Upcoming Palm Bay City Board Meetings: Disaster Relief and Sustainability
Key Community Meetings Covering Disaster Relief Efforts and Sustainability Initiatives in Palm Bay
Palm Bay, FL — Residents of Palm Bay are encouraged to participate in two important city board meetings scheduled for this week. These meetings will address key topics that directly impact the community, from disaster relief efforts to sustainability initiatives.
Disaster Relief Committee Special Meeting — October 24, 2024
The Disaster Relief Committee (DRC) will hold a special meeting on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the City Hall Council Chambers, 120 Malabar Road SE. This meeting will focus on discussions related to ongoing assistance for the recent hurricanes that affected Florida, specifically Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.
City Manager Suzanne Sherman recently provided an in-depth update on the city's recovery efforts for Hurricane Milton during the last city council meeting. She highlighted various initiatives, such as collaboration with state and federal agencies to secure funding for the hardest-hit areas, infrastructure repair efforts, and restoring essential services to affected residents. These updates will serve as the foundation for the Disaster Relief Committee's discussions as they determine the best ways to continue supporting the recovery efforts.
The agenda for the meeting includes:
Adoption of minutes from the September 3, 2024, meeting.
New business discussing relief assistance for Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, including a review of the current recovery status as presented by City Manager Sherman.
The meeting will be broadcast live on the city's website, allowing those unable to attend in person to stay informed. Public comments are also welcome, giving residents the opportunity to voice their thoughts on both non-agenda and agenda items during designated times.
Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting — October 23, 2024
The Sustainability Advisory Board (SAB) will be meeting on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the City Hall Council Chambers, 120 Malabar Road SE. This regular meeting will cover several important topics focused on improving Palm Bay's sustainability efforts.
Key items on the agenda include:
Introduction of a new board member.
Review of Sunshine Laws, which are crucial for maintaining transparency in local government.
Updates to the Sustainability Action Plan and a discussion on the board's budget.
Planning for the Sustainability Fair 2025, an event aimed at promoting environmentally friendly practices among residents.
This meeting is also open for public comments, giving residents the opportunity to share their input on sustainability initiatives. This meeting also will be broadcast live on the city's website, allowing those unable to attend in person to stay informed
Stay Engaged in Your Community
These meetings are excellent opportunities for residents to learn about and contribute to significant issues affecting Palm Bay. Whether you are interested in helping the community recover from natural disasters or want to be involved in sustainability efforts, your voice matters.
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