Daytona Beach Shores public meetings in 2025
35 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Code Enforcement
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold advanced (post-initial) hearings on six outstanding code violation cases, all located on South Atlantic Avenue in Daytona Beach Shores. The cases involve property owners including 2300 S Atlantic Ave LLC (two cases), SLF V DBS HOLDCO LLC, Nathoo trustees, and two Agrawal-owned properties. No initial hearings are scheduled. The meeting will also consider approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Advanced hearing for 2300 S. Atlantic Ave (Case #25-0002, 25-0005), same owner 2300 S Atlantic Ave LLC
- Advanced hearing for 2323 S. Atlantic Avenue, case CDEF2024-40, owner SLF V DBS HOLDCO LLC
- Advanced hearing for 2711 S. Atlantic Avenue, case SCDEF2023-42, Nathoo trust
- Advanced hearing for 2713 S. Atlantic Avenue, case SCDEF2023-43, Agrawal owners
- Advanced hearing for 2804 S. Atlantic Avenue, case CDEF2024-31, owner Vivek K. Agrawal
The Special Magistrate approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. He issued Order #11 for five property cases, imposing daily fines of $200‑$250 and requiring reimbursement of administrative fees. One agenda item (E) was removed and will be heard at the January meeting. Future Code Enforcement meetings were scheduled for January, February and March 2026.
- Approved minutes of the October 16, 2025 Code Enforcement meeting
- Issued Order #11 to 2300 S Atlantic Ave LLC (Case 25-0002) – $200 daily fine, $85.53 admin fee
- Issued Order #11 to 2300 S Atlantic Ave LLC (Case 25-0005) – $250 daily fine, $83.45 admin fee
- Issued Order #11 to SLF V DBS HOLDCO, LLC (Case CDEF2024-40) – $250 daily fine, $92.43 admin fee
- Issued Order #11 to Chhaya K. Nathoo & Kiran D. Nathoo trust (Case SCDEF2023-42) – $200 daily fine, $92.43 admin fee
- Issued Order #11 to Vivek K. Agrawal (Case CDEF2024-31) – $200 daily fine, $85.53 admin fee
- Removed agenda item E (Jai P. Agrawal & Vaidehi K. Agrawal) for hearing in January
City Commission
The City Commission will consider Resolution 2025-23, which would exempt Daytona Beach Shores from state requirements to exempt property taxes for certain affordable‑housing units rented to households earning 80‑120% of the Area Median Income. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as minutes, monthly reports, and a contract award for a public‑safety HVAC design. Several resident petitions on holidays, ethics, and commissioner attendance will be presented for commission action.
- Resolution 2025-23: tax‑exemption exemption for affordable housing (80‑120% AMI)
- Award of Public Safety HVAC Design RFP (RFP 2025-10-01) and contract negotiation with Salas O'Brien Florida, Inc.
- Approval of internal policies: Pelican Newsletter, LED Sign content, Purchasing Card Policy
- Purchase of approved mobile radios
- Resident petitions by Lonnie Groot on holiday pay, ethics, and commissioner attendance
The commission unanimously adopted Resolution 2025‑23, allowing Daytona Beach Shores to opt out of the Live Local Act property‑tax exemption requirement. It also approved Ordinance 2025‑18 to remove the word “commission” from board appointment language and approved the consent agenda items. The commission approved the November 4, 2025 minutes and agreed by consensus to prepare an RFP for an Economic Development Plan. Additionally, the commission granted all city employees an extra paid holiday on December 26.
- Approved City Commission Minutes of November 4 2025 (4‑0 unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items (including reports, mobile radios purchase, internal policies) (4‑0 unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025‑18 to remove “commission” from board appointment language (4‑0 unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑23 to exempt city from Live Local Act property‑tax exemption requirements (4‑0 unanimous)
- Agreed by consensus to prepare a Request for Proposals for an Economic Development Plan
- Granted all city employees an extra paid holiday on December 26 with pay
General
The City Commission will meet to discuss the recruitment of a City Manager. The body may also take action to appoint a City Manager during this session.
- Discussion of City Manager recruitment
- Possible appointment of City Manager
The commission unanimously approved a motion directing the Vice Mayor to begin negotiations and bring back a contract for Michael Fowler to become City Manager. A consensus vote also excused Commissioner Stephan Dembinsky from the December 2 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved motion to have Vice Mayor negotiate and present a City Manager contract for Michael Fowler (5-0)
- Excused Commissioner Stephan Dembinsky from the December 2 meeting (consensus)
City Commission
The City Commission will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including a beach access easement vacation and an updated investment policy. The body will also review a lease subsidy grant application for Revive Salt Lounge and various resident petitions.
- Ordinance 2025-17: Vacation of Tuscany Shores Public Beach Access Easement (2901 S. Atlantic Avenue)
- Resolution 2025-22: Waste Pro Amended and Restated Contract
- Economic Development Lease Subsidy Grant Application for Revive Salt Lounge
- Purchase of PADTrax RFID software program
- Ten petitions filed by resident Lonnie Groot regarding city ethics, transparency, and public safety
The commission adopted Ordinance 2025-17 (vacating a beach access easement) and gave first‑reading approval to Ordinance 2025-18, which updates board composition rules. It also adopted Resolution 2025-21 to update the investment policy and approved the amended Waste Pro contract (Resolution 2025-22) that will run until September 2036. The board approved a 30‑20‑10 percent lease‑subsidy grant for Revive Salt Lounge and authorized a road closure for the Sun and Shores Art Show. An emergency $30,000 purchase for A1A repairs and a consensus to give Friday holiday pay were also approved.
- Approved Ordinance 2025-17 (vacating beach access easement) – unanimous 5-0
- Approved Ordinance 2025-18 (board composition changes) – unanimous 5-0
- Adopted Resolution 2025-21 (investment policy update) – unanimous 5-0
- Adopted Resolution 2025-22 (amended Waste Pro contract through 9/2036) – 4-0 (Mayor recused)
- Approved Revive Salt Lounge lease‑subsidy grant with 30‑20‑10% funding – unanimous 5-0
- Approved road closure for Sun and Shores Art Show – unanimous 5-0
- Authorized emergency $30,000 purchase for A1A depression repair – voice consent
- Consented to give Friday holiday pay for employees – consensus
Code Enforcement
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold hearings on code enforcement cases for three properties. Two properties are listed for advanced (post-initial) hearings: 2225 S. Atlantic Ave. (JK Daytona, LLC) and 2315 S. Atlantic Ave. (Ocean Court Holdings, LLC). One property, 3711 S. Atlantic Ave. (OC 3711, LLC), will have its initial hearing. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and future meeting scheduling.
- Advanced hearing for JK Daytona, LLC at 2225 S. Atlantic Ave. (Case #FCDEF2024-42)
- Advanced hearing for Ocean Court Holdings, LLC at 2315 S. Atlantic Ave. (Case #SCDEF2023-36)
- Initial hearing for OC 3711, LLC at 3711 S. Atlantic Ave. (Case #25-0009)
- Approval of minutes from September 18, 2025 Code Enforcement Special Magistrate meeting
The magistrate approved the September 18, 2025 minutes and issued three orders. Order #13 reduced JK Daytona, LLC's fine to $12,500 and required payment of $384.65 in administrative fees. Order #11 imposed a $250 per day fine on Ocean Court Holdings, LLC starting July 17, 2025 and required $141.83 in fees. Order #7 required OC 3711, LLC to obtain an engineer report by Nov. 20, 2025, complete repairs by Feb. 14, 2026, and pay $149.09 in fees, with a $250 daily fine for non‑compliance.
- Approved minutes of September 18, 2025
- Issued Order #13: reduced fine to $12,500 for JK Daytona, LLC; admin fees $384.65 payable in 7 days
- Issued Order #11: daily $250 fine for Ocean Court Holdings, LLC starting July 17, 2025; admin fees $141.83 payable in 30 days
- Issued Order #7: engineer report by Nov 20, 2025 and repairs by Feb 14, 2026 for OC 3711, LLC; $250 daily fine for non‑compliance; admin fee $149.09 due in 30 days
- Scheduled November/December C.E.S.M. meeting for Dec 4, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
- Scheduled January C.E.S.M. meeting for Jan 15, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
- Scheduled February C.E.S.M. meeting for Feb 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Board will discuss changing the land use and zoning designations for properties at 131 and 133 Bridgeport Road. The proposals seek to move these sites from tourist-oriented commercial designations to residential designations.
- Ordinance 2025-12: Change 131 Bridgeport Road from Tourist Oriented Commercial to Residential Low Intensity
- Ordinance 2025-14: Change 133 Bridgeport Road from Tourist Oriented Commercial to Residential Low Intensity
- Ordinance 2025-13: Rezone 131 Bridgeport Road from GC-1 to RSF-2 Urban Single-Family Residential Detached
- Ordinance 2025-15: Rezone 133 Bridgeport Road from GC-1 to RSF-2 Urban Single-Family Residential Detached
The board approved the September 8, 2025 Planning & Zoning minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It then moved to continue Ordinance 2025-12, Ordinance 2025-14, Ordinance 2025-13, and Ordinance 2025-15 to the February 9, 2026 meeting, each by a unanimous 4‑0 vote. The board also noted there will be no meeting in November or December.
- Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (4-0)
- Continued Ordinance 2025-12 to Feb 9, 2026 (4-0)
- Continued Ordinance 2025-14 to Feb 9, 2026 (4-0)
- Continued Ordinance 2025-13 to Feb 9, 2026 (4-0)
- Continued Ordinance 2025-15 to Feb 9, 2026 (4-0)
City Commission
The City Commission will discuss and vote on Ordinance 2025-11, a rezoning request for the recently annexed property at 2920 S. Peninsula Drive. The agenda also includes a land‑use map amendment for the same parcel, a beach access easement vacation, a budget amendment for unfinished FY 24‑25 projects, and a public hearing on FY 2025‑26 sewer rates.
- Ordinance 2025-11: Rezoning application for 2920 S. Peninsula Drive
- Ordinance 2025-10: Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment for 2920 S. Peninsula Drive
- Ordinance 2025-17: Vacation of Tuscany Shores Public Beach Access Easement (2901 S. Atlantic Avenue)
- Resolution 2025-18: Budget Amendment #1 for unfinished FY 24‑25 projects
- Resolution 2025-19: Public hearing on FY 2025‑26 sewer rates
The commission adopted Ordinance 2025-17 to vacate the Tuscany Shores public beach access easement. It also approved a land‑use map amendment and rezoning for 2920 S. Peninsula Drive, and adopted budget and sewer‑rate resolutions. All actions were approved by a unanimous 4‑0 vote.
- Approved City Commission Minutes of September 23, 2025 (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda items – Executive Financial Report, Community Services Report, Purchase of Approved Vehicles (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-10: Future Land Use Map amendment for 2920 S. Peninsula Drive (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-11: Rezoning of 2920 S. Peninsula Drive to RSF-2 district (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-17: Vacation of Tuscany Shores public beach access easement (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-18: Budget amendment for unfinished FY 24‑25 projects totaling $282,000 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-19: FY 2025‑26 sewer rate increase of 4.81% effective Oct 1 (4-0)
General
The City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the final property tax rate (Resolution 2025-16) and adopt the final budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 (Resolution 2025-17). The commission will also consider approving the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, continue discussion on hiring a new city manager, and vote on Axon contracts for public safety. Other items include appointments to a transportation planning committee and presentations on hurricane preparedness.
- Resolution 2025-16: Final levying of ad valorem taxes for FY 25-26
- Resolution 2025-17: Adopting the final budget for FY 25-26
- Approval of Parks and Recreation Master Plan
- Continued discussion on City Manager hiring process
- Approval for Axon contracts for Public Safety
The commission unanimously adopted the FY 25-26 ad valorem tax levy at a 4.5880 millage, a 3.03% increase over the rolled‑back rate, and approved the FY 25-26 budget totaling $97,477,400. Additional actions included approving the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, appointing Susan Zahniser to a regional transportation advisory committee, and shortening the city manager application deadline to 60 days (Nov 15).
- Approved Commissioner Conomos to join by telephone and vote (Yes=4 No=0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-16 Final Levying of Ad Valorem Taxes for FY 25-26 (Yes=5 No=0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-17 Final Budget for FY 25-26 ($97,477,400) (Yes=5 No=0)
- Approved consent agenda items (public safety report, planning & zoning re‑appointments, Axon contracts) (Yes=5 No=0)
- Approved appointment of Susan Zahniser to Volusia‑Flagler Transportation Planning Organization Citizens' Advisory Committee (Yes=5 No=0)
- Approved Parks and Recreation Master Plan (Yes=5 No=0)
- Changed City Manager application deadline to 60 days (Nov 15) (Yes=5 No=0)
- Approved excused absence of Commissioner Dembinsky at next meeting (Yes=5 No=0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold initial hearings for code violations at Pirates Cove Condominium (3501 Cardinal Blvd.) and Oceans 25 Homeowners Association (1 Oceans Circle), and will hear an appeal of a trespass warning issued to Joseph J.S. Waid at 2540 S. Atlantic Ave. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and scheduling of future dates.
- Initial hearing for Pirates Cove Condominium Association, case 25-0006, violation at 3501 Cardinal Blvd.
- Initial hearing for Oceans 25 Homeowners Association, case 25-0007, violation at 1 Oceans Circle.
- Appeal of trespass warning for Joseph J.S. Waid, case SH250800078, at 2540 S. Atlantic Ave., trespass date August 20, 2025.
The magistrate approved the July 17, 2025 minutes and issued Order #7 for two code‑enforcement cases, setting deadlines, fines and administrative fees. A compliance order was issued for concrete debris at 3501 Cardinal Blvd. with a Oct 15, 2025 deadline, and another for a wall repair at 1 Oceans Circle with a Dec 17, 2025 deadline. The magistrate denied the trespass appeal of Joseph J.S. Waid. Future Code Enforcement meetings were scheduled for October 16, 2025; December 4, 2025; and January 15, 2026.
- Approved minutes of July 17, 2025
- Issued Order #7 for concrete‑debris violation at 3501 Cardinal Blvd.; compliance by Oct 15, 2025, $250/day fine, $149.09 admin fee
- No order issued for asphalt/paving and storage violations at 3501 Cardinal Blvd.
- Issued Order #7 for wall‑repair violation at 1 Oceans Circle; compliance by Dec 17, 2025, $100/day fine, $162.89 admin fee
- Denied trespass appeal of Joseph J.S. Waid
- Scheduled October 16, 2025 CESM meeting at 9:00 a.m.
- Scheduled December 4, 2025 CESM meeting at 9:00 a.m.
- Scheduled January 15, 2026 CESM meeting at 9:00 a.m.
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Board will review the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting, hold a quasi‑judicial hearing, and consider Ordinance 2025‑01, which involves an evaluation and appraisal report for proposed comprehensive plan amendments. Additional agenda items include other business and board comments.
- Review Planning & Zoning minutes from August 11, 2025
- Quasi‑judicial hearing (topic not specified in agenda)
- Ordinance 2025‑01: Evaluation and appraisal report for comprehensive plan amendments
- Other agenda items
- Board comments
The Planning & Zoning Board approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. The board then recommended approval of Ordinance 2025-01, which updates the comprehensive plan through 2045, by a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.
- Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Ordinance 2025-01 to City Commission (5-0)
City Commission
The City Commission will discuss the tentative budget and millage rate as part of the TRIM process. The body is also considering a rezoning application for a property at 2920 S. Peninsula Drive and the appointment of an interim city manager.
- Resolution 2025-11 Tentative Millage Rate and Resolution 2025-12 Tentative FY 25-26 Budget
- Ordinance 2025-11: Rezoning application for 2920 S. Peninsula Drive
- Resolution 2025-13: Contract #H1215 to acquire 3 sewer generators via Hurricane Nicole Hazard Mitigation Grant
- Contract for Michael Fowler as Interim City Manager
- Approval to participate in Purdue Opioid and Secondary Manufacturers Settlements
The commission adopted a tentative operating millage rate of 4.5880 mills and approved the FY 2025‑26 budget, which adds $560,000 for public safety, city‑hall security, public‑works expansion, and vehicles. It also approved contracts and resolutions for a hurricane grant, an interim city manager, new account signatories, a professional‑services bid, and land‑use designations, all by unanimous vote.
- Adopted Resolution 2025-11 tentative millage rate of 4.5880 mills (3‑0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-12 FY 2025‑26 budget with $560,000 increase (3‑0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-13 Hurricane Nicole grant to buy three sewer generators (3‑0)
- Approved contract for Michael Fowler as Interim City Manager (3‑0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-15 new signatories on city accounts (3‑0)
- Approved RFQ 2025-17 recommendation of JL2 for EOC design services (3‑0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-10 future land‑use map amendment for 2920 S. Peninsula Drive (3‑0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-11 rezoning of 2920 S. Peninsula Drive to RSF‑2 district (3‑0)
General
The City Commission will discuss next steps following the City Manager's resignation and a county request regarding Senate Bill 180. The body will also consider a resolution to accept properties through HUD Community Disaster Block Grant-Disaster Recovery Programs.
- City Manager resignation and next steps
- Senate Bill 180 County Request
- Resolution 2025-14: Authorizing the City Manager to accept properties via HUD Community Disaster Block Grant-Disaster Recovery Programs
The commission accepted the resignation of City Manager Kurt Swartzlander and appointed Michael Fowler as interim City Manager. They also voted to support two Volusia County amendments to Senate Bill 180 and to adopt Resolution 2025-14 regarding HUD disaster block grant properties. All motions passed unanimously.
- Accepted resignation of City Manager Kurt Swartzlander (5-0)
- Appointed Michael Fowler as interim City Manager (5-0)
- Supported Volusia County's amendments to SB 180 and authorized Mayor Miller to sign a letter of support (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-14 authorizing agreements for HUD disaster block grant properties (5-0)
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on Ordinance 2025-11 to rezone recently annexed property at 2920 S. Peninsula Drive. They will also consider Ordinance 2025-10, a companion Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment for the same single-family residential lot.
- Ordinance 2025-10: Future Land Use Map Amendment for property at 2920 S. Peninsula Drive
- Ordinance 2025-11: Rezoning application for the same annexation property
The board approved the April 14, 2025 Planning & Zoning meeting minutes. It also recommended approval of Ordinance 2025-10, a comprehensive plan future land-use map amendment for 2920 S. Peninsula Drive. Finally, it recommended approval of Ordinance 2025-11, rezoning that property to RSF-2 (single-family residential). All three motions passed unanimously (4-0).
- Approved April 14, 2025 Planning & Zoning minutes (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Ordinance 2025-10 future land-use map amendment for 2920 S. Peninsula Drive (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Ordinance 2025-11 rezoning to RSF-2 for 2920 S. Peninsula Drive (4-0)
City Commission
The Daytona Beach Shores City Commission will consider a new business item: an economic development lease subsidy grant application submitted by Mythos Brew. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, consent agenda reports, and a discussion of an old ordinance for voluntary annexation at 2920 S. Peninsula Drive. Public comments and commissioner remarks will follow the agenda items.
- Economic Development Lease Subsidy Grant Application – Mythos Brew
- Ordinance 2025-08: Voluntary Annexation, 2920 S. Peninsula Drive
- Approval of July 1, 2025 City Commission minutes
- Consent agenda items: public safety, community services, financial report, interlocal agreement
- 20‑Year Service Award presentation to Kim Smith
The commission unanimously approved the July 1, July 28, and July 28 budget workshop minutes. It also approved the consent agenda, including the interlocal agreement with Volusia County. Ordinance 2025-08 for the voluntary annexation of 2920 S. Peninsula Drive was adopted on second reading. Finally, the Economic Development Lease Subsidy Grant Application for Mythos Brew was approved.
- Approved July 1, 2025 City Commission minutes (5-0)
- Approved July 28, 2025 City Commission Special Meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved July 28, 2025 City Commission Budget Workshop minutes (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda, including Interlocal Agreement with Volusia County (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-08 for voluntary annexation of 2920 S. Peninsula Drive (5-0)
- Approved Economic Development Lease Subsidy Grant for Mythos Brew (5-0)
General
The City Commission holds a workshop to discuss the proposed FY 25-26 budget. No votes are scheduled; the item is a discussion only.
- Discussion of the proposed 2025-2026 budget
The commission reviewed the proposed FY 2025‑26 budget, including wastewater upgrades, public works expansion, park study, vulnerability and storm‑water assessments, and EOC Phase 1 design. They considered the millage rate of 4.5880 (a 3.04% tax increase) and its impact on homeowners and condos. No additions, deletions, or alterations to the budget were made, and no vote was recorded.
General
The City Commission will consider Ordinance 2025-09 updating the Procurement Policy, Resolution 2025-09 setting City Manager procurement approval limits, and Resolution 2025-10 proposing the millage rate for FY 25-26. The meeting also includes a discussion of a City Manager contract amendment and periods for public comment.
- Ordinance 2025-09 Procurement Policy Updates
- Resolution 2025-09 City Manager Procurement Approval Limits
- Resolution 2025-10 Proposed Millage Rate for FY 25-26 (property tax rate)
- City Manager Contract Amendment
The commission adopted Ordinance 2025-09 updating the city procurement policy by unanimous vote. It approved Resolution 2025-09 setting the City Manager's procurement spending limit at $75,000, with a 4‑1 vote. The proposed FY 25‑26 millage rate of 4.588 mills, a 3.03% increase, was approved unanimously. The City Manager's contract amendment to include merit‑pay was also approved unanimously.
- Adopt Ordinance 2025-09 procurement policy update (5-0)
- Approve Resolution 2025-09 City Manager procurement limit of $75,000 (4-1)
- Approve Resolution 2025-10 proposed millage rate of 4.588 mills (5-0)
- Approve City Manager contract amendment for merit‑pay inclusion (5-0)
Code Enforcement
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will conduct initial hearings for three specific code violation cases. The body will also review minutes from the June 19, 2025 meeting.
- Initial hearing for Pirates Cove (Volusia County) Condominium Association, Inc. at 3501 Cardinal Blvd. (Case #25-0006)
- Initial hearing for 2300 S Atlantic Ave LLC at 2300 S. Atlantic Ave. (Case #25-0002)
- Initial hearing for 2300 S Atlantic Ave LLC at 2300 S. Atlantic Ave. (Case #25-0005)
The magistrate approved the June 19, 2025 Code Enforcement minutes and granted a continuance for the Pirates Cove case until August 14, 2025. PowerPoint documents were accepted as evidence in two Atlantic Avenue cases, and Orders #7 and #4 were issued with deadlines of October 15, 2025, daily fines of $250, and an administrative fee of $149.09.
- Approved minutes of the June 19, 2025 Code Enforcement meeting
- Granted continuance for Pirates Cove case (25-0006) to August 14, 2025
- Accepted PowerPoint documents as evidence in case 25-0002
- Issued Order #7 for violations b,c,d,f,g,h in case 25-0002, deadline Oct 15, 2025, $250/day fine, $149.09 admin fee
- Issued Order #4 confirming compliance of violations a & e in case 25-0002
- Accepted PowerPoint documents as evidence in case 25-0005
- Issued Order #7 for violations in case 25-0005, deadline Oct 15, 2025, $250/day fine, $149.09 admin fee
City Commission
The City Commission will hold public hearings on a comprehensive plan land use map amendment and a rezoning for the recently annexed property at 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue. They will also consider a voluntary annexation for 2920 S. Peninsula Drive and updates to procurement policies. Other items include discussion of the city manager's compensation and community center evening activities.
- Ordinance 2025-05: Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment for 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue
- Ordinance 2025-04: Rezoning application for 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue
- Ordinance 2025-08: Voluntary Annexation of 2920 S. Peninsula Drive
- Ordinance 2025-09: Procurement Policy Updates
- Discussion on City Manager's compensation
The commission allowed Commissioner Conomos to join meetings by phone as a voting member and approved the June 3, 2025 minutes. It adopted several ordinances, including a land‑use map amendment, a rezoning, a voluntary annexation, and procurement policy updates. The mayor was named the 2025 Annual Conference voting delegate and the City Manager will be treated like other employees for wage increases.
- Allowed Commissioner Conomos to join by telephone as a voting member (Yes=4 No=0)
- Approved City Commission minutes of June 3, 2025 (Yes=5 No=0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-05 Comprehensive Plan future land‑use map amendment (Yes=5 No=0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-04 rezoning of 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue (Yes=5 No=0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-08 voluntary annexation of 2920 S. Peninsula Drive (Yes=5 No=0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-09 procurement policy updates (Yes=5 No=0)
- Designated Mayor Nancy Miller as the city's 2025 Annual Conference voting delegate (Yes=5 No=0)
- Resolved to treat the City Manager like other employees for cost‑of‑living and merit wage increases (Yes=5 No=0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Code Enforcement
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold advanced (post-initial) hearings for two properties: 2120 S. Atlantic Avenue (case CDEF2020-95, owner 2120 S Atlantic Ave LLC) and 2225 S. Atlantic Avenue (case FCDEF2024-42, owner JK Daytona, LLC). The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and scheduling of future meetings.
- Advanced hearing for 2120 S. Atlantic Ave – owner 2120 S Atlantic Ave LLC, case CDEF2020-95
- Advanced hearing for 2225 S. Atlantic Ave – owner JK Daytona, LLC, case FCDEF2024-42
- Approval of May 15, 2025, meeting minutes
- Next meeting scheduled for July 17, 2025
- Future meetings also scheduled for August 14 and September 18, 2025
The magistrate approved the May 15, 2025 minutes and granted a continuance in the 2120 S Atlantic Ave case. Order #13 reduced the accrued fine by $90,750, setting the new fine at $206,250 and ordered reimbursement of $314.31 in administrative fees. Order #11 found the 2225 S Atlantic Ave property non‑compliant and imposed a $250 per day fine starting February 19, 2025, with an additional $79.93 administrative fee reimbursement. The next Code Enforcement Special Magistrate meetings were scheduled for July 17, August 14, and September 18, 2025.
- Approved Code Enforcement Special Magistrate minutes of May 15, 2025
- Granted continuance in the 2120 S Atlantic Ave case
- Reduced fine for 2120 S Atlantic Ave by $90,750; new fine $206,250 (Order #13)
- Ordered reimbursement of $314.31 administrative fees (7‑day payment) for 2120 S Atlantic Ave
- Found 2225 S Atlantic Ave non‑compliant and imposed $250 per day fine (Order #11)
- Ordered reimbursement of $79.93 administrative fees (30‑day payment) for 2225 S Atlantic Ave
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a rezoning application and a land use map amendment for a recently annexed property. The body will also review budget amendments for a fire truck replacement and sewer lift station upgrades.
- Ordinance 2025-04: Rezoning application for 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue
- Ordinance 2025-05: Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment for 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue
- Resolution 2025-06: Budget Amendment #3 for Fire Truck Replacement
- Resolution 2025-07: Budget Amendment #1 for Sewer Lift Station Upgrade Design Contract
- Economic Development Lease Subsidy Grant Application for Luna's Cocina LLC
The City Commission adopted multiple resolutions and ordinances, including a fire‑truck replacement budget amendment and a sewer lift‑station design upgrade. It approved an emergency purchase contract for a new submersible pump at Sewer Lift Station 5. The commission also approved a holiday streetlight decoration lease using a blue snowflake design.
- Approved City Commission Minutes of May 6 2025 (unanimous 5‑0)
- Approved consent agenda items: April financial report, department reports, justice grant, and tennis courts resurfacing contract (unanimous 5‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025‑07 prohibiting overnight parking on city properties (unanimous 5‑0)
- Continued Ordinance 2025‑05 future land‑use map amendment to July 1 meeting (unanimous 5‑0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑06 Budget Amendment #3 for fire‑truck replacement (unanimous 5‑0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑07 Budget Amendment #1 for sewer lift‑station upgrade design contract (unanimous 5‑0)
- Approved Emergency Purchase Contract for Sewer Lift Station 5 submersible pump ($129,000) (unanimous 5‑0)
- Approved Lease Agreement with Rileighs Outdoor for holiday streetlight decorations using blue snowflake design ($23,500 per year) (unanimous 5‑0)
Code Enforcement
The Code Enforcement Board will meet to review minutes from previous sessions and conduct advanced hearings. These hearings address specific code enforcement cases for three properties located on South Atlantic Avenue.
- Advanced hearing for 2120 S. Atlantic Avenue (Case #: CDEF2020-95)
- Advanced hearing for 3159 S. Atlantic Ave. (Case #: SCDEF2023-45)
- Advanced hearing for 3501 S. Atlantic Ave., Pirates Cove Condominium Association, Inc (Case #: SCDEF2023-47)
City Commission
The Daytona Beach Shores City Commission will review several new business items, including a public beach access dune walkover at 2901 S. Atlantic Avenue, a towing and overnight parking ordinance, and a resolution supporting the Volusia County mitigation and floodplain plan. They will also consider a comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning application for 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue. These items will be discussed alongside routine reports and consent agenda approvals.
- Public Beach Access Dune Walkover at 2901 S. Atlantic Avenue (Tuscany Shores Condominium)
- Ordinance 2025-07: Towing and prohibition of overnight parking on city properties
- Resolution 2025-05: Supporting Volusia County Local Mitigation Strategy and Floodplain Management Plan
- Ordinance 2025-05: Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment for 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue
- Ordinance 2025-04: Rezoning application for 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue (quasi‑judicial hearing)
The commission unanimously approved the staff recommendation to build a new ADA‑compliant beach access walkover at St. Kitts Park. It also passed Ordinance 2025-07 to allow towing of vehicles parked overnight on city property and adopted a resolution supporting the Volusia County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan. The commission appointed Larry Saffer to the Volusia Growth Management Commission and approved land‑use and rezoning changes for 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue. All votes were 4‑0 in favor.
- Approved ADA beach walkover at St. Kitts Park (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-07: towing and overnight parking prohibition on city property (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-05 supporting Volusia County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan (4-0)
- Appointed Larry Saffer to Volusia Growth Management Commission for four years (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-05: Comprehensive Plan future land‑use map amendment for 3836 S. Atlantic Ave (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-04: Rezoning to RSF-2 Urban Single‑Family Residential District for 3836 S. Atlantic Ave (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda items including public safety, community services, financial reports, service contracts, and mayor’s travel (4-0)
- Approved City Commission minutes for April 1, April 22 special meeting, and April 22 strategic planning workshop (4-0)
General
The City Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2025-06, which provides for an election to replace a commission member whose seat is vacant. Following that, the commission will consider an appointment to fill Seat 3. The meeting focuses solely on addressing the vacancy on the commission.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-06 (elections to replace a vacated commission seat)
- Appointment to Seat 3 of the City Commission to fill the vacancy
The commission unanimously adopted Ordinance 2025-06, which provides for an election to replace a vacated commission seat. The commission also unanimously appointed Stephan Dembinsky to the vacant Seat 3. Both motions passed with a 4‑0 vote.
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-06 (election to replace commission seat) – vote 4-0
- Appointed Stephan Dembinsky to Seat 3 – vote 4-0
General
The City Commission will hold a workshop to follow up on proposed amendments to the 2019 Strategic Visioning Plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion of this one item and standard procedural matters.
- Follow-up discussion of proposed amendments to the 2019 Strategic Visioning Plan
The commission reviewed proposed amendments to the 2019 Strategic Visioning Plan and discussed various goals and amenities. It decided not to pursue any involuntary annexations and will work proactively on voluntary annexations that meet current requirements. The City Manager will follow up on the security review for hardening City Hall’s first‑floor finance area. No vote tallies were recorded.
- Involuntary annexations not supported; commission will focus on voluntary annexations meeting requirements
- City Manager to follow up on security review for hardening City Hall’s first‑floor finance area
Code Enforcement
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold hearings on two code violation cases: an advanced (post-initial) hearing for Oceanside Inn Condominium Association at 1909 S. Atlantic Ave. and an initial hearing for Vivek K. Agrawal at 2804 S. Atlantic Ave. No fines or specific violations are listed in the agenda.
- Advanced hearing: Oceanside Inn Condominium Association, 1909 S. Atlantic Ave., case PCDEF2022-55
- Initial hearing: Vivek K. Agrawal, 2804 S. Atlantic Ave., case CDEF2024-31
The Special Magistrate issued Order #13 reducing the Oceanside Inn Condominium Association's fine by 91 days ($22,750) to a total of $77,500 and ordered reimbursement of $141.83 in administrative fees. The magistrate also allowed the respondent to appeal the decision to the Circuit Court or request a further reduction from the City Commission. In a separate case, Order #7 was issued for 2804 S. Atlantic Ave., setting a $200 per‑day fine and a compliance deadline of September 17, 2025, with an administrative fee of $149.09 due within 30 days.
- Order #13 reduced Oceanside Inn fine by $22,750 to $77,500
- Order #13 required reimbursement of $141.83 administrative fees
- Order #13 gave option to appeal to Circuit Court or request further reduction
- Order #7 imposed $200 per day fine for violations at 2804 S. Atlantic Ave.
- Order #7 set compliance deadline of September 17, 2025
- Order #7 required payment of $149.09 administrative fee within 30 days
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Board will consider a rezoning application (Ordinance 2025-04) for the recently annexed property at 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue. It will also review an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map (Ordinance 2025-05) for the same site. The meeting includes nominations and election of the Board Chair and Vice‑Chair, and a training session on Sunshine Law and related topics.
- Ordinance 2025-04: Rezoning application for 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue
- Ordinance 2025-05: Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment for 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue
- Nominations and election of Board Chair and Vice‑Chair
- Training on Sunshine Law, Public Records, Voting Conflicts, and Quasi‑Judicial Hearings
- Approval of Planning & Zoning Board minutes from January 13, 2025
The Planning & Zoning Board approved the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. It also approved Ordinance 2025-05, amending the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map for the newly annexed property at 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue, and Ordinance 2025-04, rezoning that same property to the RSF-2 Urban Single-Family Residential District. The board elected Rick DeLange as Chair and Guy Desai as Vice‑Chair, both by unanimous vote.
- Approved Planning & Zoning Minutes Jan 13, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-05 future land use map amendment for 3836 S. Atlantic Ave (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-04 rezoning of 3836 S. Atlantic Ave to RSF-2 district (5-0)
- Elected Rick DeLange as Board Chair (5-0)
- Elected Guy Desai as Vice‑Chair (5-0)
City Commission
The City Commission will consider an ordinance for an election to fill a vacated seat and a budget amendment for fiscal year 2024-25. The body will also review a voluntary annexation request and appoint members to TPO advisory committees.
- Ordinance 2025-06: Elections to Replace Commission Member for Vacated Seat
- Resolution 2025-04: Budget Amend #2 FY 24-25
- Ordinance 2025-03: Voluntary Annexation, 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue
- Agreement for Fire Rescue and Emergency Medical Services Automatic Aid in Southeast Volusia County
- Appointments to TPO Citizens' Advisory Committee and Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The commission unanimously approved the March 4 meeting minutes and the consent agenda items. It adopted Ordinance 2025-03 for voluntary annexation of 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue and Ordinance 2025-06 to allow 60 days to fill commission vacancies. A budget amendment to replace public‑safety vehicles and two advisory‑committee appointments were also approved.
- Approved City Commission Workshop Minutes (Mar 4, 2025) – 4‑0
- Approved City Commission Minutes (Mar 4, 2025) – 4‑0
- Approved consent agenda (Community Services, Public Safety reports, EMS aid agreement) – 4‑0
- Adopted Ordinance 2025‑03 (Voluntary Annexation, 3836 S. Atlantic Ave) – 4‑0
- Adopted Ordinance 2025‑06 (Extend vacancy fill period to 60 days) – 4‑0
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑04 (Budget Amendment #2 FY 24‑25 for public‑safety vehicle replacement) – 4‑0
- Appointed Karen Bullard (regular) and Vince DonVito (alternate) to TPO Citizens' Advisory Committee – 4‑0
- Appointed Kari Fields (regular) and Maggie McCalip (alternate) to TPO Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee – 4‑0
Code Enforcement
The Daytona Beach Shores Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing to address advanced and initial cases regarding property violations, including condominium associations at 1909 S. Atlantic Ave. and 2617 S. Atlantic Ave.
- Hearings for Oceanside Inn Condominium Association (Case PCDEF2022-55)
- Hearings for Holiday Shores Condominium Association (Case SCDEF2023-40)
- Review of Special Magistrate Minutes from February 20, 2025
- Next meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 17, 2025
- ADA accommodations available by contacting the City Clerk
The magistrate approved the February 20 minutes and granted a continuance for the Oceanside Inn case, adding $80.22 in administrative fees. In the Holiday Shores case, the magistrate accepted all submitted documents as evidence and issued Order #11, imposing a $250 per day fine for non‑compliance starting Jan 22 2025 and requiring payment of $85.53 in administrative fees. The next Code Enforcement Special Magistrate meetings were scheduled for April 17, May 15, and June 19, 2025.
- Approved Code Enforcement Special Magistrate minutes from Feb 20, 2025
- Granted continuance for Oceanside Inn case; imposed $80.22 administrative fees payable within 7 days
- Accepted all City‑provided documents as evidence in Holiday Shores case
- Issued Order #11: $250 per day fine for Holiday Shores Condominium Association for failure to comply, effective Jan 22 2025
- Ordered reimbursement of $85.53 administrative fees payable within 30 days
- Scheduled next Code Enforcement Special Magistrate meeting for Apr 17, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
General
The Daytona Beach Shores City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss strategic planning. No votes or ordinances are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this discussion item.
- Strategic planning discussion as the only new business item
City Commission
The City Commission will consider voluntary annexations of two properties and approve contracts for a community center generator and emergency operations center, along with standard monthly reports and agreements for minor construction projects.
- Approval of FEMA HMPG EOC grant contract for $335,846.25
- Ordinance 2025-02: Voluntary Annexation, 123 Esmeralda Avenue
- Ordinance 2025-03: Voluntary Annexation, 3836 S. Atlantic Avenue
- MOU between City and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency
- Authorization for Mayor to sign Professional Parks Master Plan Services contract
Code Enforcement
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will conduct advanced hearings for four property owners with alleged violations. The cases involve properties at 3727 Cardinal Blvd., 1909 S. Atlantic Ave., 3501 S. Atlantic Ave., and 3711 S. Atlantic Ave. The meeting will also include opening statements, minutes review, and scheduling of future meetings.
- Advanced hearing – Debra Ann Nifong – 3727 Cardinal Blvd.
- Advanced hearing – Oceanside Inn Condominium Association – 1909 S. Atlantic Ave.
- Advanced hearing – Pirates Cove Condominium Association – 3501 S. Atlantic Ave.
- Advanced hearing – OC 3711, LLC – 3711 S. Atlantic Ave.
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing to consider a conditional use permit for outdoor dining at an established miniature golf course. The commission will also consider approval of engineering contracts for sewer and resiliency upgrades, a professional parks master plan, and an ordinance to amend the comprehensive plan. Other consent items include monthly reports, a network infrastructure agreement, and purchase of portable radios.
- Conditional Use Permit CUP12024028 for outdoor dining at Mulligan's Lagoon miniature golf course
- RFQ2025-02: Engineering services for sewage collection and resiliency upgrades, negotiation with Mead & Hunt, Inc.
- RFQ for professional parks master plan services, authorization for contract negotiations
- Ordinance 2025-01: Evaluation and Appraisal Report Comprehensive Plan Amendments
- Purchase of 5 portable radios for Public Safety
Code Enforcement
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold initial hearings on four properties for alleged code violations. Cases involve properties at 2225 S. Atlantic Ave., 2315 S. Atlantic Ave., and 2323 S. Atlantic Ave. (two cases). No details on the nature of violations are provided in the agenda.
- Initial hearing for JK Daytona, LLC at 2225 S. Atlantic Ave., Case FCDEF2024-42
- Initial hearing for Ocean Court Holdings, LLC at 2315 S. Atlantic Ave., Case SCDEF2023-36
- Two initial hearings for SLF V DBS HOLDCO, LLC at 2323 S. Atlantic Ave., Cases CDEF2024-40 and PCDEF2024-41
- Approval of minutes from December 5, 2024 meeting
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Board will hold a quasi‑judicial hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP12024028, which seeks to allow outdoor dining at the Mulligan's Lagoon miniature golf course. The board will also consider Ordinance 2025‑01, an evaluation and appraisal report for comprehensive plan amendments. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Conditional Use Permit CUP12024028 – request to permit outdoor dining at Mulligan's Lagoon miniature golf course
- Ordinance 2025‑01 – evaluation and appraisal report for comprehensive plan amendments
City Commission
The Daytona Beach Shores City Commission will meet to approve minutes, renew waste removal franchises, and consider a proposed fee schedule update for building permits. The body will also discuss a contract for pedestrian beach access repairs.
- Renewal of construction debris removal franchises with Creech Enterprises and Samsula Waste
- Proposed update to the building permit fee schedule
- Agreement with Tuscany Shores Condominium Association for pedestrian beach access repairs
- Approval of contract for towing services
- Ordinance to repeal portions of Chapter 16.5