Business Advisory Board Meeting of Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Business Advisory Board · 2026-07-14 · agenda

[2285 Minton Road, West Melbourne, FL] The Business Advisory Board discussed a pilot program for statues/mascots as City identity. The park on Minton Road was renamed Sandhill Crane Park, and over 20 acres were acquired to expand it. The Sandhill Crane is a frequently mentioned mascot, also present in the City's logo. The program may utilize economic development funds in the upcoming budget. Suggestions included artist competitions, public voting on designs, and potential sponsorship for artwork. The Board also discussed reviving a Beautification Award program to recognize businesses that improve their properties. Past recognized efforts included painting buildings and new landscaping. The Board is exploring categories for new construction and renovations, and the possibility of murals. The Board composition was discussed, with a suggestion to encourage more businesspeople to join. The next meeting will further discuss the mascot idea and potentially the Beautification program. The Business Advisory Board reviewed the Draft Budget and Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. Key projects include Continued New Water Plant Construction ($14,500,000), Treatment Plant Process Improvements (Bio-Nutrient Removal) ($7,500,000), and a New Industrial Injection Well ($5,900,000). Other significant projects include Henry Avenue Reconstruction ($2,000,000), Future NW City Park Land Acquisition ($2,000,000), Public Works Administration Building at Water Plant Site ($2,000,000), New Community Development Building/Council Chambers ($2,000,000), Sheridan Road Neighborhoods Septic to Sewer ($1,875,000), John Rodes Looping ($1,350,000), and Parks Systems Master Plan Improvements ($1,075,000). The proposed millage rate for FY26-27 is 1.7990, a decrease from the FY25-26 rate of 1.8151.