Indian River County - Vero Beach Community Links
Indian River County, made up of five districts, is governed by a five-member
commission elected county-wide. Within the county are five incorporated
municipalities. Indian River County government can be found at www.ircgov.com
Vero Beach
The City of Vero Beach is the county seat and the largest incorporated
municipality with an estimated population of more than 17,700. Greenery,
open space, unspoiled beaches, and ocean vistas characterize this community
which is the commercial and cultural center of the county. Originally
a stop on the Florida East Coast Railroad, Vero Beach was incorporated
in 1910. The city is under a council-manager form of government. More
information about the City of Vero Beach government can be found at
www.covb.org
Sebastian
At the northern end of the county, Sebastian is a community of an estimated
16,181 people. It grew up around the fishing industry and today is
enjoyed by residents as well as visitors for surfing, fishing, swimming,
boating and other water-oriented activities. An incorporated city,
Sebastian has the friendliness of a small town. It has a council-manager
form of government. More information about Sebastian City government
can be found at www.cityofsebastian.org
Fellsmere
A rural town of an estimated 3,800 residents in northwestern Indian River
County, Fellsmere was once a center for growing sugar cane and pineapple.
Today, the community's economy is based on citrus crops and cattle.
It is incorporated and has a council-mayor form of government.
www.cityoffellsmere.org
Indian River Shores
Between ocean and river north of Vero Beach, Indian River Shores is an
exclusive residential community with an estimated population of more
than 3,654, many of whom are retired corporate executives. It is incorporated
and has a council-manager form of government. www.irshores.com
Orchid
Orchid, with its population of about 140, is a new, luxury, barrier island
community. It is incorporated and has a council-manager form of government.
www.townoforchid.com
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