Watch replay of City Commission meeting

City commissioners met Wednesday night and people who were not able to attend can watch a replay of the meeting from the convenience of their personal computer or mobile device.

At the meeting, commissioners approved several rezoning requests, the appointment of Benjamin Gross to serve as the city attorney, multiple grant applications and distribution of Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery funds. They also had a discussion regarding installing lighting and cameras at city parks, facilities and other locations.

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Dispose of old tires at free county event Friday

Do you have any old tires laying around, collecting rainwater and attracting mosquitoes? If so, let Volusia County Mosquito Control and the Volusia County Department of Health get those eyesores out of sight!

Volusia County Mosquito Control is hosting Tire Amnesty Day from 7 a.m. to noon Friday, May 19. Volusia County residents can drop off up to 20 tires for free at the Volusia County Health Department, 1845 Holsonback Drive.

Enjoy free concert Saturday night

Enjoy a free concert Saturday, May 20, starting at 7 p.m. at Cypress Park. The Treggie Reese Band featuring Tony T. Scott Owens will be performing songs from their album "Praise Button'' as well as their new single release, “The World's Love.” Attendees can enjoy Line Dancing with Eddra from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Food and drink vendors will be onsite. The Midtown Music Concert Series is sponsored by Humana and United Healthcare.

Building permit fees waived in Midtown

The city is continuing to encourage private investment in its core area by waiving building permit fees as an incentive. Since the two-year program began in October 2021, 913 residential and commercial permits have been issued, representing a job value of $14 million for repair, upgrades and beautification projects. To date, a total of $450,730 in permit fees have been waived.

Roof replacements, upgraded electrical and fire suppression systems and new fences, doors, windows and air conditioners are some examples of the investment being made by residential and commercial property owners in the area bordered by Mason Avenue to Shady Place and Ridgewood Avenue to Nova Road.

Permit applications are available online and can also be picked up at the Permits and Licensing office at City Hall, 301 S. Ridgewood Ave. Completed applications can be dropped off from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, faxed to (386) 671-8149 or submitted via email. For more information, call (386) 671-8178.

Shop Saturday morning at the Downtown Farmers' Market

City spay and neuter pet ordinance

Did you know that spaying or neutering pets provides them with a chance for a longer and healthier life? It can reduce their urge to roam and decrease the risk of contracting diseases or getting hurt when they roam. The City of Daytona Beach has a mandatory spay and neuter ordinance, which requires all dogs and cats six months and older to be spayed or neutered.

The Redinger Spay/Neuter Clinic is a state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by Halifax Humane Society that provides low-cost services. The Redinger Clinic is at 600 Mason Avenue, Suite 150. For more information, call (386) 310-4935.

Juneteenth 5K, parade and festival planned

The Juneteenth Festival in Daytona Beach is one of the state's longest-running and largest celebrations. New this year, there will be a 5K run/walk and parade.

The inaugural Juneteenth Freedom Day 5K run/walk is at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 17, in the Riverfront Esplanade.

Parade entries are being taken for the Juneteenth Community Parade that starts at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 17. The parade will travel Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard, down Keech Street to George W. Engram Boulevard and end at Cypress Park, the location of the Juneteenth Festival.

The free, all-day festival will feature live music, food vendors, merchandise, sponsor interactive activity booths, dancing, children’s games, educational activities and an annual Pound Cake Contest. In addition, proceeds will help support college scholarships for area youth.

The Juneteenth Hometown Hero awards banquet will be at 6 p.m. Monday, June 19, at the Mori Hosseini Student Union at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

For more information, call (386) 227-7220 or contact organizers via email.

Enjoy Memorial Day weekend at the Bandshell

Enjoy music at the Daytona Beach Bandshell all summer starting Memorial Day weekend!

Country music superstar Brian Kelley, aka “Beach Cowboy,” will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 26. Tickets are available at bit.ly/3ImubgS.

Saturday night, the free Star Spangled Concert Series starts with a performance at 7:15 p.m. by the Turnstiles: Billy Joel tribute. This concert is presented by the Boardwalk Merchants and Friends of the Bandshell and is followed by the “Bud Light - Lights Up Daytona” fireworks display at about 9:45 p.m.

The free Sounds of Summer Concert Series begins with a performance at 7:15 p.m. by Invincible & So Like Pink: Pat Benatar & Pink tributes Friday, June 2.

The free Friday and Saturday night concerts will continues all summer through September. VIP tickets for the Friday and Saturday night concerts are available for $15 plus applicable surcharges. Also, all summer, the Saturday night concerts will be followed by the “Bud Light - Lights Up Daytona” fireworks display at about 9:45 p.m. The Saturday night summer fireworks are sponsored in part by the City of Daytona Beach.

Tickets on sale to see Brian Kelley at the Bandshell