DeBary Business Beat

February 2023

Future Projects Planned for DeBary

State of the City Recap

Couldn't make it to the State of the City last month? No worries! We have the City's entire presentation recorded - and trust me, you'll want to see all the exciting things coming to DeBary that could positively impact your business!

State of the City Recap

During the Mayor's Presentation, she invited Mosaic Development on stage to talk about their Mainstreet DeBary project breaking ground across from the SunRail Station at the end of this year! View the concept video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSkdhSK7Jeg

Mainstreet DeBary

We are also excited to announce Alexander Island! This area of land is located on Ft. Florida Road along the St. John's River. The City is looking forward to purchasing this land and opening it up to the public for residents and visitors to experience a passive park with fishing, kayaking, biking, hiking, and more! This property will attract eco-tourism enthusiasts from all over to experience the beautiful nature we have right here in DeBary!

Hurricane Assistance

The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance and/or property damage loan through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) due to Hurricane Nicole is

Monday, Feb. 13th

To apply for FEMA assistance, visit disasterassistance.gov, use FEMA's mobile app, or call 800-621-3362. FEMA and SBA representatives are also available at The Center at Deltona (1640 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd. Deltona.

Upcoming deadlines, by storm and type of assistance, are:

Feb 13, 2023: FEMA assistance and SBA physical property damage loans (Hurricane Nicole)
June 29, 2023: SBA economic injury loan (Hurricane Ian)
Sept. 13, 2023: SBA economic injury loans (Hurricane Nicole)

An SBA loan application for physical property damage and economic injury may be submitted at disasterloanassistance.sba.gov/ela/s/ or by visiting a DRC. The SBA is also operating a Business Recovery Center (BRC) at the Daytona Beach Regional Library (City Island), 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach. For additional information about SBA loans, call 800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.

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Learning and Resources

Social Media Marketing Strategies for your Business

Thursday: February 2, 2023, 1 p.m. EST

Social media can be a powerful tool for small business owners to market their products and services directly to their customers. However, social media can also be overwhelming. In this interactive seminar you will learn:

How to create a content calendar
How to choose which platforms make sense for your business
The right times to post on each platform and how often
What type of content to post for the best engagement
What are the best social media advertising options

DeBary Building Permits have Moved ONLINE!

Our Building Department's permitting process has become simpler and is now completely ONLINE! No more waiting at City Hall to permit your next project. Starting February 1st, all building department operations are conducted through the CitizenServe online software.

We appreciate your understanding during this transitional period!

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Building Department at 386-601-0212.

Online Building Permits

Celebrating DeBary Businesses

Devoted Managed Care Insurance

On January 27, 2023, Vice-Mayor Butlien and Councilmember Sell stopped by Devoted Managed Care Insurance to welcome their new business to DeBary!

Follow Devoted Managed Care Insurance on Facebook

New to DeBary and want to schedule a Ribbon Cutting with our elected officials? We love celebrating our Business community! Email Kasey at khewitt@debary.org to get started.

“To be successful you have to have your heart in your business and your business in your heart.”

― Thomas J. Watson, former CEO of IBM

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