54-596: Rockledge may refer to: Rockledge, Florida , United States Rockledge, Georgia , an unincorporated community Rockledge Drive Residential District , a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places in Rockledge, Florida Rockledge, Pennsylvania , United States Rockledge, name of the chapter house of Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity at Cornell University Rockledge (Louisville, Kentucky) ,
108-536: A humid subtropical climate , Köppen climate classification Cfa. The area's warm and humid climate is caused primarily by its proximity to the Gulf Stream , which flows off the east coast of Florida. There are two major seasons which characterize the area. The warm season is hot and rainy lasting from June until late September. The cool season the dry season, October through May, brings more moderate temperatures and less frequent rainfall. Rainfall can run off from
162-466: A bud wood registration program was enacted. Previously young citrus trees were grown outdoors before disease pressure became an issue. This is to certify that Florida grove owners are able to purchase clean citrus trees for the planting of citrus groves. A greening positive young citrus tree will never reach maturity, even with intensive sprays. These keystone citriculture practices vector control, soil and foliar nutrition, and certified young trees make up
216-422: A building on the National Register of Historic Places Rockledge (Hagerstown, Maryland) , a building on the National Register of Historic Places Rockledge (Swanton, Vermont) , a building on the National Register of Historic Places Rockledge (Occoquan, Virginia) , a building on the National Register of Historic Places Carlisle-Rockledge, Alabama , a census-designated place Topics referred to by
270-414: A citrus groves can be retained at pre-Huanglongbing levels through a three pronged strategy. Current research is aimed at the goal of giving the greatest yields for the lowest costs. Indeed, these lower costs are necessitated by the increased per acre cost of caretaking brought upon by Huanglongbing infection. Huanglongbing forces the commercial citrus caretaker to spray his/her block of citrus many more times
324-491: A gladiola farm and an orange grove. The huge Australian Pine trees at the southernmost points of Fiske Boulevard are all that remain of the grove's windbreaks. The subdivision of Silver Pines, while part of unincorporated Brevard County outside the city limit, was also built during this period and is identified by citizens as a part of the city. According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has
378-455: A loss of revenues. A look at total Florida citrus-growing acreage provides a tangible impression to the hardships citrus greening provides; in 2000 there was 665,529 commercially producing citrus acres, while in 2011 there were 473,086 commercially producing citrus acres in Florida. Every year citrus reports indicate a continued loss of citrus production. Citrus greening is being attributed for
432-459: A major concern where citrus canker exists. The openings created by citrus leafminer make the tree highly susceptible to the X. axonopodis bacteria which leads to citrus canker. Huanglongbing (HLB), called citrus greening within the industry, is recognized as the deadliest citrus disease the Florida citrus industry has ever faced. This can be attributed to the economic costs of implementing new care-taking strategies, and overall tree loss creating
486-463: A sour taste, making them unmarketable for both juice and fresh fruit productions. In later stages of infection the tree will suffer from heavy leaf drop, high percentages of fruit drop, and deep twig die back. A greening positive citrus tree's canopies will be airy due to the defoliation the disease causes. After a tree becomes infected with citrus greening it becomes uneconomical and may die within 2–5 years. Vector control of citrus greening began when
540-494: A strategy of not removing greening positive citrus trees, and instead attempt aggressive nutritional sprays. His grove was as a result the first to remain economical with a high percentage rate of greening disease infection. His spray program is under considerable research by the University of Florida ’s IFAS department . Further research is still needed, and being carried out to determine which specific fertilizer compounds, and
594-518: A third of citrus fruit production goes for processing: more than 80% of this is for orange juice production. Demand for fresh and processed oranges continues to rise in excess of production, especially in developed countries. The two main juice producers are Florida in the United States and the state of São Paulo in Brazil. Production of orange juice between these two makes up roughly 85% of
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#1732772580424648-632: A tiny start-up, plans to begin production of cars in 2013. Rockledge has the following annual community events, festivals, and parades: In 2007, the average size of Rockledge's labor force was 11,886. Of that group, 11,455 were employed and 431 were unemployed, for an unemployment rate of 3.6%. Among the most common occupations in Rockledge are Management, professional, and related occupations, 36%. Sales and office occupations, 28%. and Service occupations, 15%. Approximately 72 percent of workers in Rockledge, Florida work for companies, 19 percent work for
702-549: A total area of 13.4 square miles (34.8 km ), of which 11.9 square miles (30.9 km ) is land and 1.5 square miles (3.8 km ) (11.03%) is water. It is bounded on the north by Cocoa , on the west by the St. Johns River and scrubland, to the south by Viera ( unincorporated ) and Melbourne , and to the east by the Indian River Lagoon and Merritt Island (unincorporated) on the opposite shore. Rockledge has
756-452: A total output impact of −4.51 billion, and a loss of 8,257 jobs within Florida. The disease has now spread throughout the entire state, and affects every Florida citrus grower. The disease is spread through an insect vector, the Asian citrus psyllid . The psyllid was previously introduced into Florida in 1998. Prior to 1998 citrus greening was unknown in the state, thus the psyllids spread
810-413: A year than normal, considerably increasing costs. Per pound prices of citrus must continue increasing for citrus to remain profitable due to disease pressure. Foliar fertilizers are now being sprayed on citrus trees at considerably higher rates than before citrus greening disease. Inspiration for the mixture of foliar nutrients was drawn from a local citrus grower, Maury Boyd. Mr. Boyd was the first to try
864-564: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Rockledge, Florida Rockledge / ˈ r ɒ k l ɪ dʒ , - ˌ l ɛ dʒ / is the oldest city in Brevard County , Florida . The city's population was 27,678 at the 2020 Census, up from 24,926 at the 2010 United States Census , and is part of the Palm Bay − Melbourne − Titusville Metropolitan Statistical Area . Rockledge
918-714: Is nominal, producing citrus confections, juice and souvenirs for the tourist trade and for local consumption. The median income for a household in the city was $ 45,218, and the median income for a family was $ 52,332. Males had a median income of $ 39,434 versus $ 25,918 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 20,700. About 4.0% of families and 6.5% of the population were below the poverty line , including 6.2% of those under age 18 and 7.2% of those age 65 or over. The leading industries in Rockledge are Educational, health and social services, 20%; Manufacturing, 12%; and Professional, scientific, management, administrative, and waste management services, 11%. Rivian Automotive ,
972-457: Is still true in 2023, yet multi-use development is expected on the west side of Interstate 95. Developments stretched north to south from the late 1950s to the 1990s. Virginia Park, Marlin Manor, Fairway Estates, Rockledge Country Club Estates, Golfview Estates, Kings Grant, Georgetown, Levitt Park and Woodsmere had all been established by the 1960s–1980s. Levitt Park and Woodsmere were built atop
1026-433: Is the sole means for citrus greening to spread is now done routinely. Before citrus greening disease was introduced, commercial citrus growers did not have to spray pesticides targeting insects. Current research is aimed at pesticide application timing, and pesticide choice for efficacy. After the introduction of citrus greening disease, all commercial nurseries, where new young trees are purchased, were relocated indoors and
1080-508: The Brevard County Public School Board . Local schools include Hans Christian Andersen Elementary; Golfview Elementary; John F. Kennedy Middle School; Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School; and Rockledge High School . Private schools include St. Mary's Catholic School, Rockledge Christian School, Trinity Lutheran School, and Rockledge Montessori School. Sawgrass Academy Middle was a former charter school in
1134-493: The international fruit trade , citrus is the largest in terms of financial value. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), citrus production grew during the early 21st century mainly by the increase in cultivation areas, improvements in transportation and packaging, rising incomes and consumer preference for healthful foods. In 2019–20, world production of oranges
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#17327725804241188-540: The City Council act as the legislative body of the City of Rockledge, the actual operation of the city and its functions lies with the city manager and his departmental support staff consisting of assistant city manager/finance director, city clerk/public relations officer, building official, fire chief, chief of police, director of public works and director of wastewater treatment and water reclamation. The chairman of
1242-570: The City Council appoints members of the City Council to serve on subcommittees and to represent the City Council on other governmental bodies that require the city's input. In 2013, there were 237 city employees. In 2007, the city had a taxable real estate base of $ 1.55 billion. In 2009–2010, the city paid $ 2.2 million for solid waste disposal . This was furnished at a cost of $ 168.48 annually per residence. Non residential (business) collection cost $ 632.89 each, annually. Rockledge has approximately fifty full-time certified police officers serving
1296-497: The area and their encampments dotted the area. The Dixie Highway was completed in 1915 and spanned most of Florida. In the 1920s, US1 was paved and replaced the Dixie Highway. In 1939–1940, a winter visitor donated the money to construct a hospital. The mayor convinced the council to donate land from the former golf course that had belonged to the defunct Indian River Hotel for the hospital. In 1941, 10-bed Wuesthoff Hospital
1350-457: The city had the lowest percentage of people living in poverty of any municipality measured in the county, 5%, compared to an average of 10% countywide. As of the census of 2000, there were 20,170 people, 7,864 households, and 5,677 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,884.4 inhabitants per square mile (727.6/km ). There were 8,353 housing units at an average density of 780.4 per square mile (301.3/km ). The racial makeup of
1404-485: The city into the Indian River Lagoon, with resultant pollution. As a result, the city has banned fertilizing from June 1 to September 30 annually. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 27,678 people, 10,768 households, and 7,486 families residing in the city. As of the 2010 United States census , there were 24,926 people, 9,310 households, and 7,002 families residing in the city. In 2010,
1458-558: The city was 81.06% White , 14.64% African American , 0.28% Native American , 1.66% Asian , 0.08% Pacific Islander , 0.73% from other races , and 1.56% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.28% of the population. In 2000, there were 7,864 households, out of which 31.0% had children living with them, 56.8% were married couples living together, 11.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.8% were non-families. 22.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who
1512-488: The city. In addition, there are 18 support staff positions, five reserve officers, eight crossing guards, and seven civilian volunteers. All police officers must be certified by the State of Florida. In August 2011, the new $ 4 million police headquarters was finished and it is located at 1776 Jack Oates Blvd. The old police station on Barton Blvd may be home to a future library and other non-profit organizations, who will lease
1566-481: The complete switch from outdoor to indoor citrus nursery operations transpired. Symptoms of citrus greening are numerous, and can be varied in citrus trees. A tree will develop yellow shoots instead of the expected deep green colors. The disease presents itself on the leaves by giving an asymmetrical blotchy-mottle appearance. This is the key diagnosing characteristic of citrus greening. On affected limbs, fruit tend to be lopsided. The fruit will also never ripen and have
1620-454: The disease was first introduced in 2005. All commercial citrus growers are advised in applying two dormancy pesticide sprays. These broad-spectrum pesticide sprays are applied in winter when adult psyllid populations decline to almost exclusive overwintering adults. With this strategy, significant reductions of populations withhold for up to 6 months. This fact is crucial as it protects the spring flush, which accounts for over 70% of new leaves for
1674-452: The following parks: The City of Rockledge functions under a Council-Manager government . The Mayor and City Council members are elected to three-year terms. There are six City Council members whose terms are staggered to allow election of two council seats each year. The city holds municipal elections on the first Tuesday after the first Monday of November each year. While the Mayor and
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1728-708: The former police headquarters from the city. Along with one other city in the county, Rockledge has its own fire department with three stations. There is a county fire department within the city limits. The City of Rockledge contains several citizen-run boards and committees that make recommendations to the city on various issues. The positions held on the boards and committees are on a voluntary basis and non-paid. The boards and committees of Rockledge are: The city publishes an official newsletter for residents of Rockledge. Local businesses focus on technology and aerospace , especially those related to nearby Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral . Citrus grove production
1782-680: The fruits to spread to southern Europe. Citrus fruits spread throughout Europe during the Middle Ages , and were then brought to the Americas by Spanish explorers. Worldwide trade in citrus fruits did not appear until the 20th century, and trade in orange juice developed as late as 1940. According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization , world production of all citrus fruits in 2020 was 144 million metric tons (159 million short tons), with about half of this production as oranges. In
1836-428: The government and 6 percent are self-employed. Reflecting economic times , in 2008, 45 building permits were issued for 105 units. In 2007, 131 permits were issued for 158 units. Also, in 2006, an estimated 106 permits for 341 units were issued. The median home price in 2007 was $ 214,965. In February 2011, the average price of homes actually sold was $ 131,500. The public schools in Rockledge are operated by
1890-636: The late 19th century to the early 20th century that catered to Northern tourists escaping cold winters. These included the Hotel Indian River, the Plaza, and the Rockledge Hotel, all located north of Barton Avenue, looking out over the river. Towards the early part of the 20th century, Rockledge was known as a resort town. In the winter months, the population would rise from 200 to almost 2,000 people. Up until about 1911, access to Rockledge
1944-613: The majority of citrus production but the industry also sees significant quantities of grapefruits , pomeloes , lemons, and limes . While the origin of citrus fruits cannot be precisely identified, researchers believe they began to appear in Southeast Asia at least 4,000 BC. From there, they slowly spread to northern Africa, mainly through migration and trade. During the period of the Roman Empire , demand by higher-ranking members of society, along with increased trade, allowed
1998-590: The name was eventually attributed to the whole town. It was originally referred to as Rock Ledge; the two-word name persisted through the 19th century. Early industry in the area was based on the citrus trade and accommodation for tourists traveling to South Florida via the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway of the Indian River. President Grover Cleveland and his wife visited the city in 1888. The town had several large hotels in
2052-458: The new best management practices for commercial citrus growers against the citrus greening disease fight. A total management approach appears to provide the best hope of reducing financial impact of this disease. Currently, the best hope for the industry is resistant varieties. The challenge for the commercial producer is to identify low cost strategies that can prolong infected trees until they can be replaced. Nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus are
2106-488: The plant, affecting tree vitality and early drop of fruit. While not harmful to human consumption, the fruit becomes too unsightly to be sold, and entire orchards are often destroyed to protect the outbreak from spreading. Citrus canker affects all varieties of citrus trees, and recent outbreaks in Australia, Brazil, and the United States have slowed citrus production in parts of those countries. Citrus leafminer moths are
2160-404: The quantities used are the most efficient. Soil applied fertilizers appear to hold promise as well. In two-year studies carried out by the University of Florida ’s IFAS department a combination of sulfur, zinc, manganese, iron and boron applied three times a year to the base of the tree are promising. The third year of research should be available in 2019. Vector control of the psyllid, which
2214-457: The range, the more seasonal the cultivation. Florida produces approximately 100 million boxes annually (each box is 90 lbs). China could be a major player in the orange juice and processed citrus markets, except for high tariffs on citrus that make domestic sale more profitable. Though citrus originated in southeast Asia, current citrus production is low due to lower-than-average yields, high production and marketing costs, and disease. About
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2322-430: The space shuttle program. Recently in 2022 and 2023, the City has annexed property west of Interstate 95. Barton Boulevard supplements US Route 1 as the town's economic and cultural center as new subdivisions spread south along Fiske Boulevard. Commercial is now found along Fiske Boulevard, Murrell Road, and Barnes Boulevard. By the 1970s, the bulk of Rockledge's population lived between US Route 1 and Interstate 95. This
2376-429: The town. Rockledge is served by U.S. Route 1 . Major east–west roads are oriented towards this north–south road. The following are at least four-lane roads, unless otherwise designated. Citrus production Citrus production encompasses the production of citrus fruit, which are the highest-value fruit crop in terms of international trade. There are two main markets for citrus fruit: Oranges account for
2430-467: The various pesticides. The spraying of pesticides is the only method of control for the citrus greening vector, the psyllid. It is impossible to kill all psyllids through pesticides; thus, strategic timing of pesticide sprays is done to try to slow the gradual spread of HLB throughout the citrus grove. Unfortunately, at this time it is inevitable that a commercial citrus grove will reach 100 percent infection rates even with aggressive sprays. Productivity of
2484-486: The world market. Brazil exports 99 percent of its production, while 90 percent of Florida's production is consumed in the United States. Orange juice is traded internationally in the form of frozen concentrated orange juice to reduce the volume used, so that storage and transportation costs are lower. Citrus production is often cut short in many areas by outbreaks of bacteria known as Xanthomonas axonopodis , or citrus canker , which cause unsightly lesions on all parts of
2538-444: The year, from the infectious psyllid attacks. The spring flush typically occurs 3 months past winter. More aggressive citrus grove care-takers may employ a wide host of pesticides to try to keep psyllid populations low year round. These growers may spray pesticides up to seven times a year rotating various pesticides to employ different modes of actions against the psyllid. This is done in an attempt to prevent resistances of psyllids to
2592-467: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.93. Per the 2000 census, the population was distributed as follows: 23.8% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.4% who were 65 years of age or older. In 2000, the median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.3 males. Rockledge has
2646-458: Was established with a $ 12,500 gift given by the heirs of Eugene Wuesthoff and matching contributions from 500 Rockledge community residents. Rockledge underwent an expansion further west and south in the 1960s when it became a bedroom community for the nearby Kennedy Space Center. Several hundred families from all over the United States settled in the city with the advent of the Apollo missions and
2700-608: Was estimated to be 76 million metric tons (84 million short tons), led by Brazil, China, India, EU, USA, Mexico, Egypt as the largest producers. Citrus fruits are produced all over the world; according to the FAO, as of 2016, about 79% of the world's total citrus production was grown in the Northern Hemisphere , with countries of the Mediterranean Basin contributing the largest volumes, while Brazil
2754-594: Was left unchecked. By the time citrus greening had reached Florida psyllid populations were well established throughout the state of Florida. The first positive case of greening disease was in August 2005, when a greening positive citrus tree was discovered in Miami-Dade County. It was at this time the entire Florida citrus industry changed its citriculture practices overnight. Intensive pesticide applications, aggressive removal of citrus greening positive trees, and
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#17327725804242808-569: Was officially founded on August 7, 1887, making it the oldest incorporated municipality in Brevard County. The name Rockledge, attributed to Gardner S. Hardee , an early settler, comes from the many ledges of coquina rock that line the Indian River . Other sources refer to a man named Cephas Bailey Magruder, who built his home after settling in the area in 1876 near the Indian River . Magruder called his home "the rockledge home" and
2862-959: Was the largest citrus producer in the Southern Hemisphere and the world. In the United States, most orange juice and grapefruit is produced in Florida , while citrus fruits for consumption as fresh fruit are grown mainly in California, Arizona , and Texas . Smaller markets for citrus growth in the United States originate in South Carolina , Georgia , Oklahoma , Tennessee , and the gulf coastal states, including Louisiana , Alabama , Mississippi , and Georgia , as well as North Carolina . Independent cultivars are found in Kentucky , Virginia , and even Missouri , Southern Illinois , and far Southern Kansas . The farther north
2916-460: Was via boat and rail. Steamboats in the Indian River connected with Henry Flagler 's trains to bring people to the North. Small boats, sailboats, and small launches frequently stopped to unload freight and passengers. Most of the tourists in this time were wealthy and would use the boats to connect to the rail system at that time. After World War I, the automobile allowed the average person to travel to
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