Fourth of July coronavirus update

News from Representative Waltz

Dear Friend,

This weekend, we celebrate America’s 244th birthday. While this year’s Fourth of July celebrations will look a little different in our community, I hope each of you will take time this weekend to remember how blessed we are to live in the greatest nation on earth.

I also wanted to share some information on what’s open and closed in each county and how you can still celebrate this Fourth of July weekend while remaining safe.

Volusia County:

Mask mandates in Volusia County:
- Daytona Beach has issued mandatory mask requirements
- New Smyrna Beach has issued mandatory mask requirements
  - Applies inside and outside when you cannot socially distance
- DeLand has issued mandatory mask requirements
Fourth of July fireworks and celebrations:

Daytona Beach: Fireworks have been canceled and Friday/Saturday night concerts at the Daytona Beach Bandshell are postponed until July 10
DeLand: The Firecracker Festival has been canceled but will most likely be rescheduled for Labor Day weekend
Deltona: Fireworks have been postponed until Labor Day weekend
Edgewater: The EDGEfest 4th of July Celebration has been canceled (date for a rescheduled event will be determined at a later date)
New Smyrna Beach: Fireworks have been postponed until further notice
Ormond Beach: Fireworks have been postponed until Labor Day weekend
Port Orange: Fireworks have been postponed until further notice but in the meantime, Port Orange will be celebrating virtually

Volusia County beaches will remain OPEN for the Fourth of July weekend. Social distancing is required and other beach regulations remain the same. Here’s what you can and can’t do:
- Beach Driving: Cars are allowed to drive onto Volusia County beaches from all 23 ramps
- Small Groups: People may not congregate in groups of more than six people
- Social Distancing: Groups setting up camp — blankets, chairs, umbrellas, tents — must remain 10 feet apart from others
- Parks and Parking: Coastal parks are open (some at less than full capacity), including:
  - Michael Crotty Bicentennial Park in Ormond Beach
  - Wisteria Road parking lot in Daytona Beach
  - Dahlia Avenue Park in Daytona Beach Shores
  - Lighthouse Point Park in Ponce Inlet
  - Smyrna Dunes Park in New Smyrna Beach
- Restrooms and showers: Open in county-operated coastal and inlet parks
Free face coverings available at 4 locations: The Florida Department of Health is offering face coverings at four different sites in Volusia County. These free face coverings are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at:
- 421 South Keech Street in Daytona Beach
- 1845 Holsonback Drive in Daytona Beach
- 121 Rich Avenue in DeLand
- 775 Harley Strickland Boulevard in Orange City

Flagler County:

Fourth of July fireworks and celebrations:
- Flagler Beach: The Holiday Parade and Fireworks Show has been canceled
- Palm Coast: Fireworks and celebrations have been canceled
Flagler County Beaches will remain OPEN for the Fourth of July weekend. Social distancing is required and other beach regulations remain the same.
- Flagler Beach fishing pier is also open
Vacation rentals: are open with restrictions
- Vacation rental owners must follow these sanitation guidelines
Palm Coast parks and facilities are open but pavilions are not open at this time
Government Services and Courthouse are open
- Visitors will be screened at the entrance. Face coverings are strongly recommended

St. Johns County:

St. Johns County beaches are open for exercise and sunbathing
- CDC guidelines and social distancing restrictions remain in place
Ocean and Fishing Pier is open to the public
- The gift shop and visitor information center is open to the public from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week, during the summer season
St. Johns County Park, Rec and Beach Facilities: Now open for reservations, including park and beach pavilions, beach volleyball courts, athletic fields, tennis, pickleball, and paddleball courts, and fairgrounds and recreation center amenities.
Emergency Operations Center remains open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday –(904) 824-5550

Lake County:

Fourth of July fireworks and celebrations:
- Mount Dora: The Freedom on the Waterfront celebration has been canceled
- Eustis: Fireworks will take place over Lake Eustis this Friday, July 3rd starting at 9:30 p.m. Be sure to continue to practice social distancing and stay 6 feet apart from others.

For more information about the coronavirus in Florida, visit my website here.

As always, follow my daily work on social media by liking my Facebook page and following me on Twitter, YouTube and Instagram and feel free to reach out to my offices in Florida or Washington, D.C. if my team or I can ever be of service.

Happy Fourth of July and God bless America!

In Service,

Michael Waltz

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