Infrastructure and Mitigation
About the Program
Volusia County has received Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to assist in recovery efforts from Hurricane Ian. $50 million of this funding has been allocated for infrastructure projects with an additional $42.9 million allocated for mitigation projects. These resources will be utilized to enhance Volusia County as a whole, underscoring dedication to ensure the safety, functionality, and long-term resiliency for the residents of Volusia County.
Please note: The application portal is currently closed for this program.
Infrastructure: activity includes any activity or group of activities (including acquisition or site or other improvements), whether carried out on public or private land, that assists the development of the physical assets that are designed to provide or support services to the general public in the following sectors:
- Public facilities
- Surface transportation, including roadways and bridges.
- Water resource projects to include potable water and wastewater.
- Broadband
- Stormwater and sewer facilities
- Hospitals
Infrastructure projects must have a tie-back to Hurricane Ian recovery efforts and benefit low-to-moderate income communities, funding is not available for operation and maintenance costs.
Mitigation: activities that increase resilience to future disasters and reduce or eliminate the long-term risk of loss of life, injury, damage to and loss of property, and suffering and hardship.
Davis Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA) Compliance
Infrastructure & Mitigation Program Application Guide
Selected Projects
Transform386 has presented two rounds of infrastructure and mitigation projects to the Volusia County Council for consideration, on November 19, 2024, and October 7, 2025. The County Council approved various projects during these meetings, allowing them to move forward toward implementation. The related agenda items can be viewed [here – November 19, 2024] and [here – October 7, 2025] for more information.
The County of Volusia is working hand-in-hand with its varied municipalities to ensure the success of each infrastructure project by utilizing both funds from HUD’s CDBG-DR grant and leveraged contributions from the respective municipalities. Below, you'll find the approved projects listed by city.
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $7,025,000 | Total Cost: $9,504,500
Daytona Beach Lift Station 15 Replacement – Round 1
This project seeks to replace Lift Station No. 15, located at 301 Wilson St. in Daytona Beach. This is a city-owned, wet-dry well type configuration lift station constructed in 1959. The station is located in Special Flood Hazard Area A and is subject to flooding during heavy rain events. The station sits within the 100-year floodplain. Failure of this station from flooding can potentially back up raw sewage into 3,500 structures.
Status: Environmental review in progress; 60% design plans submittal estimated 2/6/2026. Estimated design completion 5/15/2026
Daytona Beach Lift Station 17 Replacement – Round 1
This project seeks to replace Lift Station No. 17, located at 326 Parkway St. in Daytona Beach. This is a city-owned, wet-dry well type configuration lift station constructed in 1950. The station is located in Special Flood Hazard Area AE and is subject to flooding during heavy rain events. This project also includes the addition of an emergency generator.
Status: Environmental review in progress; 60% design plans submittal estimated 2/6/2026. Estimated design completion 5/15/2026
Daytona Beach Lift Station 18 Replacement – Round 1
This project seeks to replace Lift Station No. 18, located at 408 Madison Ave. in Daytona Beach. This is a city-owned, wet-dry well type configuration lift station constructed in 1950. The station itself and the majority of the gravity sanitary sewer mains which drain to the lift station are located within the 100-year FEMA floodplain. Failure of this station from flooding can potentially back up raw sewage into 3,300 structures. An emergency generator will also be included in the project.
Status: Environmental review in progress; 60% design plans submittal estimated 2/6/2026. Estimated design completion 5/15/2026
Daytona Beach Lift Station 22 Replacement – Round 1
This project seeks to replace Lift Station No. 22, located at 703 N. Beach St. in Daytona Beach. This is a city-owned, wet-dry well type configuration lift station constructed in 1950. The station is located in Special Flood Hazard Area AE and is subject to flooding during heavy rain events. Failure of this station from flooding can potentially back up raw sewage into 600 structures. An emergency generator will also be included in the project.
Status: Environmental review in progress; 60% design plans submittal estimated 2/6/2026. Estimated design completion 5/15/2026
Stormwater Studies
- Citywide Stormwater Model – In progress. Estimated completion 11/13/2027
- Army Corps of Engineers – County provided match
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $5,616,767 | Total Cost: $31,688,805
Sewer Improvement & Retrofit North of Dunlawton – Round 1
This project seeks to waterproof manholes and gravity sewer lines found to need rehabilitation and updates. The City has GIS mapped and condition assessed the sewer system and is developing a sewer asset management plan for long-term replacements and upgrades.
Status: Pending City executed Joint Project Agreement (JPA)
Master Station, Lift Station, & Force Main Improvements – Round 1
Replacing sewer force mains along SR A1A, improving all 12 City-owned lift stations, and installing emergency generators to prevent service interruption.
Status: Pending City executed Joint Project Agreement (JPA)
Stormwater Studies
- Stormwater Master Plan – Kickoff meeting 1/15. Estimated completion 6/10/2027
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $8,600,000 | Total Cost: $9,100,000
West Highbanks Flood Mitigation Project – Round 2
Replaces open ditch system and establishes stormwater backbone to mitigate flash flooding and improve conveyance and drainage capacity.
Status: Environmental review in progress; design complete. Estimated completion April 2026
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $727,500 | Total Cost: $727,500
Glen Eagles Acquisition & Stormwater Expansion – Round 2
Acquisition of a townhouse property in anticipation of stormwater expansion to reduce flooding in surrounding townhomes and community center.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Scheduling scope/design meeting
Stormwater Studies
- Orange Camp/Glen Eagles – In progress. Estimated completion Jan 2026
- DeLand Middle School/Water Reclamation – In progress. Estimated completion 3/1/2026
- NW DeLand/Heritage Place – In progress. Estimated completion 4/1/2026
- Saddlebrook Subdivision – In progress. Estimated completion 6/1/2026
- Victoria Park – In progress. Estimated completion 6/1/2026
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $1,342,308 | Total Cost: $2,684,615
Elkcam Blvd at Lake Helen Osteen Flood Mitigation – Round 2
Protects infrastructure and ensures roadway passability during storms.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Pending Joint Project Agreement (JPA) to begin design procurement
Lake Sweet Gum Stormwater Drainage Improvements – Round 2
Enables proactive lowering of lake levels prior to storm events to create storage capacity.
Status: Pending Joint Project Agreement (JPA) to begin design procurement
Stormwater Studies
- Providence Basin – In progress. Estimated completion 4/29/2027
- McGarity Basin – In progress. Estimated completion 4/29/2027
- Gleason Basin – In progress. Estimated completion 4/29/2027
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $4,646,000 | Total Cost: $6,241,573
Canal Armoring – Round 1
Stabilizing canal banks and bottoms, repairing damaged infrastructure, and planting vegetation.
Status: Bid package being prepared; pre-bid meeting scheduled 1/27/2026
Floodproofing & Hardening WWTP – Round 1
Hardening operations building for wind and flood protection after Hurricane Ian impacts.
Status: Environmental review in progress; design kickoff 1/13/2026
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $4,681,181 | Total Cost: $6,250,000
Chemical Tank Replacements – Round 1
The City of Holly Hill seeks to install (1) liquid chlorine tank and (1) liquid sulfur dioxide tank at the Wastewater Treatment Facility as well as (1) liquid chlorine tank at the Water Treatment Facility. Work will include new chlorine feed lines and new metering pumps with SCADA control. Tanks will be raised and tied down so they are flood proof, and electrical components, pumps, and monitoring equipment will be raised above the flood zone. The chemical tank areas have flooded significantly during the May 2009 rain event and Hurricane Ian in 2022.
Status: Environmental review in progress; 90% design plans on file. Estimated design completion 1/7/2026
Storm Sewer Pipe Lining – Round 1
The City of Holly Hill proposes to line approximately 4.2 miles of drainage pipe. It has been determined that the storm sewer pipes most in need of repair are those east of Ridgewood Avenue. It is anticipated that 50% of pipes to be lined are 24" and the other half 36". This will seal cracks, reduce localized flooding, potentially prevent collapse of roadways, and help ensure drainage continues toward the river once conditions allow.
Status: Environmental review complete. Bid package being prepared for posting
Stormwater Study
- Stormwater Study – In progress. Estimated completion 2/1/2027
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $4,934,196.81 | Total Cost: $6,949,572.97
Corbin Park Stormwater Improvements – Round 1
This project seeks to install extensive drainage improvements including several thousand feet of conveyance pipe, numerous inlet structures, and manholes to redirect stormwater away from properties. It also includes treatment swales, additional outfall structures with backflow preventors, utility relocations, and roadway replacements needed to install the drainage improvements. This project will reduce flooding risk noted after Hurricane Ian.
Status: Environmental review complete; awaiting HUD authorization. Design complete. Construction pending award to selected vendor
Stormwater Study
- Master Plan Phase II – On 1/20 Council agenda for approval
Non-Profit / Partner Project
New Smyrna Housing Authority – Historic Westside NSB Infrastructure and Stormwater Mitigation – Round 2
The Housing Authority is coordinating with the City to address neighborhood and community stormwater/infrastructure concerns while rebuilding the Live Oak Homes into a modern housing campus for mixed-income housing. This effort is being coordinated with broader city infrastructure improvements.
Status: JPA executed. Pending scope from applicant to procure design
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $15,268,656 | Total Cost: $18,388,656
Mill Lake Mitigation and Improvement Project – Round 1
This project intends to replace the existing 1.5 cfs stormwater pump station and install a new 25 cfs stormwater pump station for Industrial Park and discharge to Mill Lake, including 2,800 feet of a 30-inch force main. It also includes replacing the existing 1.5 cfs pump station with a new 50 cfs station for Mill Lake and discharging to the City’s recently acquired borrow pit via 13,750 feet of 36-inch force main. This will alleviate flooding issues experienced during Hurricane Ian in 2022.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Conceptual design submittal estimated 1/14. Estimated design completion 8/10/2026
Stormwater Study
- East Graves Ave / Marshall Pond / East Rhode Island – Kickoff meeting scheduled 2/3/2026. Estimated completion 11/10/2026
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $8,789,861 | Total Cost: $17,579,721
Fleming Ave Pump Station and Forcemain
The intended project is designed to reduced flooding in the center of the City between Nova and US-1 North of Arroyo Parkway to the Tomoka River.
Status: JPA pending City Commission approval (meeting scheduled 1/20). Design complete. Pending TA for environmental review
Stormwater Studies
- N US-1 Ormond Lakes – In progress. Estimated completion 3/6/2026
- Bear Creek – In progress. Estimated completion 2/27/2026
- Brookwood & Tomoka – In progress. Estimated completion 2/27/2026
- Durrance Acres – In progress. Estimated completion 5/27/2026
- Hidden Hills – In progress. Estimated completion 2/27/2026
Non-Profit Project (located in Ormond Beach)
PACE Volusia Capital Project – Round 1
This project seeks to build a new facility serving at-risk girls in Volusia and Flagler counties. Hurricane Ian's impact in 2022 necessitated an 8-month relocation to Nova Gymnasium, highlighting the vulnerability of the current center to natural disasters. Roof damage led to extensive water-related destruction across multiple sections and floors, requiring significant repairs and replacements of flooring, ceilings, fixtures, and structural components.
Status: On hold; applicant underwent organizational restructuring. Pending meeting to discuss project
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $21,685,000 | Total Cost: $47,727,540
Sugar Forest Stormwater Drainage Improvements – Round 2
Redirects stormwater away from neighborhood streets and homes, providing flood mitigation for more than 145 structures.
Status: Pending 30% plans to begin environmental review. Estimated design completion June 2026
Portona Area Acquisition and Stormwater Pond – Round 2
Construction of stormwater ponds to reduce flood risk and improve runoff management.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Estimated completion April 2026. Scope pending Public Works review
Sleepy Hollow Stormwater Drainage Improvements – Round 2
New collection piping, pump station, and outfall improvements to enhance flood control and drainage efficiency.
Status: Pending 30% plans to begin environmental review. Scope pending Public Works review
Powers Ave Acquisition and Stormwater Pond – Round 2
Acquisition of residential properties followed by demolition and construction of stormwater retention pond.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Estimated completion April 2026. Pending scope from City
Stormwater Studies
- Nova Rd Canal – Pending fee schedule. Tentative February 2026 agenda item
- B19 Canal – In progress. Estimated completion 2/14/2027
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $10,775,000 | Total Cost: $14,740,271
Lantern Park Stormwater Pond – Round 1
Construction of a large stormwater pond to alleviate catastrophic flooding in the Lantern Park subdivision.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Design in progress; estimated completion 5/22/2026
Sherwood Forest Stormwater Pond – Round 1
Construction of stormwater pond and pump station with generator to maintain pond levels during storms.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Design in progress; estimated completion 9/30/2026
Stevens Canal Bank Stabilization – Round 1
Stabilization of canal banks using sheet piling to prevent severe erosion following storm events.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Design in progress; estimated completion 11/4/2026
Aspen Stormwater Pond Expansion – Phases 1 & 2
Expansion of existing stormwater pond and replacement of pump station to alleviate flooding in Big Tree Village.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Estimated completion April 2026. Design in progress; 30% plans on file
Stormwater Study
- Stormwater Master Plan – Kickoff meeting 1/12/2026. Estimated completion 5/28/2028
Infrastructure – Total Grant: $20,051,000 | Total Cost: $25,318,000
EMS Operations Building – Round 1
Relocation and renovation of EMS Operations Headquarters to provide adequate space for emergency services.
Status: Environmental review complete. CMGC procuring construction
N Beach Street Elevation – Round 1
Elevation improvements to roadway infrastructure to mitigate flood impacts.
Status: Environmental review in progress. 60% plans on file
E Taylor Rd Pump Station & Water Retention Expansion – Round 2
Expansion of existing pond and installation of pump station to increase storage capacity.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Awaiting RFP from Public Works
Stormwater Studies
- Spruce Creek Phase I – In progress. Estimated completion 4/5/2026
- Spruce Creek Phase II – Kickoff meeting scheduled 2/2/2026
- Little Haw Creek – In progress. Estimated completion 3/30/2027
- Deep Creek – In progress. Estimated completion 2/13/2027
- DeLand Ridge – In progress. Estimated completion 8/6/2026
SMA Healthcare Ridgewood Flood Mitigation
Waterproofing of existing facility to protect against hurricane-related flooding.
Status: Environmental review in progress
PACE Center for Girls – Pace Volusia Capital Project
New facility serving at-risk girls in Volusia and Flagler counties.
Status: On hold due to organizational restructuring
Domestic Abuse Council Shelter
Shelter improvements to support survivors of domestic violence.
Status: Pending updated proposal from applicant
Halifax Urban Ministries – Hope Place
Roof replacement to improve safety, durability, and storm resilience.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Estimated completion February 2026
Mid-Florida Housing Partnership – Palmetto House Roofing
Roof replacement to maintain safe housing for low-income residents.
Status: Environmental review in progress. Estimated completion February 2026
NSB Housing Authority – Historic Westside Infrastructure & Stormwater Mitigation
Infrastructure improvements coordinated with City stormwater projects.
Status: JPA executed. Pending scope from applicant to procure design