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Issue #764

04 Dec

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🏛️ Ormond Beach Turns Down Daytona’s $2.3 M Offer in Avalon Park Water Dispute

The Ormond Beach, FL City Commission voted 4–1 on Dec. 2 to reject a $2.3 million settlement offer from Daytona Beach, FL — an offer that would have bought out Ormond Beach’s wholesale water and wastewater‑service rights for the planned Avalon Park Daytona Beach development.

The settlement proposal would have ended years of contention rooted in a 2006 agreement between the two cities. Under that original agreement, Ormond Beach would supply water and sewer services at wholesale rates. As Avalon Park evolved — now slated for nearly 8,000 homes — and other annexation and utility‑service complications surfaced, tensions flared again. Rejecting the offer means Ormond Beach and Daytona Beach proceed to mediation, with a court docket sounding scheduled for Dec. 3 ahead of trial.

During a “shade meeting” held privately with legal counsel, commissioners received an update and asked questions — though no public discussion accompanied the final vote. Mayor Jason Leslie described the meeting as “very similar to meeting individually with staff,” noting commission members got a full update before reconvening. The lone dissenting vote came from Commissioner Travis Sargent.

Supporters of rejecting the deal argue that accepting the buyout would cede long‑term utility rights and income to Daytona Beach. Meanwhile, critics — including former commission member Jeff Boyle — say the refusal ignores a rare chance to avoid costly litigation and uncertain future infrastructure investments. Boyle noted the city has already spent around $320,000 in legal fees and warned the costs could rise significantly before resolution.

🔐 Managing Your Digital Footprint: What to Know

As it becomes increasingly difficult to erase our digital trails, experts are stressing the importance of managing one’s online presence proactively. The media coverage from WESH 2 News offers some practical advice on handling what we leave behind — from social‑media posts to browsing history, and everything in between.

According to Josh Hammonds, Chair of Communications at Rollins College, “when we signed up for social media, we all took an exchange — we exchanged our privacy for the comfort of connection.” That trade‑off means that even deleted posts might linger — someone might screenshot or archive them.

For those concerned about old posts resurfacing — especially in job searches or public scrutiny — cleaning up your digital footprint may involve serious effort. One option is to hire a privacy‑management service, which some companies offer for around $200/year. However, not all records can be erased; for example, certain public or governmental documents may remain permanently accessible online.

Industry experts recommend several solid steps: use strong, unique passwords and enable two‑factor authentication; carefully review privacy settings; and periodically “doxx yourself” — that is, search your own name and info to see what’s publicly available, then request removal where possible.

Source: WESH.com

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 Thu Dec 4

  • Event: 🧺Ormond Beach Farmer's Market, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Ormond Beach City Hall, 22 S Beach St, Ormond Beach
    Located at City Hall Plaza, this market features fresh local produce, baked goods, honey, plants, and artisan crafts.

  Fri Dec 5

  • Event: 🎭 <CMTW Presents Frozen Jr.>, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Ormond Beach Performing Arts, 399 U.S. Rte 1, Ormond Beach The Children's Musical Theatre Workshop presents "Frozen Jr.", bringing the magical land of Arendelle to life on stage

  • Event: 🎄 <66th Annual Holly Hill Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony>, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Holly Hill Municipal Building (City Hall), 1065 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill Join in one of Holly Hill's most cherished traditions on the front steps of City Hall. Enjoy holiday cheer, festive performances, and a special visit from Santa Claus!

 Sat Dec 6

  • Event: 🎄66th Annual Holly Hill Christmas Parade, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Ridgewood Ave (US-1), 1065 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill
    Celebrate the season with the "Home for the Holidays" parade featuring floats, bands, and performers. The route begins at Sickler Drive and travels north on Ridgewood Avenue to City Hall.

  • Event: ❄️CMTW Presents Frozen Jr., 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 U.S. Rte 1, Ormond Beach
    Presented by the Children's Musical Theatre Workshop, this production brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life on stage, featuring memorable songs from the animated film.

  • Event: 💚Grinchmas Seaglass Tree Craft Class, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach
    Create your own beautiful, perfectly crooked "Grinch" seaglass tree complete with fairy lights and a heart ornament in this guided craft workshop.

  • Event: 🎸TruPhonic brings in the Funk, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 U.S. Rte 1, Ormond Beach
    Enjoy a high-energy live performance by TruPhonic, fusing the sounds of Funk, Rock, Jam, Blues, and Soul at Destination Daytona.

  • Event: 🎤Kava Kula's Talent, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Kava Kula Kava Bar & Lounge, 142 E Granada Blvd #213/214, Ormond Beach
    A community talent showcase where singers, musicians, poets, and comedians take the stage to perform and compete.

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