West Melbourne public meetings in 2025

City Council

The council will consider a public hearing to approve the amended development agreement and conceptual Master Development Plan for Project Zeppelin, with a condition to coordinate a new traffic signal at the US 192 and Milky Way intersection. They will also act on several land‑use and zoning items, including changing the future land‑use designation of a 6.12‑acre site at Minton Road and Heritage Lakes Boulevard from Commercial to Institutional, and rezoning a neighboring 6.12‑acre “Oceancrest” property to Institutional (P‑1) with approval of a nursing‑home concept plan. Additional actions include approving the final plat for the Space Coast Town Centre West Phase 2 subdivision and authorizing contracts totaling $101,496.39 for a skate‑park bleacher and shade‑sail project.

• Approve amended development agreement for Project Zeppelin with traffic‑signal coordination at US 192 & Milky Way
• Amend future land‑use map for 6.12‑acre site at Minton Rd & Heritage Lakes Blvd from Commercial to Institutional (Ordinance No. 2025‑25)
• Rezone 6.12‑acre “Oceancrest” property at Minton Rd & Heritage Oaks Blvd to Institutional (P‑1) and approve nursing‑home concept plan (Ordinance No. 2025‑26)
• Approve final plat for “Space Coast Town Centre West Phase 2” subdivision with performance‑bond and infrastructure conditions
• Authorize contracts for Skate Park Bleacher & Shade Sail Project totaling $101,496.39

The council voted 6-1 to approve the revised Development Agreement and Conceptual Master Plan for Project Zeppelin, adding a condition to coordinate a new traffic signal with FDOT and local agencies. A separate motion allowing Council Member Pat Bentley to appear via Zoom passed unanimously (6-0). No other substantive motions were recorded as decided.

• Allowed Council Member Pat Bentley to appear via Zoom (unanimous 6-0)
• Approved revised Development Agreement and Conceptual Master Plan for Project Zeppelin with traffic‑signal coordination condition (6-1)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The West Melbourne-Brevard County Joint Community Redevelopment Agency will select new leadership for 2026 and approve a resolution setting the board's meeting dates. The agency also authorized the expenditure of $605,154.20 in CRA funds for the Ellis Road Widening project, including $500,000 for a pledge and $75,154.20 for utility relocation design.

• Authorize $605,154.20 for Ellis Road Widening project
• Adopt 2026 CRA meeting schedule
• Select Chair and Vice Chair for 2026
• Approve September 3, 2025 minutes
• Authorize City Manager to expend CRA funds

The agency adjourned at 5:55 p.m. with no further business. No decisions were approved, denied, or tabled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 3, 2026.

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Board will hear multiple public‑hearing items, including comprehensive‑plan amendments, rezoning requests, and development agreements. The board will recommend to City Council on each item, such as the Coraci Slivers proposals, Lennar West Melbourne Townhomes projects, and a code amendment to Chapter 86. The most extensive proposal is a revision to the development agreement and master plan for Project Zeppelin, a 117.23‑acre Amazon‑related site near US 192. All recommendations will be forwarded to City Council for final action.

• SSA‑2025‑09: Small‑scale comprehensive‑plan amendment for Coraci Slivers (≈3.125 acres) at Hollywood & Eber, changing RES‑4 to MD‑RES
• REZ‑2025‑09: Rezoning of Coraci Slivers (≈3.125 acres) from AU to R‑1B and R‑2
• DA‑2025‑05: Development agreement for Coraci Slivers (≈3.125 acres) near Hollywood & Eber
• DA‑2025‑02 & GTWY‑2025‑01: Revision of development agreement and master development plan for Project Zeppelin (≈117.23 acres) on US 192 east of St Johns Heritage Parkway
• LDR‑2025‑02: Staff‑initiated code amendment to Chapter 86, Subdivisions, aligning with updated Florida statutes

The board voted 5‑0 to recommend that City Council approve the Space Coast Town Center West Phase 2 final plat, subject to four conditions outlined in the staff report. The board also approved the Planning and Zoning Board’s 2026 meeting calendar by a 5‑0 vote. No public comments were received.

• Recommend approval of Space Coast Town Center West Phase 2 final plat (5-0)
• Approve Planning and Zoning Board 2026 meeting calendar (5-0)

Youth Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board will meet to appoint a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Members will also discuss the Holiday Tree Lighting Event and define short- and long-term goals for the board.

• Appointment of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Defining list of long- and short-term goals
• Discussion of Holiday Tree Lighting Event

The board appointed Meghana Geddam as Chair, Eshan Vipuil as Vice Chair, and Evelyn Hsieh as Secretary, each motion passing 4‑1. The board unanimously adopted two short‑term goals—creating an Instagram page linked to city Facebook pages and launching outreach through West Shore High School. The board also unanimously adopted a long‑term goal to advocate for youth mental‑health by collaborating with organizations. Members agreed to attend the city’s Holiday Tree Lighting on Dec 5, 2025 and to explore additional events aligned with their goals.

• Appointed Meghana Geddam as Chair (4-1)
• Appointed Eshan Vipuil as Vice Chair (4-1)
• Appointed Evelyn Hsieh as Secretary (4-1)
• Adopted Short‑Term Goal 1: Instagram page linked to city Facebook (5-0)
• Adopted Short‑Term Goal 2: Outreach via West Shore High School (5-0)
• Adopted Long‑Term Goal: Youth mental‑health advocacy collaboration (5-0)
• Decided to attend Holiday Tree Lighting event on Dec 5, 2025 (unanimous agreement)
• Decided to investigate other events for participation (unanimous agreement)

City Council

The council will consider appointing a youth advisory board member and a deputy mayor, approve an addendum to the Promise Café agreement, and authorize up to $410,000 for engineering services on the Ray Bullard Water Reclamation Facility improvement project. It will also adopt the 2026 meeting schedule, review design options for Celebrated Entryways, and receive annual reports and reappointments for several advisory boards.

• Authorize up to $410,000 for a task order with Infrastructure Solution Services for the Ray Bullard WRF BNR Improvement Project
• Approve an addendum to the agreement with Promise Inc. regarding the Promise Café
• Review and direct the preferred design for Celebrated Entryways, including logo options
• Appoint a deputy mayor for a one‑year term
• Consider appointing Arya Kulkarni to the Youth Advisory Board

The council appointed Arya Kulkarni to the Youth Advisory Board (7‑0). Alexis McGuire was selected as Deputy Mayor. The council approved the regular meeting minutes from November 18, 2025 (7‑0). A task order agreement with Infrastructure Solution Services for up to $410,000 was approved by all members. The 2026 council meeting schedule was adopted, removing the January 6 meeting (7‑0). A motion to authorize the City Manager to execute an addendum with Promise Inc. was defeated (4‑3).

• Approved appointment of Arya Kulkarni to Youth Advisory Board (7‑0)
• Selected Alexis McGuire as Deputy Mayor (ballot selection)
• Approved November 18, 2025 regular council minutes (7‑0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute $410,000 task order with Infrastructure Solution Services (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026 council meeting schedule, removing Jan 6 meeting (7‑0)
• Reappointed Board of Adjustment members (7‑0)
• Failed motion to authorize Addendum to Agreement with Promise Inc. (4‑3)

Code Enforcement Board

The board will adopt the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting and then consider two new enforcement cases. Both cases involve the Deborah Ann Raskett Revocable Living Trust at 642 and 658 Lemon Grove Avenue, cited for violations of grass and weed removal, swimming‑pool standards, and inoperable vehicles. The board is expected to issue orders finding the violations.

• Adoption of minutes from the October 16, 2025 Code Enforcement Board meeting
• Case No. 25-0139 – 642 Lemon Grove Ave – violations of Sec. 26-102 (grass/weeds) and Sec. 26-103 (pool standards)
• Case No. 25-0140 – 658 Lemon Grove Ave – violations of Sec. 26-102 (grass/weeds) and Sec. 26-206 (inoperable vehicles)
• Swearing in of individuals presenting testimony
• Adjournment of the November 20, 2025 hearing

The Code Enforcement Board found violations at 642 and 658 Lemon Grove Avenue. It granted each property a 15‑day period to correct the issues, after which a $100 per day fine will accrue. The board also approved the October 16 minutes and excused Vice Chair Kimberly McGibany.

• Excused Vice Chair Kimberly McGibany (6-0)
• Approved October 16, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Found violations at 642 Lemon Grove Ave (6-0)
• Granted 15‑day compliance period for 642 Lemon Grove Ave with $100 daily fine (6-0)
• Found violations at 658 Lemon Grove Ave (6-0)
• Granted 15‑day compliance period for 658 Lemon Grove Ave with $100 daily fine (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is reviewing three design concepts for new celebrated entryways at all city parks. The board is also considering a recommendation to develop the Tallwood Park Master Plan in-house to save an estimated $60,000–$80,000.

• Review of three design options for park entryway and wayfinding signs
• Proposal to move Tallwood Park Master Plan development in-house
• Draft FY26 Budget allocation of $1,100,000 for Parks Master Plan improvements
• Discussion of recreation management software (Xplor) rollout
• Review of shade needs at Clements and Westbrooke

City Council

The City Council will discuss a land use change and rezoning for a 6.12-acre property at Minton Road and Heritage Oaks Boulevard to allow for a nursing home. The body will also consider a software upgrade for the city's resource planning system and a cleanliness ordinance.

• Proposed rezoning of 6.12 acres at Minton Road and Heritage Oaks Boulevard for a 117-bed nursing home
• Enterprise Resource Planning System upgrade with BS&A Software not to exceed $226,835, plus up to $50,000 for travel
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-27 regarding Cleanliness and Sanitation of Premises
• Land Transfer Agreement and Quitclaim Deed with St. Johns River Water Management District
• First Amendment to License for Use of City Right-Of-Way for Hollywood Estates

The West Melbourne City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-25, changing the future land‑use designation of a 6.12‑acre parcel at Minton Road and Heritage Oaks Boulevard from Commercial to Institutional. It also approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-26, rezoning the same parcel from Commercial Parkway (C‑P) with Town Center Overlay to P‑1 Institutional. Finally, the council adopted the nursing‑home concept plan as a binding layout, attaching six specific conditions. All three motions passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-25 to change future land use to Institutional (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-26 to rezone parcel to P-1 Institutional (7-0)
• Approved concept plan as binding layout with six conditions (7-0)

Youth Advisory Board

The West Melbourne Youth Advisory Board will meet to discuss board plans and goals and review upcoming events. The meeting is held at the City Council Chambers on Minton Road.

• Discussion of board plans and goals
• Review of upcoming events
• Explanation of Sunshine Laws
• Future meeting schedule
• Public hearing procedures

The Youth Advisory Board decided to postpone electing a Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary until its next meeting. The board adopted a short‑term goal to create a city Instagram page for sharing municipal information. It scheduled its next meeting for Wednesday, December 3, 2025, and noted the city Tree Lighting event on December 5, 2025. The members agreed that Wednesdays are the preferred meeting day.

• Postponed election of Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary to next meeting
• Adopted short‑term goal to create a city Instagram page
• Scheduled next YAB meeting for Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025
• Noted upcoming City Tree Lighting event on Dec 5, 2025
• Agreed Wednesdays are preferred meeting day for the board

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a request to change the land use and zoning of a 6.12-acre property. The applicant proposes developing a 117-bed, 83,724 square foot nursing home.

• Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment (SSA-2025-04) to change 6.12 acres from Commercial (COM) to Institutional (INST)
• Rezoning request (REZ-2025-06) to change 6.12 acres from Commercial Parkway (C-P) to Institutional (P-1)
• Proposed 117-bed nursing home at the northeast corner of Minton Road and Heritage Lakes Boulevard
• Approval of August 13, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Board voted 4‑0 to recommend the City Council approve the first reading of Ordinance 2025-25, changing the future land use designation from Commercial (COM) to Institutional (INST). It also voted 4‑0 to recommend the City Council approve the first reading of Ordinance 2025-26, rezoning the site from Commercial Parkway (C‑p) to Institutional (P‑1) zoning, subject to five staff‑report conditions and HOA fence control. No public comments were received and the meeting adjourned at 7:27 P.M.

• Recommend City Council approve 1st reading of Ordinance 2025-25 (COM → INST) – passed 4‑0
• Recommend City Council approve 1st reading of Ordinance 2025-26 rezoning C‑p → P‑1 with conditions – passed 4‑0

City Council

The City Council will consider a second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-24 to update the city code regarding impact fees in anticipation of a new water plant. The body will also consider a first reading of an ordinance regarding the cleanliness and sanitation of premises.

• Ordinance No. 2025-24: Impact Fees (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 2025-27: Cleanliness and Sanitation of Premises (first reading)
• Proclamation declaring November 2025 as Native American Heritage Month

The council voted to allow Council Member Stephen Phrampus to attend meetings virtually. It approved Ordinance No. 2025-24, which revises impact‑fee schedules, by a unanimous vote. It also approved Ordinance No. 2025-27 on cleanliness and sanitation of premises, also unanimously. The consent agenda, including the October 21 minutes, was approved unanimously.

• Approved virtual attendance for Council Member Stephen Phrampus (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-24 Impact Fees (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-27 Cleanliness and Sanitation (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda minutes of Oct 21, 2025 (7-0)

Business Advisory Board

The Business Advisory Board will discuss a public art/theme proposal and receive an update on the Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant project. The water plant update includes a $1 million concentrate‑disposal contract and construction of a 2.5‑million‑gallon tank. Staff also presented a pilot program for city statues/mascots to promote West Melbourne’s identity. No public comments were received.

• Discussion of public art/theme for city identity
• Update on Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant, including $1 million concentrate‑disposal contract and 2.5‑million‑gallon tank construction
• Pilot program proposal for city statues/mascots to promote community identity
• No attachments or background information provided for new business items
• Public comments period – no comments submitted

City Council

The City Council will hold a special workshop to discuss policy changes and city projects. Key topics include remote work provisions for the City Manager and City Attorney and a proposed pilot program for public art statues.

• Proposed remote work policy for City Manager and City Attorney allowing up to 2 hours of remote work per approved vacation day
• Proposed one-year pilot program for 5 city-funded great blue heron mascot statues for local businesses
• Discussion on vision for a soon-to-be acquired Minton Road parcel
• Discussion on Waste Management yard debris pick-up
• Discussion on employee open-carry policy

The council voted 7-0 to determine the workshop was justified. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

• Justified special workshop (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The West Melbourne Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide whether to approve the initial site plan and Conditional Use Permit (CUP‑2025‑03) for Buildings 3 and 4 at the U.S. 192 Business Center. The board will also consider an extension request for a conditional use and site plan at 9075 Ellis Road (CUP‑2023‑02). The agenda includes standard procedural items such as minutes, reports, and public comments.

• Conditional Use Permit and Initial Site Plan Approval Request – Buildings 3 and 4, U.S. 192 Business Center (CUP‑2025‑03)
• Conditional Use Permit and Initial Site Plan Approval Extension Request – 9075 Ellis Road (CUP‑2023‑02)
• Applicant fee of $125 for the U.S. 192 Business Center conditional use request

The Board approved the June 26, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It then approved the conditional use permit and initial site plan for Buildings 3 and 4 at 205 Coastal Lane, also by a 6‑0 vote. Finally, the Board granted a two‑year extension of the conditional use and site plan for 9075 Ellis Road, extending the approval to August 27, 2027, with a unanimous 6‑0 vote.

• Approved June 26, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved conditional use and initial site plan for Buildings 3 & 4 at 205 Coastal Lane (6-0)
• Approved two‑year extension of conditional use and site plan for 9075 Ellis Road to Aug 27, 2027 (6-0)

City Council

The West Melbourne City Council will consider approving a water rate adjustment ordinance that would increase consumption rates by 10.5% effective November 1, 2025. The change is required to pay for increased costs from the water supplier, the City of Melbourne. A typical residential customer using 4,000 gallons per month would see an increase of $3.23.

• Water Rate Adjustment (Ordinance No. 2025-23)
• Award contract for sewer inspection cameras ($128,903.43)
• Authorize purchase of 7 police vehicles and equipment
• Authorize GMP contract for New Building Department ($4,972,129)
• Approve Ordinance No. 2025-24 on first reading

The council unanimously approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑23 to raise water rates (7‑0). It awarded a $128,903.43 contract to Environmental Products Group for two sewer‑inspection cameras (7‑0). It authorized purchase of seven police SUVs, one GMC Sierra, one Toyota Highlander and one Chevrolet Silverado with equipment (7‑0). It authorized a Guaranteed Maximum Price contract up to $4,972,129.00 with W&J Construction for the new Building Department building (7‑0).

• Approved virtual attendance for Council Member Voltz (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑23 raising water rates (7‑0)
• Awarded $128,903.43 contract for sewer inspection cameras (7‑0)
• Authorized purchase of police vehicles and equipment (7‑0)
• Authorized GMP contract up to $4,972,129.00 for Building Department building (7‑0)
• Approved intrafund loan of $250,000 via Resolution No. 2025‑24 (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑24 clarifying impact fees (7‑0)
• Approved consent‑agenda minutes for October 7, 2025 meetings (7‑0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to consider finding violations for three specific properties. The board is also asked to approve the minutes from the July 17, 2025, hearing.

• Case No. 25-0102: 1340 S. Wickham Road (Sias International Inc; Biza Properties, LLC., et al.)
• Case No. 25-0151: 4535 W. New Haven Ave (Racetrac Petroleum, Inc., et al.) regarding landscape maintenance
• Case No. 25-0149: 2250 Coastal Lane (2250 Coastal Holdings, LLC., et al.) regarding landscape maintenance

The Code Enforcement Board approved a 30‑day deadline for the owners of 1340 S. Wickham Road to obtain an A/C permit or remove the unit and to secure a fence permit, with a $50 per day fine for non‑compliance. It also approved a 30‑day deadline for RaceTrac Petroleum at 4535 W. New Haven Ave to meet all landscaping requirements, with a $100 per day fine for non‑compliance. All related motions passed unanimously.

• Excused absent members Kimberly McGibany and Barbara Tamm (4‑0)
• Approved minutes from July 17, 2025 (4‑0)
• Found violations at 1340 S. Wickham Road (4‑0)
• Granted 30 days to obtain A/C permit or remove unit and to get fence permit; $50/day fine thereafter (4‑0)
• Found violations at 4535 W. New Haven Ave (4‑0)
• Granted 30 days to meet landscaping requirements; $100/day fine thereafter (4‑0)
• Found violations at 2250 Coastal Lane (4‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss litigation strategy regarding Betty Susan Goldberg vs. City of West Melbourne. A subsequent regular meeting includes a first reading of an ordinance to increase water consumption rates and several contract awards for city infrastructure.

• Proposed water consumption rate increase via Ordinance No. 2025-23
• Contract for annual street resurfacing with Asphalt Paving Systems Inc for $599,543.91
• Purchase of a 2025 Elgin RegenX Street Sweeper for $339,407.00
• Authorization to purchase the +/- 25-acre Schild Property on Minton Road
• Request to vacate a 51 square foot public utility easement at 3120 Charon Avenue

The council unanimously appointed Evelyn Hsieh and Eshan Vipuil to the Youth Advisory Board. It also approved the resolution to vacate a public utility easement on 3120 Charon Avenue. The first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-23, which raises water consumption rates, was approved and a public hearing set for October 21. Consent‑agenda items, including the September 17 minutes and a signing authority resolution, were approved.

• Appointed Evelyn Hsieh and Eshan Vipuil to Youth Advisory Board (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-23 to vacate and abandon utility easement (7‑0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-23 to increase water rates; set hearing for Oct 21 (7‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items: September 17 minutes and signing authority resolution (7‑0)

City Council

The council will vote to determine whether the special meeting is justified, which requires four affirmative votes. It will then vote on City Attorney John Cary’s request for a private attorney‑client meeting to discuss litigation strategy and settlement negotiations in the case Betty Susan Goldberg vs. City of West Melbourne (Case No. 05‑2024‑CA‑023863‑XXCA‑BC). After the closed session, the council will reconvene the public meeting and adjourn.

• Vote to determine justification for holding the special meeting (requires four affirmative votes)
• Approve City Attorney John Cary’s request for a private attorney‑client meeting on the Goldberg lawsuit
• Conduct the private attorney‑client session (closed session)
• Reconvene the public portion of the meeting
• Adjourn the meeting

The council unanimously approved the justification for holding the special meeting (7-0). It also unanimously approved the City Attorney's request to hold a private attorney‑client session to discuss litigation strategy in the case Betty Susan Goldberg vs. City of West Melbourne (7-0). No other actions were taken.

• Approved justification of special meeting (7-0)
• Approved City Attorney’s request for attorney‑client private meeting (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will approve minutes from July 16, 2025, and discuss several items. Old business includes a motion to move forward with Don Bell Signs for celebrated entryway signage at $17,500 per sign. New business covers the $1.1 million Parks Master Plan budget, feedback on the upcoming Heritage Day event on Oct 23, 2025, and updates on upcoming community events.

• Review Don Bell Signs proposal for celebrated entryway signage at $17,500 per sign
• Provide feedback on Heritage Day planned for Oct 23, 2025 at Community Park
• Discuss $1.1 million Parks Master Plan budget, starting with Tallwood Park upgrades
• Update on upcoming events: Oct 12 Friday Night Live, Oct 12 Open‑Air Market, Oct 18 Heritage Day, Dec 5 Tree Lighting
• Consider recreation management software selection and implementation

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on two resolutions: one to set the FY 2025-2026 millage rate at 1.8151 per $1,000 taxable value, and another to approve the tentative FY 2025-2026 budget of $103,289,460, a 12.09% increase. Council members will also consider appointing Meghana Geddam to the Youth Advisory Board and award a two‑year $34,560 per year contract for median and sidewalk maintenance on U.S. 192 and Minton Road. Additionally, they will review and accept the City Manager’s annual performance summary.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 2025-20 setting millage rate of 1.8151 per $1,000 taxable value
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-21 approving tentative FY 2025-2026 budget of $103,289,460
• Award a two‑year contract to 2ND Mile M.C. LLC for U.S. 192 and Minton Road medians/sidewalks, $34,560 per year
• Consider appointment of Meghana Geddam to the Youth Advisory Board (no fiscal impact)
• Review and accept the City Manager’s annual performance summary

The council unanimously appointed Meghana Geddam to the Youth Advisory Board. It also adopted Resolution No. 2025‑20 setting the millage rate at 1.8151 and Resolution No. 2025‑21 approving the tentative FY 2025‑2026 budget. A two‑year landscape‑maintenance contract for U.S. 192 and Minton Road was awarded to 2ND Mile M.C. LLC, and the City Manager received a 3.5% salary increase.

• Appointed Meghana Geddam to the Youth Advisory Board (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑20 setting millage rate at 1.8151 (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑21 approving the tentative FY 2025‑2026 budget (7‑0)
• Awarded two‑year landscape‑maintenance contract to 2ND Mile M.C. LLC for $34,560 per year (7‑0)
• Accepted summary results of the City Manager’s annual performance review (7‑0)
• Approved a 3.5% salary increase for City Manager Tim Rhode (7‑0)
• Approved the consent agenda minutes of September 3, 2025 (7‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to approve a tentative 2025-2026 budget and a millage rate of 1.8151 per thousand dollars of taxable value. The proposed budget totals $103,289,460, representing a 12.09% increase over the current year. A final adoption hearing is scheduled for September 16, 2025.

• Tentative 2025-2026 budget of $103,289,460 and millage rate of 1.8151
• Rezoning of 0.67± acres east of I-95 from Agricultural Residential to R-2 zoning
• Land use map amendment for 0.67 acres south of New Haven Avenue and Coastal Lane to Medium Density Residential
• Stormwater budget increase of $750,888 for Melbourne Estates and Westbrooke projects
• Vehicle replacement fund budget increase of $76,586 for police vehicle equipment

The council unanimously approved the tentative fiscal year 2025‑2026 millage rate of 1.8151 per $1,000 of taxable value and the tentative FY 2025‑2026 budget. A public hearing was scheduled for September 16, 2025 to consider final adoption of the millage and budget. The council also adopted a future land‑use map amendment and rezoned a 0.67‑acre parcel east of I‑95. Additionally, a resolution naming private driveways for the Mosby Space Coast development was approved.

• Approved FY 2025‑2026 millage rate of 1.8151 per $1,000 (7‑0)
• Approved FY 2025‑2026 budget (7‑0)
• Set public hearing for September 16, 2025 on millage and budget (7‑0)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 2025‑21, amending future land‑use map (7‑0)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 2025‑22, rezoning parcel to R‑2 (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑16, naming private driveways for Mosby Space Coast (7‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes of Aug 11 and Aug 19) (7‑0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Joint West Melbourne-Brevard County Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to adopt its 2025-2026 budget and authorize utility agreements for the Ellis Road Widening Project. The proposed budget focuses on infrastructure and utility relocation costs.

• Resolution No. 2025-01 to approve the FY 2025-2026 budget of $2,014,950
• Resolution No. 2025-02 to authorize three Utility Work by Highway Contractor agreements with FDOT for the Ellis Road Widening Project
• $980,000 proposed for a new waterline project looping Greenboro Drive to Ellis Road
• $530,000 budgeted for City utility relocation for the Ellis Road corridor project
• $500,000 pledge set aside for the Ellis Road corridor project

The board unanimously approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted Resolution 2025‑01, approving the Joint CRA budget for fiscal year 2025‑26. It also adopted Resolution 2025‑02, authorizing the City Manager to sign three Utility Work by Highway Contractor agreements for the Ellis Road widening project, with an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-01 approving Joint CRA budget (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-02 authorizing three UWHC agreements for Ellis Road widening (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a contract for the Ray Bullard WRF BNR Improvement Project and a stormwater utility budget. The body is also considering the annexation and rezoning of 0.67± acres of property south of U.S. Highway 192 and Coastal Lane.

• Contract with Sawcross, Inc. for Ray Bullard WRF BNR Improvement Project not to exceed $10,725,750.00
• Stormwater utility rate change to $56.21 via Resolution No. 2025-14
• Rezoning of 0.67± acres south of U.S. Highway 192 and Coastal Lane to R-2 zoning
• Purchase of Police Department crime prevention equipment for $9,099.00
• Final Plat approval for Heritage Pointe Commercial

The council unanimously approved the second reading of Ordinance 2025‑18, annexing a 0.67‑acre parcel near US 192 and Coastal Lane. It also approved the first readings of Ordinance 2025‑21, changing the future land‑use designation to Medium‑Density Residential, and Ordinance 2025‑22, rezoning the parcel to R‑2. Additionally, the council appointed two Youth Advisory Board members (6‑1) and named Linda Smura as an alternate on the Code Enforcement Board (7‑0).

• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025‑18 annexing 0.67‑acre parcel (7‑0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025‑21 future land‑use map amendment (7‑0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025‑22 rezoning to R‑2 (7‑0)
• Appointed Danielle Tullo and Juliette Baker to Youth Advisory Board (6‑1)
• Appointed Linda Smura as alternate member of Code Enforcement Board (7‑0)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider recommendations for a comprehensive plan map amendment and a rezoning request for 0.67 acres. The board will evaluate changing the land use from residential 4 to medium density residential and the zoning from agricultural residential to R-2.

• Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment (SSA-2025-06) for 0.67 +/- acres
• Rezoning request (REZ-2025-06) from AU (Agricultural Residential) to R-2 (One, Two- and Multi-Family Dwelling)
• Review of property located approximately 2,547 feet south of West New Haven Avenue and Coastal Lane

The board excused the absence of two members and approved the July 9, 2025 minutes, each by a 4‑0 vote. It then held a public hearing on a small‑scale comprehensive plan map amendment and a rezoning request for a 0.67‑acre parcel west of the Falcon Ridge Subdivision. Both items were recommended to City Council for approval, with each motion passing 4‑0. No public comments were received.

• Excused absence of Board Members Vernon Anderson and Anna Kapnoula – motion passed 4‑0
• Approved minutes of July 9, 2025 meeting – motion passed 4‑0
• Recommended City Council approve map amendment changing future land use from RES‑4 to MD‑RES – motion passed 4‑0
• Recommended City Council approve rezoning from AU to R‑2 – motion passed 4‑0

City Council

The City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss several infrastructure and property projects. No background information or attachments were provided for the agenda items.

• Building Department Building design and finishes
• Community Recreation Center concept and location options
• Potential property acquisition
• Additional parking at Clement’s Wood Park

The council unanimously approved the justification for holding the special workshop (7-0). It agreed to solicit bids to add parking at Clement’s Wood Park. The council also adopted a policy to enforce dog removal from West Melbourne Community Park.

• Approved justification for holding the meeting (7-0)
• Approved moving forward with solicitation of bids for parking at Clement’s Wood Park
• Approved policy to enforce dog removal from West Melbourne Community Park

City Council

The City Council will review several land use changes and annexations near Coastal Lane, including a proposed 150-unit townhouse subdivision. The body is also considering a major infrastructure contract for sewer conversions in multiple neighborhoods.

• Contract with CK Construction & Development, LLC for Septic-to-Sewer Conversion Project totaling $9,333,740.80
• Proposed annexation of 0.67± acres south of U.S. Highway 192 and Coastal Lane
• Rezoning of 16.21± acres south of New Haven Avenue and Coastal Lane from Commercial to R-2 (One-, Two-, and Multiple-Family Dwelling District)
• Development agreement for a residential subdivision on 16.73± acres (case #DA 2025-03)
• Rezoning of 1.51 acres at 3010 Dairy Road to P-1 (Institutional)

The council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑18 annexing a 0.67‑acre parcel south of US‑192 and Coastal Lane. It also approved the second readings of Ordinance Nos. 2025‑19 and 2025‑20, changing the future land use of a 16.21‑acre parcel to medium‑density residential and rezoning it to R‑2. Additionally, the Development Agreement for the 16.73‑acre residential subdivision was approved, and the rezoning of a 1.51‑acre city‑owned parcel at 3010 Dairy Road to Institutional (P‑1) was adopted. All motions passed unanimously (6‑0).

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑18 annexing 0.67‑acre parcel (6‑0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑19 amending future land use to Medium‑Density Residential for 16.21‑acre parcel (6‑0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑20 rezoning 16.21‑acre parcel to R‑2 residential zoning (6‑0)
• Approved Development Agreement for 16.73‑acre residential subdivision, including parking and typographical correction (6‑0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑17 rezoning 1.51‑acre parcel at 3010 Dairy Road to Institutional (P‑1) (6‑0)

Police Officers' Retirement Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review the preliminary quarterly investment report and fee memo as of June 30, 2025. The body will also consider approvals for COLA and regular benefits, as well as expenses for the July 30, 2025 warrant.

• 06/30/2025 Preliminary Quarterly Report and Fee Memo
• COLA Approval
• Regular Benefit Approvals
• Approval of expenses for warrant dated July 30, 2025
• Determination of 2026 meeting dates

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to consider finding violations for four specific properties. The board will also vote on the nomination of a Vice-Chair and approve minutes from the June 19, 2025, hearing.

• Case No. 25-0028 (4205 Gail Blvd): inoperable vehicles, nuisance, and unsafe roof conditions
• Case No. 25-0055 (5700 Margo Court): grass/weed growth, garbage, inoperable vehicles, and unsafe conditions
• Case No. 25-0065 (3273 Chica Circle): maintenance requirements
• Case No. 25-007 (315 Antrim Gardens Court): site alterations and required plans

The Code Enforcement Board voted 5‑2 to appoint Kimberly McGibany as Vice Chair. The board adopted the June 19, 2025 minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It found violations and approved 90‑day compliance orders with a $25‑per‑day fine for 4205 Gail Blvd. and a $50‑per‑day fine after 90 days for 5700 Margo Court, each motion passing 6‑0. It also found violations at 3273 Chica Circle and ordered a 10‑day compliance period with a $25‑per‑day fine and a lien, motion passing 6‑0.

• Elected Kimberly McGibany as Vice Chair (5-2)
• Adopted June 19, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Found violations at 4205 Gail Blvd (6-0)
• Granted 90‑day compliance for 4205 Gail Blvd; $25/day fine after 90 days (6-0)
• Found violations at 5700 Margo Court (6-0)
• Granted 90‑day compliance for 5700 Margo Court; $50/day fine after 90 days (6-0)
• Found violations at 3273 Chica Circle (6-0)
• Granted 10‑day compliance for 3273 Chica Circle; $25/day fine thereafter and lien (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the selection of recreation management software and the Parks Master Plan budget. The board is also reviewing a proposal for new entryway signs at seven municipal parks.

• Recommendation to bring a quote from Don Bell Signs for park entryways to City Council at $17,500 per sign
• Discussion of Recreation Management Software selection
• Review of Parks Master Plan Budget
• Proposed signage for 7 parks: Bryant Adams, Clements Wood, Hammock Lakes, West Melbourne Community, Tallwood, Jan Lieson, and Westbrooke

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several land use amendments and rezonings, including a proposal for a 150-unit townhome subdivision. The body will also establish a proposed millage rate for the 2025-2026 budget and interview candidates for the Code Enforcement Board.

• Proposed rezoning of 16.21± acres south of New Haven Avenue and Coastal Lane to R-2 (One-, Two-, and Multiple-Family Dwelling District)
• Proposed rezoning of 14.35± acres west of I-95 and east of Columbia Lane to C-P (Commercial Parkway)
• Proposed millage rate of 1.8151 per thousand dollars of taxable value for FY 2025-2026
• Purchase of police department crime prevention equipment for $9,099.00
• Rezoning of 1.51± acres at 3010 Dairy Road to P-1 (Institutional)

The council interviewed candidates for two vacancies on the Code Enforcement Board. Council Member Adams moved to appoint Barbara Tamm and Michael Seel, and Council Member Phrampus seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, confirming both appointments.

• Appointed Barbara Tamm to Code Enforcement Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Seel to Code Enforcement Board (unanimous)
• No modifications were made to the agenda

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a proposal to develop 16.73 acres at the end of Coastal Lane. The board is providing recommendations to the City Council regarding a land use change, rezoning, and a development agreement for the site.

• Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment (SSA-2025-05) for 16.73+/- acres on Coastal Lane from Commercial to Medium Density Residential
• Rezoning (REZ-2025-06) for 16.73+/- acres on Coastal Lane from Commercial Parkway to One, Two- and Multi-Family Dwelling
• Development Agreement (DA-2025-03) for a 150-unit townhome project on 16.73+/- acres at the end of Coastal Lane

The Planning and Zoning Board moved to excuse the absence of Vice Chair Rob Brothers; the motion was made by Board Member Vernon Anderson, seconded by Board Member Paul Bernkopf, and passed 5‑0. The board also approved the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting; the motion was made by Board Member Anna Kapnoula, seconded by Anderson, and passed 5‑0. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Excused Vice Chair Rob Brothers' absence (5-0)
• Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit and initial site plan for a proposed retail store. The project involves constructing a 59,000 square foot facility on approximately 14.35 acres.

• Conditional use permit and initial site plan approval for Floor and Décor retail store on the east side of Columbia Lane (CUP-2025-02)
• Proposed construction of a 59,000 square foot facility on 14.35+/- acres
• Review of approval of minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting

The Board of Adjustment approved a building application with conditions, including altered Condition 1 to require 6-foot-tall shrubs along the truck well wall and Condition 4 to specify building columns between 18 and 36 inches in depth on three walls, with the applicant working with staff to break up the west wall expanse. The motion passed 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and adjournment.

• Approved building application with conditions (6-0)
• Condition 1 altered: 6-foot-tall shrubs along truck well wall
• Condition 4 altered: columns 18-36 inches deep on north, south, east walls
• Applicant to work with staff on west wall mass-breaking technique

Business Advisory Board

The Board will discuss the proposed 2025-2026 budget and millage rates presented by City Manager Rhode. The meeting also includes an update on the Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant.

• Proposed $26,000,000 for construction of a new water plant
• Proposed $7,000,000 for Sheridan Road Neighborhoods septic to sewer conversion
• Proposed $6,700,000 for Public Works Administration Building
• Pavement maintenance schedule with a total estimated cost of $476,931
• Proposed addition of 9 new positions, including water plant operators and a lead mechanic

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to nominate and vote for a Vice-Chair and approve previous minutes. The board will also hear two new business cases regarding city code violations.

• Case No. 25-0049: 668 John Hancock Lane (Grandview Ventures, LLC, et al.) regarding site alterations and plan amendments
• Case No. 25-0040: 2651 Brookshire Cir. (Brookshire at Heritage Oaks HOA, Inc.) regarding maintenance of walls and fences
• Nomination and vote for Vice-Chair
• Approval of May 15, 2025 hearing minutes

The Code Enforcement Board excused absent Chair Chris Gibbs (4‑0) and adopted the May 15 minutes (4‑0). It found violations at 668 John Hancock Lane and ordered a 60‑day compliance period with a $100 per day penalty thereafter (4‑0). It also found violations for the Brookshire Circle fence, ordering a 30‑day compliance period with a $100 per day penalty thereafter (4‑0). The vice‑chair nomination was tabled.

• Excused Chair Chris Gibbs (4-0)
• Adopted May 15, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Found violations at 668 John Hancock Lane (4-0)
• Granted 60 days to comply, then $100/day penalty (4-0)
• Found violations for Brookshire Circle fence (4-0)
• Granted 30 days to comply, then $100/day penalty (4-0)
• Vice‑chair nomination tabled (no vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget workshop to discuss the draft preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The meeting also includes public hearings on several property annexations and rezonings.

• Draft 2025-2026 all funds expenditure budget of $99,578,360
• Annexation and rezoning of 14.35+/- acres on Columbia Lane north of U.S. Highway 192
• Annexation and rezoning of 1.51+/- acres at 3010 Dairy Road
• Contract for sanitary sewer manhole rehabilitation in Clement’s Wood Subdivision for $173,513.72
• Collective bargaining agreement with Coastal Florida Police Benevolent Association through June 30, 2027

The council approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑11 annexing approximately 14.35 acres east of Columbia Lane, north of Highway 192, with a 7‑0 vote. Council members also moved to approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑14 to amend the future land‑use map for the same parcel. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑11 annexing 14.35‑acre parcel (7‑0)
• Moved to approve first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑14 future land‑use map amendment (outcome not recorded)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider recommendations for City Council regarding several land use changes. This includes a request for a new retail store and the rezoning of city-owned property.

• Final plat approval for Heritage Pointe Commercial: 3 commercial lots on 4.55 acres on Minton Road
• Proposed map amendment and rezoning of 14.35 acres on Columbia Lane for a Floor & Décor retail store
• Proposed map amendment for 1.51 acres of city-owned property at 3010 Dairy Road to Institutional use
• Proposed rezoning of 1.51 acres at 3010 Dairy Road to P-1 (Institutional)

The Planning and Zoning Board excused two absent members and approved the May 14 minutes, each by a 4‑0 vote. It then voted 4‑0 to recommend that City Council approve the Heritage Pointe Commercial final plat with two staff‑specified conditions. The board also voted 4‑0 to recommend City Council approve a comprehensive‑plan map amendment and rezoning for 14.35 acres on Columbia Lane, and a map amendment and rezoning for 1.51 acres on Dairy Road.

• Excused absence of Board Members Bernkopf and Kapnoula (4-0)
• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Heritage Pointe Commercial final plat with conditions (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve future land use map amendment for Columbia Lane (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve rezoning of Columbia Lane to C‑P (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve future land use map amendment for Dairy Road (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve rezoning of Dairy Road to P‑1 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget workshop to discuss 45 proposed capital improvement and water/sewer maintenance projects for the 2025-2026 preliminary budget. The regular meeting includes votes on a subdivision plat, a law enforcement dispatch agreement, and a solicitation ordinance.

• Proposed $86.7 million for 45 capital improvement and major maintenance projects
• Agreement with Brevard County for law enforcement dispatch services for $142,500
• Final Plat for 'Space Coast Town Centre West' Subdivision
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025-13 (Solicitation Ordinance)
• Authorization for appraisal and environmental study for a potential property acquisition

The City Council approved the final plat for the “Space Coast Town Centre West” subdivision, adding conditions that the developer provide performance bonds and install required infrastructure improvements. Earlier, the council unanimously excused Council Member Helen Voltz from the meeting and authorized Council Member Diana Adams to participate via Zoom. The council also unanimously approved the consent agenda and reached consensus to include items 1‑10 in the upcoming capital‑improvement budget list.

• Excused Council Member Helen Voltz from the meeting (unanimous 5-0)
• Allowed Council Member Diana Adams to appear via Zoom (unanimous 6-0)
• Approved final plat for “Space Coast Town Centre West” subdivision with performance‑bond and infrastructure conditions
• Approved the consent agenda (unanimous 6-0)
• Consensus to include items 1‑10 in the capital‑improvement priority list

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is discussing the implementation of the Parks Master Plan and the selection of new management software. The board is also reviewing a proposal to install shade covers at two city parks.

• Proposed $74,744.42 for shade covers at Westbrooke and Clements Woods Parks playscapes
• Selection of Xplor Recreation as the new recreation management software
• Update on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan implementation budget
• Review of a single proposal received for the Celebrated Entryways RFQ
• Discussion of upcoming events including the Community Market and tennis lessons

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on ordinances regarding residency definitions for council members and employment screening. The body is also considering two property annexations and several infrastructure contracts.

• Ordinance No. 2025-05: Establishing criteria to determine residency for council members
• Annexation of 1.51+/- acres at 3010 Dairy Road and 14.35+/- acres on Columbia Lane
• Contract award of $28,000.00 to Atlantic Foundation and Concrete Repair for Durham Drive sidewalks
• Approval of the Final Plat for 'Space Coast Town Centre West' Subdivision
• Sale of K-9 German Shepherd 'Ghost' to Sergeant Ken Sells for $1.00

The council approved the residency and employment‑screening ordinances, both unanimously. It also approved the first readings of two annexation ordinances, one 7‑0 and the other 6‑1. The council adopted a resolution authorizing a stormwater‑evaluation task order for the Hollywood Estates neighborhood and amended the FY 2025 budget to fund it, with a 7‑0 vote. Additional items such as the consent agenda, group insurance plan and the sale of K‑9 Ghost were also adopted.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑05 (residency of council members) – unanimous (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑08 (employee fingerprinting) – unanimous (7‑0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑12 annexing 3010 Dairy Road (≈1.51 acres) – unanimous (7‑0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑11 annexing 14.35 acres on Columbia Lane – 6‑1
• Approved consent agenda items (budget workshop minutes, meeting minutes, sidewalk repairs) – unanimous (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑06 approving group insurance plans for 2025‑2026 – unanimous (7‑0)
• Authorized stormwater evaluation task order for Hollywood Estates and amended FY 2025 budget (Resolution No. 2025‑07) – unanimous (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑05 to sell K‑9 German Shepherd “Ghost” to Sergeant Sells – adopted

Community Redevelopment Agency

The West Melbourne-Brevard County Joint Community Redevelopment Agency is discussing a proposed budget and work plan for the period of October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026. The board will consider recommending this plan to the West Melbourne City Council and the Brevard County Board of County Commissioners.

• Proposed total appropriations of $1,830,450
• Pledged payment of $500,000 for the Ellis Road corridor project
• Appropriation of $825,500 for utility relocation for the Ellis Road corridor project
• Appropriation of $500,000 for a waterline looping project from Greenboro Drive to Ellis Road
• Projected revenues of approximately $767,000

The board approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It excused two members who were absent due to an accident. The board recommended the FY 2025‑26 budget and work plan to the City Council and County Commissioners. It also excused members Thad Altman and Austin Gaylord from the meeting.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Excused missing members due to accident (5-0)
• Recommended FY 2025‑26 budget and work plan to City Council and County Commissioners (6-0)
• Excused members Thad Altman and Austin Gaylord (6-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to determine if city code violations occurred at two specific properties. The board will also consider the adoption of minutes from the March 20, 2025, hearing.

• Case No. 23-0271 (154 Park Hill Road): Violations regarding grass/weeds, business screening, abandoned property, and inoperable vehicles
• Case No. 25-0057 (281 E. Haven Drive): Violations regarding garbage/trash, collection requirements, inoperable vehicles, and repeat violations

The Code Enforcement Board found violations at two properties and set compliance periods. It granted Canam Cycles Corp. four months to correct violations with a $50 per day fine thereafter. It issued Ray Alarcon a $250 per day fine for 30 days, totaling $7,500, for repeat violations. All motions passed unanimously (4‑0).

• Board found violations at 154 Park Hill Road (Canam Cycles) – motion carried 4-0
• Board granted Canam Cycles four months to comply, then $50/day fine – motion carried 4-0
• Board found violations at 281 E. Haven Drive (Ray Alarcon) – motion carried 4-0
• Board issued Ray Alarcon $250/day fine for 30 days ($7,500 total) – motion carried 4-0
• Board granted Ray Alarcon 10 days to comply with new violations, then $100/day – motion carried 4-0
• Board excused absent member James Shipton – motion carried 4-0
• Board approved minutes from March 20, 2025 – motion carried 4-0

Planning and Zoning

The May 14 Planning and Zoning Board meeting is largely ceremonial: members will honor Jim Liesenfelt's service, approve previous minutes, and receive a director's report. No public hearings or substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Celebration honoring Jim Liesenfelt's service to the P&Z Board
• No official business under public hearings

The board moved and seconded a motion to approve the April 9, 2025 item, which passed 5‑0. No public hearing or public comments were recorded. The planning director’s report was presented, and no board member reports were given. The meeting was adjourned at 6:43 p.m.

• Approved April 9, 2025 item (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget workshop on 2025-2026 revenue projections followed by a regular meeting. Key agenda items include several rezoning and annexation requests for a large mixed-use project and a new animal medical clinic.

• Project Zeppelin: Annexation and rezoning of 43.7 acres for a mixed-use project on US Highway 192
• 2725 Minton Road: Rezoning 1.38 acres for a proposed animal medical clinic
• Water treatment plant engineering services: Two task orders totaling $1,030,554
• Norfolk Parkway: 4-lane expansion agreement with D.R. Horton
• Ray Bullard Water Reclamation Facility: Pump replacement contract for $44,986

The council held a public hearing on the rezoning of 2725 Minton Road; no members of the public spoke. The council approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-10, changing the parcel from C‑1 (Low Density Commercial) to C‑P (Commercial Parkway). The council also approved a development amendment allowing the property to be redeveloped as a veterinary clinic with limited hours and overnight emergency medical care. Both motions passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-10 (rezoning 2725 Minton Rd) (7-0)
• Approved Development Amendment for 2725 Minton Rd to permit veterinary clinic with limited hours and overnight emergency care (7-0)

Business Advisory Board

The Business Advisory Board will receive an informational update on 20 development projects currently under review, approved, or under construction in West Melbourne during 2025. The list includes residential subdivisions, commercial buildings, self-storage facilities, and retail conversions. No action is required from the board.

• Integra at Heritage Commerce Park: 319-unit gated apartment complex northwest of St. Johns Heritage Parkway and US 192
• 7-Eleven SCTC: 4,840 sq ft convenience store with 14 fueling stations at Milky Way and US 192
• Sunrise Estates subdivision: 255 lots (124 townhouse, 131 single-family) south of US 192 on St. Johns Heritage Parkway
• Wickham Road Self-Storage: 115,300 sq ft, 2-story facility at 800 S. Wickham Road
• Chick-fil-A Rebuild: complete tear-down and rebuild of 4,548 sq ft restaurant at 835 Palm Bay Road

Board of Adjustment

The West Melbourne Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a conditional use permit and initial site plan approval for a proposed veterinary clinic at 2725 Minton Road, in the Commercial Parkway District. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine business.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit and initial site plan for Animal Medical Clinic at 2725 Minton Road (CUP-2025-01)

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved the conditional use permit and initial site plan for the Animal Medical Clinic at 2725 Minton Road, with the condition that the property be rezoned from C‑1 to C‑P and the Development Agreement be approved. The motion passed unanimously, 6‑0. The meeting adjourned at 6:54 p.m.

• Approved February 27, 2025 Board of Adjustment minutes (6-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Animal Medical Clinic at 2725 Minton Road, contingent on rezoning to C-P and Development Agreement approval (6-0)

Police Officers' Retirement Board of Trustees

The Police Officers' Retirement Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting to review Q1 2025 preliminary investment reports, discuss a fixed income search, and consider the 2024 administrative expense report and 2026 budget. No regular benefit approvals are pending. The board will also approve the minutes from January 29, 2025, and a warrant for expenses.

• Review of 03/31/2025 preliminary quarterly report from investment consultant Mariner
• Discussion of a fixed income search
• 2024 administrative expense report and proposed 2026 administrative expense budget
• Approval of warrant dated April 23, 2025 for expenses
• No regular benefits to approve

City Council

The West Melbourne City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss three topics: implementation of the Parks Master Plan, the Youth Advisory Board, and a Residency Ordinance. The attached Parks Master Plan provides a 10-year roadmap for park improvements and recreation programming. No background information is provided for the other two agenda items or council new business.

• Discussion of Parks Master Plan implementation (attached plan covers 7 parks, capital improvements, connectivity)
• Discussion of Youth Advisory Board (no background information provided)
• Discussion of Residency Ordinance (no background information provided)
• Council new business items (no background information provided)

Council members voted 7-0 to determine that the special workshop meeting was justified. No other motions were formally approved, denied, or tabled; the remaining agenda items were discussed without a recorded decision.

• Determined special meeting justified (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to refine budget priorities for fiscal year 2025-2026. The regular meeting includes public hearings on a mixed-use project called Project Zeppelin and a rezoning request for an animal medical clinic.

• Project Zeppelin: Proposed annexation of two parcels and rezoning of 43.7 acres for a mixed-use project
• 2725 Minton Road: Proposed rezoning of 1.38 acres for an animal medical clinic
• Wastewater contract extension with Operations Management International, Inc. until April 30, 2027
• Proposed code amendments to townhouse lot dimensions in the R-2 zoning district
• Final Plat approval for Space Coast Town Centre East Tract E1 Replat

The council held a management report where City Manager Rhode discussed the recent boil water notice, upcoming water plant groundbreaking, and a May 22 board appreciation dinner. Council Member Voltz requested legal clarification on voting obligations, and City Attorney Cary said he would review and provide information. The meeting also announced plans to solicit members for the Planning and Zoning and Code Enforcement boards. No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on a comprehensive plan map amendment, rezoning, and development agreement for properties totaling over 160 acres near the northeast intersection of St. Johns Heritage Parkway and U.S. 192. The board will also consider a final plat for a 7-lot commercial replat. All items are recommendations to City Council.

• Final plat approval for Space Coast Town Centre East Tract E1 replat: 7 commercial lots on 9.96 acres east of St. Johns Heritage Parkway, south of U.S. 192.
• Small-scale comprehensive plan map amendment (SSA-2025-01) to change future land use designation on 43.7± acres to Parkway Interchange (PI) at multiple parcels near U.S. 192 and St. Johns Heritage Parkway.
• Rezoning (REZ-2025-02) of the same 43.7± acres from various current designations to Gateway Interchange (GTWY-I) zoning.
• Development agreement and master development plan (DA-2025-02 / GTWY-2025-01) for Project Zeppelin: 117.23± acres north of U.S. 192, east of St. Johns Heritage Parkway, west of I-95.

The Planning and Zoning Board voted to recommend City Council approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-07, rezoning 43.7 acres to the Gateway Interchange District. It also recommended the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-06 to change the future land use of the same area to a Parkway Interchange, with an annexation condition. Additionally, the board approved the Left Lane Melbourne LLC development agreement and suggested signage to limit commercial access to Columbia Lane.

• Recommend City Council approve 1st reading of Ordinance No. 2025-06 land‑use change (5‑0)
• Recommend City Council approve 1st reading of Ordinance No. 2025-07 rezoning (5‑0)
• Recommend City Council approve Left Lane Melbourne LLC development agreement, with signage suggestion (6‑0)

City Council

The West Melbourne City Council holds a budget workshop to discuss strategic priorities for the 2025-2026 budget and then a regular meeting with a second-reading public hearing to rezone 40.8 acres from residential to commercial. Other decisions include a $270,834 task order for well site construction engineering, a memorandum with ICE for immigration enforcement, and first reading of a residency ordinance. The council also plans a closed session on police union collective bargaining.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-01 rezoning 40.8 acres at Hollywood and Eber Boulevards from R-A to C-1A (Professional Offices and Services)
• Task order with Hazen and Sawyer for Well Sites Development Project construction engineering – $270,834
• Memorandum of Agreement with ICE to authorize West Melbourne Police enforcement of certain immigration functions
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-05 on residency requirements
• Closed session for collective bargaining with Coastal Florida Police Benevolent Association

The council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-01 to rezone roughly 40.8 acres at Hollywood and Eber Boulevards from Residential‑Agricultural to C‑1A (Professional Offices and Services). The council also approved a revision to the March 18, 2025 minutes and the consent agenda, each by a 7‑0 vote. A second reading of the same rezoning ordinance was then approved, also unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-01 rezoning 40.8 acres (7-0)
• Approved revision to the March 18, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved the consent agenda (regular meeting minutes) (7-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-01 rezoning 40.8 acres (7-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will hold a public hearing to consider three new cases alleging property code violations, including unsafe roof conditions, unpaved parking lots, and fence maintenance. The board will also vote on approving minutes from the December 2024 hearing.

• Case 25-0010 – 692 John Hancock Lane: alleged unsafe roof and interior surface violations (IPMC 304.1.1, 305.3)
• Case 24-0199 – 3240 Hield Road: alleged required permits and unpaved parking lot violations (18-151, 74-119)
• Case 24-241 – 401 Tortuga Way: alleged wall and fence maintenance violation (98.1122)
• Approval of December 19, 2024 meeting minutes

The board excused absent Vice Chair Sandra Michelson and Board Member Robert Luber (4‑0). It adopted the December 19, 2024 minutes (4‑0). The board found violations at 692 John Hancock Lane (4‑0). It granted the property owner 30 days to correct the issues, then a $100 per day fine for non‑compliance (4‑0).

• Excused absent members Sandra Michelson and Robert Luber (4-0)
• Adopted December 19, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Found violations at 692 John Hancock Lane (4-0)
• Granted 30 days to comply, then $100/day fine if not (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will receive the final Parks Master Plan, which was already adopted by City Council in December 2024, with no new fiscal impact. The board will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair, discuss selection of recreation management software, review an RFQ for Celebrated Entrances, and hear updates on upcoming events.

• Receive final Parks Master Plan (adopted by Council Dec 2024, no fiscal impact)
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Recreation Management Software Selection
• Celebrated Entrances RFQ
• Upcoming Events update

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the first reading of an ordinance to rezone three parcels totaling 44+/- acres at Hollywood and Eber Boulevards from R-A (Residential Agricultural) to C-1A (Professional Offices and Services) to align with the existing Commercial future land use designation. Other action items include authorizing the purchase of police in-car and body camera systems, approving an interlocal agreement for a Sheridan Road sidewalk, and receiving the annual financial report. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Government Finance Professionals Week.

• Rezoning of 44+/- acres at northeast and southeast corners of Hollywood Blvd and Eber Blvd from R-A to C-1A (first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-01)
• Purchase of five Motorola in-car video systems and five Motorola body-worn cameras for police department (no dollar amount listed)
• Interlocal agreement for construction and maintenance of a portion of Sheridan Road sidewalk
• Proclamation declaring March 17–21, 2025 as Government Finance Professionals Week
• Receive and file Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended September 30, 2024

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025-01, rezoning 40.6 acres at Hollywood and Eber Boulevards from R-A to C-1A, with a six-month condition for the applicant to address two small parcels not included in the survey. The motion passed 7-0. The council also received the annual financial report, approved police camera purchases, and authorized a sidewalk interlocal agreement.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-01 rezoning 40.6 acres to C-1A (7-0)
• Received and filed Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2024 (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of 5 Motorola in-car and 5 body-worn camera systems for $40,326 (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign interlocal agreement for Sheridan Road sidewalk (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including March 4, 2025 minutes (7-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The West Melbourne-Brevard County Joint Community Redevelopment Agency will consider approving its annual report for fiscal year 2023-2024, as required by Florida law. The report covers financial activity, projects, and performance of the redevelopment area. The board will also approve the minutes from the December 2024 meeting.

• Approval of FY 2023-2024 annual CRA report summarizing finances and projects
• Board is limited by 2018 interlocal agreement to stormwater, drainage, lighting, and Ellis Road improvements
• CRA sunset date is September 30, 2038
• Minutes approval from December 17, 2024 meeting

The West Melbourne-Brevard County Joint Community Redevelopment Agency approved its FY 2023-2024 annual report, which noted a $2.1 million fund balance and a $500,000 commitment to the Ellis Road widening project. The board also discussed exploring low-interest loans or grants for economic development, pending review of the 2018 Interlocal Agreement and County flexibility.

• Approved December 17, 2024 minutes (8-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 annual report (8-0)
• Consensus to explore low-interest loans/grants for economic development, with City Manager to consult County

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a request to rezone 1.38 acres at 2725 Minton Road and a development agreement for a veterinary clinic at that location. The board will also consider a citywide code amendment regarding townhouse lot sizes in R-2 districts.

• Rezoning of 1.38+/- acres at 2725 Minton Road from C-1 to C-P
• Development agreement for Animal Medical Clinic at 2725 Minton Road
• Code amendment to Chapter 98 regarding R-2 townhouse lot size and dimensions

The Planning and Zoning Board voted 6-0 to recommend City Council approve an applicant-initiated code amendment to Chapter 98, Zoning, for the R-2 (One, Two and Multi-family dwelling) zoning district. The board also discussed transitional properties near the CRA and potential townhouse uses, with the planning director to review the zoning map for vacant adjacent properties. The next meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2025.

• Recommended approval of R-2 zoning code amendment (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a $1.16 million task order for engineering services during construction of the new RO Water Treatment Plant. Other action items include contracts for storm drainage pipe replacements on Technology Drive and Lake Court, parking improvements at the Sunflower House, and a budget amendment for lift station rehabilitation. The rezoning of three parcels at Hollywood and Eber Boulevards has been postponed to March 18, 2025.

• Task order with Hazen and Sawyer for water treatment plant engineering not to exceed $1,160,494
• Replace 60-inch storm drainage pipe on Technology Drive for $150,000
• Extend 48-inch storm drainage pipe at Lake Court and Henry Avenue for $134,550
• Parking and accessibility improvements for Sunflower House for $32,550
• Budget amendment of $145,000 for rehabilitation of Wickham Road Lift Station #105

The City Council unanimously approved a $32,550 contract to Adrian Turnbaugh Construction, Inc. for parking and accessibility improvements at the Sunflower House, then revised the motion to add $7,500 for additional handicap-accessible spaces, passing 7-0. The council also approved several other contracts and agreements, including storm drainage pipe replacements, a budget amendment for the Wickham Road Lift Station, engineering services for the new water treatment plant, an interlocal agreement with FDOT, and a lobbying contract with Corcoran and Associates. A rezoning request for parcels at Hollywood and Eber Boulevards was tabled to the March 18 meeting.

• Approved $32,550 Sunflower House parking contract to Adrian Turnbaugh Construction, Inc. (7-0)
• Increased Sunflower House budget by $7,500 for additional handicap spaces (7-0)
• Authorized $150,000 storm drainage pipe contract to Insituform Technologies (7-0)
• Approved $134,550 culvert extension contract to Insituform Technologies (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-03, increasing budget by $145,000 for Wickham Road Lift Station #105 (7-0)
• Approved $1,160,494 task order with Hazen and Sawyer for water treatment plant engineering (7-0)
• Approved FDOT interlocal agreement for Metropolitan Planning Organization (7-0)
• Authorized lobbying contract with Corcoran and Associates at $2,000/month (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The West Melbourne Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit request from Mavis Southeast LLC for an automotive service station on the last vacant lot in the Palm Crossings Shopping Center. The proposed 1.77-acre site is at the northwest corner of Athens Drive and the shopping center entrance, behind Space Coast Credit Union. The board will also approve minutes from the January 23 meeting.

• Conditional use permit request (CUP-2024-01) for Mavis Tire automotive service station on 1.77 acres at Palm Bay Road and Minton Road
• Site is the last vacant lot in Palm Crossings Shopping Center, behind Space Coast Credit Union
• Applicant seeking approval under C-1 Low Density Commercial District for automotive service station use
• Approval of Board of Adjustment meeting minutes from January 23, 2025

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit and initial site plan for a Mavis Tire automotive service station on 1.78 acres at the northwest corner of Athens Drive and the Palm Crossings Shopping Center entrance, behind Space Coast Credit Union. The approval includes staff-recommended conditions plus an added condition prohibiting outdoor storage. The motion passed 4-0.

• Approved Mavis Tire conditional use permit and initial site plan (4-0)
• Added condition: no outdoor storage permitted
• Approved January 23, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Excused absences of Board Members Gaffney and Breault (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning 44 acres at Hollywood and Eber boulevards from Residential Agricultural to Professional Offices and Services, and will adopt an updated Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The council also will vote on several contracts including a $7.9 million raw water main conveyance line, a $150,000 storm drainage pipe repair, a $140,000 clarifier drive unit replacement, and a $49,985 task order for flood risk reduction engineering. Additionally, the council will receive the annual report from the West Melbourne Police Department.

• Public hearing on rezoning 44 acres at Hollywood and Eber boulevards from R-A to C-1A (first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-01)
• Contract award up to $7,915,183.50 for Raw Watermain Conveyance Lines to Accurate Drilling Systems
• Authorize $150,000 contract with Insituform Technologies for storm drainage pipe lining at 7100 Technology Drive
• Approve $140,000 contract with OVIVO USA for clarifier drive unit replacement at water reclamation facility
• Task order up to $49,985 for engineering services on Westbrooke Flood Risk Reduction Project

The Council approved a $7,915,183.50 contract for raw watermain conveyance lines, a $150,000 storm pipe repair, a $140,000 clarifier drive unit replacement, and a $49,985 engineering task order. A rezoning request for three parcels was tabled to March 4, 2025, and the annual Capital Improvement Plan update was adopted.

• Approved $7,915,183.50 contract with Accurate Drilling Systems for raw watermain conveyance lines (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 contract with Insituform Technologies for storm drainage pipe repair (7-0)
• Approved $140,000 sole-source contract with OVIVO USA for clarifier drive unit replacement (7-0)
• Approved $49,985 task order with Infrastructure Solution Services for Westbrooke flood project engineering (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-03, annual update to Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning of 3 parcels at Hollywood and Eber Boulevards to March 4, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts and a property annexation. The body is also reviewing a first-quarter budget report and an update to the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan.

• Contract for Wellsite Development Project with Florida Design Drilling not to exceed $4,238,325
• Contract for sanitary sewer gravity main pipe lining with Insituform Technologies, LLC for $238,527.85
• Ordinance No. 2025-02 to annex 0.83 acres north of Watergrass Street for two single-family homes
• Resolution No. 2025-02 for the Ellis Road Widening Project maintenance agreement
• Continuing services contracts with Dewberry Engineers, Inc., McNabb-Miller Hydrogeologic Consulting, and Kimley-Horn

The City Council voted 7-0 to deny the annexation application for two properties north of Watergrass Street owned by Andrew Powshok. The decision followed a public hearing with opposition from Sawgrass Lakes residents concerned about HOA access, wildlife, and infrastructure. The Council also approved several contracts, including a sewer lining contract and a wellsite development contract, and rescheduled the April 1 meeting to April 2.

• Denied annexation of two parcels north of Watergrass Street (7-0)
• Approved $238,527.85 contract to Insituform Technologies for sewer lining (7-0)
• Authorized continuing services contracts with Dewberry Engineers, McNabb-Miller, and Kimley-Horn (7-0)
• Approved $4,238,325 contract to Florida Design Drilling for wellsite development (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-02 for Ellis Road widening agreement (7-0)
• Rescheduled April 1, 2025 Council meeting to April 2 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-03 on first reading for Capital Improvement Plan update (7-0)

Police Officers' Retirement Board of Trustees

The Police Officers' Retirement Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting to review routine reports, including the annual valuation report and investment performance. The board will also approve minutes from October 2024, benefit approvals, and a warrant for expenses. No major policy changes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Annual Valuation Report presented by Pete Strong (GRS)
• Investment Consultant quarterly report as of 12/31/2024 and Core Real Estate Search update
• Approval of expenses via warrant dated January 29, 2025
• Approval of regular benefit applications
• Administrator report including SOC 1 Audit memo

City Council

This is a special workshop of the West Melbourne City Council. The council will first vote to determine that the special meeting is justified, requiring four affirmative votes. The main item is a discussion and retreat focused on strategic planning and organizational culture, with no attached background materials. No other business or decisions are listed.

• Discussion of 'The Culture Driven Organization' strategic plan retreat and council workshop

The City Council held a special workshop focused on strategic planning, discussing organizational culture, resident engagement, and priorities such as sidewalks, water quality, and waste reduction. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only. The Council agreed to consider drafting a residency definition ordinance and a youth advisory board ordinance in the future.

• Determined special meeting justified (6-0)
• Discussed strategic plan priorities including sidewalks, water quality, and waste reduction
• Agreed to consider drafting residency definition ordinance
• Discussed potential youth advisory board ordinance

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit and site plan for a self-storage facility. The board will also approve its 2025 meeting calendar and select its chair and vice chair.

• Public hearing for a proposed 115,300 square foot self-storage facility at 800 S. Wickham Road
• Approval of the 2025 meeting calendar
• Selection of 2025 Chair and Vice Chair

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit and initial site plan for a 115,300 square foot self-storage facility at 800 S. Wickham Road, with conditions including a 6-foot opaque fence, no tenant business tax receipts, and hours of operation from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm. The motion passed 6-0. The board also approved the 2025 meeting calendar and re-elected Claudia Sprague as Chair and William Johnson as Vice Chair.

• Approved conditional use and initial site plan for Wickham Self-Storage at 800 S. Wickham Road (6-0)
• Approved 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting calendar (6-0)
• Re-elected Claudia Sprague as 2025 Chair (6-0)
• Re-elected William Johnson as 2025 Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 27, 2024 meeting (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will receive the final Parks Master Plan, which was adopted by City Council in December 2024. The plan outlines short-, mid-, and long-term improvements for parks such as Tallwood, Hammock Lakes, and Clements Wood. The board will also select a chair and vice chair, discuss recreation management software, and review a Celebrated Entrances RFQ.

• Receive final Parks Master Plan, including implementation timelines for park improvements
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Recreation Management Software Selection
• Celebrated Entrances RFQ
• Upcoming Events

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone three parcels totaling 44+/- acres at the northeast and southeast corners of Hollywood Boulevard and Eber Boulevard from R-A (Residential Agricultural) to C-1A (Professional Offices and Services). The property owner seeks to align the zoning with the existing Commercial future land use designation. The board will make a recommendation to City Council. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and selection of chair and vice chair.

• Rezoning of 44+/- acres at Hollywood and Eber Blvd from R-A to C-1A (REZ-2023-01), applicants: Brevard 12, LLC, Brevard 8, LLC, Brevard 24, LLC
• Staff recommends approval to match the Commercial future land use designation assigned in 1990
• Public hearing with oath cards required for speakers
• Selection of 2025 Chair and Vice Chair for the Planning and Zoning Board
• Approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes (which recorded the same rezoning item being withdrawn)

The Planning and Zoning Board voted 3-2 to recommend City Council approve rezoning three parcels (44+/- acres) at Hollywood and Eber Boulevards from R-A (Residential Agricultural) to C-1A (Professional Offices and Services) to align with the 1990 Commercial future land use designation. Residents opposed the change citing traffic, environmental, and property value concerns. The board also approved the December 11, 2024 minutes, excused two absent members, and re-elected Chris Jaudon as Chair and Rob Brothers as Vice Chair for 2025.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 3 parcels (44+/- acres) from R-A to C-1A (3-2)
• Approved December 11, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Excused absences of Vice Chair Brothers and Board Member Bernkopf (6-0)
• Re-elected Chris Jaudon as Chair and Rob Brothers as Vice Chair for 2025 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a $52.5 million contract for construction of a new RO water treatment plant to TLC Diversified. Other action items include replacing a sludge pump at the Ray Bullard Water Reclamation Facility and appointing a member to the Business Advisory Board. The consent agenda includes approving previous meeting minutes, authorizing signatories, and a revised purchase order for electrical switch gear at the water treatment plant.

• Contract award for new RO Water Treatment Plant to TLC Diversified, not to exceed $52,484,250
• Replacement of Sludge Pump #1 with P-6 PolyMix Pump at Ray Bullard Water Reclamation Facility, contract to Gerber Pump International
• Revised purchase order for electrical switch gear for the Water Treatment Plant
• Resolution 2025-01 authorizing certain individuals to sign and countersign documents
• Appointment to Business Advisory Board

The City Council approved a contract with TLC Diversified for construction of a new reverse osmosis water treatment plant, not to exceed $52,484,250. The plant, located in the Public Works Yard, will produce 4.0 million gallons per day. The council also approved a $40,575 contract for a replacement sludge pump and appointed Imran Mohamed to the Business Advisory Board.

• Approved $52,484,250 contract with TLC Diversified for new RO water treatment plant (7-0)
• Approved $40,575 contract with Gerber Pump International for P-6 PolyMix Pump (7-0)
• Appointed Imran Mohamed to Business Advisory Board (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Resolution 2025-01, and purchase order (7-0)