Deltona public meetings in 2025

Development Review Committee

This Development Review Committee meeting was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred. The agenda listed one old business item (Catalina Pointe Revision Final Site Plan) but it was not addressed.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance No. 36-2025, which updates procedures and regulations for certified recovery residences in compliance with Florida Statutes. The board may vote to recommend the ordinance to the City Commission. Other agenda items include approval of minutes and public forum.

• Ordinance No. 36-2025 - amendment to Sections 110-814 and Chapter 74 regarding certified recovery residences

City Commission

The City Commission will consider resolutions to authorize flood mitigation projects with the Florida Division of Emergency Management and Volusia County, approve a budget amendment for City Hall window replacements, and adopt an intent to collect non-ad valorem assessments for fire services.

• Authorize $1.17M FEMA grant for home elevation and demolition
• Authorize $919,520 for Sweet Gum Lake stormwater drawdown
• Authorize $422,787.50 for Elkcam Boulevard flood mitigation
• Award $715,350 contract for City Hall windows and doors
• Adopt intent to collect fire service assessments for FY 2026-27

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider approval of the final site plan for Osprey Estates (old business) and hold pre-application meetings for three new projects: a mobile coffee cart at 1200 Deltona Blvd, a learning pod school at 830 Courtland Blvd, and a commissary kitchen at 85/87 Courtland Blvd. Public comments are limited to agenda items.

• Osprey Estates - Final Site Plan approval (DRC decision)
• Moncafé Inc Mobile Coffee Cart pre-application at 1200 Deltona Blvd
• Little Sprouts Learning Pod School pre-application at 830 Courtland Blvd
• Commissary Kitchen pre-application at 85 and 87 Courtland Blvd

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review various property maintenance and fire code violations. The body will discuss corrective actions for residential and commercial properties and consider one request for a fine reduction.

• Request for reduction of $13,750 fine for unsanitary pool at 1088 E. Page Drive
• Fire code violations at 1644 Providence Boulevard regarding address numbering and permits
• Fire code violations at 2031 Saxon Boulevard regarding locking devices and propane storage
• Property maintenance violations for roofs at 706 Leeward Drive and 685 Spreading Oak
• Parking violation for boat/trailer/RV at 1211 Abagail Drive

The magistrate ordered a $3,600 fine for the property at 2031 Saxon Boulevard, Suite 110 for unresolved fire‑code violations B and E. The fine accrues $100 per day for each violation. Additional fines were imposed on other properties for code violations, ranging from $1,050 to $2,200, with corrective actions required.

• Imposed $3,600 fine on 2031 Saxon Blvd, Suite 110 for fire‑code violations B & E ($100/day each)
• Imposed $1,625 fine on 858 Leeward Drive for accessory‑structure violation ($25/day)
• Imposed $1,050 fine on 1838 Joyner Drive for pool and nuisance violations ($50/day total)
• Imposed $2,200 fine on 1878 Providence Blvd for fire‑code occupancy permit violation ($50/day)
• Issued compliance order and $25 per day fine for pool violation at 1556 E. Normandy Blvd
• Continued case for 1211 Abagail Drive to Jan 28 2026 (no fine yet)
• Ordered corrective actions and $50 per day fine for exterior repair at 706 Leeward Drive
• Ordered corrective actions and $50 per day fine for exterior repair at 685 Spreading Oak

William S. Harvey Deltona Scholarship Advisory Board

The William S. Harvey Deltona Scholarship Advisory Board will discuss the scholarship application process, timeline, and related procedures. The board will also hold an election for the position of Vice Chair. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are marked as discussion only or appointment only.

• Discussion of scholarship application process and timeline
• Election of Vice Chair

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning 7.93 acres at 930 Howland Boulevard from commercial (C‑1) to a mixed‑use planned unit development. It will also consider resolutions to implement the Community Land Trust program with Bright Community Trust, approve a $27,500 one‑time payment from Verizon Communications, and award a janitorial services contract to Clean Space, LLC at $37,156.20 per year for three years. Additional items include adopting the annual affordable‑housing advisory report and updating communication‑antenna regulations.

• Ordinance No. 32‑2025: Rezone 7.93 acres at 930 Howland Blvd from C‑1 to MPUD (public hearing)
• Resolution No. 2025‑93: Authorize agreement with Bright Community Trust to manage the Community Land Trust
• Resolution No. 2025‑158: Third Amendment to Verizon Communications site agreement, $27,500 one‑time payment
• Resolution No. 2025‑167: Award Janitorial Services contract to Clean Space, LLC, $37,156.20 per year for three years
• Ordinance No. 33‑2025: Update Chapter 82 “Communication Antennas and Towers” to current standards

The City Commission approved a settlement that extinguishes all claims in the Stacey Kifolo lawsuit. It also approved three ordinances, including rezoning 7.93 acres along East Howland Boulevard to a mixed‑use planned unit development. Additional actions included a final budget amendment, new appointments to the Ordinance Review Committee, and naming Maritza Avila‑Vazquez as Vice Mayor. The Commission placed a discussion on automated school‑zone speed detection systems on the next agenda.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-168 settling Stacey Kifolo lawsuit (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 32-2025 rezoning 7.93 acres along East Howland Blvd to MPUD (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 33-2025 amendment to Chapter 82 for communication antennas (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 30-2025 amendment to Chapter 74 Administration (5‑1)
• Approved Final Budget Amendment for FY 2024‑2025 (Resolution No. 2025-154) by consent (6‑0)
• Appointed Maritza Avila‑Vazquez as Vice Mayor for the next year (6‑0)
• Confirmed appointments of six members to the Ordinance Review Committee (each 6‑0)
• Placed discussion of automated school‑zone speed detection systems on next agenda (unanimous)

Special City Commission Meeting

The Deltona City Commission will convene in a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation. The meeting is scheduled to last up to one and a half hours and is closed to the public under Florida law.

• Closed executive session on pending litigation
• Discussion of Stacey Kifolo vs. City of Deltona
• Discussion of John Peters vs. City of Deltona
• Discussion of Damian Anson, et al., vs. City of Deltona
• Meeting at 2345 Providence Blvd.

The Special City Commission met in an executive session to discuss pending litigation. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 5:53 p.m.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will hold a pre-application meeting to discuss development plans for three properties, including a commercial installation facility and two multifamily apartment complexes. The committee will not grant permits or approvals during this session.

• Red Fox Run pre-application: 3 buildings proposed on 2.7 acres
• Amazon Site Plan Improvement: 65.93 acres of truck court improvements
• 2942 Cardinal Street: 20-unit multifamily building on 1.097 acres
• 2932 Cardinal Street: 16-unit multifamily building on 0.81 acres
• Meeting held virtually via Microsoft Teams

The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 30, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken; the committee discussed pre‑application details for four development projects, noting required surveys, floodplain permits, and parking requirements. No approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

• Approved October 30, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hold a joint workshop with the Planning & Zoning Board to review the 2025 Comprehensive Plan. The session is intended for elected officials, board members, and the public to discuss the plan’s content and implementation. No formal actions or votes are scheduled during this meeting.

• Joint workshop to discuss the 2025 Comprehensive Plan with the Planning & Zoning Board (no decisions scheduled)
• Standard procedural items: call to order, roll call, pledge to the flag, city manager comments, adjournment

The commission met with the Planning & Zoning Board for a workshop on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan. Senior Planner Nicholas Hill presented the framework and led six engagement activities. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Commission

The Commission will vote on reallocating $318,941.76 of CDBG‑CARES funds to purchase a transport ambulance for Fire Station 61. It will also consider Resolution No. 2025‑156 to continue the Halifax Humane Society kennel services agreement for FY 25‑26. A $350,000 remodel of City Hall’s customer service area is slated for approval. Two ordinances—No. 36‑2025 on recovery residences and No. 33‑2025 on communication antennas—will be heard at first reading.

• Reallocate $318,941.76 CDBG‑CARES funds to buy an ambulance for Fire Station 61 (Resolution No. 2025‑161)
• Approve Resolution No. 2025‑156 for the Halifax Humane Society kennel services agreement (FY 25‑26)
• Approve Resolution No. 2025‑157 for a $350,000 Customer Service remodel at City Hall
• Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 36‑2025 amending Section 110‑814 for certified recovery residences
• Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 33‑2025 amending Chapter 82 for communication antennas and towers

The commission approved several items, including reallocating remaining CDBG‑CARES funds to acquire a transport ambulance unit, approving the Halifax Humane Society agreement, and adopting the 2026 holiday calendar. They also approved the customer‑service remodel at City Hall and kept the Christmas parade on Deltona Blvd. Ordinance 33‑2025 was approved at first reading, while Ordinance 36‑2025 was tabled. The selection of the Vice Mayor was deferred to November 17, 2025.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-161 reallocating $318,000 CDBG‑CARES funds for ambulance unit (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 33-2025 (Communication Antennas and Towers) at first reading (6‑1)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 36-2025 (Zoning amendments) pending workshop (6‑1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-157 for City Hall customer‑service remodel (6‑1)
• Re‑appointed three members to William S. Harvey Deltona Scholarship Advisory Board (5‑2)
• Kept the Christmas parade route on Deltona Blvd (4‑3)
• Defered selection of Vice Mayor to November 17, 2025 (no vote recorded)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-156 with Halifax Humane Society (consent agenda, 7‑0)

Special City Commission Meeting

This special meeting of the Deltona City Commission includes one action item regarding Fire Stations A. The commission will consider this item, followed by public comments and city manager comments. The remainder of the agenda is procedural.

• Action item on Fire Stations A

The Special City Commission met on November 3, 2025. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting included a public comment segment on fire station issues and a city manager comment period. The meeting adjourned at 5:54 p.m.

Development Review Committee

The Deltona Development Review Committee will review six pre-application requests for site plans, rezones, and subdivisions. The meeting will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Tire Shop pre-application at 355 Fort Smith Blvd
• Landscape supply site plan at 241 Fort Smith Blvd
• Pine Ridge RPUD preliminary subdivision plan
• Catalina Craven PUD rezone proposal
• Hanover preliminary subdivision plan for 345+ units

The Development Review Committee met on Oct. 30, 2025 and held pre‑application meetings for five projects, including a tire shop at 355 Fort Smith Blvd and a subdivision at Pine Ridge. Staff provided feedback on code requirements, utility needs, and required studies, but no approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will hear one old business item regarding a fire code violation for failure to maintain fire-resistive construction at 2135 Howland Boulevard, and ten new business items covering property maintenance, permit, vehicle, and fence violations at various Deltona addresses. This is a quasi-judicial hearing to determine compliance and order corrective actions.

• Fire code violation at 2135 Howland Blvd (Scarpello Development LLC) for damaged fire-rated wall
• Permit required for accessory structure conversion into apartments at 679 Vicksburg St
• Roof repair orders at 1496 Providence Blvd, 1145 Giovanni St, and 1412 Ambassador Ave
• Vehicle and fence violations at 3182 Overdale St (Chase & Megan Carr)
• Plumbing and water heater permit violations at 2750 Gramercy Dr (Leonardo Digiovanni)

The Special Magistrate issued violation orders for several properties, setting correction deadlines and daily fines for non‑compliance. The most significant order required the owner of 679 Vicksburg Street to obtain permits for accessory‑structure conversion, electrical and plumbing work, with a $50 per violation ($150 total) fine each day after the January 20, 2026 deadline. Other cases were continued, withdrawn, or ordered with $25 per‑day fines.

• Continued fire code case FIRE‑023‑2025 at 2135 Howland Blvd.
• Found 1901 E. Chapel Drive in violation; correction required by 4 PM Dec 22 2025, $25 per day fine thereafter
• Found 679 Vicksburg Street violations A‑C; permit required, correction by 4 PM Jan 20 2026, $50 per violation ($150 total) per day thereafter
• Withdrawn case DEL‑25‑087 A‑B at 3182 Overdale St (brought into compliance)
• Withdrawn case DEL‑25‑091 at 1496 Providence Blvd (brought into compliance)
• Withdrawn case DEL‑25‑092 at 1178 Azora Drive (brought into compliance)
• Found 1145 Giovanni Street in violation; correction required by 4 PM Jan 9 2026, $25 per day fine thereafter
• Withdrawn case DEL‑25‑094 at 1412 Ambassador Ave (brought into compliance)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a report recommendation regarding the annual budget. The discussion focuses on allocating a percentage of funds to help acquire or develop affordable housing.

• Discussion of AHAC Report Recommendation to provide a percentage of the annual budget for affordable housing acquisition and/or development
• Approval of August 19, 2025, meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes. The City Commission approved funding in the 2025‑2026 budget for the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee to acquire and/or construct a Community Land Trust. A state‑approved revision increased the Minor Home Repair grant from $20,000 to $30,000 to cover new septic‑system requirements. The 2025 AHAC report and Bright Community Trust CLT agreement will be presented to the Commission on November 17, 2025.

• Approved August 19, 2025 AHAC minutes (unanimous)
• Approved funding in the 2025‑2026 budget for Community Land Trust acquisition/construction (approved)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on first reading to rezone 7.93 acres at 930 Howland Boulevard from Commercial (C-1) to Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development (MPUD) for a self-storage facility and future commercial. A public hearing on second reading will consider reducing the minimum parcel size for Planned Unit Developments from 5 acres back to 1 acre. The consent agenda includes adopting the Master Fee Schedule for FY 2025-2026 and joining the American Flood Coalition at no cost.

• Quasi-judicial hearing on Ordinance 32-2025: rezone 7.93 acres at 930 Howland Boulevard from C-1 to MPUD (first reading)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 34-2025: reduce PUD minimum parcel size from 5 acres to 1 acre (second reading)
• Resolution 2025-140: adopt Master Fee Schedule for FY 2025-2026
• Resolution 2025-152: join American Flood Coalition at no cost
• Alternate appointment to Planning and Zoning Board

The commission voted 4‑3 to withdraw Deltona from the pending lawsuit against the State of Florida. It also approved rezoning 7.93 acres along East Howland Boulevard to mixed‑use (5‑2) and amended the Planned Unit Development parcel‑size rules (4‑3). Additional actions included appointing a Planning and Zoning Board alternate, adopting a new travel policy and a speaking‑time limit, and joining the American Flood Coalition.

• Withdraw from lawsuit against State of Florida (4‑3)
• Approve Ordinance No. 32‑2025 to rezone 7.93 acres to MPUD (5‑2)
• Approve Ordinance No. 34‑2025 to amend PUD parcel size and use table (4‑3)
• Appoint Christian O'Brien as alternate Planning and Zoning Board member (7‑0)
• Adopt new speaking‑time limit of three minutes per commissioner (4‑3)
• Approve Resolution No. 2025‑151 Travel Policy (4‑3)
• Approve Resolution No. 2025‑152 to join American Flood Coalition (consent agenda)
• Approve Resolution No. 2025‑140 Master Fee Schedule for FY 2025‑2026 (consent agenda)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 36-2025, which amends the Land Development Code to update regulations and procedures for Certified Recovery Residences in compliance with Florida Statutes. The board is considering a recommendation to the City Commission on the ordinance. Other agenda items are procedural (call to order, minutes, staff comments).

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 36-2025, amending Section 110-814 and Chapter 74 of the Land Development Code regarding Certified Recovery Residences

The Planning and Zoning Board approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. The Board voted to recommend that the City Commission approve Ordinance No. 36-2025, which updates regulations for Certified Recovery Residences. The recommendation passed with a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Commission approve Ordinance No. 36-2025 (7-0)

City Commission Workshop

The Deltona City Commission will consider extending 5‑ft sidewalks and installing new streetlights across all six districts, including cost estimates and potential storm‑water permit requirements. Staff also presented a lake‑spraying program with an estimated $50,000 initial treatment per lake and $3,000 monthly maintenance. Additionally, the Commission will review a proposed non‑ad valorem assessment for Twin Lakes subdivision to fund $582,505 in roadway and storm‑water repairs with various repayment options.

• Evaluation of citywide 5‑ft sidewalk extensions at $7.81 per square foot, possibly requiring an SJRWMD permit
• Streetlight plan with 100‑ft spacing, $10 per month charge, and an estimated $2,000 up‑front construction cost per pole
• Lake spraying program estimating $50,000 initial treatment per lake and $3,000 monthly maintenance thereafter
• Twin Lakes subdivision repair estimate of approximately $582,505 for roadways and storm‑water infrastructure
• Proposed non‑ad valorem assessment repayment options: 10‑year total $4,795.97 ($479.60 annually) or 5‑year total $4,327.99 ($865.60 annually)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider a final plat for the Halifax Crossings project. The committee will also review pre-applications for a tutoring center and the reinstatement of a plat for Eloah Estates.

• Final Plat approval for Halifax Crossings (SD22-0017), a 109.71-acre project located along Halifax Crossings Boulevard
• Pre-application for a tutoring center at 1330 Howland Blvd (SP25-0014) involving internal building alterations
• Pre-application for the reinstatement of the original plat for Eloah Estates (PAR25-0013), a 48.61-acre site along Eloah Estates Road

The Development Review Committee reviewed the final plat for Halifax Crossings (SD22-0017). A motion was made and seconded to approve the final plat with two conditions: it must be recorded with the Mylar and the applicant must pay legal fees. The minutes do not record the vote outcome. The committee also tabled the tutoring‑center pre‑application at 1330 Howland Blvd and told Eloah Estates that a new plat application is required.

• Motion to approve Halifax Crossings Final Plat with conditions (recording with Mylar; applicant pays legal fees) was made (outcome not recorded)
• 1330 Howland Blvd tutoring center pre‑application was tabled
• Eloah Estates reinstatement of plat: applicant required to submit a new plat application

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a tentative Collective Bargaining Agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2913 and approve a $195,930 contract for stormwater improvements at the Lake Windsor Pump Station.

• Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreement with International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2913
• Approval of $195,930 contract with Pegasus Engineering for Lake Windsor Pump Station project
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 28-2025 regarding lobbyist registration fees
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 34-2025 to reduce minimum parcel size for Planned Unit Developments
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 30-2025 amending Chapter 74 Administration

The Commission approved Resolution No. 2025‑150, the collective bargaining agreement for the City of Deltona firefighters covering October 1 2025 through September 30 2026, with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The consent agenda items—including a Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation, the Team Volusia economic‑development agreement, and a $195,930 stormwater engineering contract—were also approved unanimously. Ordinance No. 30‑2025 (Amendment to Chapter 74) passed on first reading 5‑1, Ordinance No. 28‑2025 (Lobbyist registration) was referred to a workshop 5‑1, and Vice Mayor was appointed as the city’s representative to the River To Sea Transportation Planning Organization with Commissioner Nabicht as alternate (6‑0).

• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑150 (firefighters CBA) – vote 6‑0
• Approved Consent Agenda items 8‑A through 8‑F (including Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation) – vote 6‑0
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑148 (Team Volusia Economic Development Cooperative Agreement) – by consent
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑149 (Pegasus Engineering stormwater services contract $195,930) – by consent
• Approved Ordinance No. 30‑2025 (Amendment to Chapter 74) at first reading – vote 5‑1
• Referred Ordinance No. 28‑2025 (Lobbyist registration) to workshop – vote 5‑1
• Appointed Vice Mayor as City representative to River To Sea Transportation Planning Organization, Commissioner Nabicht as alternate – vote 6‑0
• Approved October recognitions – by consent

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will approve the minutes from its September 11, 2025 meeting and then consider an old‑business request to vacate a drainage and utility easement on the rear of 1354 Blythe Avenue. The property is 0.28 acres, currently zoned R1 (single‑family residential), and the applicant seeks to change the land use to residential low density. A public forum will be available for comments limited to agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2025
• Vacation of easement request for 1354 Blythe Avenue (0.28 acres, R1 zoning)
• Public forum for limited two‑minute comments on agenda items

The Development Review Committee voted to deny the vacation of easement application VE25-0002 for the property at 1354 Blythe Avenue. The motion was made by Jordan Smith, seconded by John Cox, and carried unanimously. No new business was considered.

• Denied vacation of easement for 1354 Blythe Avenue (unanimous)

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review corrective actions for several property violations. The agenda includes required repairs to exterior walls, soffits, and roofs, as well as permit requirements for accessory structures, sheds, pergolas, and fire‑code compliance. The magistrate will also address tree trimming and electrical panel work needed for fire safety. Each item follows specific ordinance sections cited in the agenda.

• Repair exterior walls, fascia, and soffits at 960 Shorecrest Avenue (DEL-25-037)
• Obtain a permit for an accessory shed at 916 Shorecrest Avenue (DEL-25-054)
• Repair or replace soffits at 3259 Shingler Terrace (DEL-25-066)
• Trim trees and obtain permits for fire‑code compliance at 1698 Diane Terrace (FIRE-015-2025)
• Obtain permits for accessory‑structure conversion, electrical and plumbing work at 679 Vicksburg Street (DEL-25-086)

The Special Magistrate approved the August 27, 2025 minutes and withdrew three cases as in compliance. Fines were levied on three property owners for failure to correct code violations, totaling $6,650. Additional orders required permits for accessory structures and other corrective actions.

• Approved August 27, 2025 Special Magistrate minutes (Kristin Eick)
• Withdrawn FIRE-027-2025 case (271 Fort Smith Blvd) as In Compliance
• Withdrawn FIRE-037-2025 case (1200 Deltona Blvd) as In Compliance
• Declared DEL-25-037 (960 Shorecrest Ave) in compliance and withdrawn
• Imposed $4,350 fine on Shamra Taylor for DEL-25-054 violations (29 days at $150/day)
• Imposed $850 fine on Vivian Jimenez for DEL-25-066 violation (34 days at $25/day)
• Imposed $1,450 fine on Harmony Clinic for FIRE-015-2025 violation D (29 days at $50/day)
• Ordered permit acquisition for accessory structures at 916 Shorecrest Ave and conversion at 679 Vicksburg St

Special City Commission Meeting

The Deltona City Commission will vote on Resolution No. 2025‑133 to adopt a final operating millage of 6.7000 mills, a 2.30% increase that would generate $36,099,719 for FY 2025‑2026. It will also consider Resolution No. 2025‑134 to adopt the final city budget for FY 2025‑2026 totaling $245,141,105 across all funds. In addition, staff will seek guidance on the timing, scope, and consultant coordination for the Ordinance Review Committee, which has a $75,000 budget for FY 2025‑2026.

• Resolution 2025‑133: Adopt final millage rate of 6.7000 mills per $1,000, projected to provide $36,099,719 in revenue.
• Resolution 2025‑134: Adopt final FY 2025‑2026 budget of $245,141,105 covering General Fund, Special Revenue, Debt Service, CIP, Enterprise, and Internal Service Funds.
• Ordinance Review Committee guidance request: timing, scope, and consultant collaboration, with FY 2025‑2026 budget allocation of $75,000.
• Public comments limited to two minutes per speaker.

The commission approved the final FY 2025‑26 millage rate of 6.7 mills and adopted the final city budget for FY 2025‑26. It also voted to revert the Purchasing Policy to the March 2025 version and to raise the manager's unbudgeted spending limit to $75,000. All motions were carried with recorded vote totals.

• Approved FY 2025‑26 final millage (6.7 mills) – vote 5‑2
• Approved FY 2025‑26 final budget – vote 5‑2
• Reverted Purchasing Policy to March 2025 version – vote 3‑3 (carried)
• Raised manager's unbudgeted purchase limit to $75,000 – vote 4‑2

Special City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will rank and appoint an individual to fill the remainder of the District 6 term expiring November 2026, following Commissioner Lulli's resignation. The appointee will be sworn in immediately. Applicants include Kimberly Eddins, Christopher Nabicht, Christian O'Brien, Julio David Sosa, and Jodylee Storozuk.

• Appointment to fill District 6 Commission seat vacated by Commissioner Lulli
• Five applicants: Eddins, Nabicht, O'Brien, Sosa, Storozuk
• Swearing-in of appointed commissioner immediately after selection
• Public comments allowed (2 minutes per speaker)

The commission voted 6‑0 to reject a late applicant for the District 6 seat. Later, a 5‑1 vote approved the scoring sheets and appointed Christopher Nabicht to the position. The City Clerk then swore in Nabicht as the District 6 commissioner. The meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.

• Rejected late applicant for District 6 seat (vote 6‑0)
• Approved scoring sheets and appointed Christopher Nabicht to District 6 (vote 5‑1)
• Swore in Christopher Nabicht as District 6 commissioner

Planning and Zoning Board

The board will hold public hearings on three items. They are considering a major variance to reduce required street frontage for a quick service oil change facility at 3150 Howland Boulevard. They will also consider two ordinance amendments: one updating communication antenna regulations, and another updating administration procedures including urban infill lot regulations and public noticing requirements.

• Resolution 2025-116: major variance to reduce street frontage from 150 ft to 100 ft for oil change facility at 3150 Howland Boulevard
• Ordinance 33-2025: amending Chapter 82 (Communication Antennas and Towers) to align with zoning updates
• Ordinance 30-2025: amending Chapter 74 (Administration) to add urban infill lot regulations and update public noticing requirements

The Planning and Zoning Board approved Resolution No. 2025-116, granting a major variance that reduces the required street frontage from 150 feet to 100 feet for the quick‑service oil‑change facility at 3150 Howland Boulevard, with a 5‑2 vote. The board also voted to recommend that the City Commission approve Ordinance No. 33-2025 amending Chapter 82 on communication antennas and towers and adding information from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the American Bird Conservancy, with a 7‑0 vote. Additionally, the board recommended the City Commission approve Ordinance No. 30-2025 amending Chapter 74 “Administration” to update review procedures, add urban infill lot regulations, and expand public‑notice distance, also by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-116 granting major variance to reduce street frontage to 100 ft for 3150 Howland Blvd. (5‑2)
• Recommended City Commission approve Ordinance No. 33-2025 amending Chapter 82 (communications antennas) with fish‑and‑wildlife information (7‑0)
• Recommended City Commission approve Ordinance No. 30-2025 amending Chapter 74 (administration) to update procedures, add urban infill lot rules, and expand public‑notice distance (7‑0)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2025 (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The September 16, 2025, meeting of the Deltona Affordable Housing Advisory Committee was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No business was conducted. The agenda included a discussion on recommending a percentage of the annual budget for affordable housing acquisition or development.

• Cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Proposed discussion: annual budget percentage for affordable housing acquisition/development

City Commission

The City Commission will decide whether to approve a seven-year extension of the solid waste collection contract with Waste Pro, with a residential rate of $15.94 per month ($260 annually) after negotiations. They will also consider reaffirming assessment rates for stormwater ($190/ERU), streetlighting, Lake McGarity ($30/parcel), and nuisance abatement. A public hearing on the second reading of an ordinance updating traffic and parking regulations (Chapter 66) is scheduled. The agenda includes recognition of retiring Fire Chief Bill Snyder and other presentations.

• Resolution 2025-123: seven-year solid waste contract extension with Waste Pro at $15.94/month per residential unit (up $0.08 from prior tabled amount).
• Resolution 2025-136: sets solid waste annual assessment at $260 per residential unit for FY2025-26.
• Resolution 2025-135: reaffirms stormwater assessment at $190/ERU (planned increases to $250 by FY2028-29), plus streetlighting, Lake McGarity ($30), and nuisance abatement rates.
• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-2025 (second reading): updates Chapter 66 (traffic and vehicles) including RV storage limits, commercial vehicle rules, and towing procedures.
• Recognition of Fire Chief Bill Snyder retirement after 36 years of service.

The commission approved Resolution 2025-123, awarding a seven‑year solid waste collection contract to Waste Pro (5‑1). It also adopted the solid‑waste assessment rate for FY 2025‑26 and reaffirmed assessment rates for stormwater, streetlighting, Lake McGarity and nuisance abatement (both 6‑0). Additionally, Ordinance 23‑2025 updating parking and vehicle regulations was passed (4‑2) and Larry French was appointed to the Planning and Zoning Board (6‑0).

• Approved Resolution 2025-123 for Waste Pro solid waste contract (5-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-136 establishing solid waste assessment rate (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-135 reaffirming stormwater, streetlighting, lake and nuisance rates (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-2025 updating parking and vehicle rules (4-2)
• Approved Consent Agenda Item A: purchase Lexipol service agreement (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Item B: suspend animal licensing fees (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Item C: September recognitions (6-0)
• Appointed Larry French to Planning and Zoning Board (6-0)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will vote on final site plans for a Wendy's restaurant with a drive-thru at Howland Marketplace and a 70-foot Verizon wireless tower on church property. A pre-application discussion is scheduled for overhead electric service at a single-family home on Ferendina Drive. The meeting is hybrid via Microsoft Teams.

• Final site plan for Wendy's restaurant (2,373 sq ft, drive-thru) at 0.84 acres west of Forest Edge Drive and Howland Boulevard
• Final site plan for 70-foot Verizon wireless communications tower on 2.76 acres at Life Fellowship Church of the Nazarene, 1420 Courtland Boulevard
• Pre-application for overhead service for a single-family home at 1316 Ferendina Drive on a 0.33-acre lot
• Approval of DRC minutes from August 28, 2025

The Development Review Committee approved the final site plan for a 2,373‑sq‑ft Wendy’s restaurant at 3270 Howland Boulevard, subject to conditions in the development order. The committee also approved the final site plan for a 70‑foot Verizon communications tower at 1420 Courtland Boulevard, with the motion carried unanimously. Additionally, the committee approved the use of overhead utility service for the single‑family home at 1316 Ferendina Dr.

• Approved Wendy's Final Site Plan at 3270 Howland Boulevard (conditions applied)
• Approved Verizon Communications Tower Final Site Plan at 1420 Courtland Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved overhead utility service for 1316 Ferendina Dr (per Land Development Code section 96-24(4))

City Commission

The Deltona City Commission will vote on Resolution No. 2025‑121 to adopt a tentative millage rate of 6.7500 mills, a 3.06% increase that would generate a tentative operating budget of $36,369,120. It will also consider Resolution No. 2025‑122 to adopt the tentative overall budget of $245,683,379 covering General Fund, Special Revenue, Debt Service, Capital Improvement and other internal funds. Additional items include several purchase‑order approvals for city services and capital projects.

• Adopt tentative millage of 6.7500 mills (Resolution 2025‑121) providing $36,369,120 budget
• Adopt tentative budget of $245,683,379 (Resolution 2025‑122) for FY 2025‑2026
• Increase Trane Mechanical services purchase order by $20,000
• Approve lightning‑protection contract for Saxon Water Plant at $59,708.00
• Approve City Hall UPS replacement purchase order for $29,972.33

The Commission deferred Item 9‑A to October 20, 2025. It approved a tentative millage rate of 6.70 mills per $1,000 valuation. It adopted the FY 2025‑26 tentative budget of $245,407,034. It kept the current form for selecting the next District 6 commissioner.

• Deferred Item 9‑A to Oct 20, 2025 (motion carried)
• Adopted tentative millage rate of 6.70 mills per $1,000 (4‑2)
• Adopted FY 2025‑26 tentative budget of $245,407,034 (4‑2)
• Kept existing selection form for District 6 commissioner (4‑2)
• Failed amendment to adopt 6.75‑mill rate (3‑3)
• Failed motion to adopt rollback rate of 6.5494 mills (2‑4)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider adopting a tentative millage rate of $6.7500 per $1,000 (3.06% increase) and a tentative FY 2025-2026 budget of $245,683,379. The commission also must fill a vacancy following Commissioner Lulli's resignation. The consent agenda includes multiple purchase orders and contracts for fire equipment, infrastructure repairs, and studies.

• Adoption of tentative millage rate (Resolution 2025-121) with 3.06% increase to $6.7500 per $1,000
• Adoption of tentative budget of $245,683,379 (Resolution 2025-122)
• Resignation of Commissioner Lulli; process to appoint replacement within 30 days
• Purchase of PFAS-free firefighting gear for $372,440.93 (Resolution 2025-118)
• Lightning protection contract at Saxon Water Plant for $59,708 (Resolution 2025-114)

The City Clerk announced no quorum was present. Mayor Avila recessed the meeting and set the next meeting for Monday, September 8 at 5:30 p.m. No votes or approvals were recorded.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a pre-application for a subdivision at 207 Howland Boulevard. The applicant proposes 8 single-family homes on 2.38 acres zoned R1. The committee will also approve minutes and hear public comments.

• Pre-application for 8-lot subdivision at 207 Howland Boulevard (2.38 acres, R1 zoning)
• Applicant Tomislav Grgic proposing 8 single-family homes
• Property located north of Public Works headquarters, south of Tabb Drive
• Meeting held virtually via Microsoft Teams and in person at 2345 Providence Blvd.
• Public comments limited to 2 minutes per person on agenda items

The committee unanimously approved the August 14, 2025 Development Review Committee minutes. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

• Approved August 14, 2025 DRC minutes (unanimous)

Special Magistrate

The Deltona Special Magistrate will take the oath, approve the agenda and minutes, and receive disclosures. The meeting will then review old‑business items consisting of numerous code‑violation notices for specific properties. Each notice lists the ordinance cited and the required corrective action for the property owner.

• DEL-25-049 – 1197 Acorn Court: repair or remove detached garage, shed, fence, and address waste, weeds, and over‑grown grass.
• DEL-25-061 – 2515 Howland Boulevard: repair or remove fence on accessory structure.
• FIRE-014-2025 – 1380 Howland Boulevard: obtain permits for new cooking equipment and interior walls.
• DEL-25-077 – 597 Ft. Smith Boulevard: remove all construction materials and equipment from vacant lot.
• DEL-25-083 – 667 Killian Circle: obtain a permit for a deck and ensure compliance with building codes.

The Special Magistrate approved fines for several property-code violations, including a $3,000 fine on 1197 Acorn Court for violations A, B, C and E. Additional fines were imposed on 2515 Howland Boulevard ($850), 1713 Concert Road ($2,400), 597 Ft. Smith Boulevard ($1,100), 1380 Howland Boulevard ($1,850) and 1382 Howland Boulevard ($1,700). Two cases—1200 Deltona Boulevard and 725 W. 9th Street—were withdrawn after the owners came into compliance.

• Imposed $3,000 fine on 1197 Acorn Court (violations A, B, C, E) – owner not present
• Imposed $850 fine on 2515 Howland Boulevard (accessory structure violation) – owner not present
• Imposed $2,400 fine on 1713 Concert Road (improper boat/trailer storage) – owner testified
• Imposed $1,100 fine on 597 Ft. Smith Boulevard (prohibited outdoor storage) – owner not present
• Imposed $1,850 fine on 1380 Howland Boulevard (fire code violations) – representatives testified
• Imposed $1,700 fine on 1382 Howland Boulevard (fire protection system deficiencies) – owner not present
• Withdrawn case for 1200 Deltona Boulevard after compliance was achieved
• Withdrawn case for 725 W. 9th Street after compliance was achieved

Southwest Deltona Community Redevelopment Agency

The Southwest Deltona Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a public hearing to adopt its annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. The board is expected to vote on Resolution No. 2025-105, which authorizes budget transfers and allows the City Manager to sign related documents. This is the primary action item on the agenda; the remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items and board comments.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 2025-105 adopting the CRA Annual Budget for FY 2025/2026

The Southwest Deltona Community Redevelopment Agency held a public hearing and approved Resolution No. 2025-105, adopting its annual budget for fiscal year 2025/2026. The motion was made by M. Avila‑Vazquez, seconded by E. Santiago, and passed with six votes in favor and none against. No other actions were taken.

• Approved CRA FY 2025/26 budget (Resolution 2025-105) – 6‑0 vote

City Commission Workshop

The Deltona City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget, including revenue estimates, operational expenditures, capital improvement projects (CIP), capital outlay, and special assessments. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session. Public comments are limited to agenda items.

• Overview of FY 2025-2026 Proposed Budget
• Review of key budget drivers and revenue estimates
• Discussion of operational fund budgets including expenditures
• Review of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and capital outlay
• Discussion of special assessments

The commission met to discuss the FY 2025‑26 proposed budget, millage rates, the DOGE audit, and possible changes to the procurement policy. Speakers presented data and raised questions, but no motions were adopted, no votes were recorded, and no actions were approved. The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 32-2025 to amend the official zoning map, rezoning approximately 7.93 acres at 930 Howland Boulevard from Retail Commercial (C-1) to Mixed-Use Planned Development (MPUD). The board will also consider Ordinance No. 34-2025, which would reduce the minimum parcel size for Planned Unit Developments and update the permitted‑use table. Standard agenda items such as approval of minutes from July 16, 2025, and staff reports will be addressed. Public comments are limited to agenda items and a maximum of two minutes per speaker.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 32-2025 to rezone ~7.93 acres at 930 Howland Blvd from C-1 Retail Commercial to Mixed-Use Planned Development (MPUD)
• Consideration of Ordinance No. 34-2025 to amend Section 110-319, reducing minimum parcel size for Planned Unit Developments and updating the permitted‑use table
• Review of staff reports and exhibits for both ordinances
• Opportunity for public comments limited to agenda items (max two minutes per speaker)
• Approval of minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board voted to recommend the City Commission approve Ordinance No. 34-2025, which reduces the minimum parcel size for Planned Unit Developments from five acres to one acre and updates the permitted‑use table. The board also voted to recommend the City Commission deny Ordinance No. 32-2025, which sought to rezone 7.93 acres at 930 Howland Boulevard from Retail Commercial (C‑1) to Mixed‑Use Planned Development (MPUD). The PUD amendment recommendation passed with a 7‑0 vote, and the rezoning denial recommendation passed with a 4‑3 vote.

• Recommend City Commission approve Ordinance 34-2025 (PUD parcel size reduction) – vote 7‑0
• Recommend City Commission deny Ordinance 32-2025 (rezoning 930 Howland Blvd) – vote 4‑3
• Approve amended minutes of July 16, 2025 – motion carried (vote not specified)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will discuss two new business items: a potential agreement regarding the Community Land Trust (CLT) and the approved SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan for 2025-2028. They will also approve minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting and hear public comments on agenda items.

• Discussion of Community Land Trust agreement next steps
• Report on approved SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan 2025-2028
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2025
• Public forum for comments on agenda items

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions were decided; the committee received informational updates on a draft Community Land Trust agreement and the City‑approved Local Housing Assistance Plan. The meeting adjourned at 5:22 p.m.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The Deltona City Commission will consider several resolutions, including extending the interlocal agreement with Volusia County for mosquito control and road services, approving a $225,400 amendment to the stormwater ditch and canal mowing contract with Sea Level Development LLC, and authorizing $35,000 grant‑management tasks for elevation projects on Catalina Boulevard and Elkcam Boulevard under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Additional items include a renewal of the city’s 1 GB internet circuit with Crown Castle at $918 per month, a $40,000 change order for sludge hauling by Shelley’s Septic Tanks, and an $80,000 purchase for sodium hypochlorite at the Fisher Wastewater Treatment Plant. A public hearing will be held on Ordinance No. 23‑2025 to amend traffic and vehicle regulations.

• Resolution No. 2025‑95: amendment to Sea Level Development LLC stormwater mowing contract – $225,400
• Resolution No. 2025‑100: task authorization for Catalina Boulevard elevation – $35,000
• Resolution No. 2025‑101: task authorization for Elkcam Boulevard elevation – $35,000
• Resolution No. 2025‑103: contract renewal with Crown Castle for 1 GB internet – $918/month (annual savings $2,400)
• Resolution No. 2025‑107: change order for Shelley’s Septic Tanks sludge hauling – $40,000

The City Commission voted 4‑3 to authorize joining a statewide lawsuit contesting Senate Bill 180. Several resolutions were approved by unanimous vote, including waste‑water contracts and a $35,000 grant for road elevation. Ordinance No. 23‑2025 updating traffic and parking rules was adopted at first reading with a 6‑1 vote. All consent‑agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved participation in SB 180 lawsuit (Resolution 2025-117) – vote 4‑3
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-2025 (traffic and parking updates) at first reading – vote 6‑1
• Approved Resolution 2025-107 for $40,000 sludge hauling contract – vote 7‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025-112 for $80,000 sodium hypochlorite contract – vote 7‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025-108 for $10,930.69 wastewater plant work – vote 7‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025-109 for $50,000 chemicals contract – vote 7‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025-115 for solid waste monitoring services – vote 7‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025-106 to foreclose on municipal code lien – vote 7‑0

Special City Commission Meeting

The Special City Commission will meet in an executive (attorney‑client) session that is closed to the public. The session will focus on the City of Deltona's pending litigation against Purdue Pharma, L.P., et al. City officials attending include the Mayor, City Manager, Finance Director, and city attorneys. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss City of Deltona v. Purdue Pharma, L.P., et al.
• Attendance by Mayor Avila, City Manager Doc Dougherty, Finance Director John McKinney, City Attorneys Gemma Torcivia, Zack Good, and Attorney Eric Romano

The Special City Commission met in an executive session to discuss the pending lawsuit City of Deltona v. Purdue Pharma. The session was closed to the public, then reopened, and adjourned at 5:34 p.m. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider several pre‑application proposals, including a 5.19‑acre storage facility, a restaurant/bakery, a grocery store expansion, a subdivision, and a mixed‑use commercial space. Each item will be discussed for compliance with zoning and land‑use plans. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the committee will provide feedback and next steps.

• 273 Enterprise Rd – Bright Side Storage, 5.19 acres, industrial zoning, pre‑application (PAR25‑0007)
• 271 Fort Smith Blvd – El Coqui Bakery, 15,000 SF restaurant, pre‑application (PAR25‑0008)
• 2100 Saxon Blvd – Publix Redevelopment Expansion, 10.28 acres, grocery store, final site plan (PAR25‑0009)
• 210 Little Palm Court – Horseshoe Estates subdivision, 41.83 acres, equestrian community, pre‑application (PAR25‑0010)
• 2819 Elkcam Blvd – Elkcam Park, 1.03 acres, restaurant/commercial space, pre‑application (PAR25‑0011)

The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from July 10, 2025 by unanimous vote. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting. The remaining agenda items were pre‑application presentations and discussions only.

• Approved July 10, 2025 DRC minutes (unanimous)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed Ordinance No. 28-2025, which would establish lobbyist registration, disclosure, and fee requirements. Commissioners will also review and consider changes to their operating guidelines and meeting rules. No formal votes are expected; the workshop is for discussion and direction to staff.

• Discussion of Ordinance No. 28-2025: Lobbyist Registration, Lobbying Disclosures, and Payment of Fees
• Review of City Commission Operating Guidelines & Meeting Rules and Procedures
• Public comments limited to agenda items, two minutes per speaker

The Commission approved a rule limiting public comments to three minutes for all meeting types. They agreed that lobbyists will maintain contact logs with Commissioners Lulli, Colwell, and Howington. Because the Commission was split on the $525 registration fee, the City Attorney will bring back options for further consideration.

• Approved 3‑minute public comment limit for all meeting types
• Agreed lobbyists will maintain contact logs with Commissioners Lulli, Colwell, and Howington
• City Attorney to bring back options for $525 registration fee after split vote

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on second reading of Ordinance No. 24-2025, which would create new architectural and building design standards for non-residential development, including four approved architectural styles. Other items include approving a $109,000 fire equipment purchase, a $55,000 SHIP homebuyer assistance for 728 Vicksburg Street, and amendments to stormwater management regulations.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 24-2025 to create Chapter 111, 'Architectural and Building Design Standards,' for non-residential development
• Request to approve up to $109,000 for fire equipment from Bennett Fire Products via piggyback contract
• Request to approve $55,000 in SHIP funds for purchase assistance at 728 Vicksburg Street
• Request to approve up to $40,000 for ryegrass seed for winter turf transition
• Request to allocate $30,000 from General Fund for stormwater management code amendments

The City Commission unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 24-2025 updating architectural and building design standards. It also approved a $55,000 SHIP-funded purchase assistance for a property at 728 Vicksburg Street (6‑1) and a $30,000 expenditure for storm‑water code amendments (7‑0). A fire‑equipment purchase from Bennett Fire Products was approved (7‑0). The commission denied a request to reduce a fine (4‑3).

• Approved Ordinance No. 24-2025 architectural design standards (7-0)
• Approved $55,000 SHIP purchase assistance for 728 Vicksburg St (6-1)
• Authorized $30,000 for stormwater code amendment engineering work (7-0)
• Approved purchase of fire equipment from Bennett Fire Products (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items A‑C, including July 21 minutes and budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved fee waiver request for Volusia County Stand Down 2026 event (7-0)
• Approved Terri Ellis presentation on domestic violence for Aug 18 agenda (7-0)
• Denied fine‑reduction request (4-3)

Special City Commission Meeting

The Deltona City Commission is meeting in a closed executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations with the International Association of Fire Fighters. The session is closed to the public under Florida law for attorney-client privilege. No public votes or decisions will occur at this meeting.

• Executive session to discuss fire fighter union contract negotiations

The commission met in an executive session to discuss the International Association of Fire Fighters collective bargaining. No votes or formal actions were recorded; the session was closed to the public and later reopened. The meeting adjourned at 5:49 p.m.

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will discuss proposed changes to the Trap Neuter Release (TNR) program, including new guidelines and a contract for a third-party organization to oversee TNR activities. Bids must follow RFP guidelines. The Commission will also review the current Commission Travel Policy. No final decisions are expected as this is a workshop discussion.

• Discussion on updating TNR program guidelines and rules
• Proposal to contract a third-party organization to facilitate all TNR activities
• Creating preferred guidelines for third-party contract agreement
• Review of current Commission Travel Policy

The commission held a workshop to receive an update on the Trap‑Neuter‑Release (TNR) program and to review the city travel policy. Staff presented information and suggested changes, including lowering the per‑commissioner travel budget to $4,000 and removing pre‑approval requirements for out‑of‑state trips within that budget. No vote or formal approval was recorded for any of the proposals.

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review and order corrective actions for numerous property violations. Owners are instructed to repair fences, roofs, windows, and other structures, and to obtain required building permits for fences, sheds, garage conversions, and additions. The agenda lists each case with property address, violation citation, and assigned officer.

• Repair or remove fence at 2435 Academy Avenue (DEL-25-027)
• Repair or replace roof, gutters, and drainage at 572 Leland Drive (DEL-25-034)
• Obtain permit for fence at 1697 Sumatra Avenue (DEL-25-055)
• Obtain building permit for garage conversion at 1611 Giffen Avenue (DEL-25-058)
• Repair or replace windows and doors at 1250 Fieldstone Avenue (DEL-25-029)

The Special Magistrate imposed monetary penalties on several property owners for code violations, ranging from $750 to $2,950. Two cases were withdrawn after the owners achieved compliance. Additional orders required owners to obtain permits or correct violations by August 22, 2025.

• Fine $2,950 imposed on 2435 Academy Avenue for fence violation (59 days at $50/day)
• Fine $1,450 imposed on 1250 Fieldstone Avenue for window/door violations (58 days at $25/day)
• Fine $750 imposed on 572 Leland Drive for roof and drainage violations (30 days at $25/day)
• Fine $1,050 imposed on 1740 Fort Smith Boulevard for illegal trailer storage (40 days at $25/day)
• Fine $1,300 imposed on 1697 Sumatra Avenue for fence permit violation (26 days at $50/day) and ordered to obtain a permit
• Case for 912 Halstead Street withdrawn after the property was brought into compliance
• Case for 1611 Giffen Avenue withdrawn after the property was brought into compliance
• Order to 3259 Shingler Terrace to repair soffits by Aug 22, 2025; $25 daily fine if not complied

City Commission

The Deltona City Commission will vote on several resolutions establishing maximum tax and assessment rates for the upcoming fiscal year, including the property tax millage rate at $7.0000 per $1,000 assessed value. The Commission will also consider consent agenda items such as supporting the I-4 Beyond the Ultimate Project Segments 3 and 4, extending zoning in progress for the Keep Deltona Wild Overlay and Activity Center Overlay, and partnering with Volusia County's Transform386 for flood-prone property acquisitions.

• Resolution No. 2025-84: Set tentative maximum millage rate of $7.0000 per $1,000 for FY2025-26, a 6.88% increase above the rolled-back rate
• Resolution No. 2025-79: Establish maximum stormwater assessment of $190 per equivalent residential unit, up from $170
• Resolution No. 2025-80: Establish maximum solid waste assessment of $275 per residential unit
• Resolution No. 2025-88: Partner with Volusia County's Transform386 for federal-funded buyouts of flood-prone properties
• Resolution No. 2025-75: Support expedited completion of I-4 Beyond the Ultimate Project Segments 3 and 4

The Commission adopted Resolution 2025‑84 setting a maximum ad valorem millage of 6.95 for fiscal year 2025‑26, passing 4‑3. It also approved assessment rates for stormwater, solid waste, streetlighting, Lake McGarity, and nuisance abatement, with votes ranging from unanimous to 5‑2. Additionally, the body approved the “Keep Deltona Wild” overlay extension (6‑1), rejected the Activity Center overlay extension (3‑4), and adopted Ordinance 14‑2025 amending the Halifax Crossing mixed‑use plan (4‑3).

• Approved Resolution 2025-84 (max millage 6.95) 4-3
• Approved Resolution 2025-79 (stormwater assessment) 5-2
• Approved Resolution 2025-80 (solid waste assessment) 4-3
• Approved Resolution 2025-81 (streetlighting assessment) 7-0
• Approved Resolution 2025-82 (Lake McGarity assessment) 7-0
• Approved Resolution 2025-83 (nuisance abatement assessment) 7-0
• Approved Resolution 2025-76 (Keep Deltona Wild overlay) 6-1
• Approved Ordinance 14-2025 amendment (Halifax Crossing) 4-3

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss one new business item. The board is considering a resolution to allow a tattoo shop at a specific location.

• Resolution No. 2025-69: Minor Conditional Use for a tattoo shop at 1701 Doyle Road

The board approved the minutes from the June 18 and June 23, 2025 meetings unanimously. It granted a minor conditional use to allow a tattoo shop at 1701 Doyle Road, removing the neon‑sign restriction, setting operating hours from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., and requiring landscape compliance, with a 6‑0 vote. The board also approved a motion directing the City Commission to have staff evaluate the city code for ADA accessibility requirements, also by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-69 granting minor conditional use for tattoo shop at 1701 Doyle Road (6-0)
• Approved motion directing City Commission to evaluate ADA accessibility code (6-0)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will review past minutes and discuss the Community Land Trust model and the updated Local Housing Assistance Plan.

• Approval of May 20, 2025 minutes
• Continued discussion on Community Land Trust model
• Discussion on updated Local Housing Assistance Plan

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee discussed the City Commission's July 7, 2025 resolution establishing a Community Land Trust and the upcoming triennial update of the Local Housing Assistance Plan, which will be presented to the City Commission on July 21, 2025. No other actions were voted on. The meeting adjourned at 6:08 p.m.

• Approved May 20, 2025 AHAC minutes (unanimous)

City Commission Workshop

This is a workshop to discuss the FY 2025-2026 budget, including revenue estimates, operational budgets, and special assessments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; staff will present an overview of key drivers, fund review, capital outlay, and the capital improvement plan.

• Presentation of FY 2025-2026 budget overview and key drivers
• Revenue estimates and fund review discussion
• Special assessments overview
• Capital outlay and capital improvement plan (CIP) review

The July 14, 2025 workshop focused on the FY 2025‑2026 budget, with the Finance Director presenting revenue estimates, operational budgets and the Capital Improvement Plan. No final decisions were taken during the meeting. The Commission was reminded that the final public hearing is set for September 15 and that the maximum millage will be considered at the Regular Commission Meeting on July 21.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider final site plan approvals for two commercial projects. These include a new self-storage facility and an expansion of an existing Walmart Supercenter.

• Store Space (SP23-0006): Final site plan for a +/- 96,150 square foot self-storage facility on 4.48 acres west of Hollywood Boulevard and north of Normandy Boulevard
• Walmart (SP24-0017): Final site plan for a 5,163 square foot building addition and parking reconfiguration at 101 Howland Boulevard

The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the final site plan for a climate‑controlled self‑storage facility at 2610 Normandy Boulevard. The committee also unanimously approved a 5,163‑square‑foot addition to the Walmart Supercenter at 101 Howland Boulevard, with updated fire‑access conditions. Both approvals require the applicants to submit complete building permit applications before construction begins.

• Approved minutes from June 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Store Space at 2610 Normandy Blvd with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Walmart addition at 101 Howland Blvd with revised fire‑access conditions (unanimous)

City Commission

The Deltona City Commission will consider several resolutions, including approval of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan that allocates about $700,000 for broadband, park equipment, homelessness prevention, and affordable‑housing initiatives. The body will also vote on a purchase order for Axis Infrastructure to begin Phase 1 of the Activity Center Overlay, authorize construction for two Owner‑Occupied Rehabilitation projects funded by SHIP, and hold public hearings on rezoning a 36.46‑acre parcel and new architectural design standards.

• Resolution 2025‑67: approve CDBG 2025‑2026 Action Plan (~$700,000)
• Resolution 2025‑70: approve purchase order for Axis Infrastructure (Activity Center Overlay Phase 1)
• Resolution 2025‑72: authorize SHIP‑funded rehab work ($42,600 and $55,300) at 2481 Newmark Dr. and 1004 Fountainhead Dr.
• Ordinance 12‑2024: second‑reading rezoning of 36.46 acres on North Normandy Blvd. to MPUD
• Ordinance 24‑2025: create Chapter 111 Architectural and Building Design Standards

The City Commission adopted an amendment to the Official Zoning Map, rezoning 36.46 acres along North Normandy Boulevard from single‑family (R1‑AA) to Mixed‑Use Planned Unit Development with a 6‑1 vote. It also approved three ordinances—architectural and building design standards, a public road rights‑of‑ways solicitation, and a zoning map amendment—each passing unanimously. Resolutions were adopted to award engineering services for the Lakes Water Reclamation Facility, to create a Community Land Trust program, and to respond to a pre‑suit notice under Senate Bill 180.

• Approved rezoning of 36.46 acres to MPUD (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 24-2025 creating Chapter 111 architectural standards (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 27-2025 solicitation on public road rights‑of‑ways (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-59 awarding engineering services for Lakes Water Reclamation Facility (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-68 establishing a Community Land Trust program (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 2025-73 authorizing participation in pre‑suit notice under Senate Bill 180 (motion carried)

Southwest Deltona Community Redevelopment Agency

The Southwest Deltona Community Redevelopment Agency will vote on a resolution to approve a matching grant proposal for businesses within the CRA boundary. The agenda lists only this action item and standard procedural items.

• Approval of Resolution No. 2025-61 for a matching grant proposal
• Public forum for agenda items
• Board/committee comments

The Southwest Deltona Community Redevelopment Agency approved Resolution No. 2025-61, adopting a grant program that allows up to $200,000 in matching funds. The motion was moved by Member M. Avila‑Vazquez, seconded by Member D. Heriot, and carried unanimously by the seven board members. The program permits multiple grants per year and multiple categories per year for eligible businesses within the CRA boundary.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-61 adopting a matching grant program up to $200,000 (7‑0)

Special City Commission Meeting

The commission met in an executive session on July 7, 2025, with Mayor Avila and all commissioners present. The session, closed to the public, was used to discuss the pending litigation involving Howland Crossing Condo Developers LLC. No votes or formal decisions were recorded before the meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.

Special City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is holding a second reading for an ordinance to pause new residential development approvals citywide. This measure is intended to allow staff to analyze growth impacts and infrastructure capacity. The commission is also considering a resolution to designate the Planning and Development Service Director as the official for approving plats and replats.

• Ordinance No. 29-2025: Proposed temporary moratorium (up to 9 months) on residential development orders, permits, and rezonings
• Resolution No. 2025-71: Designating the Planning and Development Service Director as the official for administrative approval of plats and replats

The commission voted 4‑3 to approve Ordinance No. 29‑2025, creating a temporary moratorium of up to nine months on new residential development orders, permits, and related land‑use actions. They also approved Resolution No. 2025‑71, designating the Planning and Development Service Director as the administrative official for approving plats and replats, with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The commission directed the city attorney to contact other municipalities for input on Senate Bill 180, passing 5‑2. Finally, they authorized a shade meeting on the Howland Station condo developers lawsuit, scheduling it to start at 5:00 p.m., with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 29‑2025 temporary development moratorium (4‑3)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑71 designating Planning and Development Service Director for plat approvals (7‑0)
• Directed City Attorney to reach out to other municipalities regarding Senate Bill 180 (5‑2)
• Authorized shade meeting on Howland Station lawsuit, to begin at 5:00 p.m. (7‑0)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the Fire Stations Project. Fire Chief Bill Snyder will present data on call loads, response times, and proposed station locations based on analysis from Darkhorse.

• Presentation on future fire station needs, call load, and response times
• Discussion of proposed station locations based on Darkhorse performance analysis

The commission held a workshop on June 30, 2025, featuring a fire department presentation on the 2025 Stations Project and discussion of station relocation and funding. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 6:23 p.m.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a final site plan for a residential development and two pre-application rezone requests. These items involve transitioning residential land to commercial or multi-family use.

• Catalina Pointe (SP25-0002): Final site plan for 279 cottages, duplexes, and townhomes on 36.6 acres
• Lefils Business Center: Pre-application rezone of 3.698 acres south of Sunday Drive for three commercial buildings
• Howland-Auburndale Subdivision: Pre-application rezone of 20.91 acres for 214 multi-family apartment units

The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved the Catalina Pointe Residential Planned Unit Development final site plan (SP25‑0002) subject to staff‑recommended conditions. No rezoning applications were acted upon.

• Approved June 12, 2025 DRC minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Catalina Pointe Residential Planned Unit Development final site plan (SP25-0002) with conditions (unanimous)

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review a series of code‑violation cases. The body will order permits for construction projects, require repairs to fire‑safety equipment, and address property‑maintenance deficiencies. Each case includes a corrective action that the property owner must complete before final inspection.

• DEL-25-011: Obtain a permit for the rear addition at 1384 Rockhill Street.
• DEL-25-024: Obtain a permit for a garage conversion at 1264 S. Seagate Drive.
• FIRE-006-2025: Provide the UL system used to repair the fire‑rated wall at 2310 N. Normandy Boulevard.
• DEL-25-042 A&B: Demolish the structure or obtain updated boundary and riparian surveys for 1114 Cambridge Street.
• FIRE-018-2025: Restore fire alarm phone service and repair the smoke detector at 1200 Deltona Boulevard.

The Special Magistrate approved the May 28, 2025 minutes and withdrew several pending cases. A $1,450 fine was imposed on Amber Ball for failing to correct a fire alarm violation. New orders were issued for 1114 Cambridge Street requiring demolition or additional surveys and a $25 per day fine for non‑compliance, and similar daily fines were set for violations at 570 E. Normandy Boulevard and 2515 Howland Boulevard.

• Approved minutes of the May 28, 2025 Special Magistrate hearing
• Withdrawn cases: FIRE-020-2025, FIRE-012-2025, DEL-25-011, DEL-25-024, DEL-25-056, DEL-25-062, DEL-25-064, DEL-25-065
• Case DEL-25-011 (1384 Rockhill St) brought into compliance and withdrawn
• Case DEL-25-024 (1264 S. Seagate Dr) brought into compliance and withdrawn
• FIRE-006-2025 (2310 N. Normandy Blvd) fined $1,450 for fire alarm violation
• DEL-25-042 (1114 Cambridge St) ordered demolition or required surveys; $25/day fine for non‑compliance
• Violation at 570 E. Normandy Blvd fined $25 per day for non‑compliance
• Violation at 2515 Howland Blvd fined $25 per day for non‑compliance

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the FY2025-2026 budget. Staff will provide an overview of debt issuance and public notice requirements for special assessments.

• FY2025-2026 Budget discussions regarding debt issuance
• Review of special assessment public notice requirements

The City Commission held a workshop on June 23, 2025. The Finance Director presented on the FY2025‑2026 budget debt process and on special assessments. Commissioners, the City Manager, and staff discussed the $205 million five‑year plan and related financing topics. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Planning and Zoning Board

The board will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 29-2025, which proposes a temporary nine-month moratorium on new residential development permits and applications to allow staff to evaluate impacts on infrastructure and services. Exemptions apply to vested projects and non-residential development. The ordinance must meet legal tests, but pending state legislation (Senate Bill 180) could retroactively invalidate it.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 29-2025 for a temporary moratorium on residential development permits and applications
• Moratorium term not to exceed nine months unless extended by City Commission
• Exemptions for vested projects and non-residential development
• Dual Rational Nexus Test required: legitimate public purpose and proportional scope/duration
• Pending state legislation (SB 180) may retroactively invalidate the ordinance

The board adopted Ordinance No. 29-2025, creating a nine‑month moratorium on new residential development permits. The moratorium will end automatically if Senate Bill 180 is signed, and it exempts infill lots and certain mixed‑use planned unit developments. The approval passed with a 4‑3 vote after a separate motion to deny the ordinance failed 3‑4.

• Denied Ordinance No. 29-2025 (motion failed, 3‑4)
• Approved Ordinance No. 29-2025 with conditions (sunset if SB180 signed, infill lot exemption, mixed‑use PUD exemption) (4‑3)
• Public forum held with no public comments

Special City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will discuss a proposed nine-month moratorium on new residential development to evaluate infrastructure impacts. The body will also consider a vote of no confidence for the City Manager and requests for forensic and compliance audits.

• Vote of no confidence for the City Manager
• Ordinance No. 29-2025: Proposed 9-month moratorium on residential development orders and permits
• Proposed procurement policy change to require Commission approval for spending over $25,000
• Request for a forensic audit and a compliance audit
• FY2024 Audit discussion with Purvis Gray, CPA

The commission rejected a motion to delete item 5‑A by a 3‑4 vote. It then approved a motion to hold an off‑site work session to discuss the items underlying the vote of no confidence, passing unanimously 7‑0. No other formal actions were recorded in the meeting.

• Motion to delete 5‑A failed (3‑4)
• Motion to conduct Commission work session on vote‑of‑no‑confidence approved (7‑0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Deltona Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider two ordinances: one establishing architectural design standards and another updating regulations for metal buildings. The meeting will also include the approval of previous minutes and a public forum.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 24-2025 (Architectural and Building Design Standards)
• Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 20-2025 (Metal Building Regulations)
• Approval of May 21, 2025 Planning and Zoning Board Minutes
• Public Forum for agenda items
• Approval of Agenda

The Planning and Zoning Board approved Ordinance No. 24‑2025, creating Chapter 111 with architectural and building design standards for commercial and industrial development. It also approved Ordinance No. 20‑2025, updating regulations for metal buildings in residential zones. The board voted to formally request the City Commission to consider parking, sign and mural provisions in the Land Development Code. All three motions passed with seven votes in favor and no opposition.

• Approved Ordinance No. 24‑2025 – Architectural and Building Design Standards (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 20‑2025 – Metal Buildings regulations (7‑0)
• Approved formal request to City Commission on parking, signs, and murals (7‑0)
• Approved minutes of May 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved roll call (unanimous)

City Commission

The Deltona City Commission will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a proposed citywide ban on medical marijuana dispensaries. Other items include amending the Halifax Crossings MPUD to reduce residential units and increase commercial acreage, updating park rules to ban smoking and regulate metal detecting, and revising noise ordinance penalties. The consent agenda includes a $264,460 vulnerability assessment grant for sea level rise and flooding.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 21-2025 to prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries in all zoning districts, first reading
• Public hearing on Ordinance 14-2025 amending Halifax Crossings MPUD: Option B reduces units from 1,125 to 575 and adds 75.71 acres commercial
• Public hearing on Ordinance 26-2025 banning smoking/vaping in city parks and requiring permits for metal detecting, fines up to $150 and 30-day suspension
• Consent item: Resolution 2025-62 for $264,460 vulnerability assessment (sea level rise, flooding) using a $265,000 Resilient Florida Grant
• Action item: 120-day extension for zoning in progress on stormwater management code amendments

The Commission approved an amendment to the purchasing policy that caps department spending authority at $25,000 (4‑3) and passed a vote of no confidence in the City Manager (4‑3). It also authorized a forensic and compliance audit (5‑2) and approved an all‑inclusive 4th of July celebration (4‑3). Ordinance 14‑2025 amending the Halifax Crossing mixed‑use development was adopted (4‑3), while Ordinance 21‑2025 to prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries was rejected (1‑6). The Council approved the Resilient Florida Grant for a vulnerability assessment ($264,460) and adopted a resolution amending the Planning and Zoning Board By‑Laws (7‑0).

• Amended purchasing policy to cap department spending at $25,000 (4-3)
• Passed vote of no confidence in the City Manager (4-3)
• Authorized forensic and compliance audit (5-2)
• Approved all‑inclusive 4th of July celebration (4-3)
• Adopted Ordinance 14-2025 amending Halifax Crossing MPUD (4-3)
• Rejected Ordinance 21-2025 to prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries (1-6)
• Approved Resilient Florida Grant for vulnerability assessment, up to $264,460 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-55 amending Planning and Zoning Board By‑Laws (7-0)

Special City Commission Meeting

This special meeting consists solely of an executive session closed to the public, where the City Commission will discuss pending litigation in the case of Damian Anson et al. v. City of Deltona (U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, Case No. 6:23-CV-00766-JSS-LHP). No other business is conducted.

• Executive session to discuss pending federal lawsuit: Damian Anson et al. v. City of Deltona, Case No. 6:23-CV-00766-JSS-LHP

The Special City Commission met in an executive session on June 16, 2025, beginning at 5:00 p.m. and closed to the public at 5:35 p.m. The session discussed pending litigation (Case No. 6:23‑CV‑00766‑JSS‑LHP). No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is holding pre-application meetings to discuss four proposed projects. These include a new preschool, a flex-space building, and two residential subdivisions.

• Pre-application for a 3,150 square foot preschool at 00 Auburndale Street
• Pre-application for Newmark Estates, a 162-lot subdivision at 2000 Newmark Drive
• Pre-application for a flex-space office and storage project at 591 N SR 415
• Pre-application for Hickory Lakes Preserve, a 189-lot residential subdivision south of Enterprise-Osteen Road

The Development Review Committee appointed Kyle Nowland, James Parrish, and Matthew West as DRC alternatives. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 8 and May 22, 2025 DRC meetings. Both appointments and minute approvals passed unanimously.

• Appointed Kyle Nowland, James Parrish, and Matthew West as DRC alternatives (unanimous)
• Approved May 8, 2025 DRC minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 22, 2025 DRC minutes (unanimous)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to receive an overview of Public Works and Utility projects, including flooding, stormwater, and hurricane mitigation grant programs. No formal votes are scheduled.

• Overview of flooding projects
• Overview of stormwater projects
• Update on Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program (HLMP) Grant
• Update on Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)
• Update on Elevate Florida program

The Commission approved adding a discussion item on a temporary moratorium for residential development permits, with a 5‑0 vote. It then voted to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to draft the moratorium ordinance and schedule a public hearing, also passing 5‑0. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Added agenda discussion on temporary moratorium ordinance (5-0)
• Directed City Manager and City Attorney to draft temporary moratorium ordinance and hold public hearing (5-0)

City Commission

The June 2, 2025, regular meeting of the Deltona City Commission was canceled because a quorum was not present. No votes or decisions were taken on any agenda items. The agenda had included public hearings on zoning changes and a medical marijuana dispensary ban, as well as contracts and budget updates.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 19-2025 to allow more flexible development of substandard single-family lots
• Public hearing on Ordinance 21-2025 to ban new medical marijuana dispensaries citywide
• Resolution 2025-62 for a $264,460 vulnerability assessment (sea level rise, storm surge, flooding) using a $265,000 Resilient Florida Grant
• Discussion on a 100-year lease at $1/year for American Legion Post 255

Special City Commission Meeting

The City Commission canceled its scheduled executive session due to a lack of quorum. The meeting agenda included a closed-door discussion regarding pending litigation with the United States District Court.

• Executive session canceled due to lack of quorum
• Closed-door discussion of pending litigation
• Case: Damian Anson v. City of Deltona (Case No. 6:23-CV-00766-JSS-LHP)

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will consider evidence and testimony on alleged code violations at multiple properties. Cases include unpermitted construction, property maintenance issues, and a fire code violation at a self-storage facility. The magistrate may order corrective actions or impose fines.

• 1384 Rockhill Street: unpermitted addition to rear of house (DEL-25-011)
• 1264 S. Seagate Drive: unpermitted garage conversion (DEL-25-024)
• 1197 Acorn Court: multiple violations including screen enclosure, shed, fence, debris, and weeds (DEL-25-049 A-E)
• 1381 Howland Boulevard: fire code violation for demolition and construction without permit at Storaway Self Storage (FIRE-017-2025)
• 1740 Fort Smith Boulevard: improper parking of boat/trailer/recreational vehicle (DEL-25-050)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider final site plan approval for a Dairy Queen restaurant with drive-thru and sit-down seating at 2953 Howland Boulevard. The committee will also hold pre-application meetings for four proposed developments: a food hall at 700-704 Fort Smith Boulevard, a storage facility and retail at 561 N. SR 415, a commercial building with drive-thru at 605 Courtland Boulevard, and single-family homes east of Lush Lane. These pre-application meetings are informational; no decisions will be made on them.

• Dairy Queen - Final Site Plan Approval - 2953 Howland Blvd (1.79 acres, C-1 zoning)
• 700 & 704 Fort Smith Blvd - Food hall concept with Tiki Hut and food truck (pre-application)
• 561 N. SR 415 - Storage facility with RV covered spots and retail shop (pre-application, annexation)
• 605 Courtland Blvd - Commercial building with drive-thru on 7.57-acre parcel (pre-application, subdivision exemption)
• 210 Little Palm Drive - Single-family homes on 41.83 acres (pre-application, 40- and 50-foot lots)

The May 22, 2025 meeting consisted of a call to order, roll call, and public forum with no comments. Staff presented a final site plan recommendation for a Dairy Queen restaurant, but the committee did not vote on it. Several pre‑application meetings were held, providing guidance to applicants, and one applicant withdrew their project. No approvals, denials, or other formal decisions were recorded.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider three items: an ordinance to repeal Article XIV on medical marijuana dispensaries and amend the zoning map; an ordinance updating regulations for nonconforming lots; and a resolution amending the board's bylaws. No public hearings are scheduled, but public comment is allowed on agenda items.

• Ordinance No. 21-2025 – repealing Article XIV 'Medical Marijuana Dispensaries' and amending the Official Zoning Map
• Ordinance No. 19-2025 – amending nonconformity regulations (Section 110-600) and definitions (Section 70-30) in the Land Development Code
• Resolution No. 2025-55 – amending the Planning and Zoning Board By-Laws

The Planning and Zoning Board voted 6‑1 to adopt Ordinance No. 21‑2025, repealing the city’s medical marijuana dispensary zoning article. It also approved Ordinance No. 19‑2025, amending definitions for nonconforming lots, with a 7‑0 vote. A resolution to amend the board’s bylaws (Resolution No. 2025‑55) passed 6‑1. The minutes from the April 16 meeting were approved unanimously with added comments on school capacity.

• Approved Ordinance No. 21‑2025 repealing medical marijuana dispensary zoning (6‑1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 19‑2025 amending nonconforming lot definitions (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑55 amending Planning and Zoning Board bylaws (6‑1)
• Approved April 16 minutes with school‑capacity comment (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. They will also discuss a Community Land Trust (CLT) model. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a public forum for agenda items only. No other substantive business is listed.

• Elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Community Land Trust (CLT) discussion
• Approval of February 18, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the February 18, 2025 minutes. Jodi Peña‑Castaldi was elected chairperson by a 7‑1 vote. Wallace‑Chin was elected vice chair by a 5‑4 vote after a prior motion failed. Members agreed to present a Community Land Trust PowerPoint to the City Commission at the June 16, 2025 meeting, if possible.

• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Jodi Peña‑Castaldi as chairperson (7‑1)
• Elected Wallace‑Chin as vice chair (5‑4)
• Failed motion to appoint Terri Ellis as vice chair (4‑5)
• Agreed to present CLT PowerPoint to City Commission on June 16, 2025 (pending)
• Scheduled next AHAC meeting for July 15, 2025

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a second reading for a 36.46-acre rezoning along North Normandy Boulevard and updates to rental property regulations. The body will also discuss new penalties for ordinance violations and rules for city parks regarding smoking and metal detecting.

• Ordinance 12-2024: Rezoning 36.46 acres on North Normandy Boulevard to Mixed Use Planned Unit Development for warehouses, office, retail, and 320 multi-family units
• Ordinance 09-2025: Updates to rental property registration and inspection requirements
• Ordinance 25-2025: New general penalty civil citations of $500 and administrative fines from $1,000 to $15,000
• Ordinance 26-2025: Ban on smoking and vaping in city parks ($150 fine) and new permit requirements for metal detecting
• Resolution 2025-58: Settlement agreement for Maverick Bench Media v City of Deltona Case 2021-11135-CIDL

The City Commission voted 4‑3 to deny the request to join the Best Foot Forward Pedestrian Safety Program. It also approved Ordinance No. 25‑2025 updating penalties and noise rules (7‑0) and Ordinance No. 26‑2025 establishing city parks regulations (6‑1). The commission approved Resolution No. 2025‑58 settlement agreement (7‑0) and failed Ordinance No. 12‑2024 rezoning 36.46 acres (3‑4). An amendment to rental inspection intervals and fees (Ordinance No. 09‑2025) was adopted with a 7‑0 vote.

• Denied participation in Best Foot Forward Pedestrian Safety Program (4‑3)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑2025 updating penalties and noise rules (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 26‑2025 establishing city parks regulations (6‑1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑58 settlement agreement (7‑0)
• Failed Ordinance No. 12‑2024 rezoning 36.46 acres (3‑4)
• Approved amendment to rental inspection intervals and fees (Ordinance No. 09‑2025) (7‑0)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will hold pre-application meetings for four proposals: a meat market at 1200 Deltona Blvd, a car wash at 825 Debary Avenue, a 70-home subdivision on Lake Helen Osteen Road requiring a rezone, and a commercial lot at 3270 Howland Blvd. No final decisions are made at this stage; staff provide guidance on code requirements.

• Fresh Point Meats – pre-application for a meat market at 1200 Deltona Blvd (Unit 34/35 Deltona Plaza, former Family Dollar) on 8,500 sq ft, zoned C-1
• Zoom Express Car Wash – pre-application for a car wash at 825 Debary Avenue (southwest corner Providence and Debary) on 1.46 acres, zoned C-1
• Lake Helen Osteen Rd – pre-application to rezone 17.93 acres (RE-1 to allow PUD) for ~70 single-family homes, south of Pine Tree Acres Lane, east of Lake Helen Osteen Rd
• Lot 2 of Howland Marketplace – pre-application for final site plan of 0.8355 acres at 3270 Howland Blvd (east of WaWa), zoned BPUD

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting. It then held pre‑application discussions for a Fresh Point Meats grocery, a carwash at 825 Debary Avenue, a 70‑home subdivision on Lake Helen Osteen Road, and a fast‑food restaurant at 3270 Howland Blvd, offering staff advice but taking no formal actions.

• Approved April 24, 2025 DRC minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a major amendment to the Halifax Crossings Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development (MPUD) that would reduce residential units from 809 to 575 and expand commercial acreage. Other public hearings address home-based business regulations and rental property standards. The consent agenda includes resolutions for FDEM grants to elevate Catalina and Elkcam Boulevards, with city cost shares of $68,929 and $276,107 respectively, and a mid-year budget amendment.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 14-2025: amend Halifax Crossings MPUD to reduce housing, eliminate age-restricted units, increase commercial acreage to 75.71 acres
• Public hearing on Ordinance 09-2025: update rental property regulations including registration, inspections, and short-term rental rules
• Public hearing on Ordinance 06-2025: update home occupation rules to home-based businesses per Florida Statute
• Consent: Resolution for FDEM grant to elevate Catalina Boulevard (city share $68,929) after hurricane flooding
• Consent: Resolution for FDEM grant to elevate Elkcam Boulevard (city share $276,107) after hurricane flooding

The City Commission adopted a zoning amendment to rename Home Occupations as Home‑based Businesses and approved two grant authorizations for flood‑prone streets. It also passed a mid‑year budget amendment, approved a solid‑waste and stormwater ordinance update, and approved legal representation for a pending lawsuit. Several items were deferred or tabled pending further review.

• Approved Ordinance No. 06-2025 amending Home Occupations to Home‑based Businesses (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 17-2025 updating solid waste and stormwater utility sections (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-56 authorizing FDEM grant for Catalina Boulevard elevation (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-52 mid‑year budget amendment (4‑3)
• Deferred Ordinance No. 14-2025 (Halifax Crossings MPUD) pending litigation (5‑2)
• Deferred Item 8-B (Ordinance No. 09-2025) to May 19, 2025 (7‑0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 09-2025 (Rental Properties) to May 19, 2025 (no vote recorded)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-57 for legal representation in Howland Holdings case (vote count not recorded)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission holds a budget workshop to discuss the preliminary FY2025-2026 budget, including the Capital Improvement Plan, capital outlay requests, and fleet replacement. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and staff presentation.

• Preliminary Capital Improvement Plan
• Capital Outlay Requests
• Fleet Replacement
• Public comments limited to agenda items, 2 minutes per speaker

The commission met on May 3, 2025 to discuss the FY2025‑2026 budget, including capital improvement projects and fee structures. Staff presented a detailed PowerPoint covering capital projects such as fire stations, road resurfacing, stormwater upgrades, and waste services. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; the meeting served as an informational workshop. The commission agreed to consider fire assessment fee adjustments at the upcoming mid‑year budget meeting.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider three pre‑application projects: a private school on a 4.02‑acre parcel at 600 Fort Smith Blvd, a mixed retail and office site at 317 & 321 Fort Smith Blvd, and a zoning variance for an oil‑change facility at 3150 Howland Blvd. The school proposal requires City Commission approval. The committee will hear staff comments and public input on each item.

• Divine Vision Community School – final site plan, 4.02 acres, currently zoned R‑1, requires City Commission approval
• 317 & 321 Fort Smith – site plan for 15,000 sq ft retail/office, zoned C‑1
• 3150 Howland Blvd – zoning variance request to reduce minimum lot width from 150 ft to 100 ft for an oil‑change facility

The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 13 and March 27, 2025 meetings. No decisions were made on the pre‑application discussions for the private school at 600 Fort Smith Blvd or the retail/office proposal at 317 & 321 Fort Smith Blvd. The pre‑application for the oil‑change facility at 3150 Howland Blvd was tabled. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 a.m.

• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled 3150 Howland Blvd oil‑change facility pre‑application

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will consider multiple code enforcement cases, including violations for unpermitted sheds, property maintenance, fire safety, and roof repairs. Old and new business items cover 12 properties across Deltona. A notable fire code case at 2820 Howland Boulevard involves exposed wiring, missing covers, and vegetation hazards.

• FIRE-005-2025: 2820 Howland Blvd – multiple fire code violations (exposed wiring, missing breaker covers, multi-plug adapters, overgrown vegetation)
• DEL-25-018 (A&B): 3000 Macon St – shed in disrepair and improper outdoor storage of furniture, pool, trampoline
• DEL-25-020: 2936 Carmela St – roof repair required for leaks
• DEL-25-042 (A&B): 1114 Cambridge St – unpermitted retaining/sea wall and use of city right-of-way without consent
• DEL-25-041: 1329 Herndon Ave – handmade fence without permit

The magistrate issued compliance orders and daily fines for several property code violations, including a $25 per day fine for 572 Leland Drive if not corrected by 4 PM June 23 2025. Additional fines of $1,350 and $1,350 were imposed for other cases where owners failed to obtain permits or correct violations. Several cases were withdrawn. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved agenda and minutes from March 26, 2025 (Special Magistrate Kristin Eick)
• Case DEL-25-013 (Massey) withdrawn by the City of Deltona
• Fine $1,350 imposed for DEL-25-017 (Massey) – $50 per day for 27 days
• Fine $1,350 total ($675 each) imposed for DEL-25-018 (Massey) violations A & B
• Fine $675 imposed for DEL-25-019 (Massey)
• Fine $675 imposed for DEL-25-020 (Massey)
• Case FIRE-005-2025 (Massey) withdrawn by the City of Deltona
• New order DEL-25-034: $25 per day fine if roof/gutter violation not corrected by 4 PM June 23 2025

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on first reading of an ordinance to rezone 36.46 acres along Normandy Boulevard from single-family residential to mixed-use PUD, including warehouses, offices, retail, and 320 multi-family units. Commissioners will also consider a request for rehearing on the denial of a final plat for the 126-lot Vineland Reserve townhouse subdivision. Other items include activating an Ordinance Review Committee and approving the Charter Officer evaluation process.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 12-2024 rezoning 36.46 acres to MPUD with 320 multi-family units and industrial/retail uses along Normandy Boulevard.
• Request for rehearing of Resolution 2025-24 to consider final plat approval for a 126-lot townhome subdivision at Vineland Reserve east of Peach Creek Drive.
• Approval of scholarship awards from the William S. Harvey Deltona Scholarship Advisory Board for 11 applicants.
• Activation of the Ordinance Review Committee to review the City's Code of Ordinances.
• Approval of the Charter Officer evaluation process.

The City Commission voted 6‑1 to approve Ordinance No. 12‑2024, amending the official zoning map to rezone 36.46 acres from single‑family (R1‑AA) to Mixed‑Use Planned Unit Development with three conditions. An amended motion 4‑3 granted a rehearing of Resolution No. 2025‑24 for the Vineland Reserve Phase 1 final plat. The Commission also approved Resolution No. 2025‑51 to activate the Ordinance Review Committee, with a sunset provision after twelve months, by a 4‑3 vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 12‑2024 rezoning 36.46 acres to MPUD (6‑1)
• Granted rehearing of Resolution No. 2025‑24 for Vineland Reserve Phase 1 (4‑3)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑51 to activate Ordinance Review Committee (4‑3)
• Approved consent agenda items, including minutes of April 7, 2025 (by consent)
• Approved 2024‑2025 William S. Harvey Deltona Scholarship award recipients (by consent)
• Approved April recognitions (by consent)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 14-2025, which proposes amendments to the Halifax Crossings Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development. The changes include allowing master development map alternatives and reducing the minimum lot size for commercial parcels on approximately 109.71 acres along the Halifax Crossings boulevard corridor.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 14-2025 amending Halifax Crossings MPUD
• Amendments include master development map alternatives
• Reduction in minimum lot size for commercial parcels
• Applicable to approximately 109.71 acres near Halifax Hospital Complex

The Planning and Zoning Board approved Ordinance No. 14-2025, which amends the Halifax Crossings Mixed‑Use Planned Unit Development covering about 109.71 acres, adding master‑development‑map alternatives and reducing the minimum lot size for commercial parcels. The motion passed with seven votes in favor and no opposition. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 14-2025 amending Halifax Crossings MPUD (7-0)
• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, many at second reading, including amendments to zoning codes (PUD requirements, commercial zoning, home occupations, driveway expansions), rental property inspection and short-term rental registration, medical marijuana dispensary regulations, and financial policies. Also on the agenda are presentations from the Rotary Club and Conservation Florida about the 476-acre D-Ranch Preserve. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and advisory board quarterly reports.

• Ordinance 04-2025 amending zoning administration procedures (second reading)
• Ordinance 05-2025 updating Planned Unit Development standards (second reading)
• Ordinance 09-2025 amending rental property inspection and short-term rental registration (first reading)
• Ordinance 07-2025 updating medical marijuana dispensary regulations (first reading)
• Presentation on D-Ranch Preserve, a 476-acre conservation land in District 6

The City Commission approved seven ordinances updating the Land Development Code, including changes to administration procedures, planned unit developments, home‑based businesses, rental property standards, zoning classifications, driveway expansions, and debt and purchasing policies. The commission denied Ordinance No. 07‑2025, which would have banned any additional medical marijuana dispensaries, and directed staff to draft a new ordinance. All actions were taken by a unanimous 7‑0 vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 04‑2025 amending zoning code administration (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 05‑2025 updating PUD application requirements (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 06‑2025 revising home‑based business regulations (7‑0)
• Denied Ordinance No. 07‑2025 banning additional medical marijuana dispensaries (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 09‑2025 updating rental property standards (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 13‑2024 amending zoning map classifications (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 14‑2024 amending residential driveway expansion rules (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 16‑2025 updating debt, budget, and purchasing policies (7‑0)

Special City Commission Meeting

The Deltona City Commission is meeting in a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation (Case No. 2021-11135-CIDL) with legal counsel. No public action items or decisions are on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss pending litigation Case No. 2021-11135-CIDL under Florida Statute 286.011(8)

The City Commission met in an executive session on April 7, 2025, to discuss pending litigation (Case No. 2021‑11135 CIDL). The session was closed to the public and lasted about half an hour, after which it was terminated and the meeting reopened. No votes or formal actions were recorded.

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will meet for a workshop to discuss and provide direction on various city projects. Items for discussion include zoning, public works, and city policies. No final decisions are scheduled for this session.

• TNR (Trap Neuter Release) Program and smoking in parks
• Zoning overlay and downtown plaza development
• CDBG/SHIP funding projects
• Flooding, stormwater, and hazard mitigation grant programs
• Charter Officers Evaluation Process

The commission reached consensus to have staff contact D‑Ranch about a possible overlay. They also agreed to place discussion of CDBG/SHIP funding on the agenda for the first May meeting. Other topics such as the TNR program, park smoking restrictions, and various development projects were discussed but no formal actions were taken.

• Commission concurred staff will reach out to D‑Ranch regarding an overlay
• Commission concurred to schedule CDBG/SHIP funding discussion for the May meeting

Special City Commission Meeting

The Special City Commission will consider three resolutions: Resolution No. 2025-48 to declare zoning in progress for the “Keep Deltona Wild Overlay District,” Resolution No. 2025-49 to declare zoning in progress for studying and amending the Activity Center Overlay, and Resolution No. 2025-50 to approve a settlement agreement for the Espejo litigation totaling $100,000 with a $1,000 deductible. The meeting also includes standard public comments, city manager remarks, and decorum policy reminders.

• Resolution 2025-48 – Zoning in progress for the Keep Deltona Wild Overlay District
• Resolution 2025-49 – Zoning in progress to study and amend the Activity Center Overlay
• Resolution 2025-50 – Approve $100,000 settlement for the Espejo case (city deductible $1,000)

The commission approved Resolution 2025-48 establishing the “Keep Deltona Wild” overlay district and directed staff to subdivide the Comprehensive Plan amendments for future workshops. It also approved Resolution 2025-49 to study and amend the activity center overlay for a walkable mixed‑use environment, passing 6‑1. Finally, the commission approved Resolution 2025-50 settling the Espejo litigation with a $100,000 payment, passing unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2025-48 establishing Keep Deltona Wild overlay district (7‑0)
• Directed staff to subdivide Comprehensive Plan amendments for the overlay (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-49 to study and amend activity center overlay (6‑1)
• Approved Resolution 2025-50 settlement of Espejo litigation, $100,000 payment (7‑0)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will meet to consider the Eloah Estates final site plan approval (SP20-0009), supported by a staff report and development order. The meeting includes a public forum for comments on agenda items, limited to two minutes per speaker. It will be held both in person and virtually via Microsoft Teams. No other substantive business is listed.

• Eloah Estates Final Site Plan approval (SP20-0009) with staff report and development order
• Public forum for comments on agenda items (2-minute limit)
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams (access code provided)

The Development Review Committee considered application SP20-0009 for the Eloah Estates project, a 536‑unit apartment complex on about 46.7 acres. After 12 review cycles, staff recommended approval with conditions listed in the Development Order. The committee voted to approve the final site plan with those conditions, and the motion carried unanimously.

• Approved Eloah Estates Final Site Plan (SP20-0009) with conditions (unanimous)

William S. Harvey Deltona Scholarship Advisory Board

The board will rank 2025 William S. Harvey Deltona Scholarship applicants and divide scholarship funds. They will also elect a chair and vice chair, and discuss a proposed timeline for the 2026 scholarship cycle.

• Ranking of 2025 William S. Harvey Deltona Scholarship applicants
• Division of scholarship funds among acceptable applicants
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the board
• Review of proposed timeline for 2026 scholarship cycle

The Advisory Board approved the minutes from March 14, 2024. It approved awarding 11 William S. Harvey Deltona scholarships for a total of $50,000. The board elected Ruben Medina as Chair and Lori Burbank as Vice Chair. It also approved the proposed timeline for the 2026 scholarship program.

• Approved March 14, 2024 minutes (4 votes in favor)
• Approved award of 11 scholarships totaling $50,000 (4 votes in favor)
• Appointed Ruben Medina as Chair (4 votes in favor)
• Appointed Lori Burbank as Vice Chair (4 votes in favor)
• Approved 2026 scholarship advisory board timeline (4 votes in favor)

Special Magistrate

The Deltona Special Magistrate will conduct a hearing on 16 code enforcement cases, including old and new business. Cases involve violations of property maintenance codes and building permit requirements at various residential and commercial properties. The magistrate will hear evidence and may issue orders for corrective actions such as repairs, permits, or removal of structures.

• DEL-23-242: 3775 Trade Street – exterior wall repair required under International Property Maintenance Code Section 304.6.
• DEL-25-033 A-B-C: 1092 Deltona Boulevard – three permit violations for AC changeout, sliding door replacement, and electrical wiring.
• DEL-25-003: 1730 Hillandale Avenue – roof repair/replacement and tarp removal required for exterior surface maintenance.
• DEL-25-028: 2917 Courtland Boulevard – permit required for screen room to solid wall conversion and window replacement.
• DEL-25-039: 1753 Mayhill Street – violation of City Ordinance Section 14-166(b) (referenced but not fully cited).

The Special Magistrate approved the February 26, 2025 minutes and withdrew several previously cited cases that were now in compliance. The magistrate issued a $13,025 fine to the owners of 3775 Trade Street for failing to repair exterior walls, with the fine accruing $25 per day. Additional orders required property owners at 2435 Academy Avenue, 1250 Fieldstone Avenue, and 1800 Saxon Boulevard to correct code violations by specified dates or face daily fines of $50 or $25. The hearing also continued the case at 2101 Kingswood Avenue, directing the owner to obtain a roof permit.

• Approved February 26, 2025 minutes (Special Magistrate Kristin Eick)
• Withdrawn cases: DEL-24-096, DEL-25-003, DEL-25-028, DEL-25-030, DEL-25-032, DEL-25-035, DEL-25-036, FIRE-009-2025 (all withdrawn in compliance)
• Issued $13,025 fine to owners of 3775 Trade Street (DEL-23-242) for exterior wall violation
• Ordered 2435 Academy Avenue (DEL-25-027) to repair fence by May 26, 2025 or face $50 daily fine
• Ordered 1250 Fieldstone Avenue (DEL-25-029) to repair windows/doors by May 26, 2025 or face $25 daily fine
• Ordered 1800 Saxon Boulevard (DEL-25-031) to repair exterior by April 25, 2025 or face $25 daily fine
• Directed 2101 Kingswood Avenue (DEL-25-023) to obtain roof permit; case continued
• Continued case DEL-25-023 (working with planning on permit) while other cases were withdrawn

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review two proposed ordinance amendments: one updating the zoning code for medical marijuana dispensaries to align with state law, and another revising home occupation regulations to allow home-based businesses. The board will also elect officers and receive a Sunshine Law presentation. Public comments are limited to agenda items.

• Ordinance No. 07-2025: amends Article XIV on medical marijuana dispensaries, updating title and adding location, standards, and approval process
• Ordinance No. 06-2025: amends Section 110-807 on home occupations to allow home-based businesses with employee and traffic limits
• Election of board officers (Vice Chair and Secretary) under agenda item 2A
• Sunshine Law compliance presentation during new business
• Approval of minutes from February 19, 2025 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board unanimously elected Andrea Cardo as Chair, Tara D'Errico as Vice Chair, and Rachel Amoroso as Secretary. The Board also unanimously approved the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting. It then approved Ordinance No. 07-2025 updating medical marijuana dispensary regulations and Ordinance No. 06-2025 updating home‑based business regulations, each by a 6‑0 vote.

• Elected Andrea Cardo as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Tara D'Errico as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Rachel Amoroso as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 19, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 07-2025 amending medical marijuana zoning (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 06-2025 amending home‑based business zoning (6‑0)

City Commission

The Deltona City Commission will review a FEMA reimbursement update, approve routine consent items, and hold public hearings on several development plats, legal representation, and a new public camping ordinance. The commission will consider Resolution No. 2025-26 for the Eloah Estates 536‑unit apartment plat, Resolution No. 2025-24 for the Vineland Reserve 126‑unit townhome plat, and Ordinance No.15-2025 establishing public camping regulations.

• FEMA reimbursement update: $6.1 million submitted, $4.7 million received
• Approval of easement at 720 N. Apache Circle for stormwater retention
• Public hearing on Resolution No. 2025‑26 for Eloah Estates Final Plat (536 apartments on 45.3 acres, access via 2982 Howland Blvd)
• Public hearing on Resolution No. 2025‑24 for Vineland Reserve Phase 1 final plat (126 townhomes east of Peach Creek Drive)
• Ordinance No. 15‑2025 to establish public camping rules in the City

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee holds pre-application meetings for four proposed projects: a tri-plex at 162 Hummingbird Street, a billboard at 578 Deltona Boulevard, townhomes at Capri Circle, and a subdivision/solar farm option on Irondale Street. No final decisions are made; staff comments cover zoning, setbacks, fees, and requirements. The committee also approves minutes from February 13 and February 27, 2025, and holds a public forum.

• Tri-plex pre-application at 162 Hummingbird Street (RM-1 zoning, 3 units max on 0.28 acres, $1,000 site plan fee plus $250 tree removal)
• Billboard pre-application at 578 Deltona Boulevard (PB zoning, requires DRC and City Commission approval, $1,000 site plan fee plus $250)
• Townhomes pre-application at 2160/2151 Capri Cir & 2131 Lake Helen Osteen Rd (RM-2 zoning, 3.52 acres, $1,000 site plan fee plus $250)
• Subdivision exemption/solar farm informational meeting for Irondale Street (R1 zoning, 40.56 acres with wetlands, exploring multiple options)
• Approval of minutes from prior DRC meetings on February 13 and February 27, 2025

City Commission

This meeting includes a public hearing on the final plat for Vineland Reserve RPUD Phase 1, a 126-lot single-family townhouse subdivision on approximately 20.3 acres. The consent agenda contains multiple equipment purchases totaling over $1.5 million, including a replacement walking excavator, emergency pumps, and sandbagging machines for stormwater management. A new Purchasing Policy manual is also proposed for approval.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-24 – Final Plat for Vineland Reserve RPUD Phase 1 (126-lot townhouse subdivision)
• Purchase of Menzi Muck walking excavator for $549,227.74 (Resolution 2025-37)
• Purchase of two replacement and four new 6-inch emergency portable pumps from Thompson Pump totaling $480,707 (Resolutions 2025-43 & 2025-44)
• Purchase of two Ultimate Bagger sandbagging machines for $118,900 (Resolution 2025-35)
• Approval of new Purchasing Policy manual (Resolution 2025-29)

Development Review Committee

The Deltona Development Review Committee will hold a pre-application meeting to discuss a proposed single-family residential development on 188 acres. The project requires a Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezone.

• Pre-application meeting for Reed-Ellis Property rezoning
• Project covers 188.34 acres on Enterprise Osteen and Reed Ellis Roads
• Applicant: Yosvany Medina Pinera
• Current zoning: A-1(C) - Volusia County Prime Agriculture
• Meeting held virtually via Microsoft Teams

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review a series of property violations in Deltona. The body is addressing issues including missing building permits, unsanitary pools, and illegal vehicle parking in residential zones.

• Permit requirements for structures at 1810 Hallcrest Drive, 2641 Windsor Heights Street, 3332 Courtland Boulevard, 2101 Kingswood Avenue, and 1264 Seagate Drive
• Nuisance abatement for waste and debris at 2173 Clearwater Drive
• Roof repair and tarp removal at 1691 Rim Avenue
• Removal of vehicles over 10,000 lbs from residential zones at 878 S. Atmore Circle and 2580 Courtland Boulevard
• Sanitary pool maintenance at 2114 Van Orman Drive

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider Ordinance No. 04-2025, which amends Chapter 74 of the Land Development Code to change review procedures, eliminate review durations, and update public notice requirements. The board will also review Ordinance No. 13-2024, updating Sections 110‑300 to 110‑320 of the Official Zoning Map, and Ordinance No. 14-2024, revising driveway regulations in Section 110‑810. A Sunshine Laws presentation by the City Attorney is scheduled.

• Ordinance No. 04-2025 – amendment to Chapter 74 (administration) of the zoning code
• Ordinance No. 13-2024 – updates to Sections 110‑300 to 110‑320 of the Official Zoning Map
• Ordinance No. 14-2024 – changes to Section 110‑810 (Residential Driveways)
• Sunshine Laws presentation by the City Attorney

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will convene to approve minutes from a September 2024 meeting and discuss the schedule for 2025. The meeting will include a public forum and reports.

• Approval of Affordable Housing Advisory Committee minutes from September 17, 2024
• Discussion regarding the 2025 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee calendar
• Public forum for comments on agenda items
• Presentations, awards, and staff comments

City Commission

The Deltona City Commission will consider several items, including approval of a $2,126,124.70 adjustment to write off uncollectible utility accounts. They will also review a sole‑source contract for an online utility exchange service and discuss land sale and plat approvals for multiple developments. A quasi‑judicial hearing on a travel‑policy violation by the mayor is also on the agenda.

• Approve Resolution No. 2025-30 to write off $2,126,124.70 in utility receivables
• Approve Resolution No. 2025-31 for sole‑source Online Utility Exchange Service Agreement
• Consider sale of ~0.02 acres of Tract N, Deltona Lakes Unit 20 to property at 658 Copper Beech Boulevard
• Public hearing on Eloah Estates Final Plat for 536 apartments at 1000 Eloah Estates Drive
• Quasi‑judicial hearing on alleged mayor travel‑policy violation

Development Review Committee

The committee will review final site plans and plats for commercial and residential developments. The meeting also includes pre-application discussions for a new townhome project and single-family dwellings.

• Final Site Plan for daycare redevelopment at 820 Deltona Blvd
• Final Plat for Howland Marketplace at Forest Edge Drive and Howland Blvd
• Final Plat for Vineland Reserve townhomes at Peach Creek Drive and Doyle Road
• Final Plat for Eloah Estates apartments at 1000 Eloah Estates Blvd
• Pre-application for 80 townhomes at the intersection of SR 415 and 8th Avenue

City Commission

The Deltona City Commission will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the Planning Director's denial of a Final Site Plan for the multifamily 'Howland Station' project at 1600-1635 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and 3015 Howland Boulevard. The agenda also includes a second reading to raise the Firefighters' Pension Plan DROP eligibility age from 60 to 65, a first reading for updated Planned Unit Development standards, and consent items such as a change order for AXIS Infrastructure to update the Comprehensive Plan and four SHIP-funded homeowner rehabilitation grants.

• Public hearing on appeal of 'Howland Station' multifamily project at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd and Howland Blvd
• Second reading of Ordinance 08-2025 to increase Firefighters' Pension Plan DROP age from 60 to 65
• Consent: Resolution 2025-23 authorizing a change order with AXIS Infrastructure for Comprehensive Plan update (cost not stated)
• Consent: Resolution 2025-27 approving SHIP rehabilitation grants: 1942 Saxon Blvd ($53,482.15), 1738 Hernando Ave ($55,404.00), 2691 Beal St ($53,200.00), 2655 Beal St ($51,200.00)
• Consent: Retention of outside counsel Roberts, Reynolds, Bedard & Tuzzio for Live Local Act litigation

Special Magistrate

The Deltona Special Magistrate will hear cases regarding property code violations, including unpermitted construction, debris accumulation, and fire safety issues. The body will review specific corrective actions requested by city inspectors.

• Unpermitted construction at 514 Giralda Avenue (exterior wall, door, A/C condensers)
• Debris and yard trash abatement at 2173 Clearwater Drive
• Unpermitted fence at 2325 E Dana Drive
• Unpermitted deck at 2696 Derby Drive
• Plumbing repairs at 884 Fort Smith Boulevard

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will decide on the final plat for Vineland Reserve Phase 1 (20.30 acres, townhomes) at Peach Creek Drive and Doyle Road, and hold pre-application meetings for a car wash at 3174 Howland Blvd, a private school expansion at 935 Howland Blvd, and a lot split at 2087 Laredo Drive.

• Final plat approval for Vineland Reserve Phase 1 townhomes (20.30 acres, northeast of Peach Creek and Doyle)
• Pre-application meeting for Wash City car wash at 3174 Howland Blvd (3.87 acres)
• Pre-application meeting for Deltona Christian School expansion (gym and outdoor court) at 935 Howland Blvd (10.71 acres)
• Pre-application meeting for lot split at 2087 Laredo Drive (split 1 parcel into 2)

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss updating the Firefighters’ Pension Plan and review a variance request for a residential pool. The body will also receive a status update on the Lakeshore 4B project and discuss assistance for a Deltona High School banquet.

• Ordinance 08-2025 and Resolution 2025-17 to increase Firefighters’ Pension Plan DROP age from 60 to 65
• Variance request for 3469 Berkshire Terrace to increase lot coverage from 35% to 44% for a pool and deck
• Purchase Order with Ferguson Waterworks for AMI professional services at $8.00 per active utility meter
• Resolution No. 2025-20 to develop Architectural Design Guidelines for Non-Residential Development
• Approval of the 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) performance report

Planning and Zoning Board

The Deltona Planning and Zoning Board is holding a public hearing to consider three ordinances that amend the city's Land Development Code. The proposals include updates to administrative review procedures and public noticing (Ordinance 04-2025), enhanced architectural and landscaping standards for Planned Unit Developments (Ordinance 05-2025), and updates to zoning classifications (Ordinance 13-2024).

• Ordinance No. 04-2025 – amends Chapter 74 on administration, eliminating review durations and updating public noticing requirements.
• Ordinance No. 05-2025 – amends Section 110-319 on PUDs, adding enhanced architectural, landscaping, and environmental standards.
• Ordinance No. 13-2024 – amends Sections 110-300 to 110-320 on zoning classifications and official zoning map.

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission holds a workshop to discuss creating architectural design standards for non-residential properties and to consider several amendments to the Land Development Code that address outdated zoning sections. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Discussion on creating Architectural Design Standards for Non-Residential (Item A)
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 70 'General Provisions' and Chapter 74 'Administration' of the Land Development Code (Item B)
• Proposed amendments to Sections 110-300 to 110-320 regarding zoning classifications (Item C)
• Proposed amendment to Section 110-319 (Item D)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will vote on the final site plan for a Culvers restaurant at 3095 Howland Blvd and hold pre-application meetings for a Murphy's gas station at 1689 N Normandy Blvd, a daycare at 3026 Howland Blvd (Astute Children's Academy), and a daycare/sign improvements at 1240 East Normandy Blvd (Northridge Academy).

• Final site plan approval for Culvers at 3095 Howland Blvd (2.7 acres, C-2 zoning)
• Pre-application meeting for Murphy’s Gas Station at 1689 N Normandy Blvd (2.06 acres, C-1 zoning)
• Pre-application meeting for Astute Children’s Academy daycare at 3026 Howland Blvd (1.37 acres, C-2 zoning)
• Pre-application meeting for Northridge Academy daycare and sign improvements at 1240 East Normandy Blvd (15,000 sq ft, C-1 zoning)

City Commission

The commission will consider resolutions to authorize legal representation in three ongoing cases: Deltona Retail Holdings, the Anson (Stone Island class action), and Maverick Bench Media. Other notable consent items include a $349,592 purchase of cardiac resuscitation platforms, a $364,560 home elevation grant for a hurricane-damaged property, and a road transfer. Action items include appointments to advisory boards and a proportionate fair share agreement for a business park development.

• Approve legal representation for Deltona Retail Holdings, Stone Island class action, and Maverick Bench Media (Resolutions 2025-03, 04, 05)
• Authorize $349,592.84 for 12 Zoll AutoPulse cardiac resuscitation platforms (Resolution 2025-06)
• Approve $364,560 home elevation grant for 2560 West Tulsa Drive (Resolution 2025-15)
• Transfer Fernanda Drive from Volusia County to City of Deltona (Resolution 2025-14)
• Authorize participation in PFAS litigation (Resolution 2025-16)

Special City Commission Meeting

This special meeting consists solely of an executive session closed to the public, where the City Commission and legal counsel will discuss the status of ongoing litigation (Case No. 2021-11135-CIDL) in Volusia County. No public business or votes are scheduled. The session is exempt from Florida's open meetings law until the case is resolved.

• Executive session to discuss litigation status of Case No. 2021-11135-CIDL