Why Julio “David” Sosa is Running for
Volusia County Council – District 5 

David Sosa is running again because the core problems that drove him to challenge the seat in 2022 have only gotten worse under the incumbent, County Councilman David Santiago. After losing that race, David watched as District 5 residents continued to face higher taxes, unchecked development pressure, water-quality risks, and elected officials who too often put special interests ahead of everyday families. He believes the district deserves a full-time, accessible representative who actually shows up, listens, and fights for results — not someone frequently labeled a “no-show” in community discussions.

His motivation is simple and consistent: give the residents of Deltona, Enterprise, and southwest Volusia a strong, experienced voice at the county level. David is committed to:

Holding the line on taxes and demanding fiscal responsibility so that hardworking families aren’t squeezed by wasteful county spending.

Protecting Volusia’s water supply and ensuring residents — not developers or bureaucrats — have the final say on controversial projects like “toilet-to-tap” recycling without proper public input.

Restoring transparency and accountability so backroom deals and closed-door decisions stop happening.

Making sure District 5 gets the infrastructure, public safety, and responsible growth it needs without sacrificing quality of life.

David knows the issues firsthand from his years on the Deltona City Commission, and he refuses to step away while the same problems persist. As he has stated in community forums, “The residents of Deltona are waiting for leadership.” He is running to deliver exactly that on the County Council.

What David Sosa Has Done Since Losing the 2022 Election

Far from disappearing after the 2022 race, David has stayed deeply involved as a watchdog and advocate for the very communities he seeks to represent. Here are the highlights of his continued public service:

• Ongoing fiscal watchdog role — David has regularly analyzed and publicly shared Deltona city budget documents, calling out questionable spending and pushing for greater transparency so taxpayers know exactly where their money is going.
• 2025 interim appointment campaign — When a Deltona City Commission seat became vacant, David launched an active effort to fill the position temporarily. He urged residents to contact city leaders and lobby for experienced, resident-first representation — demonstrating his willingness to serve at any level where he can make a difference.
• Legal action for government transparency (2026) — In February 2026, David joined a group of Deltona residents in challenging city commissioners over an alleged Sunshine Law violation. Commissioners reportedly continued a canceled public meeting to discuss a controversial housing project without proper re-notice. David publicly stated: “They also have to make sure they publish it within the 30 days. Basically, the city manager tried to circumvent that process.” This action shows his ongoing fight against closed-door government.
• Active community education and voter engagement — Through his campaign page and local forums, David continues posting about critical issues such as property-tax reform, legislative bills affecting Volusia families, the importance of registering to vote, and requesting mail ballots. He keeps residents informed and empowered.

These efforts prove David never stopped serving. He turned the 2022 loss into fuel for greater involvement, holding local leaders accountable and preparing himself even more thoroughly for county-wide leadership.

David Sosa is the same principled, battle-tested candidate — now with four more years of proven advocacy behind him. He is running not for a title, but to finally deliver the responsive, transparent, and resident-focused government District 5 has been missing.