The project plans to resurface South Babcock Street (State Road (S.R.) 507) from north of Palm Bay Road (County Road 516) to Melbourne Avenue to rehabilitate the pavement and extend the service life of the road. In addition to resurfacing all travel lanes, the project proposes:

• Adding a signalized midblock crossing on South Babcock Street near Panther Place. The crossing will be equipped with a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) with pedestrian -activated signals, flashing lights, and audible alerts for accessibility.
• Upgrading pedestrian signals and detectors at signalized intersections to enhance safety.
• Enhancing intersection lighting at Florida Avenue, University Boulevard, and Southgate Boulevard. New lighting is also proposed north of University Boulevard and at the new midblock crossing at Panther Place.
• Updating pavement markings and signage and to guide both drivers and pedestrians.
• Reconstructing sidewalk curb ramps to meet current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.
   

The FDOT will hold a project information open house on Wednesday, February 11, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Front Street Civic Center, 2205 Front St., Melbourne, FL 32901. Attendees will have an opportunity to view a looping presentation and project displays, speak with project team members, and submit comments or questions. To provide additional flexibility for stakeholders, the FDOT is also offering online opportunities to get involved:

• Join an online webinar at 5:30 p.m. to watch a project presentation and submit written questions or comments using the webinar questions box.  To attend using this option, register at https://fdot.cc/Babcock_St_Resurfacing. Please make sure to provide adequate time to log in to view the presentation in its entirety.
• Visit this page at your convenience to watch the project presentation, view project exhibits, and submit comments and questions directly to the project manager. Project materials will be available beginning Wednesday, February 11, and will be the same as what will be shared at the in-person open house. While the information will remain on the website throughout the project, please provide comments or questions by Monday, February 23, 2026, to have the comments included in the open house record.