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Charles 'Boobie' Clark Park housing plan

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Opposed (1)

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Public comments
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Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.

Public comments (2)

OpposedBetty BurneyNov 2, 2026

Opposed converting the park to housing, citing Health Zone One obesity and diabetes rates, Jacksonville's 84th-place fitness ranking, and the park's basketball, pool, tennis and new playground amenities.

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee — November 2, 2026 · 1:33 →
MixedCarnell OliverNov 2, 2026

Opposed tearing down the park but supported housing on the outparcels, demanding conditions ensuring lineage-based foundational Black Americans get down-payment and loan access, and asking for a community meeting.

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee — November 2, 2026 · 1:33 →