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Palm Bay Council to debate decorum rules and possible suspension request for Councilman Langevin after inflammatory remarks.
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Proposed Temporary Left-Turn Closures on Malabar Road
Palm Bay is considering temporary left-turn closures on Malabar Road between San Filippo and I-95 to reduce traffic congestion. A public meeting will be held October 6.
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Palm Bay council decorum meeting
Palm Bay council will hold a special meeting Sept. 30, 2025, to address council conduct and decorum, sparked by Councilman Chandler Langevin’s controversial remarks.
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Coffee with the City Manager
Coffee with the City Manager is now a monthly event at Palm Bay City Hall, giving residents a chance to connect directly with City Manager Matthew Morton.
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Palm Bay City Council October 2 Meeting Preview
Palm Bay City Council will meet on October 2, 2025, with key agenda items including annexation, rezoning, utility projects, and legislative priorities.
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Cogan Plaza Self-Storage on Planning & Zoning Agenda
The Oct. 1 Palm Bay Planning & Zoning meeting will focus on the proposed Cogan Plaza Self-Storage in Bayside Lakes, the only active item on the agenda.
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Malabar Annex Training Exercise Advisory
Malabar Annex training exercise on Sept. 26 may cause loud noises, but it is a safe routine drill for readiness.
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Palm Bay Tax Increase Proposed to Fund Public Safety
Palm Bay officials are proposing a property tax increase for Fiscal Year 2026 to fund critical public safety needs, raising questions about the city's voter-approved spending cap.
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Divisive Palm Bay Council Meeting Tackles March, Denies Zoning Change
Palm Bay Council Meeting featured heated debate over a planned march honoring Charlie Kirk and key development decisions, leaving the community to question the path forward on growth and unity.
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Ellis Road widening: what Palm Bay needs to know
FDOT will host an Ellis Road widening open house on October 1. Palm Bay residents are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and share feedback before October 13.
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Palm Bay City Council to Tackle Development, Restore Public Comment Broadcast
The upcoming Palm Bay City Council meeting is to review two large-scale development projects amidst a new policy to broadcast public comments live, signaling a critical moment for city transparency.
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Palm Bay Millage Rate Set at 6.700
Palm Bay City Council sets the operating millage rate at 6.700 for FY 2025-26, sparking a debate on taxes and city finances. Find out how this affects your taxes.