The residents of the unincorporated Deltona community voted in September 1995, to incorporate as the new City of Deltona. The third attempt appeared to be Deltona's lucky charm; two previous incorporation attempts in 1987 and 1990 failed. A seven-member Commission was elected and as of December 31, 1995, the City of Deltona became official. As part of the referendum for incorporation, the existing Deltona Fire District was dissolved and on its first day of City hood, Deltona had over 50 employees including firefighters, paramedics, and other emergency response personnel.

In February 1999, Deltona's current City Manager, Fritz Behring was hired and the City has grown to over 285 employees encompassing services of Administration, Finance and Internal Services, Construction Services, Development Services, Enforcement Services, Parks & Recreation and Public Works. The City continues to contract with the Volusia County via an inter-local agreement for law enforcement services in the City.

With a current population of 82,973, Deltona is the largest municipality within Volusia County. Centrally located between Daytona Beach and Orlando, Deltona provides a large residential housing base for commuters to both cities. The City of Deltona, under the direction of its City Commission, and more than 285 dedicated employees, is thriving. Deltona is a major voice in Volusia County while providing quality municipal services to its residents.