Help us shape the future of Daytona Beach

Online survey seeks feedback from residents
As your local government, we want to know how are we doin. Daytona Beach residents are invited to complete a community survey during the open participation window, which is through Feb. 20.

While taking about 16 minutes to complete, survey responses will help local policy makers better understand priorities for government action and citizen opinions on quality of life and public services. The survey includes questions about important characteristics of community, services provided by Daytona Beach and priorities for the future. Postcards were mailed to 2,400 randomly selected households last month. Residents notified by mail should not complete the online survey as well (the questions are the same).

Hydrant flushing helps maintain water quality

Utilities crews will be performing system maintenance starting at midnight through 7 a.m. Thursday in the areas of Orange Avenue to Beville Road and Nova Road to Ridgewood Avenue. Flushing is important in order to maintain the integrity of the water system to ensure the highest quality water possible to our customers. Flushing the water system on a regular basis removes sediment from lines and keeps the entire distribution system refreshed. Please be aware that minimal drops in water pressure may occur. Residents with concerns about their water can call (386) 671-8815.

Daytona 2 Beach Half Marathon is this weekend

The popular Daytona 2 Beach road race starts with a lap around the track at the world-famous Daytona International Speedway and takes runners on a scenic route through the city to the beachside before crossing the finish line at Victory Circle in One Daytona. Runners will cross two of Daytona Beach’s four bridges: the Veterans Memorial Bridge and the Broadway Bridge. The 13.1-mile race starts at 7:15 a.m. Sunday, Feb 12.

Additionally, a 5K will be offered for those interested in a shorter distance and gives families the option to compete together. The 5K course will be centered around the iconic Daytona International Speedway and One Daytona. The City of Daytona Beach is a major sponsor of the races.

City Commission to meet next Wednesday

The City Commission will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, at City Hall. Commission meetings are broadcast online and on Spectrum Channel 490. They are also recorded and available for viewing online. Residents can sign up to receive agendas via text or email.

Registration open for annual Easter Beach Run

Registration is open for this year’s annual Easter Beach Run, which is Saturday, April 8. Participants of all ages and fitness levels can enjoy a scenic view while traveling out and back for the 2-mile or 4-mile run/walk. Kids can participate in the 1/4-mile race, 50- and 100-yard dashes. New this year, the races will start on the beach behind Breakers Oceanfront Park at 13 S. Atlantic Ave. 

Kids’ races begin at 3:30 p.m. and the 2-mile/4-mile run/walk starts at 4 p.m.

2-mile/4-mile Run/Walk Registration
$35 and starting April 1, will be $40.
Seniors ages 60 and older can register for $30. Starting April 1, registration for seniors will be $35.
Youth ages 9 and under are $20.

Kids’ Races
Registration is $20 for youth to participate in the kids’ races.
This is a separate entry from the 2-mile/4-mile run/walk.

The Easter Beach Run is professionally chip-timed and limited to 750 participants (for all races). All participants (kid’s races, 2-mile and 4-mile) will receive a t-shirt and custom medal (shirt sizes are limited and first come, first served based on registration date).

The top three overall male and overall female participants in each age group for the 2-mile and 4-mile race will receive a custom charm. The overall top male and female 4-mile finishers will receive an engraved Tissot watch courtesy of the Easter Beach Run official Time Sponsor Tom Cook Jeweler.

This year’s Easter Beach Run sponsors include Academy Sports & Outdoors, AdventHealth, Brown & Brown Insurance, Florida Health Care Plans, Humana, Tom Cook Jeweler and Walmart.

For more information, call (386) 671-8250.

FEMA deadline for disaster assistance is Feb. 13

Applications for FEMA assistance and the U.S. Small Business Administration physical property damage loans due to Hurricane Nicole must be submitted by Feb. 13. Applications can be completed online, on the FEMA mobile app, by calling (800)-621-3362 or visiting the Disaster Recovery Center at the Florida Department of Health-Volusia, 1845 Holsonback Drive, Daytona Beach.