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Property owners contiguous to the City may initiate voluntary annexation proceedings. A petition signed by all property owners in the area being considered for annexation must be submitted to the City of Cocoa. The Property is annexed upon adoption of an annexation ordinance by Cocoa City Council.
The City can initiate annexation proceedings through an annexation referendum of all registered electors residing in the area being considered for annexation. The annexation passes with a simple majority of registered voters voting for annexation.
The City can also initiate annexation proceedings in non-residential areas. The City may annex an area when the owners of more than 50% of the acreage and more than 50% of property owner's consent in the area are consenting to the annexation.
Precautionary Boil Water Notices may be issued because of water system loss of power, loss of water pressure, a water main (pipe) break or other unforeseen emergency. Water pressure keeps pollutants from entering the underground pipes that bring drinking water to your house or business. When the pressure is lost, it is possible that contaminants could seep into the pipes.The notice does not mean that the water is contaminated — it means it is possible for contaminants to enter the pipes and affect drinking water. Until required bacteriological testing is completed, we recommend — as a precaution — boiling tap water before consuming it to kill any potential contaminants, or using bottled water.
If this happens, don't panic. The chances of becoming ill are slim. See your doctor if you experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting or abdominal cramps.
Vigorous boiling for at least one full minute is the safest and most effective method of disinfection. Fill a pot with cold water and start timing when steady streams of bubbles pop from the bottom of the pot. Water must be adequately cooled before it can be used for washing or brushing teeth. Store the boiled water in clean, covered containers. Using bottled water is also an option.
Boiling water purifies it because disease-causing bacteria, viruses or parasites will be destroyed by the heat.
Water from an alternative water source is the best option during a boil water advisory. When bottled water is available, it is a good alternative to boiling water.
Use tap water and soap for hand washing and basic hygiene, but if you are washing your hands to prepare food, use bottled or boiled water.
Use bottled or boiled water to brush teeth.
Yes. Just be careful not to drink the water while you shower or bathe. Though the risk of illness is minimal, individuals who have recent surgical wounds, are immunosuppressed, or have a chronic illness may want to consider using bottled or boiled water for cleansing until the notice is lifted.
Hand-washing dishes: Wash with hot soapy water, then use boiled water to rinse.Dishwasher: If the hot water reaches at least 170 degrees or the dishwasher has a sanitizing cycle and includes a full dry cycle, this will be sufficient.
Fruits, vegetables and other foods should be washed with bottled or boiled water only.
No. Water intended for drinking must be boiled before using it to make beverages, or use bottled water.
Ice already in the freezer when the water pressure drops and before the Precautionary Boil Water Notice is issued is safe. When the notice is issued, turn off your ice maker. Any ice made during the notice should also be disposed of. Allow your icemaker to make three batches of ice and then discard that ice.
Water filters in refrigerators and pitchers do not remove bacteria. For under-sink filters, read the manual. If in doubt, boil.
Many pets, such as dogs, are susceptible to the same diseases as humans. Provide them with bottled or boiled water.
Yes, but fruits and vegetables must be washed using boiled or bottled water before consumption.
No, the notice is issued only to those residences and businesses whose water has the chance of contamination.
After the water system is repaired, and the pressure is restored in the pipes to your home or business, the Precautionary Boil Water Notice will remain in effect while bacteriological tests are conducted to assure the safety of the water. The notice will be lifted (rescinded) only after the required testing proves the water is safe to drink.
Typically, Precautionary Boil Water Notice areas are isolated and affect only a small number of customers. In these cases, notification is provided directly to the customers.However, there are instances when a large-scale Precautionary Boil Water Notice is issued. In these cases, where notices cannot be delivered directly to Cocoa water customers, the City will post the information on the City of Cocoa Website and our social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, Nextdoor), along with providing information to local media.Customers can sign up to receive boil water and rescission notices through the website notification system.
Flush the water out of your household pipes, water fountains, etc. prior to drinking or cooking with the water. Let cold water run through the pipes for a few minutes by opening several faucets throughout the house and outside faucets. If you have an automatic ice maker, allow it to make three batches of ice and then discard that ice. Any ice made during the notice should also be disposed of.
The Cocoa Citizen's Academy is an 8-week program designed to inform residents and community stakeholders about the operations of city government and what is involved in delivering and maintaining services to the citizens of Cocoa. Each session will be about 2 hours long and will be an in-depth look in to the services each department provides to the residents and business owners of this community.
You must be a resident or business owner in the City limits of Cocoa and 18 years of age or older to participate in the program.
Class size for the program will be limited to the first 25 participants that apply. Participants will be selected on a first-come-first-served basis for the program based on their residency eligibility.
Interested citizens and business owners can pick up an application at Cocoa City Hall, apply online through our electronic application, or contact Samantha Senger at email@example.com to be sent an application. Applications must be mailed to City Hall (65 Stone St., Cocoa, FL 32922, Attn: Samantha Senger) or e-mailed to firstname.lastname@example.com unless submitting online though the electronic application which will automatically be submitted to the City of Cocoa.
At this point, the City of Cocoa is offering one Citizens Academy program each year. Future dates for more programs will be posted on the City's website and social media pages.
The City of Cocoa Citizens Academy is an 8-week program designed to inform residents and community stakeholders about the operations of city government and what is involved in delivering and maintaining services to the citizens of Cocoa. The program is designed for residents and Cocoa business owners that are 18 years and older who are interested in learning more about their local government and how they can get involved in their community. Class size is limited to the first twenty-five (25) Cocoa residents or business owners that apply. At the end of the program, participants should have an increased understanding of the organizational structure and operations of the various departments that impact the quality of life in the City of Cocoa. Graduates of the Citizens Academy will be prepared to have a role in the future of their neighborhoods and the City overall through government/citizen engagement. Graduates are encouraged to participate in their local government by joining one of the many boards and committees the City has established to help make decisions regarding your local government. Each participant will be encouraged to apply for a board or committee once they have completed the program.
RECORDS CUSTODIAN PRIMARY CONTACT INFORMATION:Carie Shealy, MMC, City firstname.lastname@example.com City Hall, 65 Stone Street, Cocoa, FL 32922321-433-8484
Cocoa General Employees & Police Pension Plan Primary Contact Information:Sheila Hutcheson, Pension Plan email@example.com Grantline RoadMims, FL 32754321-267-3082
If you are 65 years of age or older and have a household income that does not exceed $20,000.00, you may apply for an additional homestead exemption at the Brevard County Property Appraiser's Office. Income verification and a sworn statement must be provided at the time of application. For additional information, please call (321) 455-1444.
400 Fortenberry Roadin Merritt Island, and serves all of Central Brevard County, is (321) 459-2200. Cocoa Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Customer Service employees will be available to still answer phones, process drop box items, and answer e-mails during this time. There are also multiple ways to pay your utility bill online or virtually through your banking institution.
Payments can be made in multiple ways including:
-Mailing your payment to PO Box 1270, Cocoa, FL 32923-1270 (Do not mail cash payments.)
-Arrange for online payment through your banking institution
-Place your check/money order payment in the secure drop box on the south side of Cocoa City Hall, 65 Stone St. (Cash payments will be accepted temporarily and must be in a sealed envelope that includes the account number or service address. Receipts will not be provided. Any overage will be posted to the account and change will not be provided.)
-Online Bill Pay with a credit card or online check, www.CocoaFL.org (Fees do apply through our online bill processor First Billing.)
-Automatic Debit Agreement, www.cocoafl.org/496/Online-Forms (Completed form and all needed attachments can be e-mailed to email@example.com, mailed to Water Customer Service at 65 Stone St., Cocoa, FL 32922, or dropped in the secure drop box on the south side of City Hall.)
-Calling the automated phone system at (321) 433-8400 (Fees do apply.)
Cash payments for utility bills can be dropped in the secure drop box on the south side of Cocoa City Hall. Please make sure any payment is enclosed inside an envelope with your address or account number clearly written on the envelope. No receipts will be provided. Also change will not be provided. Any overages will be posted to the account.
Terminating your service or requesting new service can all be done in multiple ways including:
-Online at www.cocoafl.org/496/Online-Forms (Completed form and all needed attachments can be e-mailed to firstname.lastname@example.com, mailed to Water Customer Service at 65 Stone St., Cocoa, FL 32922, or dropped in the secure drop box on the south side of City Hall.)
-Calling the automated phone system at (321) 433-8400 (Starting new service can only be done over the phone if the customer has had a previous account in good standing and we can verify the last four digits of the social security number.)
All water shut-offs due to non-payment have been suspended until further notice.
At this point, all testing for COVID-19 is being done through the Florida Department of Health. The Florida Department of Health's COVID-19 hotline is available 24/7 at 1-888-779-6121 or by email at firstname.lastname@example.com. Brevard County residents can also dial 2-1-1. Surrounding counties may have more cases and thus more demand for the testing.
The City of Cocoa staff is working closely with the Brevard County Emergency Management office to coordinate all communication efforts for this public health emergency. For all items specifically pertaining to the City of Cocoa (including closures, facilities and employees), our website and social media pages are updated with new information regularly. Staff also sends out press releases to the local media. Local news for Brevard County does include Orlando as well, so our residents will get a lot of news regarding the City of Orlando and Orange County. Brevard County will have regular press conferences with updated information which can be found on Space Coast Government TV and their social media pages.
There are multiple ways that you can participate in the Cocoa City Council Meetings without having to attend in person, including:
You can visit the Florida Department of Health's Dashboard for the latest information on number of cases in Brevard County. Also, the Florida Department of Health has an extensive website with reports and other useful information. The number of infected individuals for the county are available on the dashboard and the report available on their website gives more details about municipal cases.
The Department of Health is providing information to our Public Safety personnel on the locations of those individuals infected so they can remain protected if responding to that location.
The State is working on a disaster SNAP program that will help residents who need to apply for assistance with food during this public health emergency. As soon as information about the DSNAP program is released, we will pass that information along.
COVID-19 has not been detected in drinking water supplies. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), conventional water treatment methods that use filtration and disinfection, such as those in most municipal drinking water systems, should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.
The Utilities Department continues to refine its emergency action plans and continued operations plan as the pandemic evolves. In the event that a worker gets sick, the City of Cocoa has policies in place to quarantine the individual affected. The plant currently runs on shifts and we have sufficient licensed operators to make shift adjustments for workers who become sick and still be able to safely operate the plant. There are a number of treatment processes at the plant from the filters until it hits your tap that provide virus inactivation in accordance with FDEP and EPA guidelines and there is no direct contact with workers after the filters and no ability to contaminate the water. The City has also implemented a few policies during this time to limit interaction with the public in our facilities and to continually sanitize our facilities.
The City has a stabilization fund for emergency purposes only to ensure City operations continue in times of financial crisis.
The City of Cocoa is participating on daily calls with the Brevard County Emergency Management team (including the Department of Health) to stay on top of the latest developments regarding COVID-19. We are also working closely as a communications team for the County to ensure information is being disseminated as quickly and efficiently has possible.
The City of Cocoa has it's own Emergency Operations team that is head up by Fire Chief Jonathan Lamm and includes Directors from each department that are continuously meeting and monitoring this public health emergency. We are also in daily communication with the Brevard County Emergency Management Office.
We are working based on guidelines from the Governor. If there is a requirement from State officials for a mandatory quarantine, we will adhere to those guidelines. At this time we are asking our residents to adhere to the CDC guidelines of self isolation and social distancing.
The fastest and easiest way to get tested is to contact the Department of Health through their website, https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/?track_covid19 or by calling their 24 hour hotline at 888-779-6121. They will ask you a few questions about the symptoms you are experiencing.
City of Cocoa facilities including City Hall are closed to the public in order to keep our employees and residents safe. Limited services requested by the public will be by appointment only. City employees will also continue to fulfill requests for service either by phone or electronically. The City has put processes in place to continue service to water customers, the development community, businesses and our residents. These processes will be adjusted as necessary to allow us to provide service to our citizens during the Coronavirus/COVID-19 emergency.
All inspections will continue at this time, please contact the Building/Permitting office to schedule an inspection. If you need to pick up a permit, please call (321) 433-8501 to make an appointment.
The splash pad at Riverfront Park has been shut off until further notice out of an abundance of caution to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The City of Cocoa has implemented a number of policies to protect our employees and help stop the spread. All facilities are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized throughout the day. All City facilities have been closed to the public to limit the chance for infection. Employees who need to can telework if they have the ability to do so. Certain departments have also implemented shift work to limit the number of employees in the office at a certain time.
In accordance with the Center for Disease Control in order to keep the community and our employees safe, City Council has approved that all events and non-essential public meetings scheduled at City owned facilities from now through May 11, 2020 be cancelled or rescheduled to a future date to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. We will reassess any further postponements at the April 22, 2020 City Council Meeting. If an event chooses to cancel, we will be offering full refunds on any fees paid to the City for that event. The following special events/meetings were scheduled for this time period:
Brevard County's mandatory evacuation areas include the barrier islands, mobile and manufactured homes, and low-lying areas. Homes near US1 may be in a storm surge zone. Visit Brevard County Emergency Management's evacuation website to determine whether you live in an evacuation zone. Deciding to stay when you are told to evacuate could mean a delay in emergency services and difficulty to reach you. It can also mean an increased risk of losing utility services. Visit http://floridadisaster.org/publicmapping/ to see if you are in an evacuation zone.
If you live east of the Indian River, across a causeway, you live on a barrier island. The following communities are considered barrier islands: Merritt Island, Cape Canaveral, Melbourne Beach, Satellite Beach, Indian Harbor Beach, Cocoa Beach and Indialantic.
Evacuations will be announced with enough time for you to prepare your home, pack your car, and drive to a place of safety well before tropical storm-force winds arrive. Brevard County Emergency Management will make the announcements for evacuations and available shelters and the City of Cocoa will share that information through their communication channels.
Shelter locations and openings are incident specific and will be posted at www.embrevard.com, on the Brevard Emergency Management social media pages, provided to 211 Brevard and sent out to the local media channels once those decisions have been made. Brevard County has general population, pet-friendly and special needs shelters.
A shelter is a place to go in the event of an evacuation, but it can be noisy, crowded and have few personal comforts. Shelters should be your last resort if you have nowhere else to go. A shelter is a stressful environment for everyone; please treat your fellow evacuees with courtesy and kindness.
Residents going to a shelter need to take their own supplies, some of which may be found in your disaster supply kit:
By evaluating your own personal needs and making an emergency plan, you can be better prepared for any situation.
Remember, being ready is the key to maintaining your independence.
There are three types of evacuation shelters available to the public: Primary Evacuation Shelters, Special Needs Shelters, and Pet-Friendly Shelters.
Never go to a shelter unless local officials have announced it is open. Shelter opening will be announced through local television, radio stations, social media, and the Brevard County Emergency Management Website.
Shelters are designed to house residents of the barrier islands (including Merritt Island), those in low-lying or flood-prone areas, those in mobile/manufactured homes, or those with no other sheltering options.
If you choose to go to a shelter, follow these instructions:
Shelters are intended to keep you safe, not necessarily comfortable. Remember, a shelter is a life boat, not a cruise ship.
Pet-friendly shelters are designed to accommodate household pets. Owners are responsible for the feeding, care, clean-up, and behavior of their pets. Shelter openings are incident-specific. Never go to a shelter unless local officials have announced it is open.
If you go to a pet-friendly shelter, you will need:
The Brevard County Special Needs program is for residents with specific health and/or medical conditions needing assistance with sheltering in times of an emergency or disaster during an evacuation. Residents who meet the Special Needs criteria and have no other alternative for a safe shelter should register with Emergency Management.
Applications are available:
Once registered, annual updates are required to keep information current and up-to-date.
As part of the Special Needs registration application, there will be space provided to share information about your pets. Due to health concerns, pets are NOT allowed in Special Needs shelters, so when it comes time to go to the shelter, you will receive a call which will verify your need to be taken to a shelter and pet information. You will be given an approximate time that you will be picked up and Animal Services will pick up your pet. You will need to have your disaster kit, your pet, and their items ready. Once the emergency has passed, and you have returned home, Animal Services will return your pet.
Transportation is free to all Special Needs and primary evacuation shelters, and will be provided to residents who register a transportation request either as a part of a special needs application or if a resident has no means of transport to a shelter. Transportation will only be provided to and from a shelter. No other destinations will be provided.
YES. It is a good idea to turn off the water to your home if you plan to evacuate. Also, if you own a dock, make sure to turn off the water there as well. If the main from the meter to your home breaks while you are away, it can cause flooding in and around your home.
The City of Cocoa does not turn off water during a storm. Depending on the trajectory and strength of the impending storm, City leadership may decide to isolate the system that supplies water to the barrier islands (Merritt Island, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach) from the main utility system since that system is more susceptible to breaks in the system. Breaks in the barrier island system could be unreachable for many hours depending on the storm and therefore cause pressure loss to the entire utility system. This is not a guarantee for every storm. If this happens, there will still be water service, but it will be limited to the amount stored in tanks on the barrier island. Local city and utility officials will evaluate the speed, direction, and intensity of the forecasted storm to determine if and when an isolation to the system is needed. Once the decision has been made, the message will go out through the multiple communication channels throughout the entire county and will be communicated to the news media and through the City's website and social media pages.
Barrier islands include all areas east of the Indian River including Merritt Island, Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach. Water main breaks are highly likely on the barrier islands but can happen at any location where the storm hits. All residents are advised to be prepared for potential loss of water service and for the possible issue of a Precautionary Boil Water Notice once water service is restored. Prepare by storing water ahead of the storm.
Causeways DO NOT close prior to a storms arrival. Residents are provided every opportunity to evacuate. However, it is unsafe to cross causeways in high winds. After the storm has passed, causeways will close until it has been inspected for safety by the Florida Department of Transportation. This is why it is very important to remain off the roadways immediately following a storm, to give the proper authorities time to clear and inspect the roadways so they are safe for travel.
Brevard County Emergency Management will always be the go to source for the latest information on any emergency situation.
If you need emergency assistance dial 9-1-1.
Website: www.embrevard.com
Twitter: @BrevardEOC
Facebook: Brevard County Emergency Management (Click "Get Notifications" under the "Liked" button to ensure that you see all of the posts)
Text Alerts: Text Follow BrevardEOC to 40404 (normal text messaging rates apply)
Website: www.CocoaFL.org
Twitter: @CityofCocoa
Facebook: City of Cocoa - Government (Click "Get Notifications" under the "Liked" button to ensure that you see all of the posts)
Text and E-mail Alerts: Sign-up to receive text and e-mail notifications and click on the Hurricane Weather Alerts under the Alert Center Notifications
Mobile App: Download our mobile app, Cocoa Connect
Website: www.weather.gov/mlb/Twitter: @NWSMelbourneFacebook: US National Weather Service Melbourne Florida (Click "Get Notifications" under the "Liked" button to ensure that you see all of the posts)
Phone: 2-1-1Website: www.211brevard.orgTwitter: @2-1-1 BrevardFacebook: 211 Brevard (Click "Get Notifications" under the "Liked" button to ensure that you see all of the posts)
Website: www.edline.net/pages/Brevard_County_Schools
Twitter: @BrevardSchoolsFacebook: Brevard Public Schools (Official) (Click "Get Notifications" under the "Liked" button to ensure that you see all of the posts)
Mobile App: BPS Mobile (Sign-up for push notifications to get the latest information on school closures)
City of Cocoa Police Non-Emergency Line: (321) 639-7620
Brevard County Sheriff Non-Emergency Lines:
Florida Power and Light (Report an Outage): (800) 468-8243
Florida Price Gouging Hotline (To Report): (866) 966-7226
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): (800) 621-3362; www.ready.gov
Florida City Gas: (888) 352-5325
Florida Division of Emergency Management: www.floridadisaster.org
National Hurricane Center: www.nhc.noaa.gov
United Way of Brevard assists with storm related volunteer efforts. Please make sure to prepare yourself and your family first and then if you are able, here are links if you are interested in volunteering.
The City of Cocoa has provided piles of sand in the past for residents to fill their own sand bags but this is not a guarantee before each storm. Not all homes need sandbags. Research ahead of time if you live in a low-lying area that is prone to flooding. Sandbags may be used to protect your home by placing them across doorways to prevent water from entering the building. Most home improvement stores carry sandbags. You can purchase them and keep them in your hurricane supply kit and then fill them with sand or dirt available on your property. Home improvement stores often sell fill dirt as well. Remember DO NOT fill your bags with sand from the beach. If you plan ahead, this will save you time when a storm is approaching. Remember, lines were quite long to get sandbags during Hurricane Matthew and Hurricane Irma. Location and availability of sandbags available prior to a storm will be updated as the information becomes available. Most local municipalities do not provide sandbags prior to a storm.
The City's waste services provider will collect trash and yard debris prior to the storm's arrival. However, do not wait until the last minute to clean up your yard and dispose of your debris. Any debris not able to be picked up can become projectiles and can clog drains and cause flooding. Please keep your yard maintained throughout hurricane season. Do not stack debris near storm drains. Residents will be notified via the City's website and social media channels when the last pick-up will occur. After that point, please remove any loose debris from your yard.
Public Safety personnel are always on duty and ready to respond. Please be aware that emergency responses could be delayed due to storm conditions or damaged or blocked roadways. Your safety is our main concern as well as the safety of our Public Safety personnel.
Electricity outages are likely during a storm. You can prepare ahead of time by making sure the trees in your yard are free from any power lines prior to storm season. Visit http://www.fplmaps.com/ to see outages and keep track of when power will be restored. Florida Power and Light (FPL) works very hard to restore service to customers as quickly as possible.
Many times after a large storm that brings a lot of rain, there is a lot of pressure on sewer systems from all of the storm water. Also, electricity outages can mean the loss of power at some pump stations. After a hurricane, you may be asked to limit usage to sanitary use only —that means strictly limiting or not doing laundry, taking only very short showers, no watering your lawns, and limiting dish washing or any other activity that sends a lot of water down the drain and into the sewer system. To prevent back-up into homes, conservation is a good option. Only use your water for what is necessary until the systems can get back to normal after the storm. This is also another good reason not to rush back home after the storm.
Please be patient after the storm has passed. Public service personnel are working hard to get our communities back up and running safely as quickly as possible. You can help by keeping the roads clear so service personnel can get to areas of concern quickly. Make sure to keep your debris piles separated. Debris pickup will go a lot faster if debris is separated into vegetative and other debris piles. Debris pick-up will begin as quickly as possible. Following a storm, Brevard County Waste will be sending debris trucks around to pick up debris. They are covering a large portion of the county which can delay pickup. Waste Management can not pick up any debris that is not in a Waste Management container during the time frame that the county is collecting debris. If you have smaller piles of debris, you can place them in your waste receptacle to be picked up by Waste Management.
Do not rush back to your home after you have evacuated. Public Safety personnel are out and about making sure the roadways are safe for your return and it is easier to do that without all of the traffic back on the roadways. Many traffic lights will be out, roadways can be flooded, power lines can be down and utility service many not be established at your home yet. Please remember to take your time returning home until it is safe to do so. Be patient and be careful.
First, call (321) 639-3500 extension 4 to see if the date and space your are requesting is available. The Leisure Services staff can put your date on a pending hold for 2 weeks. This will give you 2 weeks to fill out and submit the necessary forms and 25% deposit to hold the space.
Porcher House: 85 Seating, 125 Standing
Riverfront Park: 1,500 Standing
You can visit the Leisure Services Special Events Calendar on the City of Cocoa website or you can subscribe to the special events calendar to get updates about upcoming events.
To get more information on the Craft Fairs in Cocoa Village you can contact Historic Cocoa Village Main Street at (321) 631-9075.
By clicking on the "Property Research" button on the Property Appraiser's web page, one can search property records by owner name, legal description, tax account number, and property address. Once the property is found, the information listed includes Parcel ID, Property Address, Tax Account Number, Owner Information, Legal Description, Value Summary, and information on Land, Sales, Extra Features, and Taxes for the property. General boundary maps and aerial photographs are also available.
To access the Property Appraiser's web site, please follow this link http://www.brevardpropertyappraiser.com or copy it to your browser.
For more information, please contact the Economic Development Specialist at (321) 433-8525 or visit the Economic Development webpage.
For more information, please contact the Redevelopment Coordinator (321) 433-8510 or visit the Economic Development webpage.
Yes, fingerprinting is done on Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. There is a $10.00 fee. You must bring your fingerprint card with you, have it filled out in black ink, and have a valid picture ID.
The SRO program is a proactive approach to deal with the pressures today's young people find themselves having to confront. This includes the use of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco, along with peer pressure, gang activity, and sex. These situations are not only in the schools, but in the community as well. The approach of addressing these issues only in the school, or only in the community, has not been completely effective. Traditionally, police and school did not interact until one called upon the other.
Children affected by substance abuse or gang activity in the community will be carrying that into the school, which in turn affects other students, educators, and administrators.
The basic outline of duties for the SRO includes investigating crimes that occur within the school and on school property, creating a positive role model for students, creating a link between law enforcement and the students, and being a resource for parents, staff, administration, and students in regards to law enforcement and community problems.
Today, the program has become a valuable asset to the police department, school district, and the community.
The SRO program works much the same way with each school in Cocoa. At Cocoa High School the SRO works with the administration, educators, and counselors. The role each plays is dependent on the needs of the situation. Cocoa High School is dedicated to providing an education to all of their students. With this goal in mind, all assets and services are pledged to this end.
A student with a suspected substance abuse problem is a different concern than a student being harassed or a student suspected of being involved in gang activity. No one person has the "final" say as to the solution to a situation, as each has a differing role, authority, and approach. The primary concern is that of the student.
Cocoa High School - Officer Glenn Helm
While there have been some concerns within and around Brevard County Schools, an officer in the school is not a required necessity. Any time an officer is in an area, that officer's presence alone will usually deter behavior not normally accepted by society.
The Brevard County School system, the City of Cocoa, and the Cocoa Police Department, are working together to confront problems our students must face now. By addressing these issues together and proactively we become increasingly effective.
Throughout the United States each year over 200,000 violent crimes occur on school property. Each year 150,000 students stay home because they are "sick of violence and afraid they might be stabbed, shot, or beaten". Every day in the U.S. 60 teachers are assaulted and 160 are threatened. It is estimated that between 100,000 and 135,000 guns are brought to school each day. During the 1992-93 school year, 91% of urban schools, 81% of suburban schools, and 69% of rural schools identified student vs. student assaults as the leading school related violent act.
Although most statistics are nationwide, we can see the trend. An SRO, if utilized correctly, should be the first line of defense against gangs, drugs, alcohol, and school violence. The Supreme Court recognized the effects that gangs and drugs have in our schools and have ruled that "gangs and drugs" are inherently dangerous. They have also stated that every student in the United States has the right to feel safe while attending school.
Through prevention programs, it is hoped that in Cocoa, Florida, we can reverse the trends that are hurting our youth and education. The school system understands and believes that we hold the future of youth in our hands.
1) "One is enough" - Commit one specified offense on or after October 1, 1993, in Florida or in another jurisdiction, be convicted of such an offense, and have a court enter a finding that such person is a sexual predator;
2) "Second Strike" - Commit one specified offense on or after October 1, 1993, in Florida or in another jurisdiction, after having previously been convicted of or found to have committed, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, regardless or adjudication, one or more of specified sexual offenses, and have a court enter a finding that such person is a sexual predator.
3) An offender who has been determined to be a sexually violent predator pursuant to a civil commitment proceeding under chapter 394 shall be designated as a "sexual predator" under this section and is subject to registration and community and public notification. {Section 775.21(4)}
1) Be convicted of committing, or attempting, soliciting, or conspiring to commit, any of the specified crimes below in this state or of similar offenses in another jurisdiction (or any similar offense committed in this state which has been redesignated from a former statute number to a specified one);
a. Be in the custody or control of, or under the supervision of, the Florida Department of Corrections, or be in the custody of a private correctional facility, on or after October 1, 1997, as a result of the above convictions.
b. On or after October 1, 1997, be released or have been released from the sanction(s) imposed for the above conviction(s). ("Sanction" is definedbelow);
2) Establish or maintain a residence in this state and have not been designated as a sexual predator by a court of this state but have been designated as a sexual predator, as a sexually violent predator, or by another sexual offender designation in another state or jurisdiction and as a result of such designation, are subjected to registration or community or public notification, or both, or would be if a resident of that state or jurisdiction;
3) Establish or maintain a residence in this state and be in the custody or control of, under the supervision of, any other state or jurisdiction as a result of a conviction for committing, or attempting, soliciting, or conspiring to commit, any of the specified criminal offenses listed below (or any similar offense committed in this state which has been re-designated from a former statute number to the one specified).
{Sections 943.0435(1)(a); 944.606(1)(b); 944.067(1)(a)}
A V-COP may be a retired person who is looking for a way to use their years of experience and training to help their community. Or, they may be a younger person with a desire to help make things better in Cocoa.
There is a place of service for every person in the V-COP program, regardless of training and experience.
V-COP candidates must have a valid driver's license, without a history of significant traffic violations.
Persons with felony convictions, a significant history of drug use, or recent alcohol-related traffic charges are not eligible to serve as V-COPs. V-COPs serve at the sole discretion of the Chief of Police.
The Public Service Tax (PST) is a 10% tax on water utility customers inside the City of Cocoa limits beginning October 1, 2017 that was first approved by Council on August 8, 2017 with a second reading and final adoption on August 22, 2017. The Public Service Tax is only calculated on water base fee and consumption, not the entire utility bill which could include sewer and reuse. Customers can expect to see the first billing of the PST on their November 2017 utility bill.
Considered and evaluated as part of the City's Strategic Plan, and in an effort to diversify revenue sources and maintain essential and critical public services, the City of Cocoa City Council has determined that a 10% Public Service tax (PST) on the sale of water to inside City of Cocoa customers was needed effective October 1, 2017. This PST (allowed by s. 166.231, Florida Statutes), is a common revenue source levied by other communities throughout the State and within Brevard County. The PST was initially identified during the City's Fiscal Year 2015 budget workshops, and has subsequently been evaluated each fiscal year during budget development based on the need to maintain municipal services, such as public safety and infrastructure operations and maintenance, at existing levels. During the June 29, 2017 FY2018 Budget Priorities workshop and at its August 9th Budget Workshop, City Council, in lieu of increasing the property tax rate to cover revenue shortfall, supported levying the Public Service Tax on the sale of water to inside City of Cocoa customers. This will enable the City to further attain its goals of maintaining essential and critical public services and remaining fiscally sustainable long-term. The PST will be implemented along with targeted reductions in operating costs (12% decrease compared to the current year's budget). The average increase per month to our residents will be about $2.73, and customers can expect to see the first billing of the PST on their November 2017 utility bill.
The Public Service Tax is a 10% tax on water utility customers inside the City of Cocoa limits beginning October 1, 2017 that was first approved by Council on August 8, 2017 with a second reading and final adoption on August 22, 2017. The Public Service Tax is only calculated on water base fee and consumption, not the entire utility bill which could include sewer and reuse.
As part of the City's 2016-2021 Strategic Plan, the objective to evaluate and consider alternate and new revenue sources was identified. The diversification of City revenue sources allows for reduced reliance on volatile property values; prevents a disproportionate shift of the tax burden to higher valued residential and or non-residential property; and it promotes greater equity and fairness in that all residents and consumers of municipal services are sharing in the costs for the services.
The City has reduced expenses. There have been targeted reductions in the operating budget as well including approximately 12% for the upcoming fiscal year.
The City has strategically used its reserves to fund capital projects and one-time capital expenses for items that were deferred during the economic downturn, such as roadway maintenance, replacement of public safety vehicles and equipment, and investment in community infrastructure. However, the City cannot use reserves to fund on-going expenses to balance it's budget as either a short or long-term strategy because the reserves would be depleted in approximately 5 years.
Increases in insurance including health, auto and general liability, as well as salary increases pursuant to collective bargaining agreements and to retain employees at competitive salaries. The City has worked with our public safety unions to better manage the costs of pensions but there have been increases in this most recent year. It should be noted that the proposed FY2018 operating budget was decreased by approximately 12% from the current fiscal year budget.
The State allows certain County and Municipal governments to levy up to a 10% Public Service Tax on the sale of water, electric and gas utilities within the municipality.
This is a common revenue source levied by other communities throughout the State and within Brevard County.
The average resident (4,000 gallon/mo consumption) will see an increase of approximately $2.73 on their monthly water bill. Customers can expect to see the first billing of the PST on their November 2017 utility bill.
In order to make up the revenue shortfall, after deliberate review and consideration, the City would be forced to reduce critical staffing, including Economic Development and Public Safety as well as funding for local organizations that support our community and our youth.
For mor information, you can visit Wast Management's website here.
Also, a suggestion on those handy thin plastic shopping bags. They work great as little trash bags, or to carry lunches to work or school, but please do not put them in the recycle container. Most stores have a recpticle for them near the front of the store. When they get into the recycling, they cause problems with the sorting machinery and mostly just make a mess Brevard County Solid Waste
If a holiday falls on your regular collection day, you will not receive service that day. Waste Management will resume regular pickup on your next scheduled day. On the Waste Management's website, they have an up-to-date listing of holiday schedule and contact information if you are uncertain about a holiday. You can find the schedule here -->
Waste Management has all the details of "Single Stream" recycling here.
A new sidewalk is one where there is currently none. Needs will have to be evaluated and, then, a petition with signatures of the neighboring residents will have to be obtained. Funds may need to be budgeted for the project. Request Tracker Form
Request Tracker Form
No, this is not a new fee. Previously, this fee was assessed on a monthly basis at a rate of $7.00 per Single Family Unit (SFU) for single family parcels per month ($84.00 annually) and for non-single family parcels, rates were calculated based on pervious and impervious land (see to the right for definitions) per month. These fees were collected through the City's monthly water utility bill.
The stormwater assessment will replace the stormwater utility fee (which was charged monthly on your water utility bill) and will be collected on the annual tax bill mailed by the Brevard County Tax Collector in November. You will no longer see this monthly fee on your water utility bill but property owners will see the assessment on their annual tax bill from the Brevard County Tax Collector.
Proposed Rate Schedule:
Fiscal Year 2020 (October 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020) Assessment Rates for Single Family Parcels (residential)*
*Independent of any common area associated with your parcel.
Fiscal Year 2020 (October 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020) Assessment Rates for Non-Single Family Parcels
Some properties are associated with a larger development (condos, subdivisions) that have common impervious area benefiting all properties. The common impervious area (parking areas, swimming pools, playgrounds, parks, pavilions, recreational courts, etc.) are equally divided among all parcels within the development. Therefore, your rate may be different than what is on the tiered rate schedule. If the common area for your development is identified as it's own parcel, the Association will be assessed independently.
Changing to the tiered rate structure allows the City to charge for impervious surfaces only (all property types) and allows for a more equitable method of allocating the costs of stormwater services among the properties that benefit from the services. The new structure allows a property's fees to more accurately and equitably reflect its impact to the City's stormwater system.
Pervious surface area is the area on a property that is not developed or covered by hard surface.
It is the area on a property which is covered by hard surface that does not absorb water and impedes the natural flow of water into the soil. In general, impervious surfaces include hard surfaces such as buildings, decks, driveways, walkways, parking lots, and compacted and other hard surfaces.
The City provides services to reduce flooding and improve water quality, to operate and maintain existing stormwater facilities and to monitor and restore the health of our water resources. We also provide outreach efforts to help educate residents about stormwater.
The stormwater assessment will enable the City to reduce the occurrence of street and structural flooding, provide for a more resilient Cocoa, increase the maintenance of the stormwater systems, increase the frequency of storm system repair, reduce run-off-caused pollution, and improve water quality. Projects have been prioritized and a 10 year Capital Improvement Plan has been developed. You can visit www.CocoaFL.org/stormwaterassessment to see the plan and get a detailed list of some of the upcoming projects.
Only those property owners inside the City limits of Cocoa will be impacted by the stormwater assessment.
No, the revenues generated will only be used for Stormwater Capital Improvement Projects and maintenance related activities. A copy of the 10 year Capital Improvement Plan for the stormwater system can be found at our Stormwater Assesment website.
This method of collection saves on billing fees and other administrative costs and allows for a more guaranteed method of collection.
If a condo complex uses a master meter and includes utility fees in association fees, the change to the amount of association fees charged to condo owners is at the discretion of the association, but the master utility bill will no longer include the stormwater fees. Condo owners will have this charge billed now as part of their annual tax bill through the Brevard County Tax Collector's Office.
The impervious area information is based on the data obtained in the Brevard County Property Appraisers datasets. You can visit the Stormwater Assessment website to view your property on a map and see the impervious areas determined for your property.
All property owners are able to submit an appeal form if they feel the impervious area was not accurately determined for their property. The appeal form can be found at the Stormwater Assessment website. A representative from the Stormwater Division will be in contact to review the appeal form.
Stormwater runoff is generated from the water that flows from a parcel based on the amount of pervious and impervious surfaces during rainstorms. In addition to being absorbed into the ground, it flows into ditches, culverts, drainage pipes and directly into creeks, lakes, springs, and rivers.
Stormwater can carry harmful pollutants, cause flooding, erode topsoil and stream banks.
The stormwater assessment will go in to effect as of October 1, 2019. Credits will not be processed for payments made under the previous rate structure.
The Cocoa City Council conducted a first reading of the proposed rate resolution on August 28, 2019 at the regularly scheduled Cocoa City Council meeting. Council then considered the proposed rates for final adoption following a public hearing on September 11, 2019 at the regularly scheduled Cocoa City Council meeting. The proposed changes have been adopted, the new rates will take effect as of October 1, 2019 and will be billed for the year (October 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020) on your tax bill, which will be mailed by the Brevard County Tax Collector's Office in November 2019.
A website has been established which provides information on the proposed rate schedules, gives more frequently asked questions, provides a link to the 10 year Capital Improvement Plan for proposed stormwater projects, provides a link to the map showing property owners the impervious area of their property, has a link to the appeals form and provides contact information for the City's Stormwater Division website. You can e-mail the City's Stormwater Division at firstname.lastname@example.com or visit the Stormwater Assessment website.
In order to contract water service with the City of Cocoa, documentation of Ownership or Tenancy must be provided. Please see the Requirements to Start Service page for a detailed list of required documents. Please see below for a quick-reference guide on starting service.
Owners with current active service or owners who have had service within the last twelve (12) months:
Owners new to the City of Cocoa Water Distribution System or previous owners who have not had active service within the last twelve (12) months:
Renters (Tenants):
Beneficiaries, Trustees, Agents, and Property Managers
All requests for service must be submitted via email, in person by visiting City Hall, or you may mail in your application to: City of Cocoa, Customer Service Division, 65 Stone Street, Cocoa FL 32922. If you have not received a response within two (2) business days, please follow-up by calling customer service at (321) 433-8400 or via email at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Should you have additional questions, please contact Customer Service at (321) 433-8400.
A $30.00 non-refundable fee will be charged on the first month's bill.
The outstanding balance (current charges plus previous charges) must be paid in full before service shall be restored per Florida Statute Chapter 159.18 and City of Cocoa Ordinance Code. Payments can be made by phone (321-433-8400) press option 1, online www.cocoafl.org or by visiting the office Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. A $50.00 non-payment processing fee will be applied to your account. Service reconnection may not be guaranteed the same day and must be scheduled by contacting our office once full payment of the account balance is made. Service reconnection outside normal business hours is prohibited.
Several different payment options are available, such as:
If a payment is not received before the due date and the next bill generates prior to the late fee assessment, the late fee will appear on the next monthly statement.
You should receive your bill approximately the same time each month. You may call Customer Service at (321) 433-8400 to inquire about your balance or log onto our website www.cocoafl.org and view your bill through our third party payment processor. Please note: Failure to receive a bill or delinquent notice will not avoid interruption of service if payment is not received.
All residential water deposits are refunded after one year of good payment history. Cocoa, Cape Canaveral, Rockledge and Brevard County refund residential sewer deposits after one year of continuous good payment history.
The meter reader often uses a small hand shovel to move dirt to the side of the glass meter face to obtain a read. This dirt falls back over the meter face after reading is complete and when the lid is closed. If the meter is under water, the meter reader uses a hand pump to pump the water out of the meter box until the meter face is clearly visible.
City of Cocoa Utilities Department owns the meter and the backflow prevention assembly as well as the pipe connection to the meter from our side of the main line system. The property owner owns the piping from the outside of the backflow prevention assembly into their dwelling and is responsible for repairs and maintenance.
Irrigation is prohibited between 10a.m. and 4p.m.
During daylight savings time irrigation is limited to no more than two days per week on scheduled days.Residential irrigation at odd numbered addresses is allowed on Wednesday and Saturday.Residential irrigation at even addresses is allowed Thursday and Sunday.Nonresidential irrigation is allowed on Tuesday and Friday.During Eastern Standard Time irrigation is limited to no more than one day per week on scheduled days.Residential irrigation at odd number addresses is allowed on Saturday.Residential irrigation at even numbered addresses is allowed on Sunday.Nonresidential irrigation is allowed on Tuesday.
**This does not apply if you are using a reclaimed water system. Reclaim water may be used at anytime.
Call St Johns River Management District at 386-329-4500 for further questions or visit Floridaswater.com for additional information.
06947400 (May reading in gallons) 06936300 (April reading in gallons) 11,100 gallons used
The Customer Service Division bills water usage in increments of 1,000 gallons, always rounding down to the nearest thousand (never up). Since the actual reading was 11,100 gallons, the customer would only be billed for 11,000 gallons. The remaining 100 gallon will be billed the next billing cycle. Meter readers only record the black numbers on the white wheels. They do not record the white numbers on the black wheels which represent 100s, 10s and the sweep hand for single gallons.
Your water meter can also be used as a leak detection device. It can tell you if there is a leak and how serious it is. It can also tell you how much water various appliances are using. To see if you have any leaks, turn off all the water in your home and check your water meter. If the leak detector (small red triangle or diamond) is not moving, you do not have a serious leak. To check for very slow leaks, note the position of the sweep hand and record the numbers above. Read the meter again after 15-20 minutes. If it has not moved, you have no leaks. If it has moved, it's time to search for leaks. It is the property owner's responsibility to correct leaks as soon as possible. Use your water meter to check how much water your sprinklers, toilets, showers, and washing machines use. **If you have a radio meter call customer service for further instruction. More...
Call (321) 433-8400.
Without proper protection devices, something as useful as your garden hose has the potential to poison your home's water supply. In fact, over half of the nation's cross-connections involve unprotected garden hoses.
What is a "cross-connection"?
A cross-connection is a permanent or temporary piping arrangement which can allow your drinking water to be contaminated if a backflow condition occurs.
What is "backflow"?
It's just what it sounds like: the water is flowing in the opposite direction from its normal flow. With the direction of flow reversed due to a change in pressures, backflow can allow contaminants to enter our drinking water system through cross-connections.
A potentially hazardous cross-connection occurs every time someone uses a garden hose sprayer to apply insecticides or herbicides to their lawn. Another cross-connection occurs when someone uses their garden hose to clear a stoppage in their sewer line.
Without a backflow prevention assembly between your hose and hose bibb (spigot or outside faucet), the contents of the hose and anything it is connected to can backflow into the piping system and contaminate your drinking water.
This hazardous situation can affect more than a single home. In 1977, an entire town in North Dakota had to be rationed drinking water from National Guard water trucks while the town's water distribution system was flushed and disinfected following contamination by DDT. Investigation determined that two residents spraying DDT had made direct cross-connections to their homes. A backflow condition had occurred, sucking the DDT through the home piping systems and out into the town's water distribution system.
Backflows due to cross-connections are serious plumbing problems. They can cause sickness and even death. However, they can be avoided by the use of proper backflow prevention assemblies. Each spigot at your home should have a hose-bibb vacuum breaker installed. This is a simple, inexpensive assembly which can be purchased at any plumbing or hardware store. Installation is as easy as attaching your garden hose to a spigot.
Are you unknowingly exposing your family to potentially harmful bacteria and viruses?
All too often people who use a blue dye toilet tank freshener complain about "blue water" appearing at their kitchen sink. Where did this "blue water" come from?
That's Right – The Toilet Tank
And, did you know that you may be exposing yourself and your family to bacteria and viruses just by flushing your toilet? Experts say that each time you flush your toilet, a little bit of sewer gas seeps into your toilet tank. To prevent the seepage of sewer gas and the germs associated with it from getting back into your drinking water, it is essential that the toilet flush valve in your toilet tank be properly air-gapped from the water contained in your toilet tank. An air gap is essential to prevent a cross-connection between your drinking water and the sewer.
Air gaps eliminate cross-connections between your drinking water and the contaminated water in your toilet tank. Unfortunately, not all toilet flush valves provide this essential air gap. If a cross-connection exists, the slightest change in water pressure could allow contaminated water to backflow into your house, including your kitchen sink. To prevent this type of backflow, be sure to install a "plumbing-code approved" toilet flush valve.
The air inlet on the flush valve MUST be located above the water level maintained in the tank by the float and the overflow pipe. It is important that the refill tube be attached to the over-flow pipe and properly air gapped above. Incorrect installations create cross-connections.
For more information on cross-connection control and backflow prevention for your home or business, please contact the Water Field Operations Division- City of Cocoa Utilities Department 433-8890.
Effective: OCTOBER 1, 2008
The City of Cocoa Utilities Department will have a Contractor test your backflow prevention assembly each year. The cost for this will be on your monthly utility bill.
Do not hire a Plumber or Contractor to test your backflow assembly.
City of Cocoa Utilities Department351 Shearer BoulevardCocoa Florida 32922
If the particles are small black flecks they are most likely from filters that you have hooked up to your house that uses carbon filters to remove contaminants. If you do have filters and determine that this is the cause, you should change or flush your filters per your suggested manufacturer guidelines.
If the black particles smudge when you apply pressure they are normally due to the anode in your hot water heater needing to be cleaned or replaced following manufacturer recommendations. The hot water heater will then need to be drained per manufacturer suggestion, this should be done on a yearly basis to prevent build up inside your tank.
Suggested fix? If after you have found and corrected the issue, you remove and clean your aerators from your faucets, then flush the system by running cold water for 5 minutes from your taps it will likely resolve the issue of black particles. If the problem continues after flushing and you have determined that the source is not a rubber gasket/ tube, your hot water heater or a filter, please contact the Water Quality Assurance Laboratory at 321-433-8709.
After responding to numerous calls concerning "free water testing services" from companies who include in their company titles words like "Florida" and "utilities", Cocoa Utilities representatives are informing customers that the City of Cocoa does not represent these companies or endorse their testing methodology. The City of Cocoa meets or exceeds all testing and MCL's set by regulatory agencies. If at any point the city does fall into violation a public notice would be sent out as required by DEP. Water treatment salespeople use many tactics, including the sludge test - exaggerating the amount of minerals in water and making it seem harmful. The color change test - using a chemical to change water color making the homeowner think the water is contaminated. And horror stories - showing news articles about toxic waste, etc. For more information see:
EPA's secondary non-mandatory maximum contaminant limits
Primary mandatory maximum contaminant limits
Cocoa's Annual Water Quality Report
Information Test & Results Interpretation Brevard County Health Department Ph: (321) 454-7111
No, the City of Cocoa cannot endorse or recommend any treatment devices. If you have questions on which type removes what or which may be best for you there are great websites or documents that are unbiased. For more information about point of use (POU) water filters see:
EPA Water Health Series Filtration Facts
Choosing Home Water Filters & Other Water Treatment Systems
"Bottled water is not necessarily safer than your tap water. EPA sets standards for the drinking water provided by public water systems; the Food and Drug Administration sets bottled water standards based on EPA's tap water standards. Bottled water and tap water are both safe to drink if they meet these standards, although people with severely compromised immune systems and children may have special needs. Some bottled water is treated more than tap water, while some is treated less or not treated at all. Bottled water costs much more than tap water on a per gallon basis. Bottled water is valuable in emergency situations (such as floods and earthquakes), and high quality bottled water may be a desirable option for people with weakened immune systems. Consumers who choose to purchase bottled water should carefully read its label to understand what they are buying, whether it is a better taste, or a certain method of treatment. More information on bottled water is available from the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA), which represents most US bottlers." Check out EPA's Is bottled water safer than tap water?
If you place the particles in distilled vinegar and the white particles begin to "bubble" within a few minutes and mostly dissolves within 24 hours, it is likely calcium carbonate. If the white particles do not bubble and does not dissolve, it is likely plastic.If you discover that it is calcium carbonate, we recommend flushing the hot water heater, which should be done annually to prevent build up as a regular maintenance program. Contact a plumber or follow your manufacturer suggestions to flush. If you discover that it is plastic, call the manufacturer of your hot water heater, or read your user manual to trouble shoot this.If you have checked the dip tube, flushed the water heater, cleaned the aerators and flushed you're water by running it for 5 minutes on cold, and the issue still persists please contact the Water Quality Assurance Laboratory at 321-433-8709.
The white residue that you are seeing is the results of dissolved minerals found in water. Some common dissolved minerals are calcium and magnesium and they are directly related to the hardness of the water. "Soft water" is said to be soft if it has a low concentration of calcium and magnesium ions in it, as opposed to "hard water" which has a high concentration of calcium and magnesium. These dissolved minerals do not pose a risk to human health but can build up on surfaces over time and become a nuisance. Commercial products are available to remove white residue caused by minerals in water. The city uses hard water over soft water as part of its corrosion control program as soft water tends to be more corrosive and can break down the piping throughout the system. The average level of hardness for the city is roughly 115 ppm or 6.7 grains per gallon (gpg), which is classified as moderately hard to hard water. Total dissolved solids, which include hardness, does have a non-mandatory secondary maximum contaminant level (SMCL) of 500 mg/L (ppm) which is equivalent to 29.2 gpg. These secondary contaminant limits are set as voluntary limits for contaminants that are deemed to not be a health concern but are a concern for the aesthetics of the water itself (taste, color, odor etc). For more information on secondary contaminants and their SMCL please visit the EPA's Secondary Standards.
The reason that you have a hard time is due to the hardness of the water. "Soft water" is said to be soft if it has a low concentration of calcium and magnesium ions in it, as opposed to "hard water" which has a high concentration of calcium and magnesium. Our city water that you use is hard water, this causes washing your hands and bathing with soap to leave a film on the skin and can lead to dryness of the skin. Washing with hard water also makes it harder to work the soap up into lather, causing the use of additional soap and can also leave spots or a film on cars, or dishes. The city uses hard water over soft water as part of its corrosion control program as soft water tends to be more corrosive and can break down metal (cast iron, copper, galvanized steel) piping throughout the system. The usual level of hardness for the city is roughly 115 ppm or 6.7 grains per gallon (gpg). There is no maximum contaminant level set specifically for hardness as it is not deemed a health concern. Total dissolved solids, which include hardness, does have a non-mandatory secondary maximum contaminant level (SMCL) of 500 mg/L (ppm) which is equivalent to 29.2 gpg. These secondary contaminant limits are set as voluntary limits for contaminants that are deemed to not be a health concern but are a concern for the aesthetics of the water itself (taste, color, odor etc). For more information on secondary contaminants and their SMCL please visit the EPA's Secondary Standards.
Our drinking water is disinfected with chloramine to ensure protection against contaminants. The Water Quality Assurance Laboratory routinely collects and analyzes samples throughout the Cocoa's water distribution system to ensure chlorine levels are above the minimum level and below the maximum level in compliance with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). Sometimes customers may notice an increase in chlorine taste and odor in their drinking water. If the problem that you are experiencing is a chlorine odor, it is recommended that you flush your cold water taps for 5-10 minutes to eliminate the odor. If the problem is a chlorine taste, you could try collecting and refrigerating cold water after running your cold tap for at least two minutes or after you have ran your water for some other use. Use clean, sterile bottles or pitchers for collecting the cold tap water and refrigerate in an open container. After an hour or two, the chlorine taste and odor should disappear and the water will be conveniently cold for drinking. If a chlorine odor continues after flushing, contact the Water Quality Assurance Laboratory at 321-433-8709.
The City of Cocoa does add fluoride to the drinking water to prevent tooth decay and protect public health. The United States Environmental Protection Agency's (US EPA) maximum contaminant level (MCL) of fluoride in drinking water is set at 4.0 mg/L (ppm), a non-mandatory secondary maximum contaminant level (SMCL) is also currently set at 2.0 mg/L (ppm). The City of Cocoa prides itself on following the voluntary U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) optimal level of 0.7 mg/L (ppm) for fluoridation. For more information on fluoridation, the voluntary limits, and regulated limits please visit the following EPA websites:
Fluoride Myths and Facts
Questions and Answers on Fluoride
Secondary Drinking Water Standards
Drinking Water Contaminants – Standards and Regulations
Cocoa's current Water Quality Report
The red or pink pigmented material that you will find in any moist environment in your house is actually an airborne bacterium called Serratia Marcescens, it is not from the drinking water itself. The pink ring can develop at the water line in the toilet, around drains, in the tub/shower area, in bathroom drinking cups, and even dog bowls. The airborne bacteria thrive in moist environments, which is why it is commonly found in bathrooms. This bacterium can come from many natural places and can be greatly increased in homes where the chlorine residual has been removed due to activated carbon filters, other water treatment devices, or where the water has sat for a period of time lowering the disinfectant residual. These non-pathogenic bacteria cannot survive in chlorinated drinking water. Commercial cleansers including bleach are useful in removing the bacterium but regular cleaning will be needed to reduce the occurrence.
If you were looking for specifics on the level of an analyte found in your drinking water please view our latest Water Quality Report, which details which analytes tested for were detected and their levels. Please see EPA's Ground Water and Drinking Water. You can call the Water Quality Laboratory at 321-433-8709, if no one is available to answer please leave a message or report a concern at Cocoa's RequestTracker.
A synthetic organic contaminant (SOC) is a group of contaminants that includes pesticides, PCB and dioxin. For more information from Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), please visit: https://floridadep.gov/water/source-drinking-water/content/synthetic-organic-contaminants-and-their-standards.
FDEP requires all Utility systems to perform a test for SOCs twice every three years.
A sample was taken on February 27, 2018 and no SOCs were detected. The required test was performed twice in 2014 as well and no SOCs were detected.
Cocoa will perform the test in 2020 as required by FDEP.
FDEP requires that all utility customers are informed when the test has not been performed.
The City of Cocoa Utilities Department is committed to providing clean, fresh drinking water to all customers and assures its customers that we have taken corrective actions to prevent a similar oversight in the future.
The City of Cocoa's water is safe to drink. Cocoa is a regional utility provider. As such, safe, reliable, quality drinking water is our job and we are dedicated to providing that to our customers.
You do not need to boil your water or use an alternative water supply. Recent sampling has shown no signs of SOCs present.
The City of Cocoa Utilities Department has a website dedicated to information about Cocoa's Drinking Water. Visit www.CocoaWaterWorks.com for more information. Customers can also view the City of Cocoa's 2016 Water Quality Report at www.CocoaFL.org/WaterQualityReport. The 2017 Water Quality Report will be available in July 2018.


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Schaumburg, Illinois
(847) 466-4000
You may recall that InstallShield was acquired by Macrovision a bit
earlier this year. That hasn't stopped the InstallShield engineers from
working on a new version, of course, and today they're releasing version
10.5 of their InstallShield Premier Edition (as well as the other
editions in the product line). I haven't had a chance to test the new
version yet, but I did chat with the folks at Macrovision about the new
The first of the new features shows just a glimpse of how InstallShield
is integrating with the rest of Macrovision's offerings. With just a
couple of mouse clicks you can build a Trialware installer for your
product, so that it can be installed with the right to use for a limited
time period, after which it expires. This uses some of Macrovision's
existing technology, which they say is proof against the most common
attempts to circumvent such technology (such as rolling the clock back
or doing the install in a virtual machine).
Another significant advance here is the introduction of assemblies to
the product. These are not .NET assemblies, but an InstallShield
technology designed to make it possible to dynamically reuse components
across multiple installers. These modular components are versioned, and
can be shared between multiple installed products without anything
breaking on uninstall. Organizations shipping suites will appreciate the
flexibility that assemblies give to build multiple different product
editions with little overhead. A new scheme of local and network
repositories lets you reuse and share elements from your installations
as well.
Other new features include support for deploying MySQL databases
(similar to the existing support for SQL Server), a visual tool for
specifying changes to XML files on the target machine, and support for
the latest Microsoft installer technology (MSI 3.0). Trial downloads
should show up on the InstallShield Web site shortly. I'm looking
forward to seeing some of the new features in action.
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We love kids even more than we love blueberries and blues. We welcome and are always ready to schedule visits by school classes for delightful educational and activity-oriented outings:
- We'll tell them and show them that blueberries TASTE amazing (then we'll throw in a few facts about eating healthy).
- We'll plant "teaching gardens" with them and let them get good and dirty before they go home . . . . . they'll plant peppers and squash and melons and learn all about keeping their heart healthy. Then they can come back and take home the veggies and fruits their plants produce later in the summer.
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Maggie Smith, 80, began as a stage actress so I feel perfectly justified in sharing here she is done playing the Dowager Countess after the next season of "Downton Abbey," whether it's the final season or not.
Sure going to miss those barbed swipes she delivers, oh, so well. Of course, if she continues making movies, such as the "Marigold Hotel" series, we'll still hear plenty of her quips. And there's always the "Harry Potter" moves to watch again (except for maybe the last two).
In an interview with The (London) Sunday Times, "They say this is the last one, and I can't see how it could go on," Smith, 80, said referring to the upcoming season six. (She thinks the Countess "must be 110 by now," she told the Times.)
The show's creator Julian Fellowes and executive producer Gareth Neame haven't confirmed one way or the other if the sixth season is the last. Besides, it's no longer their call.
In an interview with The New York Times published today, Fellowes said, "It's not really my decision. I don't own 'Downton Abbey' now. NBC Universal owns 'Downton Abbey.' So I could walk away, but I wouldn't walk away. It's too much my baby. It won't go on forever — I'm not a believer in that. But I can't immediately now tell you where the end will be."
Fellowes is writing a pilot for a proposed NBC drama "The Gilded Age" set in New York in the 19th century.
For more info on Maggie Smith, who for some will always be remembered for her Academy Award-winning performance in "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" for some and for others the "Harry Potter" series of films, click here. (It's a generational thing.)


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Jess Lively, from a blog post I read today that really hit home.
I tend to do this in most aspects of my life... wait, wait, wait, stress, stress, stress until I think things are just right, until I'm completely ready. But I'm never fully ready when I allow myself to live in this pattern. (This applies to phone calls, meetings, presentations, big decisions, ambitions, etc, etc.) The anxiety persists until the very moment I push myself (or get pushed) off the ledge and just get. going. And no matter the outcome, I always look back and think, good lord, why all the fuss?! This is a lesson I'm learning time and time again in a new job that consistently pushes me out of my comfort zone.
|The view from my bedroom, back in 2011.
Reading this quote I thought about my blog... how I don't even want to comment or promote it because I hate how it looks—a silly roadblock. I thought about my apartment (or lack thereof). My bedroom at Megan's is totally bland and lifeless because what I really want is my own place to design from scratch. Rather than make the most of what I have, I'm just waiting and longing. Sometimes I can't help but marvel that my life choices and circumstances appear and are in many ways daring and unconventional. I don't really feel daring or unconventional, truth be told. How did I end up here?!
I can't think of a good segue, so I'll just carry on. I compiled this list of things to think about when renting in Dakar, for some day, when the time is right. Because as I wait, the mind concocts plans ;)
- Look out for fluorescent lighting, especially in the living room and bedrooms. It is pretty much inevitable in the kitchen, but speaking from experience.... fluorescent lighting in your bedroom or work space is torture. It really had a horrible effect on my mood last year; an Ikea floor lamp and candles were my saving grace.
- Sufficient and functioning electrical outlets. Have these checked out before hand because a lot of the time they don't work.
- Mosquito screens.
- Proper paint (not the chalky kind that shows water stains and any scuff).
- Functioning and higher quality plumbing... a big part of the reason I want a new(er) apartment. Senegalese plumbing is pitiful.
- Air flow. Some Senegalese apartments have very strange layouts and bedrooms can literally turn into saunas in the hot season (ie. my room in my last apartment... I physically could not sleep with the door closed which was unfortunate with a boyfriend and a roommate).
- The thickness/quality of the doors. The door on my bedroom last year might as well have been made of tissue paper (or plywood). I could hear people whisper/a pin drop in the living room outside my bedroom and as a very light sleeper, it drove me crazy. (Sorry, roommate! It wasn't your fault!)
- This isn't specific to Senegal, but the volume of the neighborhood/nearby streets. We didn't take this into account when we chose our apartment and soon realized a pothole outside our living room/my bedroom windows + the many trucks that went down our street = lots of noise right outside our apartment, often early in the morning.
- Avoid first floor apartments. First floor + old sewage systems = cockroaches. Its inevitable. Even the nicest, cleanest, most sanitary first-floor apartments have cockroaches in Dakar. Beware.
- The rooftop terrace. Westerners are seduced by roofs here; I admit, I fell for it too. Our apartment's rooftop had a view of the ocean and we imagined it would be like an outdoor living room. Well, consider this. Unless you are willing to invest in an umbrella/awning/tent (not so cheap, but worth it)... you will never spend time up there. It is just. too. hot. Also, our neighbors roof was one level higher and so they were always looking down on our terrace and it was kind of awkward (especially when you were retrieving dry laundry wrapped in a towel!).
|First thought: "OMG, it will be perfect for bbqs and tanning and reading and working out!"
Don't be fooled. I went weeks without stepping foot up here.


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- Date
- 13 Feb 1932
- Tags
- Lake Placid 1932 , IOC News , Cross Country Skiing , Finland
Saarinen finishes first for Finnish first
Veli Saarinen was already a high-profile figure in the world of cross-country skiing when he was selected for the Finnish Olympic team that would compete at the Lake Placid Games in 1932. He had previously won the 30km at the Nordic Games in Stockholm in 1928, finished fourth in the 18km at the St. Moritz Games, and become world champion at the latter distance the following year in Zakopane, where he also secured a silver medal in the 50km. As no Finnish athlete had yet won an Olympic crown in cross-country skiing, Saarinen was determined to remedy that situation.
The 29-year-old began his mission on 10 February but was forced to settle for bronze in the 18km, unable to keep pace with the Swedish pair of Sven Utterström, who won by two minutes, and Axel Wikström, who had built up a 17-second lead over Saarinen by the time he crossed the finish line.
Three days later, Saarinen headed out in search of another medal in the 50km, on a course that had to be modified at the last minute due to the onset of unseasonably high temperatures. The organisers downscaled the trail to focus mainly on a wooded section, where the snow had held up better than elsewhere. The 25km loop, interspersed by three refreshment stations, saw 32 competitors representing nine nations set off at one-minute intervals.
In peak fitness, the athletic Finn was the fastest at the halfway stage, creating a one-minute gap between himself and countryman Väinö Liikkanen, who was pursued in turn by defending 18km champion Utterström and the Norwegian triumvirate of Arne Rustadstuen, Sigurd Vestad and Ole Hegge.
In the return leg, Hegge posted the best time but had fallen too far behind and finished fourth. In pole position, Saarinen maintained a steady pace while holding off the attacks of Liikkanen and reached the line with a comfortable advance of 20 seconds to win in 4:28.00. Rustadstuen, a further three minutes and 33 seconds back, took bronze.
Saarinen's sporting career lasted another two years, during which time he clinched two further FIS Nordic World Ski Championship titles, in the 50km in Innsbruck in 1933 and in the 4x10km team event in Sollefteå (SWE) in 1934. The two-time Olympic medallist took up coaching upon his retirement from the ski trails, overseeing the Finnish cross-country team for over 30 years. The respected Scandinavian was also, right up to his death in 1969, the head of the Finnish Ski Federation for two decades.


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How should I eat to to free resources for use to other people? What food choices should I make to best care for my family?
Guidelines in the More-with-Less cookbook suggest that I should consider increasing grains, legumes, vegetables, fruits and nuts while cutting back on the use of meat, poultry, seafood, eggs and dairy foods, and to completely avoid processed foods. Grains and legumes are the standard diet for most of the world's populations. We, in North America, worry if we will get enough protein if we choose to eat this way. The More-with-Less cookbook provides detailed information on protein requirements and tips on how to ensure complete protein needs are met. There are strategies for no-meat meals, low-meat meals and alternate ways of providing and increasing protein in non-meat meals. Extending the Table offers suggestions for meals based on diets from the worlds many cultures. It also works to promote global understanding and to celebrate the variety of world cultures.


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Pierre de Camboust was a peer of France (sort of the aristocracy of the aristocracy) and a member of the Académie Français at age sixteen. Other than that, there is little in the way of accomplishment to point to, save perhaps for being a prototype for Alphonse and Gaston. Most of what we know of him comes straight from that first-rate gossip, Saint-Simon (1675 – 1755). There's really no point in paraphrasing. Here follows S-S's describing Pierre on the road with two of his brothers, the Chevalier and the Cardinal de Coislin:
"The party rested for the night at the house of a vivacious and very pretty bourgeoise. The Duc de Coislin was an exceedingly polite man, and bestowed amiable compliments and civilities on their hostess, much to the disgust of the Chevalier. At parting, the Duke renewed the politeness he had displayed so abundantly the previous evening, and delayed the others by his long-winded flatteries. When at last they left the house, and were two or three leagues away from it, the Chevalier de Coislin said that in spite of all this politeness, he had reason to believe that their pretty hostess would not long be pleased with the Duke. The Duke, disturbed, asked his reason for thinking so.
"Do you wish to learn it?" said the Chevalier; "Well, then, you must know that, disgusted by your compliments, I went up into the bedroom in which you slept, and made a filthy mess on the floor, which the landlady will no doubt attribute to you, despite all your fine speeches."
Saint-Simon, Mémoires (1701-1702), Tome II, Éditions de la Pléiade-Gallimard, 1983
Memoirs of Louis XIV and the Regency by the Duke of Saint-Simon, trans. Bayle St. John, 1901