Orange City stormwater project moves forward, with options ranging from $19M to $27M

Design work is complete for a stormwater project aimed at easing flooding in Orange City neighborhoods, and city leaders will now choose from three system options costing between $19 million and $27 million.The most expensive option would increase the amount of water that can be pumped out of neighborhoods. Work is expected to begin next year.Related-- Orange City moves closer to multi-million-dollar stormwater projectFor residents who have dealt with flood-related road closures and detours, the project represents a welcome step.“It was really bad. It was like a whole detour and it was closed off for like weeks, so I am glad they’re doing something about it because that was very inconvenient,” one resident said.Related-- Volusia County offers temporary flooding solution in Orange CityUpgrades will not address Miller Road floodingRelated-- New stormwater system will boost Orange City pumping capacityThe planned stormwater improvements will not address flooding along Miller Road in Or