Palm Bay Faces Final Budget Vote with Dead Utility Hikes Still Baked into Spending Plan
PALM BAY, FL — Two weeks after Council rejected water and sewer increases, administration brings forward a $457.3M budget that leaves a $5.18M enterprise hole unaddressed, zero new capital for police and fire, and targeted development fees.
Key Takeaways:
• Palm Bay Fire Rescue: Requested $8,389,785 for station hardening, apparatus replacement, and emergency facility upgrades.
• Palm Bay Police Department: Requested $3,721,853 for critical operational technology, fleet vehicles, and physical security enhancements.
• Parks and Recreation: Requested $1,868,680 for neighborhood park…
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