Cocoa Beach Planning Board Tackles Vacation Rental Compliance and Enforcement Issues

Overview: The Cocoa Beach Planning Board meeting centered on the crucial issue of vacation rental compliance, addressing the challenges of managing unlicensed properties and ensuring public safety through rigorous enforcement measures. The board also discussed the complexities of regulating short-term rentals, the role of Homeowners Associations (HOAs), and potential fee adjustments for rental registrations.

Brevard County Commission Faces Flooding and Traffic Concerns over Proposed Developments

Overview: The Brevard County Commission meeting addressed concerns from residents regarding proposed developments, highlighting issues related to flooding, traffic, and community integrity.

Cocoa Beach City Commission Approves Tentative Millage Rate Increase Amid Heated Budget Discussion

Overview: The Cocoa Beach City Commission meeting focused on several critical budgetary issues, approving a tentative millage rate increase while grappling with rising costs, deficit concerns, and the challenges posed by short-term rentals.

Brevard County Tourism Development Council Debates Lighthouse Funding Amid Security Concerns

Overview: The Brevard County Tourism Development Council met to discuss various issues, with the primary focus on the contentious grant request from the Lighthouse Foundation and the implications of increased security restrictions during NASA launches on local tourism.

Brevard County Commission Approves $1.23 Million TDC Funding for Amphitheater Amid Public Debate

Overview: The Brevard County Commission meeting addressed several issues, with the most notable being the approval of $1.23 million in Tourist Development Council (TDC) funding for the Myer Amphitheater. This decision followed discussions and public comments emphasizing the project’s impact on the community and local veterans.