The City Council meeting in DeBary, Florida, on May 9, 2025, focused on the progress of the Connector Trail project, specifically Segment 2. This segment will extend the trail from where the Integra Trail ends at the Integra Apartments, connecting it to the Gemini Springs Trail. The new trail will cover approximately 400 linear feet.

During the discussion, it was noted that the original construction contract for the project was set at $179,555. This amount is eligible for reimbursement from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) under a joint partnership agreement. However, the project faced significant delays due to the discovery of a broken, unplugged pipe beneath the trail's alignment. This pipe was identified as the control structure discharge pipe for the Spring Walk Storm Pond.

Additionally, the council highlighted that the major delays were also attributed to the lengthy process of finalizing the Duke easement agreement, which took over a year to resolve. The council's focus on these issues underscores the challenges faced in municipal project management and the importance of addressing unforeseen complications in infrastructure development.