“Mostly Incoherent”
FDLE Report Dismisses Criminal Investigation Into Melbourne Beach Mayor Alison Dennington’s Allegations.
A recent Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) investigative report has concluded that “no criminal predicate exists at this time that warrants an investigation by FDLE”. Melbourne Beach Mayor Alison Dennington has drawn scrutiny for repeatedly targeting town employees and residents with unsubstantiated claims. The FDLE findings, detailed in the attached report obtained by Truth and Accuracy Matter, describe a pattern of erratic behavior and civil litigation fueled by the mayor, whom the FDLE investigator labeled as “mostly incoherent”.
Concerns revolve around guns, keyfobs, street signs and lawsuits.
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According to the report, FDLE Inspector Daniel Barbara “reviewed publicly available court documents and identified two pending civil cases with Funoe, LLC listed as the plaintiff. Case number 05-2025-CA-019574-XXCA-BC was filed March 10, 2025 and sought declaratory relief in excess of $50,000.00 for several allegations against the Town of Melbourne Beach preceding and during Mayor Dennington’s term as mayor. Case number 05-2025-CA-023102-XXCA-BC was filed on March 28, 2025 and requested records (inclusive of key fob) from the Town of Melbourne Beach”.
Inspector Barbara located the 2025 Florida annual report for Funoe LLC, which listed Alison Dennington and one other member, that was redacted, as the Managers for the LLC since its inception in 2017.
Central to the Mayor’s grievances were claims that former police Chief Griswold failed to provide key fob access records. Dennington “disputed police department operating procedures and Town policies” and filed a criminal complaint.
Mayor Dennington referenced purchasing two Sig Sauer handguns and, “was concerning” to the FDLE Inspector.
Residents and town employees have long expressed frustration over the mayor’s aggressive tactics, which include unproven accusations of misconduct. The FDLE report underscores concerns about her behavior.
The report’s release has intensified calls for accountability, with some residents urging the town commission to address the mayor’s conduct. “This isn’t about politics—it’s about stability,” said one longtime resident. “When leadership prioritizes vendettas over governance, everyone suffers.”
As Melbourne Beach grapples with the fallout, the FDLE’s findings highlight the fine line between contentious politics and criminality. For now, the mayor’s battles remain confined to civil court—but the damage to public trust, critics argue, may prove harder to resolve.