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- Volusia County
- 2/5/25
- 02/13/2025
- 195 Minutes
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Overview: The Volusia Environmental Committee meeting focused on the need for improved flood management strategies, emphasizing the rising threat of extreme rainfall and the necessity of updating local policies to mitigate future risks. Key topics of discussion included the integration of advanced flood modeling data, the revision of stormwater ordinances, and the potential impacts of legislative changes on infrastructure planning.
- FL
- Volusia County
- 2/4/25
- 02/04/2025
- 271 Minutes
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Overview: In a decision during the recent Volusia County Council meeting, members unanimously voted to uphold a 30-dog limit for the Southern Coast K9 facility, a longstanding business facing zoning and noise issues. The decision came after extensive discussion and public comment from residents, who expressed strong concerns about noise, traffic, and the disruption to their quality of life caused by the facility’s operations.
- FL
- Volusia County
- 1/30/25
- 01/30/2025
- 57 Minutes
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Overview: The Volusia ECHO Advisory Committee meeting focused on advancing several significant projects and revising the budget for the African-American Museum of the Arts. Members evaluated grant eligibility, approved budget amendments, and discussed project progress.
- FL
- Volusia County
- 1/21/25
- 01/21/2025
- 375 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Volusia County Council meeting was dominated by urgent discussions on persistent flooding issues in the Miller Lake area, the need for infrastructure improvements, and the financial support required for local homelessness initiatives. Residents from Miller Lake expressed frustration over ongoing flooding, with calls for immediate government action and better communication. The council also tackled housing challenges, particularly in flood-prone areas, and debated funding for the First Step Shelter, which assists the homeless community.
- FL
- Volusia County
- 1/16/25
- 01/16/2025
- 291 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: In a step towards improving local stormwater management, the Volusia Planning Commission approved a set of proposed amendments to stormwater regulations, forwarding them to the County Council with a recommendation for adoption. The commission’s decision followed discussions on the challenges posed by existing systems and the need for robust regulations to accommodate environmental changes.
