The City Charter
addresses the form of government that we have in Cocoa Beach. It also
specifies the manner in which governmental powers are distributed. The
City Charter can only be changed by the voters via referenda. The City
Code of Ordinances represents local ordinances and laws as created by
the legislative body of the City of Cocoa Beach, which is the City
Commission.
It is important to understand that
local ordinances are created and/or modified as a result of the wants,
needs and desires of the community at large. Many ordinances have been
created over time to address or correct problems that affect the health,
safety and welfare of the community. Still others, related to community
planning, are created to preserve and protect these same qualities as
the City grows, reshapes and revitalizes itself through community
redevelopment. The point is - all laws on the books in Cocoa Beach are
there because the community as a whole wanted them. These local laws are
the "rule book" used by City officials and City staff. The local laws
apply to everyone equally and will be applied as such. |
