County Council - Thursday, September 3, 2026

The County Council of Volusia County convened on September 3, 2026, addressing a variety of community and administrative matters. Key procurement-related actions included the unanimous approval of contracts with D.E. Scorpio Corporation for professional construction management and general contracting services for the S. James Foxman Courthouse, and with Talcon Group for the Southwest storage and re-pump facility in Bartlett. The council also approved several land rezoning and plat vacation requests. Additionally, the council accepted a $1,752 donation from Daytona Dog Beach Incorporated to support dog-friendly beach maintenance in the 2027 budget. Discussions touched on community partnerships, capital improvements, and maintenance responsibilities, including concerns about historic cemetery upkeep and local infrastructure. Motions were passed to conduct a speed study for a residential area and to delegate weekend parking management near the Hard Rock Hotel to staff. The council also planned to revisit postponed agenda items in November and requested further staff reports on advisory committee appointments and cemetery maintenance options.