Your Government

Mission Statement

The mission of Cocoa's government is "To enrich the quality of life for our unique and diverse community by delivering Professional, Responsive, Innovative, Dedicated and Exceptional public services!"

Serving our community with P.R.I.D.E.

The City of Cocoa has a Council/Manager form of government. This means that elected officials make policy decisions, and the staff, led by the City Manager, implements them.

Vision

Cocoa, "City of Community, Culture and Commerce," is the most livable of Florida cities; the focus of culture, commerce and tourist activity in East Central Florida. A city where:

  • All residents have the opportunity to participate in community decisions.
  • A vibrant, diversified economic environment is promoted.
  • Proactive, responsive, efficient and accountable government services are provided for all the people.
  • A healthy ecological environment is promoted.
  • Quality education is promoted.
  • A safe community is maintained.
  • Intergovernmental cooperation is promoted

Values

Integrity

Conducting ourselves in a moral, ethical, and honest manner.

Accountability

Citizens, Staff and City Council taking ownership and responsibility to promote public trust.

Leadership

Encouraging community participation, inclusivity and awareness and exhibiting actions that serve as persuasive examples for others to follow.

Professionalism

Serving the community competently and efficiently with character and a positive attitude.

Excellence

Providing responsive and exceptional customer service.

Respect

Treating the public and one another with dignity, consideration and compassion. 

Goals

Finances

Develop to the fullest potential financial resources. 

Safety

Promote the safety of the community and a feeling of security among citizens and visitors. 

Infrastructure

Plan and assure infrastructure reliability and regulatory compliance. 

Redevelopment

Revitalize downtown Cocoa as the economic, civic and cultural center of the community. Revitalize Diamond Square and US 1 as viable economic communities with emphasis on its commercial corridors. 

Efficiency and Effectiveness

Provide for maximum efficiency and effectiveness in delivery of City services. 

Customer Service

Provide responsive customer service and fair and open public processes. 

Communication

Promote confidence in the expenditure of public funds by informing, educating, and involving citizens. 

Leadership

Serve as a leader to promote regional action to ensure effective, efficient and equitable delivery of services for the residents of Cocoa. 

Environment

Plan growth, which is sensitive to the environment and recognizes significant community resources. 

Economic Development

Encourage a diversified economic base, which provides for long-term economic health and quality of life.

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