COCOA BEACH, Fla. – City commissioners in Cocoa Beach are holding an emergency meeting Wednesday evening to discuss beach plans for the busy holiday weekend.The agenda shows commissioners will discuss beach safety, beach parking, the use of masks, and more.Many restaurants and business owners said the holiday weekend means big business for them, especially since many beaches in south Florida will be closed.
Many business owners said they’re also taking steps to ensure everyone is safe. “This is taking a toll on us financially, but we’re happy that we’re allowed to stay open,” Angela Johnson said.Johnson is the owner of Coconuts on the Beach in Cocoa Beach. “Financially we are so grateful to be open at this time, obviously it was a heavy hit.