State Budget Provides Funding for Relocation of Fuel Terminal

Posted On: June 13, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the State of Florida's FY 2024-25 budget on June 12, bringing positive developments to Volusia County with substantial funding allocated for two important projects. The budget allocates $10 million for the potential relocation of the proposed terminal in Ormond Beach and $2.1 million for the expansion of Volusia County's Emergency Operations Center in Daytona Beach.

The first allocation of $10 million could potentially fund the relocation of a fuel storage and distribution terminal currently proposed to be located in Ormond Beach to a more appropriate site in Volusia, Brevard, or Flagler County. Allocated directly to the Florida Department of Commerce, Volusia County will only apply for the funding if the applicant cooperates in relocating the terminal to an alternate location.

“Volusia County is grateful to the Governor, the State Legislature, and the Volusia County Legislative Delegation for responding to our request for funding and their support in helping to solve the community’s concern and potentially relocate the fuel terminal to a more suitable location,” said County Manager George Recktenwald.

Additionally, the budget allocates $2.1 million to expand Volusia County's Emergency Operations Center. The expanded area will function as a dual-purpose saferoom during emergencies and a training area during non-emergency periods. The facility will be enhanced to include bunk space for 70 people and equipped with necessary restroom facilities.