Melbourne City Hall has installed two new electric vehicle charging stations on the west side of the building. The stations are available for use by residents and visitors needing to charge their vehicles. City officials say the move supports the growing number of EV owners in the area. The charging stations are part of the city's broader efforts to reduce emissions and encourage sustainable transportation. The locations were chosen to maximize accessibility for people visiting city hall for business or public services. Each station features Level 2 charging ports capable of providing a full charge in about four hours. The city has no plans to expand the number of stations at this location in the near future. City Manager Lisa Rodriguez said the project aligns with Melbourne's climate action plan. "We want to make sure residents have options when it comes to reducing their carbon footprint," she said. The city has partnered with Florida Power & Light to power the stations using renewable energy sources. The stations are free to use for the first 30 minutes, after which users are charged a standard rate. City staff say they received over 200 requests from residents last year for more EV infrastructure. The new stations are expected to serve an estimated 1,200 vehicles annually. The city has also installed solar panels on the roof of City Hall to complement the new charging infrastructure. Officials say they will monitor usage data to determine if additional stations are needed in the future.