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Residents press council to keep quarry as dog-friendly park, not a golf course
Summary
Several residents told the Brooksville council during citizens input they oppose converting the quarry to a golf course and asked the city to address homelessness and litter on nearby privately owned parcels; council affirmed support for maintaining the area as a dog-and-disc-golf friendly park.
Brooksville — Multiple residents urged the City Council during the workshop’s public-comment period to retain the quarry property as a dog‑friendly park and disc‑golf course rather than convert it into a golf course.
Cindy Gandy, who identified herself as born and raised in Brooksville, told council the quarry is used by dog‑walkers and disc golfers who “come from all over the United States,” and that local volunteers help keep trash picked up. She said adjacent privately owned property had been cleared of homeless encampment debris at a reported cost of $6,000 and asked the city to ensure nearby parcels are cleaned and maintained.
Lee Johnson, a resident and local business owner, described the quarry as “a jewel and a gem” and argued the site could generate events and revenue for the city in its current recreational use rather than be repurposed for golf.
Council members responded positively to the requests. Acting council members said they supported keeping the dog‑friendly park and thanked volunteers who maintain the trail and disc‑golf course. The council did not take formal action converting land use at the meeting; members indicated the quarry’s recreational use will be a continuing discussion and encouraged residents to contact council members with questions.
Why this matters: the quarry is a frequently used recreational site and a point of neighborhood identity; any land‑use change could affect users, small events and volunteer stewardship.
