Government and community in Melbourne, FL

The Melbourne City Manager Office is located in Melbourne, Fla. It serves the council and the community and brings to the local government the benefits of training and experience in administering local government projects and programs on behalf of the governing body. The manager s office prepares a recommended budget for the council's consideration; recruits, hires and supervises the government's staff; serves as the council's chief adviser; and carries out the council's policies. It provides complete and objective information, pros and cons of alternatives and long-term consequences.

The Children's Medical Services (CMS) provides a family-centered and coordinated system of care for children with special health care needs. Its network of providers links community-based health care services with university-based medical specialty programs and includes prevention and intervention services. The program also provides primary; medical, specialty and long-term care services for minors. It specializes in treating patients with chronic physical, developmental, behavioral and emotional conditions. The Children's Medical Services program is administered by the Florida Department of Health and is a Title V agency.

Brevard County Building Code is a part of Brevard County Government and works for the safety, health and general welfare of the citizens of the county. The department implements the building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes state and local codes and standards. It maintains a building permit office that issues authorization for building contracts, environmental health projects, zoning and lot drainage, and landscaping, land clearing and public works. Building Code also issues permits for special events and outdoor activities in the unincorporated areas of Brevard County.