ECHO-Outdoor Recreation Adventures

Outdoor Recreation Adventures

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Project Summary

The Outdoor Recreation category of Volusia ECHO creates high-quality recreational opportunities that significantly enhance the quality of life for residents and tourists. Projects include sports facilities, oceanfront parks, off-beach parking, trail systems, playgrounds, and other amenities that allow the public to enjoy Volusia County's abundant natural resources through both passive and active recreation. The county-wide trail system, developed through ECHO funding, serves as a linear park meandering throughout Volusia County, connecting communities and providing safe spaces for walking, running, and cycling. Since its inception ECHO and its partners have invested $125 million dollars in 169 outdoor recreation projects throughout the county.

FEATURED SPOTLIGHT

The Spring-To-Spring Trail

Imagine embarking on a journey through Florida’s stunning landscapes where majestic pines, glistening wetlands, and crystal-clear springs combine to create an unforgettable outdoor experience. The Spring-to-Spring Trai is not just a pathway—it’s an invitation to explore, connect, and immerse yourself in nature’s wonders.

Once completed, this scenic multi-use trail will span 26 miles, linking Green Springs in Enterprise to De Leon Springs State Park and weaving together some of Volusia County’s most cherished natural gems. Whether cycling beneath the canopy of ancient oaks, jogging alongside serene waterways, or taking a leisurely walk to soak in the sights, each step offers a new perspective on Florida’s rich natural beauty.

Several sites are already open for adventure:

- Lake Monroe Park to Green Springs Park (paved)
- Gemini Springs Park to DeBary Hall Historic Site
- Lake Beresford Park segment
- Rob Sullivan Park to Blue Spring State Park

Designed for walkers, runners, cyclists, and skaters alike, the Spring-to-Spring Trail offers a smooth, accessible path through diverse landscapes, connecting visitors to the region’s vibrant ecosystems. Whether you're seeking an energizing outdoor workout or a peaceful retreat into nature, this trail is a gateway to inspiration, adventure, and discovery.

Start your journey today—explore the Spring-to-Spring Trail and experience Florida’s natural beauty like never before!

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The Marine Discovery Trailhead completed a trail connector from the St. Johns River to Sea Loop trail and the Marine Discovery Center, amenities include restrooms and water fountains. This project created a 14-acre dog park featuring tree-lined spaces, a meticulously crafted pond, and designated zones for both large and small canines. The park boasts amenities such as restrooms, water fountains, benches, and waste receptacles for the convenience of park-goers. This ECHO project contributed to the creation of Pictona at Holly Hill, a Pickleball complex that includes pickleball courts, a bocce ball, shuffleboard, horseshoe pit, croquet plaza, pavilion and community garden plots. This project was for the expansion of the Pictona complex by adding an additional 24 courts, a championship court, stadium and an education center. This project constructed a park with both active and passive recreation, including lighted ballfields, playground, a picnic pavilion area w/grill, and restrooms. Colby-Alderman Park stands on the former homestead of George Colby, founder of the Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp. This project enhanced the park with an interpretive display pavilion, panels, and signs along the trail. It also added a canoe launch, hydrologic seep overlook, observation platform, stabilized trail, improved hiking trails, pavilion picnic tables, trailside benches, restrooms, and entrance signs. Bethune Point Park is a 20 acre public park located on the Halifax River. This project constructed a 20,000 square foot skate facility with beginner, intermediate and advanced sections for skateboarders and in-line skaters. This project expanded the facilities at Thornby Park, by including a partially ADA compliant trail, a mulched nature trail and an outdoor classroom. This project involved constructing a playground equipped with ADA-compliant equipment designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages and abilities. The Hawks Park project included the new construction of an amphitheater, public restroom facility and a one mile segment pedestrian trail. This project was for the installation of a waterproof shade system structure for the Hawks Park Amphitheater. Construction of the first ever pickleball courts in Edgewater at Hawks Park Complex. The project will include four standard pickleball courts, a parking lot with 40 spaces, a stormwater management pond, landscaping, and an ADA sidewalk. Sunrise Park South is an existing 1.35 acre public park located on the Halifax This project constructed a new boat ramp, made improvements to the current ramp and extended the existing dock by thirty feet. In addition, the project included a new kayak/canoe launch. New construction of a play yard at the new Pierson Public Library location. The play yard will be like the popular Jackie Robinson play yard in Daytona Beach. There will be a playground, along with open spaces for children and families to play in a fenced area during library hours. The playground equipment area will measure 49’9” x 78’4 ¼”. The fenced area will also include open play space, outdoor seating, and security cameras. Total project cost is $500,000; $250,000 from ECHO DCE and $250,000 from the Library fund as match. This project constructed a range house/restrooms, firing pavilion, assembly porch, shell parking lot and protective 20’ berms on a ten-acre parcel donated to the county by the Tomoka Consolidated Company. The Dewey Boster Complex Project includes 6 soccer fields, 2 large football practice areas, parking areas, playgrounds, picnic area, permanent raised stage, fishing/observation pier, and a nature trail with educational signage. Acquisition This project was for the acquisition of the Main Street Pier and the necessary restoration to retain the pier's structural integrity. The Main Street Park project (now Breakers Park) encompassed the building of restrooms, an environmental education center, and picnic shelters. Additionally, it features a splash pad, a volleyball court, benches, bike racks, and trash bins. Furthermore, it offers beach access and parking facilities. New construction of a play yard at the DeLand Regional Library. The play yard will be like the popular Jackie Robinson play yard in Daytona Beach. There will be a playground, along with open spaces for children and families to play in a fenced area during library hours. The playground equipment area will measure 51’ x 96’ feet and have equipment for ages 2-12. The fenced area will also include open play space along, outdoor seating and security cameras. This project involved constructing a restroom, concession stand, and pavilion on the west end of the property. Additionally, it included converting an auxiliary field into the main "stadium" by installing permanent bleachers, a small press box, lighting, and a new scoreboard. This project was for the construction of a youth-sized baseball field and a soccer/football field in Sperling Park. The project also included constructing batting cages for the baseball/softball players. Improvement/renovation of the Tide and Floral dune walkovers located in unincorporated New Smyrna Beach. The approach must be improved to provide safe public beach access. This project was for the addition of a girl's softball field, with lighting, dugouts, and fencing, a new play system was installed, tennis courts were resurfaced, bathrooms were renovated and a one mile walking trail was added around the perimeter of the park. This project created an outdoor fitness center featuring up to 13 different outdoor fitness stations at Wes Crile Park. This project provided 100 paved and marked off-beach parking spaces, 5 of which are for visitors with disabilities. Construction included a four room restroom, benches, showers, a water fountain, bicycle racks and trash/recycling receptacles. In addition, 2 wood walkovers were constructed. New construction/improvement of Riv-Ocean fishing dock needs to meet ADA standards and safety guidelines. It is one of six fishing docks along John Anderson Drive in Ormond Beach. The decking, handrails and supporting structure are all wood with no protective piling casings. The current dock was installed prior to 1999, making it at least 23 years old. The pilings have become compromised by years of the Halifax River and numerous storms. New construction of a pavilion at Strickland Park was requested by the park users. The new covered pavilion could be used to hold celebrations and picnics at the site. The site currently has a basketball court, playground, and grass area. This project included the addition of a new pavilion, playground, picnic areas equipped with grills, benches, and a splash pad. Additionally, improvements were made to the baseball field. The project constructed a 1,800 square foot handicapped accessible recycled surface trail. One portion of the trail includes a Butterfly Garden and educational “Environmental Learning Experience” stations built along the trail. In addition, the project will include a grassy soccer play field, a playground, picnic area and restrooms. Improvement of Bicentennial Park fishing dock which is over 20 years old and shows signs of deterioration. Significant areas of the dock must be improved. Bicentennial Park is a very popular park in Ormond Beach and is heavily used. Regular maintenance to replace miscellaneous boards or rails is no longer enough to keep this dock compliant with ADA standards and meet safety guidelines; thus, wholesale improvements are needed to extend its useful life. Based on community feedback at public meetings, new construction of three (3) pickleball courts at this popular facility. These new courts will be immediately adjacent to the community center in the open field area. This new project and concept is embraced by the community. Funding is being leveraged with $80,000 in local park impact fees. In 2014, the Shell Harbor property was donated by two private individuals. This project included the construction of an enhanced boat ramp, restroom facility, pavilion, kayak launch, floating dock, and an asphalt parking lot and roadway. This ECHO project added artificial turf to a 98,000 square feet field in the City of New Smyrna Beach used to host soccer, football, lacrosse, band competitions and other special events. The Seville Soccer Field and Neighborhood Park includes a regulation size soccer field with concrete walks and a terrace. A pavilion was installed, in addition, picnic tables, grills & benches were included in the project. The Cross Volusia Trail project added 2.2 miles of trails through a utilities corridor with trailheads at the VC Fire Station 1850 Pioneer Trail and the Glencoe-Geiger Cemetery at 435 Sugar Mill Dr. Amenities included benches, water stations and interpretive signage. This project was for the construction of two basketball courts at Festival Park. One will be a regulation court the other an ADA accessible court. The project transformed an unused city property into a park, amenities include a raised covered stage with electricity, a brick dining area, drinking fountains, benches, a large grassy lawn, and a central concrete water feature. Additionally, an entrance arbor was erected, and a winding walking path made of brick and concrete was created, inspired by the novel "Alice in Wonderland." This project installed new ADA compliant playground equipment at the park. This project is to renovate an existing baseball field and add an ADA sidewalk for access to the restrooms and bleachers. This project was for the improvement of Magnolia Park, adding and updating ADA elements. This project constructed a skate park facility within Coleman Park. The project consists of concrete launch ramps and street features for slides and jumps. This project added sports lighting to Rob Sullivan Park field #3. This project was for the construction of 2 multi purpose fields at Rob Sullivan Park. This project added 6 new bull pens, lighting, irrigation and new turf at Rob Sullivan Park. This project involved installing a playground with a shade cover and a lighting system for the existing multi-purpose fields. Additionally, it included top dressing for the fields and the installation of goals. This project constructed an operations center that houses a concession stand, restroom facilities, a storage area and a multipurpose room for use by the community, in addition an additional shade structure was installed at the park. This project at the Alonzo "Babe" James Community Center created a splash pad, restroom facility and picnic shelter, picnic tables, benches and trash cans. This project involved constructing a 31,000 square foot plaza area featuring green space and a 3,200 square foot overlook. Additionally, the scope included building restroom facilities, three picnic pavilions, sidewalks, a multi-purpose trail, and parking areas. The Mill Lake Park Phase II project included a multi-purpose path connecting to Phase I for a total of 1.2 miles of surface for walking, running, biking, etc. In addition the project will provided additional picnic pavilions, a foot-bridge connecting the path over the water, historic interpretive signage, lighting, irrigation system, seating benches, trash receptacles and an additional 26 parking spaces. Lake Beresford Loop is located on the eastern shore of Lake Beresford, west of Fatio Rd. between Beresford Rd. and McGregor Rd. The park includes a trail that connects to the Spring-to-Spring trail, allowing users to walk, run, skate or bike three miles down to Blue Springs State Park, in addition the site contains picnic pavilions, playground, restrooms, and parking. Improvement of the playground and safety surface at Lake Beresford to meet safety requirements and ADA standards. The current structure is over 18 years old and at the end of its useful life. Several improvements have been made and parts are becoming harder to find. Manufacturers have given notice that they will no longer make these improvement parts which will now become custom part orders which results in an increased annual maintenance cost. This project constructed a 1.1 mile paved trail segment including benches and trash receptacles. This project developed a comprehensive dog park featuring distinct areas tailored to meet diverse needs of dog owners. It includes sections for small dogs, large dogs, leashed areas, and a designated dog run. Additionally, amenities such as restrooms, shade pavilions, and picnic structures were incorporated into the park. This project was for the construction of a 9,000 sq ft skate park. The skate park has several different types of skating areas, a flow bowl, a replicated backyard swimming pool and replicated street environment. Expansion of an existing skate park by adding an additional 8,000 square feet with various skate features that include skate stairs, jersey barriers, ledges, rails, and other street skate elements. Improvement of Riverbreeze Park playground to meet current ADA standards and safety guidelines. This playground is 18 years old and is approaching the end of its useful life. There have been several improvements to this playground and to the surfacing over the years. The safety surface is quickly coming apart and improvements have been costly for this surface type and is becoming harder to find installers that can make improvements. Improvement/renovation of restrooms to meet current ADA and safety standards. This improvement will also enhance airflow for venting to help keep the interior from staying damp after public use and cleaning. Riverbreeze Park is heavily used and is the sole park in the south east corner of the county. New construction/replacement of a fishing dock that needs to be replaced to meet safety and ADA standards. Briggs Fishing Dock is one of six fishing docks along John Anderson Drive in Ormond Beach. The pilings are also showing signs of serious deterioration and do not have a protective encasing. New construction/improvement of San Jose Fishing Dock which is one of six local fishing docks on the Halifax River along John Anderson Dr in Ormond Beach. It is seen daily use by the residents and is over 25 years old. The dock has moderate deterioration that needs to be replaced to address safety and ADA accessibility. This project enhances public access to Lake Beresford and the St. Johns River through the development of the Stetson Aquatic Center. The center features amenities such as a public parking area, an outdoor pavilion, nature walks with educational signage, and restroom facilities. Additionally, the project includes a boardwalk extending from Alhambra Avenue to provide public access to the kayak launch, canoe launch area, and a ramp for small boat trailer access. The Keysville Dog Park includes areas for both small and large dogs each fenced section has specific size appropriate dog play equipment. It has water fountains, a canine shower, “token” fire hydrants, benches, trash receptacles and waste cleanup stations. The other ½ of the park was constructed for people to enjoy, with a basketball court, picnic pavilions, picnic tables, benches, restroom, playground and ADA accessible paved walkways and parking lot. A recycled nature trail encompasses this side of the park. Frank Rendon Park is a beachside park & off-beach parking. The ECHO funds were used to construct a playground and surface, restroom facilities, dune crossover, lighting and furnishings. The Match funds were used for design, mobilization, sewer system, water system, landscaping, sodding and mulch. Improvement of Frank Rendon South dune walkover located in Daytona Beach Shores to provide safe public beach access. This project was for acquisition of Sunrise Park an existing passive park open to the public. This project improved Sunrise Park by adding a new pavilion, shelters, tables and sidewalks. In addition, it restored the beach, installing rip rap to protect the shoreline. The project will also include parking improvements and landscaping. Construction of a new ADA playground and improvements to the adjoining soccer fields. This project was for the addition of a 1,200 square foot ADA splash park with play structures and 1,500 square feet of decking. This was the second phase of the renovation of Smyrna Dunes Park; 5,348 LF of existing boardwalk was demolished and 5,039 LF of a new 8 ft wide ADA compliant boardwalk was constructed. The project included the installation of refuse and recycling contain This was Phase I of the renovation of Smyrna Dunes Park. The project included the construction of a fishing pier and replacement of sections of an existing boardwalk. McElroy Park is a 3.5 acre park with about 1/3 is comprised of a natural live oak canopy. This project constructed a pavilion with picnic tables, a new playground, a bike rack, bleachers and fencing for the existing ballfield. In addition, a backstop was installed at the ballfield, the restrooms were renovated to include more efficient fixtures and the parking lot was resurfaced. The Volusia County Extension Service, in partnership with the University of Florida's IFAS, has been based at its current location since 1968. This project was for the enhancement of the outdoor classroom area with benches and walkways, other amenities include cisterns, a koi pond and a children's garden, complete with sensory gardens designed to provide an interactive experience for children, engaging their senses of sound, taste, smell, sight, and touch through carefully selected plantings. Funding for improvements as part of Phase 2 implementation of the Fairgrounds Master Plan which may include a new shade structure to facilitate outdoor recreation, green infrastructure education/demonstration area, improvements to the Hester & Daugharty buildings, or land acquisition/trail development. If funded, Resource Stewardship would work to develop consensus among partner landowners at the Fairgrounds and the council-appointed Agribusiness Interrelationship Advisory Committee to bring recommendations for Council Review and approval in FY24. These funds would be needed as a match to leverage the state's agricultural education facility enhancement grant funding in FY24. No operational impacts as no new staff are needed. Acquisition The project involved creating a trail segment that includes signage highlighting indigenous cultures, regional history, and native flora and fauna. The amenities along the trail include restrooms, picnic areas with tables, shaded rest spots, and seating benches. At the trailhead, there are eighteen horse stalls along with an equestrian arena. Additionally, a playground was installed to enhance recreational opportunities in the area. Improves existing shell parking area. The park site requires constant grading due to the natural development of pot holes, wash outs, and vehicle “spin-outs” and traffic. Paving the existing parking area will also reduce operating costs related to additional shell required in grading. Also, staff time dedicated to grading will be eliminated. The total project cost is $380,000;$190,000 from ECHO and $190,000 from Park Impact Fees as match. Improvement of the playground and safety surface at James Ormond Park to meet current ADA standards and safety guidelines. This playground is 20 years old and has held up well for its age. There have been several improvements to this playground. However, at the last major improvement it was learned that the manufacturer would soon stop making the improvement parts for this model. This project installed new LED lighting on the existing basketball and tennis courts, and created a dog park. This project will reconstruct and expand recreational facilities at Bill Keller Park, including the addition of a new pickleball court, resurfacing tennis and basketball courts, and adding fencing and LED lighting to enhance outdoor recreational opportunities. The project constructed Riverwalk Park, an open space/passive park on the Halifax River, amenities include a splash park, playground, and restrooms. Tuscawilla Preserve is a multi-purpose educational area for the research and enjoyment of Florida environmental and ecology, art, history and native cultures. The project includes an entry kiosk and environmental signage, educational pavilion and boardwalk. Acquisition of Holland Park. This project developed Holland Park for public recreational use, adding amenities such as a trailhead connecting to a nearby multi-use trail. The park also includes a picnic area and parking facilities. Acquisition New construction/improvement of walking bridges (2) for Gemini Springs. The 27th Avenue Beachfront Park, located on a "no drive" section of the beach, underwent upgrades and renovations through this project. Enhancements included the addition of an ADA-accessible playground, a 20' x 30' pavilion, four showers, and two water fountains, improving amenities for visitors. This project was for the renovation of the Municipal Stadium in Daytona Beach, the grassy field was changed to a synthetic field. The Wilbur-by-the-Sea site consists of 8 parcels purchased by the County from 1999 – 2008 specifically for use as beach access parking. This project included the construction of restroom facilities, a water fountain, playground, bicycle racks and trash/recycling receptacles. A paved parking lot with sidewalks and decorative archways were also constructed. This project constructed a sidewalk trail along S. Atlantic Ave. connecting existing sidewalks in Daytona Beach Shores and Ponce Inlet Acquisition This project will added LED lighting to four unlit hard court tennis courts and upgrade existing lighting to LED. Improvements to four existing baseball/softball fields at Nova Community Park and the conversion of field 2 from a softball field into a baseball field and improve fields 3-5. The project scope included constructing a vendor/restroom building, as well as incorporating mini ramps and a competition bowl. The Ponce Preserve is a 40+ acre ocean-to-river park, it contains five natural communities: Ocean Dune, Coastal Strand, Maritime Hammock, Mangrove Swamp and Saltwater Marsh. It is also the site of the Green Mound State Archaeological Site. This project continued the improvements undertaken by the Town, by constructing a dune walkover, wildlife observation tower and a playground. In addition it added fitness stations along the existing trails. The Rockefeller Beach Park site consists of one parcel of vacant land purchase for the purpose of off-beach parking. This project created 34 paved and marked off beach parking spaces. In addition, the park has a water fountain, bike racks, interpretive display, trash/recycling receptacles and a decorative archway. Acquisition Acquisition This project added additional parking spaces and new public amenities including an ADA compliant restroom with 4 family style units, 2 shower towers, water fountain, bike rack, benches, and landscaping. New construction of an outdoor playground system to expand and improve safe public use and enjoyment for families with small children at a popular coastal park where none currently exists. improvements to an existing playground through installation of ADA accessible equipment The City Center Improvements project will encompass the addition of a large, covered pavilion, ADA-compliant restroom facilities, and various amenities, including picnic tables and grills. This project renovated Timothy Pollard Memorial Park by adding a new basketball court, a pavilion with four picnic tables and a new restroom facility. Additional amenities include water fountains, a public walking trail, two pickleball courts, and two bocce courts This project will improve the park by providing picnic tables, expand the existing sidewalk to trail width, add LED lighting and will replace the existing playground with updated ADA compliant equipment. This project added a splash pad to the pool area and construct two new playground areas outside the family center building This project involved redesigning the pool at the Ormond Beach YMCA from an L shape with 8 swimming lanes to a rectangular shape with 16 lanes. The expanded pool now provides increased space for swimming, training, and water aerobics. Additionally, the deck area was enlarged, and a new public entrance was created to improve accessibility for the public. This project consisted of using existing land to construct a one and a half acre dog park. The project included benches, clean up stations, fencing and play elements. This project added shade structures to the existing playground and pool areas. The Chuck Lennon tennis court will be modified to incorporate two new pickleball courts. The project will also include a new tennis hit down area. This has been requested by Chuck Lennon Park patrons. The hit down area would be added behind the racquet ball court, next to the basketball area. The hit down will be used by tennis players to practice their game when they do not have access to another player or just want to exercise. Improvement/renovation to provide for a comprehensive boardwalk replacement/expansion at Lighthouse Point Park providing inter walkover connectivity where none existed previously and making the walkovers ADA compliant where possible. On grade nature paths will be elevated boardwalks to make them ADA compliant. Partnering with Marine Science Center on educational aspect once construction is completed This Project was Phase I of Coraci Park, it included the construction of two ball fields, a restroom/concession facility and a picnic area. This project was Phase 2 of the Coraci Park Complex and included the construction of a ball field with lighting, dugout, parking and a playground. This project is Phase III of Coraci Park and consisted of the construction of a multi-purpose field, batting cages, bleacher covers, concession/restroom building and fencing. This project enhanced the existing All Children's Park by creating a dog park, which included fencing the area into two sections (one for small dogs and one for large dogs), installing picnic tables, and placing dog waste stations. The existing playground was upgraded with new modern play equipment designed to be accessible for children of all abilities, ensuring inclusivity. This phase of the All Children’s Playground project added an additional 6,800 square feet of space with new playground equipment. A new section dedicated to younger visitors (ages 2 – 5), the playground also includes a sensory play center. All the equipment at the All Children’s Playground is intended to offer a safe place for all children to play, regardless of their abilities, therefore everything is built to ADA standards. Central Park is a 174-acre park in the center of Ormond Beach, consisting of man-made lakes and pristine woodlands. This project constructed .85 miles of a 10-ft wide ADA accessible concrete trail with educational signage, a fishing pier/observation area, restrooms, and a canoe/kayak launch. This project created a 1/5 mile ADA accessible boardwalk with environmental signage. Sun Splash Park is a public beach park built in 1999. This project extended the seawall along an unprotected space to safeguard the park from further damage during storms. In addition, a new ADA-accessible playground with a splash pad, pavilion, picnic tables and shade structures were constructed. Renovations of restrooms to meet current ADA and safety standards. This improvement will also enhance airflow for venting to help keep the interior from staying damp after public use and cleaning. Improvement/renovation of restrooms to meet current ADA and safety standards. This improvement will also enhance airflow for venting to help keep the interior from staying damp after public use and cleaning. This restroom attached to the pavilion gets heavy use. Acquisition This project successfully redeveloped the 14-acre Whistle Stop Park, which now features a variety of amenities including a splash pad, skate park, playground, volleyball court, dog park, tennis courts, basketball courts, racquetball courts, security cameras, parking facilities, and enhanced landscaping. This project expanded a 20 year old playground by installing new ADA equipment. This project installed environmentally friendly LED lighting on one baseball field and three soccer fields at the Ormond Beach Sports Complex. This project was for the creation of a new Championship Girls Softball field built to National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division 1 requirements. Installation of LED lights in the softball quad, each of the four fields has 32 lights and two security lights that will be replaced with LED lights. This project developed the Indian River Lagoon property, incorporating nature trails for bicycling and hiking, a canoe launch, picnic shelters, restrooms, and parking facilities. This project was for the construction of a 1.1-mile paved trail segment commencing from the intersection of Taylor Road and Stratford Avenue, extending along Taylor Road to the junction of Lake Avenue and Taylor Road. The trail features amenities signage, landscaping, benches, and trash receptacles. A passive park situated along the St. Johns River that will provide public amenities for passive recreation, including paved and unpaved trails, a fishing pier, an observation deck, and a kayak launch. This project expanded and improved a 24 year old playground by adding new ADA playground for children with all abilities. New construction of a coastal park which will have 70 parking spaces, including 5 ADA parking spaces, an ADA beach access ramp, showers, bike racks, and a 15’ wide stamped concrete beachfront boardwalk, landscaping. This project renovated the existing Spec Martin Stadium adding, a new 3,500 sf press box, locker rooms, training room and parking improvements. In addition improvements were made to the adjoining Earl Brown Park. Earl Brown Park was upgraded to include basketball courts, pavilions, volley ball court, exercise equipment, a playground and a skate park. The project included landscaping, restrooms and storm water management throughout. This property was owned by the Beck family and was the site of an active cattle ranching operation from the 1900’s until it was purchased by the St. John’s River Water Management District in 1995. In 1997, the property was traded to Volusia County for recreational uses. This project consisted of the creation of an outdoor historical interpretative exhibit with six pictorial panels, a pavilion/restroom housed in one of the existing stable, a multi-purpose field, an 18-hole disc golf course, a multi-purpose court and a volley ball pit. In addition there is a multi-use paved trail and a six acre dog park. This project was for the addition of a 1,200 square foot ADA splash park with play structures and 1,500 square feet of decking. This project replaced/upgraded an existing playground to an ADA accessible playground. This project was for the construction of a 1.3 mile trail on Alabama Avenue within the City of DeLand. This segment connects Beresford Ave and Alabama Ave section north to Wisconsin Ave and Alabama Ave. The trail is a 12’ wide paved path with landscaping and benches. This project expanded the existing playground by adding new ADA play equipment, shade-cover, and new passive exercise equipment in six locations along the existing walking trail. The Marianne Clancey project included the construction of 75-100 off-beach paved parking spaces, restroom facilities and picnic pavilions. Acquisition This project constructed a shared use 12-ft wide trail connecting Thornby Park to Green Springs Park. The trail runs adjacent to Lakeshore Drive, which also connects to the Lake Monroe Boat Ramp Park. Acquisition of Beachfront Property cost split between the City of Ormond Beach and Volusia County Trail Design for a segment from Rotary Park to 10th street in Edgewater. This project involved developing a park on 15.8 acres of previously undeveloped land. The park features several amenities, including a lighted recreational trail, soccer fields, a fishing pier, playgrounds, picnic pavilions with grills and tables, and restrooms. Additionally, a parking area was constructed, and stormwater improvements were implemented to enhance the park's infrastructure and functionality. Reed Canal Park is a 35 acre community park located in the city of South Daytona. This project constructed restrooms, picnic facilities and pavilions, picnic tables, playground equipment, grills and a recreational trail. In addition, approximately 100 new parking spaces were added to the existing park. The proposed expansion of the playground will feature a prehistoric theme, highlighting the giant sloth skeleton discovered at the park. The project includes the installation of new and enhanced accessible playground equipment, artificial turf, and a poured-in-place base. Additionally, the design incorporates additional swing sets with saddle seats, netted and tire swings, parent/child swings, baby seats, and accessible seats. The project will also feature picnic tables, benches, interpretive signage, custom statues of sloths and dinosaurs, and shade structures. The South Causeway Park project will include the construction of a new floating dock, additional parking, and stormwater improvements. Acquisition In 2013 Lemon Bluff Fish Camp was acquired utilizing ECHO funds in an effort to provide parking for the existing boat ramp on the St. Johns River off Lemon Bluff Road. This project created a new seawall, improved boat ramp and dock as well as adding amenities including, picnic pavilions, restrooms, a canoe/kayak launch, fishing area, and parking. Improvement of restrooms to meet current ADA and safety standards. This improvement will also enhance airflow for venting to help keep the interior from staying damp after public use and cleaning. Lake Monroe Park was constructed in the 1950’s and purchased by the County of Volusia in 1988. This project constructed picnic shelters, a pavilion and a new ADA compliant restroom. In addition the project created a volleyball court, new boat docks, fishing piers and parking areas. Improvement of the playground and safety surface at Lake Monroe Park to meet updated safety requirements and ADA standards. The current structure is more than 20 years old and at the end of its useful life. Several improvements have been made annually and parts for improvement are no longer manufactured; thus, they now must be custom made which makes these annual Improves expensive. This project was for the construction of a pool facility including showers, locker rooms, restrooms, bleachers and lighting. Improvement of playground and safety surface as this equipment is nearing the end of its useful life. As with many other county playgrounds that were installed near the same time, this one is also showing signs of fatigue and will need on-going Improves Green Springs Park features a picnic pavilion, playground, nature trails, and scenic overlooks. Moreover, the park serves as a trailhead for both the Spring-to-Spring Trail and the East Central Regional Rail Trail. Throughout the history of Volusia County, Green Springs has been a significant landmark. Native American tribes such as the Mayaca and Seminoles revered the land for its healing sulfur springs, considering it sacred. In 1841, Cornelius Taylor constructed a "hotel for invalids," establishing one of Florida's earliest health spas on the site. Trail Segment on Grand Ave from W. Minnesota Ave to King St.

This project will construct a 10 ft. wide, 1,327 mile trail segment along Garfield Ave. from E. Minnesota Ave to US 92.

This was for the construction of a 2 mile segment of the Spring to Spring trail. This project was for a segment of the East Central Regional Rail Trail (ECRRT), 5 miles of paved surface with benches along the route to provide rest areas. Trail Segment on Doyle Rd from Enterprise to Osteen. On June 4, 2024, County Council approved to move $3.5 million into the ECHO Capital Improvement Plan for the Motocross Facility.