With Hurricane Season beginning on June 1st, now is a great time to revisit your hurricane kit and plan for any potential storms. Hurricanes put businesses at risk of structural damage, content damage, interruption of operations, and employee displacement.

Below are a couple of resources to help you get your business prepared for the upcoming hurricane season:

We are excited to congratulate Rise Realty on the successful opening of their new office at 15 S. Charles Richard Beall Blvd., DeBary. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on April 9th, attended by Mayor Chasez, Vice Mayor Butlien, and Councilmember Stevenson. Welcome to the DeBary business community!

Step into serenity with Kim O’Neil and her staff at Jazz’n Day Spa, nestled in the heart of DeBary! Kim's passion shines through every service—from rejuvenating facials to therapeutic massages—all delivered in a clean, calm, and welcoming atmosphere. But what truly sets Jazz’n apart is Kim’s dedication to supporting fellow small businesses; every product you purchase here uplifts another local entrepreneur.​

Learn more and book your appointment at https://jazzndayspa.com/.​

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Opening May 7, 2025: $10,000 Disaster Recovery Grants for Small Businesses

The Backing Small Businesses grant program, supported by American Express, is expanding to support disaster recovery. Applications are open from Wednesday, May 7 through Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Eligible small business owners who have been impacted by a natural disaster since January 2024 can apply for one of 100 available $10,000 grants to aid in their recovery efforts. More details on the application process for 400 grants available under our broader program will be announced in June.

Interested in learning more about the program? Please join us for an informational webinar on Tuesday, May 6, at 1 p.m. CT. In the session, we’ll cover the following topics:

• Program overview
• Eligibility requirements
• Eligible grant expenses
• Review criteria
• Application best practices

Please register through the link below. All registrants will receive a recording of the webinar after the session.

Our first Comprehensive Plan Update Workshop will take place on May 7, 2025, at 5:30 PM.

This is YOUR opportunity to help shape DeBary’s future by sharing your input on how our city should grow and develop over the next 20 years.

This update is part of a required cycle, as all municipalities and counties in Florida must review and revise their Comprehensive Plans every seven years under State law.

Voice your thoughts and join in on the discussion!