Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Melbourne public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in public safety with medium priority
Downtown railroad crossing safety
A West Melbourne woman was nearly struck crossing the FEC tracks downtown; her husband asked council for longer crossing times and better warnings. Staff had already flagged the crossing to FEC Railway and a TPO safety grant project.
Lighting Glare from Street Light Replacements
Residents in the Villas at Spring Creek community raised complaints regarding intense glare from a newly installed LED street light by FPL. The board granted the HOA time to work with FPL on installing an adjusted light shield.
Electric Bicycle Safety and Enforcement
Police officials reported a surge in e-bike traffic incidents and crashes involving both juveniles and adults. The police department outlined a strategy combining community education, school outreach, and strict traffic enforcement.
Emergency Preparedness
Hurricane season is right around the corner on June 1st, meaning it's time to check your storm supplies and make sure your emergency plan is ready to go.
Public Safety Meeting
Melbourne is holding a public community meeting all about Fire Station 72. If you live in the area or just want a better grasp on your neighborhood's emergency response, you might want to drop by.
Utility Emergency Alerts
Melbourne water users can now sign up for a brand new emergency alert system to get the heads-up on urgent utility problems. It's a quick way to stay in the loop if something goes wrong with your water service.
Crime Mapping
Melbourne just dropped a new interactive crime map, making it super easy for you to check out safety trends right in your neighborhood. Now you can easily see what's happening on your block without having to dig through boring police reports.