Cocoa Beach Honors Women’s Club and Police Officers During City Commission Meeting

Overview: The recent Cocoa Beach City Commission meeting highlighted the substantial contributions of the Cocoa Beach Women’s Club over the past 60 years and recognized the compassionate actions of local police officers. The meeting also addressed issues such as stormwater management plans, waste management contract renewals, and a proposed ordinance to streamline the civil citation appeal process.

Brevard County Zoning Board Grapples with Variance Requests Amid Neighborhood Disputes

Overview: The Brevard County Zoning Board meeting on October 15, 2025, dealt with numerous variance applications, featuring discussions about property boundaries and environmental impacts. The board approved several variance requests, notably for a swimming pool and a dock, while tabling others for further review. Disputes arose over property encroachments, environmental considerations, and the impact of new structures on neighborhood aesthetics and drainage.

Brevard County Commission Faces Environmental Challenges and Legislative Hurdles Amidst Community Concerns

Overview: The recent Brevard County Commission meeting was marked by discussions on pressing environmental and legislative issues, including a $240 million project addressing contamination, severe stormwater management challenges, impacts of state law changes on local governance, and public concerns over controversial commemorations.

Brevard County Planning Board Challenges State Over SB180 Impact on Local Authority

Overview: In a recent Brevard County Local Planning Agency meeting, members focused on the impact of Senate Bill 180 (SB180) on local governance and the agency’s ability to recommend land development regulations. Amid routine agenda items, the board considered drafting a letter to the Brevard County Board of County Commissioners.

Special Magistrate Orders Compliance for Cocoa Beach Property to Address Safety Violations

Overview: During a recent Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate hearing, the most notable discussion centered on a property on South Orlando Avenue owned by Roger Scrugs, which was cited for ongoing code violations. These included unsafe means of egress and general property maintenance issues. The code enforcement representative detailed the history of the case, noting that multiple notices had been sent to the respondent, who partially addressed some violations but failed to fully comply with city ordinances.