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CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE
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DAYTONA BEACH SEES GROWTH IN TAXABLE PROPERTY VALUES, ACCORDING TO PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES
The Volusia County Property Appraiser’s Office has released its preliminary estimates for 2026 taxable values, showing a 12.48% increase in property values across properties in Daytona Beach.
WHAT IS TAXABLE VALUE? Taxable value is the portion of a property’s assessed value that is subject to property taxes. After exemptions such as homestead or disability exemptions are applied, the remaining value, called the taxable value, is used by local governments to calculate property tax bills. CITYWIDE AND CRA TRENDS According to the Property Appraiser’s early estimates, Daytona Beach’s citywide taxable value is projected to grow from approximately $10.4 billion in 2025 to $11.7 billion in 2026, marking an increase of over $1.3 billion or 12.487%. According to the report, the value of new construction was $878,157,238, up more than 60% from last year. Daytona Beach includes five Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAs), which are specially designated districts where incremental tax revenue is reinvested locally to encourage revitalization and economic development. ?
WHAT’S NEXT? These numbers are preliminary and will be further refined before the certified taxable values are released by July 1. The City of Daytona Beach and its CRAs use these figures to guide budgeting, capital improvements and long-term planning efforts. The City Commission will set the tentative millage rate at their July 15 public meeting. ?
TOP COMMERCIAL SALES IN 2025
Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort 100 N. Atlantic Ave. | $112 million
The Napier | 2331 N. Williamson Blvd. | $73,360,000 Eagle Landing | 1479 Shady Place | $53,856,000
2025
2026
CHANGE
PERCENTAGE
CRAs BALLOUGH DOWNTOWN MAIN STREET MIDTOWN S. ATLANTIC
$35,146,289
$37,880,623
$2,734,334
7.7%
2026’S PRELIMINARY TAXABLE VALUES:
$284,252,009 $292,912,531 $8,660,522 $654,071,818 $673,618,825 $19,547,007 $179,727,947 $199,375,291 $19,647,344 $104,146,644 $118,116,338 $13,969,694
3%
2.9%
10.9% 13.4.%
CITYWIDE
10,439,779,262 11,743,242,860 1,303,463,598 12.48%
City of Daytona Beach www.DaytonaBeach.gov 301 S. Ridgewood Ave., Daytona Beach
STAFF REPORTS OFFER SNAPSHOT OF DEPARTMENTAL ACTIVITY & PROJECT STATUS In an effort to increase transparency and keep the public informed, the City of Daytona Beach is publishing its biweekly staff reports on the city’s website. The reports offer insight into the day-to-day operations and staff’s collaborative efforts across departments.
Produced twice each month, the reports provide a comprehensive overview of city-related activities, projects, programs and services.
The report includes information such as: • Major infrastructure and capital improvement projects • Public safety activities from police and fire departments • Parks and recreation programs and events • Planning, permitting and development updates
• Public works and utility initiatives • Economic development activities • Community engagement efforts
• Departmental accomplishments and operational highlights Reports can be found at www.DaytonaBeach.gov/StaffReports .
CITY URGES RESIDENTS TO PROPERLY DISPOSE OF LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES TO HELP PREVENT FIRES
Residents can recycle household lithium-ion batteries at the following locations at no charge: • Batteries Plus 2400 W. International Speedway Blvd., Suite 710, Daytona Beach Hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily Phone: (386) 255-2800 Recycle up to 11 pounds and 300 watt-hours of lithium batteries per day at no charge. • The Home Depot 2455 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach Hours: Monday-Saturday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Phone: (386) 257-5114 Accepted household lithium-ion batteries may be placed in the designated in-store recycling bin, typically located near the self-checkout area. • Tomoka Landfill Household Hazardous Waste Facility 1990 Tomoka Farms Road, Port Orange Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; closed Sundays Phone: (386) 943-7889 Residential customers may dispose of lithium-ion batteries and other household hazardous waste, including paint, gasoline, motor oil and chemicals, at no charge.
Lithium-ion batteries power many everyday items, including cell phones, laptops, tablets, power tools, e-bikes, rechargeable household devices and toys. Unfortunately, fires caused by improperly discarded lithium-ion batteries are on the rise. The City of Daytona Beach reminds residents that these batteries should never be placed in household garbage or recycling bins because they can ignite when damaged or crushed during collection and processing, posing a serious risk to sanitation workers, collection vehicles and waste facilities. Residents who have questions about proper battery disposal or solid waste collection may contact the Solid Waste Division at (386) 671-8670, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ?
ON THE move WITH PARKS & RECREATION
STEPS ACROSS CULTURES EVENT POSTPONED The City of Daytona Beach has postponed Steps Across Cultures: A Multicultural Event, which was scheduled for July 11 at Daisy Stocking Park City staff are working to schedule a new date and will share additional details as soon as they become available. The free event will celebrate the many cultures that make up the Daytona Beach community through food, music and dance. Vendors offering cultural goods, apparel and food will also have an opportunity to participate when the event is rescheduled. Thank you for your understanding. Please visit DaytonaBeach.gov and the city’s social media channels for updates on the new event date.
THANK YOU FOR ANOTHER GREAT MIDTOWN CONCERT SERIES
Thank you to everyone who joined us this year for the Midtown Concert Series at Daisy Stocking Park. From the opening performances to our final concert featuring Sax Therapyst and The Remedy, we appreciate everyone who attended, as well as the musicians, vendors and city staff who helped make this year’s series a success. While the concert series has wrapped up for the season, the fun continues with Midtown Sundayz. Join us from 3 to 8 p.m. July 12 for Red, White & Daisy Blue at Daisy Stocking Park, 555 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd. The event will feature music, food and activities for the community. In honor of Independence Day, free meals catered by Greg’s Seafood will be available for veterans and active-duty service members while supplies last.
PROGRAMS & EVENTS facility
BREAKERS PARK PLAY CONTINUES THROUGH JULY 30 Residents and visitors can enjoy free beachside games and activities from 1 to 4 p.m. every Thursday through July 30 at Breakers Oceanfront Park, 13 S. Atlantic Ave. The free program features beach volleyball, yard games, board games, chess, checkers and other family-friendly activities in an oceanfront setting. Residents and visitors are encouraged to bring family and friends and enjoy an afternoon of recreation by the beach.
For event details, visit: DaytonaBeach.gov .
FITNESS OPEN HOUSE Get moving and check out our upcoming Fitness Center Open House on Wednesday, July 8, from 3 to 8 p.m. at the John H. Dickerson Community Center, 308 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Enjoy an evening of music, fitness classes with Commissioner May, line dancing with Eddra, healthy food, beverages and snacks while exploring everything the fitness center has to offer. Whether you’re looking to start your fitness journey, meet new people or just have fun, there’s something for everyone at this free community event.
OPEN HOUSE FITNESS CENTER JOHN H. DICKERSON COMMUNITY CENTER JULY 08 FROM 3-8 P. M.
308 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Music | Fitness Classes Line Dancing with Eddra Healthy Food, Beverages and Snacks
SPONSORED BY ZONE 3 CITY COMMISSIONER QUANITA MAY
MAYOR VISITS CITY SUMMER CAMPS Mayor Derrick L. Henry is visiting Parks & Recreation summer camps as part of the Mayor’s Literacy Initiative, encouraging children to keep reading throughout the summer. During a recent visit to Sunnyland Park, campers welcomed the mayor with handmade signs before joining him for a storytime filled with questions, imagination and enthusiasm. The initiative promotes daily reading to help prevent summer learning loss and prepare students for a successful return to school. The mayor will continue visiting additional camp sites throughout the summer.
IN THE WORKS
JACKIE ROBINSON PARKWAY MAGNOLIA AVENUE BRIDGE
The Jackie Robinson Parkway/Magnolia Avenue bridge to City Island will be closed to through traffic from July 6 through July 27 while crews install a new water main. During the closure, access to City Island will be available via Orange Avenue. Signage will be posted, and motorists are encouraged to use caution when traveling in the area.
UPCOMING
STORMWATER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
To help keep the city’s stormwater system functioning efficiently, Utilities crews continue to perform maintenance throughout the city. To date this year, crews cleaned about 12.6 miles of stormwater pipes and inspected an additional about 1.2 miles using specialized camera equipment. They also maintained more than 60 miles of drainage ditches, cleaned 6,736 stormwater catch basins, and removed 2,897 cubic yards of debris from the city’s drainage system. This ongoing work helps improve water flow and reduce blockages.
ONGOING
ROAD RESURFACING & RESTORATION PROGRAM
The city has completed this year’s $4.8 million Citywide Road Resurfacing and Restoration Program, improving approximately 22 lane miles of streets. Staff has already begun developing the list of roadways for next year’s resurfacing program, which is expected to include the City Island parking lot and South Grandview Avenue from Harvey Avenue to International Speedway Boulevard.
RECENTLY COMPLETED
Save the date
TIME CAPSULE CEREMONY Saturday, July 18
As part of Daytona Beach’s yearlong sesquicentennial celebration, the city invites residents to a special time capsule ceremony at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 18, at Fire Station No. 1 Headquarters, 420 S. Ridgewood Ave. The time capsule will preserve a snapshot of life in Daytona Beach in 2026 and will remain sealed for 100 years, to be reopened July 18, 2126. Community members are encouraged to attend and take part by writing a personal message to future generations for inclusion in the time capsule. For more information about the city’s 150th anniversary celebration, visit DB150.com .
Upcoming Events
FREE TO ATTEND FOURTH OF JULY CEREMONY & PARADE Saturday, July 4 9 a.m. Ceremony 10 a.m. parade DaytonaBeach.gov FREE TO ATTEND SUMMER FUN ON THE RUN Wednesday, July 8 Noon to 3 p.m. John H. Dickerson Community 308 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. FREE TO ATTEND RED, WHITE & DAISY BLUE Sunday, July 12 3 to 8 p.m. Daisy Stocking Park 555 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd.
FREE TO ATTEND FITNESS OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, July 8 3 to 8 p.m. John H. Dickerson Community 308 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
OPEN HOUSE FITNESS CENTER JOHN H. DICKERSON COMMUNITY CENTER JULY 08 FROM 3-8 P. M.
308 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. This event is sponsored by Zone 3 Commissioner Quanita May
Music | Fitness Classes Line Dancing with Eddra Healthy Food, Beverages and Snacks
TICKETS REQUIRED CITY OF DAYTONA BEACH NIGHT AT JACKIE ROBINSON BALLPARK Saturday, July 11 6:35 p.m.
SPONSORED BY ZONE 3 CITY COMMISSIONER QUANITA MAY
Jackie Robinson Ballpark 105 East Orange Avenue
FREE TO ATTEND SESQUICENTENNIAL WEEKEND CELEBRATION July 24-26 DaytonaBeach.gov
Free meals provided to veterans and active-duty service members while supplies supplies last In observance of Independence Day, all City of Daytona Beach offices and facilities will be closed Friday, July 3. Garbage collection will operate on its regular schedule with no changes.
Thank you to our sponsors ICI Homes, Wharton-Smith, Inc., Florida Health Care Plans, Brown & Brown, Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort, Florida Power & Light, Chubb Law Accident & Injury Attorneys, Avalon Park Daytona Beach, Daytona International Speedway, Advent Health and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
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