‘Compound’ Redevelopment Eyed

In Palm Bay, city leaders convened to tackle the redevelopment of the troubled ‘Compound’ neighborhood, notorious for criminal activity and unsolved murders. Amid discussions of attracting commercial and industrial developments, community members are seeking positive change, with plans to address issues such as abandoned dogs and potential economic growth. The city agreed to issue a development study after recent tragic events, highlighting what they see as both the challenges and the opportunities in revitalizing the area.