Boys & Girls Club Facility Site Selection
Summary
The board debated where to build the new Boys and Girls Club facility, ultimately choosing the Strong Road site after evaluating construction costs, site preparation needs, and grant constraints.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 4
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Oct 6, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
The project utilizes a state grant of approximately $3.6 million, with potential site preparation costs ranging from $200,000 to $400,000.
Local youth and families in Gadsden County will benefit from expanded educational, mentoring, and recreational programs.
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Mentions & discussions (7)
Gadsden County selects Strong Road for New Boys & Girls Club
Gadsden County commissioners select Strong Road for the new Boys & Girls Club in a 4-1 vote, with a September 30, 2027 deadline to complete the project.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Oct 20, 2026
The board debated where to build the new Boys and Girls Club facility, ultimately choosing the Strong Road site after evaluating construction costs, site preparation needs, and grant constraints.
Gadsden County eyes new site for delayed Boys & Girls Club
Gadsden County considers a new Quincy site for its delayed Boys and Girls Club to meet a September 2027 funding deadline.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Oct 15, 2026
Commissioners worked to lock down a permanent site for a state-funded Boys & Girls Club facility. After years of delays and talks with the city, the board selected New Life Church with Strong Road as a backup.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Oct 6, 2026
The board debated the future funding and site selection for the proposed Boys & Girls Club and Community Center, grappling with state grant deadlines and disputes with the City of Quincy.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Mar 3, 2026
The architects presented updated plans for the Boys & Girls Club facility in Gadsden County, focusing on building design and using street-side parking to save money and avoid stormwater pond requirements.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Jan 20, 2026
Gadsden County is moving quickly to design and build a new Boys & Girls Club facility, selecting a multi-building complex option modeled after a site in Quitman, Georgia.
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