In this episode of The Current by TreasureCoast.com, we sit down with City of Vero Beach Mayor John Cotugno, a leader with a deep understanding of community, collaboration, and vision. As Vero Beach’s first “three-peat” mayor, Cotugno shares his perspective on many developments shaping the city, including the future of Three Corners, revitalizing downtown, and the challenges of balancing growth with preserving character. We discuss pivotal projects, such as the massive water infrastructure upgrades, the expansion of Riverside Theatre and the Vero Beach Museum of Art, and more. Mayor Cotugno speaks candidly about what it takes to build consensus in a diverse community, why the next generation of leaders matters, and what excites him about the future of Vero Beach.