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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.
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Joy LLC’s Regulatory Advantage: Palm Bay’s Development Loophole
Joy LLC's Eden at Bayside Lakes proposal is reviewed under Palm Bay's old Land Development Code, giving the developer an advantage. Learn how this regulatory loophole impacts residents.
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Palm Bay Budget Hearing: Last Chance to Challenge Cap Override
Palm Bay residents have one final chance to challenge the proposed tax cap override at the upcoming budget hearing. Learn what's at stake and how to get involved.
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Palm Bay Infrastructure Funding and City Council Actions
The Palm Bay City Council reinstates public comment broadcasts and approves a $1.1M sewer spill payment amidst critical debates over infrastructure funding and road maintenance.
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Palm Bay board rejects townhomes
The Palm Bay Planning and Zoning Board met on September 3, 2025, to evaluate three development projects. They overwhelmingly rejected the Sankofa Green Estates...
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Palm Bay Confronts Republic Services Over Contract Amid New Cart Rules
Residents of Palm Bay, get ready for a significant change that could affect your trash collection. The City of Palm Bay is taking a firm new stance with its...
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Navigating Growth: Palm Bay Development Proposals Test City’s Vision
Three major Palm Bay development proposals, including a contentious high-density infill project and a large annexation, are set to test the city's land use policies. The Planning and Zoning Board face