Deltona’s code compliance manager reported to the commission on July 7 that the department will resume targeted enforcement sweeps and will host a workshop on trap‑neuter‑return (TNR) on July 28.

"We start with a door hanger — it's like a courtesy," Danny Rod, code compliance manager, said while running through the department’s enforcement steps. Rod outlined a standard escalation: courtesy notice (door hanger), abatement notice/notice of violation (including posting on property and certified mail as required by Florida statute), and, if necessary, a hearing before the special magistrate, which can result in fines or liens.

Rod showed monthly dashboard numbers dating back to January and said some counts declined in June because staff moved offices and four officers attended a week‑long certification conference. He said animal control impounds are constrained by a quarantine at Halifax Humane Society and that New Hope Humane Society has limited capacity; Halifax remains the primary partner. On operations, Rod said contracted vendors abate nuisance properties when owners do not comply; common abatement tasks include grass cutting, trash removal and securing abandoned structures or pools.

Commissioners asked for district‑level reporting on complaints and enforcement. Commissioner Villavazquez requested that the department resume sending monthly district reports so commissioners can track cases in their districts. Rod agreed. He also said the department plans to conduct Wednesday sweeps, using animal control officers to assist, and to concentrate on high‑complaint areas first.

On timeframes, Rod said a courtesy notice typically allows seven to 14 days for correction; an official notice tied to certified mail and posting is usually a minimum of 10 days before a hearing. He stressed that the special magistrate process allows property owners time to comply and that lack of presence at a hearing may shorten time allowances.

Commissioners pressed about relocation of feral cat colonies and the intersection with businesses. Commissioner Colwell suggested staff and legal identify options to relocate colonies that pose health or nuisance issues near restaurants; Vice Mayor Harriott asked staff to include prohibition options around restaurants in the TNR workshop discussion.

Rod said the department has vacancies that are challenging to fill and needs vehicles (an item staff said will be presented at a future commission meeting because vehicles over $25,000 require procurement review). He closed by thanking staff and noting the difficulty of knocking on doors for compliance work.