Rockledge City Council Approves 7.14-Acre Annexation, Names Christopher Hattaway Employee of the Year

The Rockledge City Council convened on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. at the Council Chamber, Rockledge City Hall, located at 1600 Huntington Lane. Chairman Thomas J. Price presided over the meeting, which included discussions on land use and community recognition.

A significant item on the agenda involved a recommendation for the voluntary annexation of a 7.14+/- acre parcel situated at 2355 Pluckebaum Road in Cocoa. The Council also considered a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to revise the Future Land Use Map for this same parcel, aiming to incorporate it into the City of Rockledge. Staff presented information and a public hearing was held regarding the annexation.

During the meeting, the Council recognized Christopher Hattaway as the Brevard Public Schools 2025-2026 Employee of the Year. Councilman Cadore delivered the invocation to open the proceedings. The Council also reviewed minutes from its Regular Meeting on April 15, 2026, and the Planning Commission Meeting on April 7, 2026.

Residents who wished to participate in the May 6 meeting completed speaker cards, which were available near the Council Chamber door. These cards were submitted to the City Clerk before the meeting or prior to the introduction of specific agenda items. No financial or budget reports were scheduled for this particular meeting.