Community Pulse
What residents are talking about in Cocoa public meetings, ranked by community engagement.
20 topics in public safety
Police enforcement of drug activity
Joe Lee Smith Center safety
Code lien release — 1104 W. Highland Drive
Artificial lighting ordinance concerns
Artificial lighting nuisance
Council civility
Police dispatch changes and Cocoa redevelopment
Speeding on Hewlett Street
Security-light nuisance dispute at 2414 Tulane Dr.
Police drone and surveillance
Souls for Souls shoe giveaway
Homeless family assistance
Policing practices
Code enforcement / property maintenance in District 4
Traffic safety on Johnson and Bernard Streets
CE26-001143 / 703 S. Georgia Ave code case
Railroad Avenue debris
Satsuma Street nuisance property
Unified 911 dispatching
Barbara Jenkins Street speed cushions
In the News
12 articlesRecent coverage of Cocoa from local and regional media.
Cocoa CRA Newsletter October 1, 2026
Oct 29, 2026Annual Cocoa vs. Rockledge Food Drive
Team Cocoa is back yet again to compete against Rockledge in the Cocoa vs. Rockledge Annual Food Drive. Each year, the City of Cocoa partners with the Sharing Center of Central Brevard to support individuals and families in need this holiday season.
Oct 16, 2026Cocoa Firefighters Recognized for Lifesaving Actions During Medical Emergency
Four members of the City of Cocoa Fire Department were recognized on October 8, 2026, with a Unit Commendation Award for their lifesaving actions during a medical emergency on September 22, 2026.
Oct 12, 2026Ordinance No. 15-2026 Relating to AMENDING CHAPTER 13.5, ARTIFICIAL LIGHTING NUISANCES
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF COCOA, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 13.5, NUISANCES; AMENDING ARTICLE I, IN GENERAL, TO PROVIDE FOR THE GENERAL ABATEMENT OF NUISANCES; CREATING A NEW ARTICLE IV, ARTIFICIAL LIGHTING NUISANCES...
Oct 9, 2026Ordinance 13-2026 - AMENDING APPENDIX A, ARTICLE XI, SECTION 5 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE
Oct 8, 2026Connecting Florida by Rail: Next Stop, Cocoa
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) presented a $57.5 million check to the City of Cocoa and the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) today, October 6, marking a historic milestone for the future Cocoa Multimodal Station.
Oct 6, 2026City of Cocoa Receives $2 Million State Grant for Planned Brightline Station
City of Cocoa Receives $2 Million State Grant for Planned Brightline Station Space Coast Daily
Jul 22, 2026City Of Cocoa Hit With Ransomware Cyberattack
City Of Cocoa Hit With Ransomware Cyberattack TalkOfTitusville.com
Feb 24, 2026Cocoa, Florida faces possible ransomware hit as city IT systems falter
Cocoa, Florida faces possible ransomware hit as city IT systems falter DysruptionHub
Feb 23, 2026City of Cocoa Breaks Ground on Workforce Housing Development in Michael C. Blake Subdivision
City of Cocoa Breaks Ground on Workforce Housing Development in Michael C. Blake Subdivision Space Coast Daily
Jan 28, 2026Cocoa police investigate bomb threats to city hall, Cocoa Village bank
Cocoa police investigate bomb threats to city hall, Cocoa Village bank Florida Today
Dec 11, 2025Cocoa City Council Approves Seven-Story Luxury Project for 430 Brevard Ave., Cocoa, Florida
Cocoa City Council Approves Seven-Story Luxury Project for 430 Brevard Ave., Cocoa, Florida Florida YIMBY
Dec 8, 2025