Rockledge Youth Football says it was billed $45,000 for tournament; city manager pledges follow-up

Alex Goins, president of Rockledge Youth Football, used the council’s public-comment period on March 18 to thank the city for improvements to the football building and field and to raise a billing dispute he said threatens league operations.

Goins introduced Vice President Mel Mitchell and said the league was recently billed $45,000 for a three-day tournament while a partner from Georgia was billed $5,000 and Mid-Florida Youth Football was billed $35,000. He said the discrepancy relates to their partner agreement with Brevard County Parks & Recreation and asked city representatives to meet with the league to discuss amending the agreement so the league can recoup funds.

City Manager Dr. Brenda Fettrow said she learned of some of the charge limitations earlier in the day and affirmed she would reach out to help partner with and support the league. Deputy Mayor Frank T. Forester advised that the city would try to help. The council did not take any formal action during the meeting; the record shows staff follow-up was pledged but no schedule or assignment was recorded.