On February 26, 2025, the Department of the Air Force (DAF) decided to build a new Child Development Center (CDC) to help families near Eglin Air Force Base in Florida with childcare needs. This decision follows an Environmental Impact Statement and public input and involves acquiring 14 acres from the City of Crestview. The CDC will be operated by the 96th Force Support Squadron. This notice complies with the National Environmental Policy Act and relevant Air Force regulations.
Simple Explanation
The Air Force is building a new daycare center for kids near a big base in Florida, and they decided this after checking that it wouldn't hurt nature and asking people what they think. They will use part of the city land to make this daycare, but they didn’t explain how they decided to buy that land or how much it will cost.