In October of 2024 South Beach Community Park was renamed Nancy Higgs Park to honor her life, legacy, and service to Brevard County. Nancy Higgs was a resident of Brevard County for 44 years and served as a Brevard County Commissioner from 1992 to 2004. She was the Children's Home Society Legislator of the Year and received the 1,000 Friends of Florida Community Steward Award and the Sierra Club Lifetime Achievement Award. She also served as a board member of the Marine Resources Council, the Barrier Island Preservation and Protection Association, and was well known as a strong advocate for the Indian River Lagoon. Nancy Higgs passed away at the age of 75 on July 10, 2024. Nancy Higgs Park is a spacious 68.6 acres with both active and passive recreational activities. There is a multi-use field, pickleball courts, a playground, disc golf course, dog park, benches, two small pavilions and one medium, and restrooms. The 18,000 square foot Nancy Higgs Community Center has a gymnasium with basketball and pickleball courts, banquet kitchen, banquet room, three meeting rooms, and two restrooms. The park hosts programs and events throughout the year like camps and the South Beaches Concert Series. I especially enjoyed the walking trail which connects to the Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park where there are hiking trails. With a playground, sports facilities, walking trails, and indoor courts, this dog and family friendly park has something for everyone. This is the ideal recreational space for a playdate, picnic, dog walk, a sports outing, or an event. read more