West Melbourne public meetings in 2025

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.

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)

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)

Community Redevelopment Agency

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 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)

City Council

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 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 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)

Code Enforcement Board

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)

City Council

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 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)

Code Enforcement Board

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 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 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 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

Community Redevelopment Agency

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)

City Council

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

Code Enforcement Board

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 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 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)

Board of Adjustment

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)

City Council

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 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 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 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 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)