Buddy Ball program and Opening Day
Summary
Julie Fiedler questioned whether the city subsidizes Buddy Ball, pointing to a $40,000 resurfacing line. Commissioner Reece explained the program raises its own funds, serves over 100 special-needs players, and shares only the cost of periodic turf replacement with the city.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
A $40,000 field resurfacing line appears in the FY2027 budget; the city will share turf replacement costs with Buddy Ball.
More than 100 special-needs athletes in the Buddy Ball program.
Taxpayers who foot the bill for the pricey bash without ever attending might feel a bit shortchanged.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Commission - Sep 16, 2026
Julie Fiedler questioned whether the city subsidizes Buddy Ball, pointing to a $40,000 resurfacing line. Commissioner Reece explained the program raises its own funds, serves over 100 special-needs players, and shares only the cost of periodic turf replacement with the city.
City Commission - Feb 3, 2026
Commissioner Reece's adaptive baseball program, free to families since 2009, was celebrated with the Lefty Grove Award. Opening Day is February 28 at Eastmonte Park, where Field 3 is nearing completion.
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