July 8, 2026 - Regular City Council Meeting

The City of Sebastian held its regular City Council meeting on July 8, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the award of a contract to Raco and Chan Architecture for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) housing rehabilitation program with a total cost of $57,500. The council also approved a $300,000 LED retrofit project for city facilities, funded through savings from a previous police department roof project, with a contingency included for potential adjustments. Additionally, the council authorized submission of a $500,000 grant application to the Florida Division of Arts and Culture for the Riverview Park band shell project, with a $1 million city match. Several ordinances related to land annexations, rezoning, and affordable housing developments, including Habitat for Humanity projects, were approved to support community growth and housing initiatives. The council also approved charter amendments to be placed on the November 2026 ballot, including residency requirements and compensation adjustments for elected officials. The meeting included discussions on budget challenges due to potential tax rollbacks and emphasized the importance of public outreach for upcoming budget workshops and charter amendment education.