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Council reallocates $223,322 from De Leon trail to Isaac Campbell Park; residents push for larger community-center vision
Summary
The council approved moving $223,322 from the South De Leon mobility trail project to a new Isaac Campbell Park facilities project; community members urged using the funds for a long-term community center plan and additional park improvements.
Titusville City Council on June 10 approved reallocation of $223,322 from the South De Leon mobility trail project to create a new project for facility improvements at Isaac Campbell Park and approved the associated budget amendment. Member Nelson moved the reallocation and said staff would return with a spend plan after meeting with Parks & Recreation and local civic leaders.
Community meetings and public comment: Residents and neighborhood advocates told council they favored reallocating the trail-design funds to park improvements and long-term planning for a community center. Speakers included LD Bryant (city advocate for economic growth and development), Dwight Siegler (community representative), Tony Schifelow (concerned citizens) and other members of the Isaac Campbell Park coalition. Speakers asked that the initial funds be used for planning and consulting, with any remainder applied to immediate building repairs (kitchen, leaks) and park maintenance.
City staff notes and next steps: City staff said North Brevard Parks & Recreation has existing budget funds for some improvements and staff would coordinate to maximize benefits from combined resources. City Manager and Kevin Cook (public works/planning staff) said the $223,322 would be used for facility improvements and to support planning for a larger project; Member Nelson said she would meet with Parks Director Jeff Davis and return with a detailed spend plan for council approval.
Why it matters: Residents said Isaac Campbell Park serves a low-income neighborhood west of downtown and needs both near-term repairs (kitchen, roof, accessibility) and a longer-term vision for expanded community services. Several council members expressed support for community-led planning and for using the funds to create a design or concept study that could be used to seek additional funding for a larger community center.
Outcome: Council approved the reallocation and budget amendment; Member Nelson will return with a spend plan after staff and community consultation.
