DeBary approves joint agreement with Volusia County for $8.6M West Highbanks flood mitigation project The council authorized a joint project agreement with Volusia County to implement a shovel‑ready West Highbanks stormwater project funded primarily by an $8.6 million HUD/CDBG award. The county will handle procurement and construction; the city’s match is $500,000 and the city must cover any costs above the grant amount.

DeBary is set to transform West Highbanks Road with an $8.6 million stormwater project, paving the way for a more sustainable future!

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DeBary Council Considers Stormwater System Funding and Infrastructure Improvements Council discusses equity in stormwater management fees and infrastructure financing strategies.

DeBary's city council is tackling urgent stormwater management issues that could reshape how residents are charged for essential services, highlighting stark inequalities in funding and infrastructure.

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Volusia County subcommittee develops comprehensive stormwater action plan with regional integration Subcommittee works on unifying stormwater projects across Volusia County for better funding.

DeBary's City Council is taking bold steps to tackle stormwater challenges with a new comprehensive action plan, but residents may need to brace for a lengthy wait before seeing results.

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