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Correction Course: How a Friday Night Email Fixed the ‘Blind’ Budget Workshop
Opinion: When a resident flagged a blank agenda for an upcoming budget meeting, the City Manager didn’t get defensive. He got to work.
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The “Management Mindset” vs. The Strong Mayor Warning: Charter Commission Repeals Time Limits
Palm Bay Charter Review Commission (CRC) repeals meeting time limits, debates citizenship for leadership, and reviews the 3% revenue cap as city historian Bill Batten warns against a “strong mayor” sy
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Taxes, Term Limits, and Election Overhauls: What’s at Stake This Thursday
Local voters to weigh in on tax caps and election structure as Charter Review Commission debates major city reforms.
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You are Cordially Invited: Palm Bay Announces 2026 Valentine’s Family Gala
The City of Palm Bay prepares for a night of “Love, Fun, and Family” at the Greater Palm Bay Senior Center this February. Tickets are now available for the semi-formal event.
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Major Utility Upgrades to Trigger Lane Shifts in Northeast Palm Bay
Beginning January 19, FPL and Pike Construction will launch a three-month modernization project across nine major corridors. How will these daily closures impact your morning commute?
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City Hall: “Extortion,” Lawsuits, and Open Warfare
City Manager drops a bombshell allegation of blackmail while Councilman Langevin calls Deputy Mayor Jaffy a “coward.” The “discomfort” has arrived.
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Traffic Alert: Major Palm Bay Road Closures Planned Through April 2026
FPL and Pike Construction beginning long-term utility work in Northeast Palm Bay; here is the full list of affected streets and travel times.
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Palm Bay to Unveil Building E: A New Era for Resident Services
The City of Palm Bay officially opens Building E on January 22, 2026. Will this new facility successfully streamline municipal operations for a growing population?
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Building E Update: City Hall Campus Expansion Relocations Begin
Palm Bay residents will see the Building Department and Utilities Customer Service move to a new modern facility this month.
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Speak Up Brevard 2026: How to Turn Your Idea into County Law
Brevard County residents have until January 31 to bypass the typical “black hole” of public comment and force a formal legislative vote on their ideas for government improvement.
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Major Lane Closures on Malabar Road Through Jan. 23
Utility construction between St. Johns Heritage Pkwy and Championship Circle will impact daytime commutes for nearly three weeks.
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ROAD ADVISORY: City of Palm Bay Launches Comprehensive Pavement Study
High-tech sensors and cameras will evaluate 791 miles of roadway to prioritize repairs and ensure the efficient use of GO Road Bond funds.