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Contents Summer 2016 About West Melbourne A Welcome From City Council pg 2 About our City pg 3 Doing Business in West Melbourne Top 5 Benefits pg 4 West Melbourne Demographics Fast Facts & Stats pg 5 Economic Opportunities Industrial Development Opportunities pg 7 Doing Business in West Melbourne pg 10 Business Incentives: City Level Programs and Services pg 11 Community Development Area (CRA) pg 12 Business Incentives: State and Regional Programs and Services pg 13 Contacts and Information pg 14 Additional copies or information may be obtained from the City of West Melbourne, at 2240 Minton Road, West Melbourne, FL 32904, c/o Christy Fischer, Planning Director (321) 837-7778 All rights reserved, 2016. 1
Welcome to our City Hal J. Rose Mayor John Tice Council Member Stephany Eley Council Member William Mettrick Council Member Andrea Young Council Member Barbara Smith Deputy Mayor Pat Bentley Council Member Mayor Hal J. Rose and the West Melbourne City Council thank you for your interest in the City of West Melbourne! West Melbourne has it all: a convenient location in one of the world s top technology hotspots - Florida s Space Coast, low taxes, an excellent quality of life, a top-tier educational system and a pro-business government committed to responsible economic development. Take a look at West Melbourne and discover the opportunities awaiting your business. You ll like what you see! The City s economic development priorities are: -Creating value-added job opportunities for our residents; -Supporting our existing industries and recruiting compatible industries; -Diversifying our community s economic base; -Enhancing the overall quality of life in our City. To address these priorities, the City of West Melbourne has established strong working partnerships with State and County agencies, such as Enterprise Florida and the Space Coast Economic Development Commission, as well as premier educational resources, including the University of Central Florida, Eastern Florida State College and Florida Institute of Technology. These partnerships and our shared commitment to regional economic development objectives enable the City of West Melbourne and our partners to realize our shared, sustainable, development vision. West Melbourne is a modern, suburban City maturing into a community driven by the development of technology-industry clusters and capitalizing on our proximity to and established relationships with, our region s educational and research leaders. West Melbourne s ever-diversifying retail and entertainment opportunities, unsurpassed natural assets, recreational facilities and developing urban amenities, make our City one of the best places to live, work and raise a family. Welcome to our City, West Melbourne Vision Statement to become a special city that provides its community members with an exceptional quality of life while maintaining a small hometown sense of place that is distinctly West Melbourne. - City of West Melbourne West Melbourne, Economic Development 2
About our City The City of West Melbourne is located in east central Florida, nestled between the cities of Palm Bay and Melbourne. The City was established and incorporated in 1959 in an effort to avoid inclusion in the City of Melbourne and the additional ad valorem tax. In the early years, West Melbourne provided limited services to its citizens. In 1959 the first annual audit of the community revealed revenues of $13,578 and expenses of $2,138 whereas the 2015-2016 budget stands at $27,811,750. The City has grown in size (approximately 10.3 square miles) and in population (a 2015 population of 20,250). In the years since its creation, the City has expanded its municipal services by purchasing, expanding and improving a waste water treatment, disposal and reuse facility, establishing and expanding a well-respected law enforcement protection program, developing and maintaining recreational facilities to meet the needs of our citizens and providing other essential services such as Planning and Zoning, Code Administration, Records Management, Road and Drainage Maintenance and Administrative Services. Located on Florida s Space Coast, the City of West Melbourne has long been home to technology and space industry employees and their families. Capitalizing on the close proximity to an established technology and space industry cluster, the City of West Melbourne is aggressively pursuing technology-oriented manufacturing, warehousing/distribution and professional service companies seeking a competitive advantage in the marketplace. West Melbourne s peaceful quality of life is complemented by the area s diverse business community and vibrant mix of traditional businesses, service providers and 21st century high-technology knowledge businesses. The three (3) primary components of the City s traditional business community include the trade, transportation and utilities sector, the professional and business services sector and the construction sector. With one of the lowest tax rates in Brevard County, West Melbourne has taken great strides in improving the City s business climate and making West Melbourne an even better place to do business. The City has established an economic enhancement district (WAVE District) to allow access to state and federal job creation incentives, established a tax abatement program to reduce overall operating expenses for companies and has initiated a redevelopment and capital improvement programs to focus public infrastructure improvements on its commercial corridors and business parks. West Melbourne is already capitalizing on its close proximity to traditional Space Coast industries and manufacturers by developing its own technology and manufacturing cluster. West Melbourne is home to corporate headquarters, manufacturers and technology-oriented companies such as RELM Wireless, Lockheed Martin, Confluent RF Systems, and Mack Technologies. These companies represent a range of specializations including advanced wireless telecommunication, avionics and defense technologies, advanced metallurgy production and electronic circuit board manufacturing and assembly. Find out what these industry leaders already know and make West Melbourne the launching pad for your company s success! West Melbourne Melbourne International Airport 3 West Melbourne www.westmelbourne.org
Doing Business in West Melbourne The City is committed to assisting businesses in establishing a physical presence in our City or conducting occasional business within our community. Businesses can operate in West Melbourne by either having a physical location or by conducting their business in our City limits. Businesses with countywide Business Tax Receipts can conduct business in West Melbourne. Businesses desiring a physical address in the City limits can go to the City s web site and click on the How do I link which contains the business tax receipt and building permit applications as well as information on activating water, sewer and solid waste collection. Qualified Targeted Industries for State of Florida Incentives Assistance to Businesses The City is a member of the Economic Development Commission of Florida s Space Coast and the Melbourne Regional Chamber of East Central Florida and both these organizations provide extensive guidance to new businesses or those looking to expand in South Brevard. The City also has affiliations with the Small Business Development Center at the Eastern Florida State College, Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce and the My Region organization in Central Florida. The Small Business Development Center offers a wealth of information about starting a new business or expanding existing businesses. Source: Enterprise Florida, Inc. www.eflorida.com The following pages provide the summaries of business incentives offered at the local, regional and state level, as well as a listing of contacts to assist businesses. The City s programs coupled with a range of additional State, regional, and local incentives and services makes the relocation or expansion of business in West Melbourne a profitable and business-savvy decision! West Melbourne, Economic Development 4
Doing Business in West Melbourne Top 5 Benefits 1 STRATEGICALLY-LOCATED TRANSPORTATION HUB West Melbourne is strategicallylocated on Central Florida s East Coast in Brevard County. This location can provide your business with quick access to air, rail, sea and over-the-road transportation systems. West Melbourne is minutes away from Interstate Highway access, deep water ports and a space port. Easy access to the northern and southern hemispheres markets make West Melbourne the ideal logistical choice for your company. QUALITY OF LIFE 2 The City of West Melbourne combines the friendliness and accessibility of a small town with the excitement and vibrancy of the Florida Space Coast! The City boasts extensive, high quality family services provided by organizations such as Field of Dreams, SC Early Intervention and Promise of Brevard. Located minutes from some of the world s most famous beaches, the City of West Melbourne is also minutes away from other local attractions such as the Kennedy Space Center, the Brevard Zoo, the King Performing Arts Center, Space Coast Stadium (headquarters of US Specialty Sports Association which manages softball and baseball tournaments) and the Brevard Country Club-Melbourne. The area s natural resources provide residents with the unique ability to simultaneously experience old Florida as well as all the local retail, entertainment and dining opportunities in their own backyard. Other Florida attractions nearby include Walt Disney World Resorts, Sea World Orlando, Universal Studios-Islands of Adventure and Busch Gardens. EXCELLENT EDUCATION 3 SYSTEM West Melbourne is part of Brevard County s high-ranking educational system as well as one of the highestrated in the State. West Melbourne offers educational resources from preschool to post graduate all within five miles of the city! The City has three public elementary schools, one public middle school and one public high school, all of which are A and one-b rated. Brevard County schools rank 6th among all school districts in Florida, with a graduation rate of 86.2%. College graduates residing in West Melbourne represent 32% of the population. The close proximity of the educational institutions, such as Barry University, Eastern Florida State College, Columbia College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Everest University, Florida Institute of Technology, Keiser University, the University of Central Florida (Southern Region) and Webster University, provide readily accessible higher education, research and development opportunities. 4 HIGHLY-SKILLED PROFESSIONAL WORKFORCE West Melbourne offers area businesses the benefit of a highly-skilled, well-educated professional workforce. Located on Florida s Space Coast, West Melbourne is home to numerous technology and manufacturing firms including advanced wireless telecommunications, avionics and defense technologies, advanced metallurgy production and electronic circuit board manufacturing and assembly firms. This technically-skilled workforce is readily available for your business in West Melbourne. The City is currently benefitting from continued growth of the Lockheed Martin Corporation and SpaceX bringing sustained investment, commercial and industrial development near the Orlando Melbourne International Airport. DIVERSE BUSINESS 5 COMMUNITY West Melbourne is a probusiness city government committed to planned growth, creating job opportunities for residents, maintaining and improving the overall quality of life for residents and visitors. The City has initiated an aggressive business recruitment and retention program in partnership with Brevard County, the Space Coast EDC and Enterprise Florida to stimulate investment and job creation in the City! The City has identified targeted sites, provides expedited permitting and application assistance, provides local tax abatement to qualifying companies, has established a community redevelopment program, and provides access to brownfield incentives. These programs access and guidance coupled with a range of additional State, regional, and local incentives, programs and services will make the relocation or expansion of your business in West Melbourne a profitable and business-savvy decision! 5 West Melbourne www.westmelbourne.org
West Melbourne Fast Facts & Stats The City of West Melbourne was created in 1959. West Melbourne has grown significantly in population and stature since its early beginnings. Since 2000, the City has experienced the highest population growth percentage of any municipality in Brevard County and now has in excess of 20,000 residents. Over the years, the City has grown to more than 9.9 square miles. Home to young, well-educated families, West Melbourne is characterized by young professionals, families and technical workers who provide a vibrancy and vitality to our Space Coast. Population Young and well-educated is an apt description for the residents of our growing city. The population of West Melbourne has grown by leaps and bounds. One of the fastest growing communities in Brevard County, West Melbourne also has one of the youngest populations. Over 50% of its population is under the age of 45. West Melbourne residents also boast an educational attainment surpassing the State and County averages for High School graduation and College Degree attainment of 94% and 32%, respectively, for the population 18 years and older. The City of West Melbourne has experienced consistent, positive, population growth over the past 10 years. This steady growth is a testament to the continued appeal of West Melbourne as a preferred residential destination. Home Ownership, Income and Cost-of-Living The median value of homes owned in the City of West Melbourne is $23,600 higher than Brevard County. The median household income for West Melbourne residents is $52,563, higher than the State and County levels of $47,212 and $48,483, respectively. The comparatively-high median household income level coupled with a young and well-educated population creates ideal market conditions for the continued development of 21st century high-technology, knowledgebased businesses as well as traditional businesses and service providers. Education and Employment The City of West Melbourne can accommodate your educational needs from kindergarten to college without ever leaving the Space Coast! Brevard County s public schools are A and B rated. West Melbourne residents have higher education attainment levels than State and Brevard County averages. Seven (7) highereducation facilities from traditional universities and specialized technical colleges to aeronautical universities are all within minutes of West Melbourne! The City of West Melbourne business community is composed of a wide range of technical and traditional businesses and industries. The largest industry sector comprising the business community are, in descending order: 1. Education, Health Care, Social Services; 2. Retail Trade; 3. Manufacturing; 4. Professional, Scientific & Management; 5. Arts, Entertainment, Recreation. The concentration of 21st century hightechnology knowledge-based businesses and traditional businesses and service providers corresponds with the City s residents high level of educational attainment, the high median income levels and proximity to our Space Coast s technology industry cluster. The diversified composition of the West Melbourne business community represents a significant workforce resource for relocation or expanding technology or knowledge companies. Many technically skilled workers and experienced business professionals already call West Melbourne home! West Melbourne, Economic Development 6
West Melbourne DEMOGRAPHICS 23.7% 0-19 YEARS 65+ years 45-64 years 35-44 years 25-34 years 18-24 years 18+ years 5.7% 20-24 YEARS 12.8% 25-34 YEARS 13.0% 24.5% 11.8% 35-44 YEARS 30.6% 31.4% 32.0% 42.1% 37.7% 18.3% 45-59 YEARS 27.6% 60+ YEARS 22% UNDER 18 YEARS 88.6% 78% 18+ YEARS 96.1% 96.6% 96.3% 94.0% 0.0% 20.0% 40.0% 60.0% 80.0% 100.0% 120.0% Bachelor's degree or higher (%) High school diploma or higher (%) $150,000 to $199,999 $100,000 to $149,999 $75,000 to $99,999 $50,000 to $74,999 $35,000 to $49,999 $25,000 to $34,999 $15,000 to $24,999 $10,000 to $14,999 Less than $10,000 Age Distribution 2014 Educational Attainment 2014 Median Household Income 2014 $200,000 or more 2.0% 4.3% 3.6% 4.4% 13.8% 12.9% 12.4% 12.4% 14.4% 19.8% 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% Source: 2010-2014 American Community Survey, U.S. Census Bureau 7 West Melbourne www.westmelbourne.org
West Melbourne LOCAL BUSINESS Unclassified Establishments Government Services Finance, Insurance & Real Estate Retail Trade Wholesale Trade Utility Communication Transportation Manufacturing Construction Agriculture & Mining Private Establishments by Sector What Companies Research When Expanding Highway Accessibility Labor Costs Proximity to Major Markets Availability of Skilled Labor Available Land Energy Availability and Costs State and Local Incentives Occupancy or Construction Costs Tax Exemptions 25 16 51 4 15 26 43 18 101 95 Expedited or fast-track Permitting 308 West Melbourne can help! State programs CRA programs 386 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 Source: 2015 ESRI Business Analyst. Local Business Expansion Source: Area Development Online, March 2012 (presented by the EDC to BOCC on March 22 nd ) West Melbourne, Economic Development 8
Industrial Development Opportunities S JOHN RODES BLVD VI10 VI9 VI7 VI8 ELLIS RD VI3 VI4 VI5 B4 VI13 VI6 VI14 VI12 B1 VI2 B2 B3 VI1 SHERIDAN RD VC6 VC2 The City of West Melbourne has identified 24 business sites targeted for industrial businesses. These sites are located East of I-95 near Ellis Road, Sheridan Road and Wickham Road. Almost all of the sites lie in the City s brownfield area and many of them are also in the City s newly created Community Redevelopment Area. The B properties, shaded in blue, are developed with buildings. The undeveloped ( VC ) and vacant ( VI ) properties, shaded in red and purple respectively, are on average 2.9 acres and 7.8 acres in size respectively. A complete listing of the agent, property value and other information for both vacant and developed sites shown on these maps is available from the City. 9 West Melbourne www.westmelbourne.org
MAP ID B1 B2 B3 B4 MAP ID VI11 VI17 W NA VI16 SA BL VD VI15 VI18 VC1 VC1 VC2 VC3 VC4 VC5 VC6 MAP ID VI1 VI2 VI3 VC3 VC4 VC5 S WICKHAM RD VI4 VI5 VI6 VI7 VI8 VI9 VI10 VI11 VI12 VI13 VI14 VI15 VI16 VI17 VI18 ADDRESS AVAILABLE SPACE (SQUARE FEET) 4300-4356 Fortune Place 17,600 4325 Woodland Park Drive 22,916 10455 John Rodes Boulevard 31,870 7700 Technology Drive 63,409 LOCATION PROPERTY SIZE (ACRES) 800 S Wickham Road 7.9 West of Dike Road 4.4 1150 S Wickham Road 1.0 1221 S Wickham Road 0.8 1240 S Wickham Road 2.6 East of S John Rodes Boulevard 0.4 LOCATION PROPERTY SIZE (ACRES) East of I-95 35.7 West of S John Rodes Boulevard 13.7 East of S John Rodes Boulevard & 3.9 South of Ellis Road South of Ellis Road 2.4 825 S John Rodes Boulevard 18.8 West of 7500 Technology Drive 2.0 East of 7800 Ellis Road 4.0 North of Ellis Road 11.0 West of 7770 Ellis Road 12.6 North of Ellis Road 13.2 Matrix Way & Benchmark Way 11.9 7100 Technology Drive 3.2 6000 Technology Drive 1.0 7664-7704 Progress Circle 2.0 7604 Progress Circle 2.7 7025-7511 Industrial Road 0.6 420 S Wickham Road 0.7 6944-6592 Sonny Dale Drive 1.5 W NEW HAVEN AVE West Melbourne, Economic Development 10
Business Incentives: City Level Programs & Services The City of West Melbourne provides access to a range of State, County and City incentive programs, as shown below, for qualifying industries and companies seeking to relocate or expand within the City. In addition the City has created a Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) in cooperation with Brevard County and a West Melbourne Voluntary Enhancement (WAVE) District within its borders. Both of these areas increase the opportunities for business incentives. NEW HAVEN City of West Melbourne Incentives West Melbourne Tax Abatement Program: The City Council of the City of West Melbourne is authorized to grant property tax exemptions to qualifying new industrial business and expansions of existing businesses with ten or more employees and capital facility improvements. West Melbourne Permit Assistance and Expedited Permitting: The City provides permit assistance and expedited permitting to targeted industries and companies seeking to expand or relocate within the City. West Melbourne Incentive Partnering: The City has established partnerships with Brevard County and the State of Florida and will participate with County and State incentive programs (local matches, etc.) on a case-by-case basis. Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) The CRA has been established in portions of the City and County to stimulate economic development and provide funding for community-improvement projects. The CRA area is generally located along three (3) primary business corridors. The City and the County governments are committed to stimulating economic development, job creation and private sector development within the CRA. Operating as a 30 year cooperative partnership between the City and County, the CRA s long-term development objectives include roadway and infrastructure improvements to enable a sustainable commercial utilization of parcels within the CRA. West Melbourne Area Voluntary Enhancement District West Melbourne Area Voluntary Enhancement (WAVE) District The WAVE District, consists of properties benefiting from economic development incentives for job creation or financial assistance for the assessment and clean-up of polluted sites. Sites located within this District may be eligible to receive State, Federal and local incentives. (1) Tax Refund - Tax refunds up to $2,500 per new job created in the WAVE area. Refunds apply to taxes paid, including corporate income, sales, advalorem, intangible personal property, insurance premium and certain other taxes. (2) Loan Guarantee Program - - 50% loan guarantee on site rehabilitation and development - 75% for affordable housing - Sales/use tax exemption on building materials - Applicable to any property within a designated brownfield area provided eligibility criteria for each incentive is met (3) Voluntary Site Clean Up Tax Refund - Florida Corporate Income Tax refunds up to $500,000 for entities meeting the eligibility criteria established under the applicable Sections of the Florida Statutes and entering into either a Voluntary Cleanup Agreement or a Brownfield Site Rehabilitation Agreement. 11 West Melbourne www.westmelbourne.org
Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) ELLIS ELLIS INDUSTRIAL CORRIDOR NASA JOHN RODES WICKHAM ROAD MIXED-USE CORRIDOR WICKHAM NEW HAVEN NEW HAVEN CORRIDOR Community Redevelopment Area Corridors CRA [SEE-R-A], noun: A dependent special district in which any future increases in property values are set aside to support economic development projects within that district. The City of West Melbourne and Brevard County established a Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) over portions of the City and County to stimulate economic development and provide funding for community-improvement projects. The CRA area is generally located along the three (3) primary commercial corridors serving and passing through the City. These corridors are: the New Haven Avenue commercial corridor, the Wickham Road mixed-use corridor and the Ellis Road industrial corridor. The City of West Melbourne and Brevard County governments are committed to stimulating economic development, job creation and private-sector development within the CRA. Operating as a multidecade cooperative partnership between the City and County, the CRA s long-term development objectives include roadway and infrastructure improvements to enable a sustainable commercial utilization of parcels within the CRA. For more information about the City of West Melbourne/Brevard County Community Redevelopment Agency, its improvement program and business assistance programs please contact: Ms. Christy Fischer, AICP, Planning Director at (321) 837-7778 or email at cfischer@westmelbourne.org West Melbourne, Economic Development 12
Business Incentives: State and Regional Programs & Services STATE OF FLORIDA INCENTIVES Qualified Target Industry (QTI) Tax Refund Program Available for companies creating high wage jobs in targeted industries. This incentive includes refunds on corporate income, sales, ad valorem, intangible personal property, insurance premium and certain other taxes. Quick Response Training (QRT) Program Training program providing existing Florida businesses the necessary training for expansion. Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) Program Provides training to currently employed workers. The program is available to all Florida residents who have been in operation at least one year. Skills upgrade training is required for existing employees. Economic Development Transportation Fund Also known as the Road fund, offers up to $2 million in grants to alleviate transportation challenges impacting the location or expansion of headquarter operations or manufacturing/recycling facilities. The grant must serve as an inducement for the company s location, retention or expansion in Florida and creating or retaining jobs. High Impact Performance Incentive Grant (HIPI) Used to attract and grow major highimpact facilities. The project must operate within designated high-impact portions of selected sectors (biomedical technology, financial services, silicon technology and transportation equipment manufacturing), create at least 50 new full-time-equivalent jobs in Florida in a three-year period and make a cumulative investment in the State of at least $50 million in a three-year period. Capital Investment Tax Credit An annual credit against the Florida Corporate Income Tax for up to 20 years. Eligible projects are in designated, highimpact sectors (silicon technology, biotechnology, biocertain transportation-equipment manufacturing or certain information-technology facilities), creating at least 100 jobs and invest at least $25 million in eligible capital costs incurred in the acquisition, construction, installation and equipping of a project from construction to operation. Expedited Permitting Assistance/Streamlining Process Achieved through a commitment among the State s regulatory agencies to provide quicker, less-costly and more predictable permitting processes for significant economic development projects without reducing environmental standards. Qualified Defense and Space Contractor Tax Refund A program to preserve and grow Florida s high-technology employment base by encouraging defense contractors to consolidate defense contracts, acquire new contracts or convert to commercial production. Pre-approved projects receive tax refunds of up to $3000 per job created or saved in Florida. Jobs for the Unemployed Tax Credit Program (JUTC) Provides incentives to hire qualified employees who were previously unemployed. Sales Tax Electricity Exemption Allows for sales tax exemptions on electricity and boiler fuels used to operate machinery and equipment for manufacturing, pollution control equipment, recycling equipment, maintenance equipment or monitoring/control equipment. Aviation Industry Tax Exemptions These industry tax exemptions include the maintenance or repair of aircraft, equipment used in aircraft maintenance or repair and fixed wing aircraft sales or leases. Space Industry Tax Exemptions Semiconductor, defense and space-technology facilities, exemption of sales and uses taxes that would otherwise be paid by the qualifying business on machinery and equipment used in production and research and development. Certified businesses may also elect to designate one or more State universities to receive up to 100% of the amount of the qualifying exemption. In return, the university must match the funds equally and provide research and development projects for the certified business. Additional State Incentives No State personal income tax; no State-level ad valorem tax; no inventory tax; exemptions from sales tax on manufacturing machinery and equipment used in production; sales and use tax exemptions for research and development costs; sales tax exemptions for the motion picture, television and recording industries; and International transactions exempted from documentary stamp tax and international banking transactions from intangible tax. REGIONAL SERVICES & START UP SUPPORT Florida High Technology Corridor Created in 1996, the Florida High Tech Corridor Consortium focuses on attracting, retaining and growing high-tech industry in the 21-county region of the Corridor by utilizing university research initiatives, workforce development projects and joint marketing of the region with economic development, community college and industry partners. Florida Virtual Entrepreneur Center The Center is a web portal, developed in partnership with the Florida High Tech Corridor Consortium, designed to provide a robust and easy-to-use resource for local entrepreneurs to find information and services to support their new or growing business. It provides links to service providers, local governments and other agencies to support starting businesses, expanding businesses or relocating businesses to Central Florida! GrowFL The Florida Economic Gardening Institute, funded through the University of Central Florida, uses its host of partners committed to delivery of statewide services, to help secondstage companies achieve their potential. GrowFL provides, a suite of high-end, high-speed technical assistance and business resources to companies that have grown beyond the startup phase and need access to information and decision-making tools typically available only to larger companies. A team of highly-trained and experienced analysts will be deployed to identify the areas of opportunities for business expansion or refinement. 13 West Melbourne www.westmelbourne.org
CONTACTS AND INFORMATION The City of West Melbourne offers a combination of advantages recognized by many industry leaders as a growing, yet uncongested, area of Florida providing the Launching Pad for your company s success! Contacts for the City of West Melbourne and for other regional assistance are listed below. For additional information, please visit www.westmelbourne.org and contact Ms. Christy Fischer, AICP, Planning Director (321) 837-7778; cfischer@westmelbourne.org CITY OF WEST MELBOURNE City Hall 2240 Minton Road West Melbourne, FL 32904 tel (321) 727-7700 fax (321) 768-2390 Mayor s office Hal J. Rose, Mayor (321) 768-7518 City Manager Scott Morgan (321) 837-7771 City Attorney Morris Richardson (321) 837-7772 Public Works Director - Deputy City Manager Keith Mills (321) 837-7777 Building Official Tom Forbes (321) 837-7776 City Clerk Sue Frank (321) 837-7774 Finance Director Margi Starkey (321) 837-7775 Planning Director Christy Fischer (321) 837-7778 UTILITY SERVICES Water Service (321) 984-0485 FPL Business 1-800-375-2434 AREA BUSINESS SERVICES Economic Development Commission of Florida s Space Coast (321) 638-2000 Melbourne Regional Chamber of East Central Florida tel (321) 724-5400 fax (321) 725-2093 Better Business Bureau (321) 984-8454 Small Business Development Center Eastern Florida State College (321) 433-5570 Disney Entrepreneur Center (407) 420-4848 Enterprise Florida, Inc. (407) 956-5600 www.eflorida.com Florida High Tech Corridor Consortium (407) 708-4630 www.floridahightech.com Grow Florida (407) 823-6384 www.growfl.com Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce (321) 951-9998 University of Central Florida (321) 632-1111, option 0 West Melbourne, Economic Development 14