proposals. The board will also adopt minutes from a prior meeting. Several items are quasi-judicial proceedings.

• Final plat for Sabal Palm Square, a 3-lot commercial development near Babcock Street NE and Palm Bay Road NE (request to continue to 02/03/2021)
• Amendment to conditional use for Babcock LLC to expand mining excavation of a borrow pit in a GU district
• Comprehensive Plan amendment (CP-10-2020) and zoning amendment (CPZ-10-2020) for SKA Properties, 15.52 acres near Glenham Drive NE, from single-family to multiple-family residential
• Comprehensive Plan amendment (CP-1-2021) for Jupiter Bay, 23.87 acres at Jupiter Boulevard SE and Brevard Avenue SE, from single-family to multiple-family and commercial (request to continue to 03/03/2021)
• Preliminary Development Plans for The Reserve at Country Club Lake Estates (154 single-family homes and 46 duplex units) and Cypress Bay West Phase I (229 single-family homes)

CEB

The Palm Bay Code Enforcement Board will hold hearings on 95 code enforcement cases, most involving unmaintained properties (NSVT). The board will also consider authorizing fines and continue one case from a prior hearing. The agenda is largely routine enforcement matters.

• Authorization to impose fines
• Continued case CEB#20616-20 against Andrew J Maniscalco at 1136 Wyoming DR SE
• 95 hearings for violations including overgrown lots, rubbish, junk vehicles, and failure to maintain
• Cases include commercial vehicle parking at Desert Dog Surplus LLC, 3060 Dixie Hwy NE
• Next meeting scheduled for February 10, 2021

Regular Council Meeting

The Palm Bay City Council will discuss and consider a regular meeting agenda including a $50,000,000 general obligation bond for roadway improvements, various contract awards and renewals, and several public hearings on municipal code amendments. Key agenda items involve culvert replacements, public safety software maintenance, building inspection services, and a wastewater master plan update. Additionally, the council will address appointments, budget amendments, and new business items concerning city facilities and administration.

• Award of Bid for culvert pipe replacement to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. ($166,445)
• Contract renewal for Superion public safety software maintenance with Central Square ($106,300)
• Spending authority increase for Building Services inspection and plan review ($560,000 total contract value)
• Task Order 21-04-IS for Wastewater Master Plan update with Infrastructure Solutions Services ($244,260)
• Resolution 2021-04 authorizing issuance of up to $50,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for roadway improvements

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting

The Palm Bay Planning and Zoning Board will hold a regular meeting on January 6, 2021, to consider several development proposals, including a 229-home subdivision, a 154-home and duplex project, and a 154-lot tiny home and commercial development. The board will also review land use and zoning amendments, and a request to expand a mining borrow pit. Two items are scheduled for continuation to the next meeting, and one development plan has been withdrawn.

• PD-3-2021: Cypress Bay West Phase I – 229 single-family homes on 77.52 acres south of Mara Loma Boulevard SE
• PD-2-2021: The Reserve at Country Club Lake Estates – 154 single-family homes and 46 duplex units on 74.24 acres north of Country Club Drive NE
• PD-1-2021: Jupiter Bay – 154-lot tiny home and commercial development (WITHDRAWN)
• CU-37-2020: Babcock LLC – amendment to expand mining excavation of a borrow pit in GU district
• CP-1-2021: Jupiter Bay – land use amendment from Single Family to Multiple-Family and Commercial (request to continue to 02/03/2021)

RAB

The Palm Bay Recreation Advisory Board held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed on the agenda. The meeting covered only procedural items such as roll call, public comments, and a parks department report, with no rezonings, contracts, or ordinances proposed.