Mayor Santiago Avila, Jr.

Mayor Santiago Avila, Jr. Follower of Christ, Husband, and Father! Hispanic American 🇺🇸 Current Mayor of the - 2nd largest city in Central Florida! Constitution.

Mayor Santiago Avila, Jr. is a distinguished leader whose journey reflects a rich tapestry of heritage and community engagement. Born in the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois, he brings the fusion of Cuban and Mexican roots to his leadership role. Notably, Mayor Avila holds the honor of being the first Hispanic mayor elected in Deltona, FL. Since making Deltona his home in 2009, Mayor Avila has be

en unwavering in his dedication to building a stronger, more unified community. His commitment extends far beyond his mayoral duties, as he actively participates in charitable endeavors and volunteers for causes close to his heart. For him, fostering a sense of togetherness within the Deltona community is paramount. In addition to his civic engagement, Mayor Avila is recognized as "The Constitutional Conservative," a prominent figure in social media influencing. With a podcast boasting a global listenership of over 25,000 people, he passionately advocates for constitutional awareness. He firmly believes that when citizens understand the Constitution and their inherent rights, they become shielded from government overreach. Mayor Avila's motivation is twofold. First, he aspires to inspire the youth to pursue their dreams relentlessly, instilling in them the importance of perseverance and ambition. Secondly, he is committed to educating voters about their natural rights, bestowed by our creator and enshrined in the U.S. Through these endeavors, Mayor Avila continues to make a profound impact, both locally and globally, as a champion of constitutional principles and a dedicated leader in the Deltona community. His leadership underscores the importance of building a close-knit, resilient community that thrives on unity, diversity, and shared values. Moreover, he places a strong emphasis on promoting family life as a cornerstone of a stable and prosperous society, where strong family bonds contribute to the well-being of the entire community.

🌼🇺🇸 Democracy starts with learning how our community works!Today, I had the pleasure of meeting with an awesome group of...
08/31/2026

🌼🇺🇸 Democracy starts with learning how our community works!

Today, I had the pleasure of meeting with an awesome group of Girl Scouts who are working toward earning their Democracy Badge for Daisies and Brownies, Kindergarten through 3rd grade!

We had a great conversation about local government and talked about:

🏛️ The different jobs and responsibilities within local government
📜 How laws are made to help our City operate
🇺🇸 The role and responsibilities of the Mayor

I loved their questions and their excitement to learn more about how their City works. It is never too early to teach our young people about civic engagement, leadership, and the importance of being involved in their community.

Who knows? We may have had a future Mayor or City Commissioner in the room today!

Thank you to the Girl Scouts, their leaders, and their families for allowing me to be part of their journey toward earning their Democracy Badge!

Keep learning, keep asking questions, and keep making a difference! 🇺🇸🌼

City of Deltona, Florida

🎗️✨ GLITTER & GOLD FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS ✨🎗️Tonight, Maria Elena and I had the privilege of attending the Child...
08/30/2026

🎗️✨ GLITTER & GOLD FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS ✨🎗️

Tonight, Maria Elena and I had the privilege of attending the Childhood Cancer Foundation, Inc.’s 19th Annual Glitter & Gold Gala, and it was especially meaningful to see this incredible event held right here at The Center at Deltona.

One of the most powerful moments of the evening was hearing Mike and Rikki share their son Leo’s story.

Back in 2024, Rikki sent me an email asking if we could Light Deltona Gold to help bring awareness to childhood cancer. We did, and ever since then, we have continued to light our City gold in September to stand with the children and families fighting this terrible disease. 🎗️

This Deltona family has been through so, so much. No family should ever have to watch their child battle cancer, and while organizations like the Childhood Cancer Foundation cannot take away that fight, they can help make sure families do not have to face it alone. Through their support, Leo’s family was able to focus more on what mattered most, their little boy, without having to worry about some of the financial burdens that come with the journey.

And tonight, we heard the news we have all been praying for…

This November, little Leo will RING THE BELL! 🔔💛

What a blessing. What a fighter. What an incredible testimony of faith, strength, family, and community.

Thank you to the Childhood Cancer Foundation for the work you do for families when they need it most. And to Mike, Rikki, Leo, and your entire family: Deltona has been shining gold with you, praying with you, and cheering Leo on.

This November, we will be celebrating right alongside you when that bell rings! 🔔🎗️💛

No child fights alone. Huge shoutout to Sheriff Mike Chitwood for helping raise money at the auction tonight!

City of Deltona, Florida

🚧🛝 Thornby Park Closure🛝🚧Thornby Park will be closed beginning Tuesday, Sept. 1, until further notice while crews instal...
08/27/2026

🚧🛝 Thornby Park Closure🛝🚧

Thornby Park will be closed beginning Tuesday, Sept. 1, until further notice while crews install a brand-new playground!

The park will remain closed during construction for everyone's safety.

We appreciate your patience while we make this exciting improvement and will share updates as work progresses and the new playground gets closer to opening! 🌳

Today I stopped by Holygroundscafedeltona (Holy Grounds Coffee & Eats) right here in the City of Deltona, Florida! ☕️Wha...
08/26/2026

Today I stopped by Holygroundscafedeltona (Holy Grounds Coffee & Eats) right here in the City of Deltona, Florida! ☕️

What a great environment, great coffee, and an awesome place to spend some time. I especially loved their Prayer Board. There’s something special about seeing a local business create a space where people can share their prayers, encourage one another, and build community.

If you haven’t checked them out yet, pay them a visit!

📍 1200 Deltona Blvd., Suite 6, Deltona, FL 32725
⏰ Open 7 days a week | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Supporting local businesses means supporting the people who invest right back into our community. Stop by, grab a cup of coffee, and show them some Deltona love!

Traffic Notice:The center turn lane on Deltona Blvd. between Normandy Blvd. and Whitewood Dr. will be closed Thursday, A...
08/26/2026

Traffic Notice:
The center turn lane on Deltona Blvd. between Normandy Blvd. and Whitewood Dr. will be closed Thursday, August 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for utility rehabilitation work.

Drivers should use caution in the area and expect possible traffic delays.

Great news!  The Lake Monroe boat ramp restoration is officially getting underway!Work begins September 8.  City staff h...
08/26/2026

Great news! The Lake Monroe boat ramp restoration is officially getting underway!
Work begins September 8. City staff held the project kickoff meeting this morning (August 26) to get everything moving.

The improvements will include:
• Restoration of the West side of the boat ramp, plugging the artesian boils.
• New seawall in front of the restored West area.
• Restoration of the boat ramp and docks.
• Benches and tables for the residents to enjoy the area.

Once complete, the boat ramp and surrounding area will be restored to pre-construction conditions. The best part? The project is expected to be finished before the spring boating and fishing season!

Great news for the City of Deltona, Florida!A huge thank you to State Senator Tom Wright and State Representative Webste...
08/26/2026

Great news for the City of Deltona, Florida!

A huge thank you to State Senator Tom Wright and State Representative Webster Barnaby for their efforts to secure $1.25 million in state funding for critical watermain replacement in our city.

One of our City Attorneys and I traveled to Tallahassee to answer questions, advocate for Deltona, and make the case for why these funds were so important to our community. I especially want to give a huge shoutout to Representative Barnaby, who really pushed for this funding on Deltona’s behalf this year!

Senator Wright and Representative Barnaby joined us during Monday night’s City Commission Meeting to officially present the funding to our city. These dollars will help us replace aging water infrastructure and continue investing in Deltona’s future.

This is what happens when we work together and make sure Deltona’s voice is heard in Tallahassee.

Thank you, Senator Wright and Representative Barnaby, for continuing to support our City of Destiny!

08/23/2026

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Deltona, FL
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