Cheers to 30 Years: DeBary's Milestone Anniversary Celebration
We're thrilled to invite you to the grand celebration of the City of DeBary's 30th anniversary! Join us for a night of elegance, nostalgia, and fun on December 30, 2023, at the enchanting DeBary Hall Historic Site.

Event Details:
 Date: December 30, 2023
 Time: 6pm-10pm
 Venue: DeBary Hall Historic Site (198 Sunrise Blvd. DeBary, FL)
 Tickets: $45/each. Available for purchase at DeBary City Hall (16 Colomba Rd) beginning Monday, November 6, 2023 at 8:30am

Your ticket will include dinner, dancing, valet parking, cocktail reception, champagne toast, commemorative champagne flute, and an elegant photo opportunity in front of DeBary Hall, adorned for the holiday season.

We encourage all attendees to embrace the glamour of the past by donning their best 1880s-1920s attire or black-tie optional.

To reserve your seat, payment must be made via check or card at DeBary City Hall. Please note that card payments will incur a 2.75% service charge. Seating is limited, and tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Secure your spot early for this unforgettable night! Tickets may be purchased at City Hall Monday-Friday, between 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (closed for Veterans Day on November 10).

Can't make this event? Don't worry! We will have lots of extra fun and festivities in honor of our 30th sprinkled in our FREE December 2nd Tree Lighting event at Gateway! Hope to see you there!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS for helping us to keep the event tickets low:
Duke Energy
Cobb Cole
Fishback Dominik
Brown and Brown
Mayor Karen Chasez
Kimley Horn
Halifax Health
Missed the Live Local Act Workshop?
If you were unable to attend Tuesday's informational workshop, you can watch the video by clicking the button below:
The Governor and the Florida Legislature passed and signed into law Senate Bill 102 known as the Live Local Act. It is a comprehensive statewide workforce strategy, designed to increase the availability of affordable housing opportunities for Florida’s workforce, who desire to live within the communities they serve. In addition to the multitude of new programs, incentives and opportunities, this legislation works to refocus Florida’s housing strategy in ways that make housing more attainable. Although parts of the Act have great programs and incentives, the business side of this Act presents overwhelming concerns for DeBary. In reality, this Act poses many threats that could have a significant impact in individual subdivisions, resident property values and ad valorem property tax rates.  You can read the full bill at this link.
What can residents do?

Because this is a state law, residents can reach out to state representatives to encourage changes to the statutes impacted by this bill.  

We have drafted a letter residents can use and below is a list of legislators and their email addresses you can write. 

You can download the letter here and copy and paste it into an email. Let your voices be heard.

Together we can make a difference!
Revisions include: 

1.    Exempt Commercial, Industrial and Mixed Uses within PUDs
2.    Eliminate 80%-120% Median Income Range Use 80% or less only Median Income Range Only Force Developers to use Tax Exemptions to Subsidize Rental Rates
3.    Exempt Jurisdictions with populations of 30,000 or less and/or less than $50M in annual General Fund Revenues
4.    Eliminate Highest Density Requirement Establish a Maximum of 12 Units/Acre, which a city may expand if they desire
5.    Eliminate Automatic Administrative Approvals
6.    Eliminate Affidavits Institute Audit Authority; Annual Audits
7.    Revise mixed use minimum square footage and establish a maximum of 75% square feet for multifamily
 Clarify language in section 166.04151(7)(h) to include commercial and mixed use to the recreational waterfront exemption. 
Below is a list of legislators and their email addresses you can write. 

( President of the Senate and the chief Sponsor of the live local bill)
Updates will be posted on DeBary.org/livelocal
Hot Competition Ahead!
The City of DeBary Chili Cook-Off and Tree Lighting Event is just around the corner, and we've got room for 5 more amazing chili teams! Don't miss your chance to be crowned the Chili Champion of DeBary. Gather your crew and sign up today!

For all the juicy details, give us a ring at 386-601-0202.
More Upcoming Holiday Events!
Stay Cozy with DeBary's Winter 2023 Digest - Now Available!
Don't Miss a Beat!
The Winter 2023 Edition of DeBary Digest has been sent out to residents, so make sure to check your mailboxes! It's also available to read digitally here: Click Me! 

Make your voice heard! Please take a few moments of your time to complete a brief survey regarding the DeBary Digest so that we may continuously tailor it to suit your needs! Take the survey here: Take the Survey!
Missed the VSO Public CompStat Meeting This Morning?
Thank You, Veterans
On this upcoming Veterans Day, the City of DeBary extends heartfelt gratitude to all who have bravely served our nation.

We want to shine a special light on some of our own heroes here at City Hall:

  • Sergeant Alex Tolbert, U.S. Army
  • Corporal Bailey Hart, U.S. Marine Corps
  • Sergeant Cristina Raimundo, U.S. Marine Corps
  • Colonel Steven Bapp, U.S. Army

Your unwavering dedication and sacrifice have ensured our freedom, and for that, we are forever thankful. Let us honor and celebrate our veterans today and every day.
Alex Tolbert, Stormwater Crew Chief
Bailey Hart, Public Works Program Coordinator
Cristina Raimundo, Communications Specialist
Steven Bapp, Growth Management Director
If you have any questions regarding the information above, email info@debary.org
386-668-2040 | info@debary.org | DeBary.org
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