John Cotugno
Vero Beach City Council
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About the Office
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
Term Length
2 years
Election Date
Nov 4, 2025
About Me
Party
Nonpartisan
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My Top Issues
Taxes / Budget
Reinforce a culture of staff accountability across all departments, particular emphasis on financial oversight.
Economy
Reassess the Marina renovation to manage costs while protecting its self-sustaining revenue model.
Taxes / Budget
Sustain momentum for Downtown revitalization, even without new tax measures, by building partnerships and leveraging existing resources.
Environment / Energy
Continue to pursue stormwater and other clean water private-public partnerships with potential effects on the Lagoon similar to those of the John’s Island pipeline.
Infrastructure / Transportation
Ensure Twin Pairs redesign fully incorporates ideas and careabouts generated during community engagement.
Taxes / Budget
Finalize the 2024 audit, address findings in the delayed 2023 audit, and upgrade to an integrated ERP system to ensure long-term financial transparency.
Environment / Energy
Keep both the Three Corners Development and the “One Water” wastewater projects moving forward per schedule.
Who I'm Running Against
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