Dunedin, Florida

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The Dunedin City Commission will hold final readings on ordinances to annex 1991 Spanish Pines Drive, set its land use to Residential Low, and zone it R-60. They will also consider a $901,709 stormwater pipe lining contract, a $152,231 boardwalk replacement, and two resolutions dissolving advisory committees.

• Second readings of Ordinances 26-02, 26-03, and 26-04 for voluntary annexation and rezoning of 1991 Spanish Pines Drive
• Award of ITB No. 26-2607 for Hammock Boardwalk Replacement to Price Marine Construction for $152,231.54
• Task Order #2026-03 for stormwater cured-in-place-pipe lining to Vortex Services, LLC for $901,709
• Change Order to Bid #26-2602 for additional field fence replacement at Fisher Field #7 for $95,548
• Resolutions 26-09 and 26-10 to repeal the Youth Advisory Committee and Public Relations Advisory Action Committee

Local Planning Agency

The Local Planning Agency will consider a city-initiated land use plan amendment and rezoning for the city-owned property at 1241 San Christopher Drive. The LPA will recommend approval of Ordinance 26-06 (changing land use from Public/Semi-Public to Retail & Services) and Ordinance 26-07 (rezoning from Municipal Public Lands to Form-Based Medium), along with a Declaration of Restrictive Covenants.

• City-initiated application LUP/ZO-2026-0001 for 1241 San Christopher Drive
• Ordinance 26-06: Land Use Plan Amendment from P/SP to R&S
• Ordinance 26-07: Rezoning from MPL to FX-M
• Declaration of Restrictive Covenants
• Business Impact Estimates included in exhibits

COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission will meet to provide consensus direction on proposed living shoreline designs for Josiah Cephas Weaver Park. The body will also discuss Penny V projects and staffing, and recognize July as Parks & Recreation Month.

• Josiah Cephas Weaver Park Living Shoreline proposed designs
• Penny V projects and staffing discussion
• Proclamation designating July as Parks & Recreation Month

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will hear three cases: two against Michael Lara for zoning and vehicle violations at 1670 Country Lane, and one against Suncoast Third Trust for offensive accumulation at 53 Highland Avenue. The board will also consider approval of draft minutes from the June 2, 2026 meeting.

• Case 26-385: City vs Michael A Lara, 1670 Country Lane – violation of zoning district design standards and utility/recreational vehicle storage rules
• Case 26-432: City vs Michael A Lara, 1670 Country Lane – violation of motor vehicle storage standards
• Case 26-410: City vs Suncoast Third Trust, Clearwater Res Trust, James R Ficken, 53 Highland Avenue – violation of offensive accumulation codes
• Consent agenda: approval of draft minutes from June 2, 2026 meeting

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The City Commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance 26-05 to call a general municipal election on November 3, 2026, for Seats Two and Four. The board is also set to vote on a resolution declaring intent to reimburse parking garage construction costs from future debt (postponed to July 23), and to approve a $874,610 fleet replacement plan for two solid waste trucks with $800,000 in state grant reimbursement. Informational updates include the Grand Oak Park project and commission discussions.

• Second reading of Ordinance 26-05 for Nov 3 election for Commission Seats 2 and 4
• Resolution 26-08 declaring intent to reimburse parking garage construction costs (postponed to July 23, 2026)
• Approval of citywide Fleet Replacement Plan for two solid waste trucks, total $874,610 with $800,000 FDEP grant
• Grand Oak Park project update with construction schedule and contract proposals
• Presentation of 2026 John Doglione Service Scholarship Award to Kash Gregory

Local Planning Agency

The Local Planning Agency will review and provide a recommendation to the City Commission regarding changes to historic preservation rules. The meeting includes a vote on Ordinance 25-02 and Resolution 25-13.

• Ordinance 25-02: Amending Chapter 111 of the Land Development Code regarding Historic Preservation
• Resolution 25-13: Amending the Certificate of Appropriateness Matrix
• Approval of May 13, 2026 meeting minutes

The Local Planning Agency recommended approval of Ordinance 25-02 and Resolution 25-13 to the City Commission. The updates amend Chapter 111 of the Land Development Code regarding historic preservation and the Certificate of Appropriateness Matrix.

• Approved May 13, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 25-02 and Resolution 25-13 to the City Commission (4-0)

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The Dunedin City Commission will consider first readings of ordinances to annex 1991 Spanish Pines Drive and assign Residential Low land use and Single-Family Residential zoning. They will also vote on a second budget amendment for FY 2026 and authorize contracts for sanitary sewer lining ($44,479) and a turf maintenance machine ($54,885). Consent items include proclamations, committee reappointments, and an NPDES fee agreement.

• First reading of Ordinance 26-02 for voluntary annexation of 1991 Spanish Pines Drive
• Resolution 26-07: FY 2026 second budget amendment
• Task Order #2026-02 for sanitary sewer CIPP lining to Vortex Services, LLC – $44,479
• Sole source purchase of ABI Force Z-23 turf grading machine from St. Johns Turf Care – $54,885
• First Amendment to NPDES MS4 interlocal agreement with Pinellas County – $1,452.47 fee and five-year extension

The City Commission adopted a second budget amendment for fiscal year 2026. The commission also approved various appointments, sewer lining task orders, and interlocal agreement amendments.

• Approved reappointments of Hank Hodde to the Dunedin Causeway and Coastal Waterways Committee (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Sharon Williams and Mike Rey to the Marina Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order #2026-02 for sanitary sewer lining with Vortex Services, LLC for $44,479 (unanimous)
• Approved First Amendment to the Pinellas County/NPDES interlocal agreement for $1,452.47 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 26-07 FY 2026 2nd Budget Amendment increasing appropriations by $1,826,258 (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will consider three cases of property code violations, including motor vehicle and accessory structure issues, and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The board will also set a meeting date for July 7, 2026.

• Case 26-316: City vs. Derek B. Daniels and Jennifer A. Cusato at 2490 Bayshore Blvd for violation of IPMC Section 302.8 (Motor Vehicles)
• Case 26-192: City vs. Peter Karoub at 1396 Overcash Drive for violation of IPMC SEC 302.7 (Accessory Structures)
• Case 26-349: City vs. David M. Ritter at 1776 Pasadena Dr for violation of IPMC SEC 302.7 (Accessory Structures)
• Approval of draft minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting
• Opportunity for public comment on items not on the agenda

COMMISSION WORKSHOP

This workshop will review Dunedin Causeway usage and environmental impacts, discuss the FY 2027 City Commission line item budget, and address property tax reform in light of state legislative action. A Juneteenth proclamation will also be presented.

• Juneteenth Proclamation
• Dunedin Causeway usage review and environmental impacts discussion
• FY 2027 City Commission Line Item Budget Discussion
• Property Tax Reform Discussion (starred item)
• Informational item: SJR 2-F Property Tax Legislative Bill Summaries

The City Commission discussed a proposal to prohibit the launching of motorized watercraft from the south side of the Dunedin Causeway. Staff indicated that the city will seek consensus direction to begin drafting an ordinance to implement this restriction for environmental and safety reasons.

• Staff requested direction to draft an ordinance prohibiting motorized watercraft launching at the Causeway

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider approving the draft minutes from its March 19, 2026 meeting. The agenda also includes receiving reports from the Advisory Committee Chair and the CRA Director.

• Approval of CRA Draft Minutes from March 19, 2026
• Receiving CRA Advisory Committee Chair Report
• Receiving CRA Director's Report

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The Dunedin City Commission will hold first reading of Ordinance 26-05 to schedule a general municipal election on November 3, 2026, for Seat 2 and Seat 4. Other action items include approving a $75,000 financial commitment for the Egret on Union affordable housing project and awarding a $922,072.48 contract for wastewater lift station rehabilitations. The consent agenda includes an emergency debris management services agreement with Crowder-Gulf Joint Venture and several board appointments.

• First reading of Ordinance 26-05 for November 3 general election for Commissioner Seat 2 and Seat 4
• Approval of $75,000 financial commitment letter to Florida Housing Finance Corporation for Egret on Union affordable housing project in Dunedin
• Award of $922,072.48 contract to TLC Diversified for FY26 Wastewater Lift Station Rehabilitations
• Approval of emergency debris management services agreement with Crowder-Gulf Joint Venture using City of Largo RFP #25-P-834
• Appointments to Board of Adjustment & Appeal, Dunedin Causeway & Coastal Waterways Committee, and Marina Advisory Committee

The City Commission approved the first reading of an ordinance calling for a general municipal election on November 3, 2026. Additionally, the commission approved a $75,000 financial commitment letter for a proposed affordable housing project named Egret on Union.

• Approved Consent Agenda unanimously
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 26-05 for November 3, 2026, municipal election (5-0)
• Approved $75,000 financial commitment letter for Egret on Union affordable housing project

CITY COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING

The Dunedin City Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and review the process of implementing a Fire Assessment. Staff recommends discussion only, no vote is scheduled. The meeting includes citizen input on items not on the agenda.

• Discussion of implementing a Fire Assessment, including process review; BMO Presentation attached

The City Commission held a special meeting on May 19, 2026 to hear a presentation on a proposed fire special assessment as a potential revenue source. Commissioners and staff discussed the legal framework, assessment methods, and possible impacts, but no vote or resolution was taken. The commission explicitly stated that no decisions were made regarding implementation of the assessment.

Local Planning Agency

The Local Planning Agency will review and approve the minutes from its April 8, 2026 meeting. The primary agenda item is the consideration of three ordinances to voluntarily annex a property at 1991 Spanish Pines Drive into the City of Dunedin.

• Approval of April 8, 2026 LPA meeting minutes
• Ordinance 26-02: Voluntary annexation into the City of Dunedin
• Ordinance 26-03: Land Use Plan Amendment to Residential Low (RL)
• Ordinance 26-04: Zoning District Designation to Single-Family Residential (R-60)
• Public hearing on the annexation and zoning changes for 1991 Spanish Pines Drive

The Local Planning Agency approved the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. It then recommended that the City Commission approve the voluntary annexation of 1991 Spanish Pines Drive, the associated Land Use Plan amendment, and the new R-60 zoning designation. All three recommendations were adopted by unanimous vote.

• Approved April 8, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Commission approve Ordinance 26-02 voluntary annexation (unanimous)
• Recommended Commission approve Ordinance 26-03 land use plan amendment (unanimous)
• Recommended Commission approve Ordinance 26-04 R-60 zoning designation (unanimous)

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The Dunedin City Commission will consider several actions, including approving the minutes from the March meetings, increasing a purchase order by $3,165.95 for a solid waste study, and settling a $35,000 claim with Maurice Welch. The commission will also vote to continue the Historic Preservation Advisory Committee for three years and hold the first hearing on Design Review Application DR-2026-0001 for a mixed‑use project of townhomes, a retail winery, and a hotel at 265 Causeway Blvd.

• Increase Raftelis purchase order by $3,165.95 for the Solid Waste Rate Sufficiency Study
• Approve settlement agreement of $35,000 with Maurice Welch
• Continuance of the Historic Preservation Advisory Committee for three years
• First hearing and approval of Design Review Application DR-2026-0001 for a mixed‑use project at 265 Causeway Blvd (12 townhomes, retail winery, 7‑room hotel)
• Approve minutes for the 3/5/2026 and 3/19/2026 regular meetings

The City Commission approved the consent agenda items, including a $3,165.95 increase to a purchase order for Raftelis Financial Consultants and a $35,000 settlement with Maurice Welch. The Commission also voted unanimously to continue the Historic Preservation Advisory Committee for another three years. No public comments were received on any of these items.

• Approved consent agenda minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $3,165.95 purchase order increase for Raftelis study (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 settlement with Maurice Welch (unanimous)
• Continued Historic Preservation Advisory Committee for three years (unanimous)

COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The commission will consider a policy to disable comments on all city social media posts, citing misinformation and safety concerns. The workshop also includes an update from the Board of Finance for fiscal year 2026 and recognition of Public Works Week, Drinking Water Week, and Public Service Recognition Week.

• Social Media Comment Policy to disable comments on city posts effective May 5, 2026
• FY 2026 Board of Finance update presented as a discussion topic
• Recognition of 2026 National Public Works Week (May 17-23)
• Drinking Water Week Proclamation (May 3-9, 2026)
• Public Service Recognition Week Proclamation (May 3-9, 2026)

The May 5, 2026 City Commission workshop included an artist recognition presentation, proclamations for National Public Works Week, Drinking Water Week, and Public Service Recognition Week, and a mid‑year financial update from the Board of Finance. Commissioners asked questions and expressed appreciation, but no votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded.

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will consider several cases of alleged property code violations, including old business cases with multiple infractions at 1518 Fairway Drive and 1776 Pasadena Drive. New business includes violations for operating without a business tax receipt at 1701 Main Street and vehicle/weed violations at 2490 Bayshore Boulevard. The board will also vote on compliance affidavits and set the next meeting date.

• Case 25-2138: City vs David M. Ritter at 1776 Pasadena Dr for offensive accumulation, motor vehicles, and site standards violations
• Case 25-2117: City vs Sean C. Hubner at 1518 Fairway Dr for offensive accumulation and premises cleanliness violations
• Case 25-2211: City vs Summit 1681 Main St LLC at 1701 Main St for failure to obtain a business tax receipt
• Case 26-316/26-317: City vs Derek B. Daniels and Jennifer A. Cusato at 2490 Bayshore Blvd for motor vehicle and weed/grass violations
• Case 25-2172: Affidavit of compliance for Sean C. Hubner at 1518 Fairway Dr regarding excessive weed growth

The board approved the April 7 minutes and accepted an affidavit of compliance for 1518 Fairway Drive. It imposed a $250‑per‑day fine on 1776 Pasadena Drive for unresolved violations and a $250‑per‑day fine on 1518 Fairway Drive for a separate violation. A motion to cite Summit 1681 Main St LLC for a business‑tax‑receipt violation was withdrawn.

• Approved April 7, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted affidavit of compliance for 1518 Fairway Drive (Sean C. Hubner) (unanimous)
• Imposed $250/day fine on 1776 Pasadena Drive (David M. Ritter) (6‑0 vote)
• Imposed $250/day fine on 1518 Fairway Drive (Sean C. Hubner) (unanimous)
• Motion to cite Summit 1681 Main St LLC withdrawn

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The City Commission will vote on whether to table a first reading of Ordinance 25-02, which would amend historic preservation rules in the Land Development Code, and a companion resolution. The consent agenda includes a $63,511.58 payment to Duke Energy for transformers at the wastewater treatment plant and a $200,324 contract for fence replacement at Fisher Field Little League Complex. Presentations include proclamations for Academies of Distinction, an Eagle Scout, and National Library Week.

• Customer contribution payment of $63,511.58 to Duke Energy for two new 2,500 kVa transformers and electrical connections at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Athletic field fence replacement at Fisher Field Little League Complex for $200,324 to Cardinal Fence, LLC
• First reading of Ordinance 25-02 to amend Chapter 111 (Historic Preservation) of the Land Development Code – staff requests tabling
• Resolution 25-13 to amend the Certificate of Appropriateness matrix – staff requests tabling
• Leland Chase Outdoor Gallery Phase III art project at the Wastewater Treatment Plant with artwork selection and installation up to $3,000

The commission approved the consent agenda items for transformer payments and a public art project, and unanimously approved the $200,324 contract with Cardinal Fence, LLC to replace the athletic field fence. Two historic preservation items – an ordinance amendment and a matrix resolution – were both tabled. The revised agenda for the May 7, 2026 meeting was also approved.

• Approved $63,511.58 payment to Duke Energy for two new transformers (consent agenda)
• Approved public art project at wastewater plant, up to $3,000 (consent agenda)
• Approved Athletic Field Fence Replacement contract for $200,324 to Cardinal Fence, LLC (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 25-02 amending Chapter 111 Historic Preservation (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 25-13 amending the Certificate of Appropriateness Matrix (unanimous)
• Approved revised agenda for May 7, 2026 Commission meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment and Appeal

The Board of Adjustment and Appeal will review and approve meeting minutes from September 17, 2025, and discuss filling one regular and two alternate vacancies on the board.

• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of one regular and two alternate board vacancies
• Public hearing procedures and citizen input limits

Local Planning Agency

The Local Planning Agency will vote on a design review application (DR-2026-0001) for a mixed-use project at 265 Causeway Blvd and multiple Outlook Way addresses, consisting of 12 townhomes, a retail winery, and a 7-room hotel on a 1.05-acre vacant lot. Staff recommends approval. The LPA will also receive a presentation and discuss Module 3 of the draft Land Development Code updates, covering development review procedures, nonconformities, enforcement, and word usage.

• Design review application for mixed-use project at 265 Causeway Blvd and Outlook Way addresses
• Proposed development: 12 townhomes, a retail winery, and a 7-room hotel on 1.05 acres
• Presentation of Module 3 of the Land Development Code rewrite (Development Review Bodies, Procedures, Nonconformities, Enforcement, Violations, Penalties, Word Usage)
• Approval of March 11, 2026 LPA meeting minutes

The Local Planning Agency approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will consider several cases, including new business items involving multiple property code violations at 1518 Fairway Drive and other addresses. They will also review an affidavit of compliance for 620 Dexter Drive and discuss old business regarding a plumbing violation at 50 Squire Ct.

• Case 25-2068: City vs Bennis Properties LLC at 620 Dexter Drive – affidavit of compliance for violations of FBC permits and stop-work order
• Case 25-1955 (old business): City vs Julie & Phyllis Williams at 50 Squire Ct – violation of IPMC plumbing fixtures
• Case 25-2117: City vs Sean C Hubner at 1518 Fairway Drive – violations for offensive accumulation and unclean premises
• Cases 25-2172, 26-161 (same property): City vs Sean C Hubner at 1518 Fairway Drive – violations for excessive weeds and zoning site standards
• Case 26-68: City vs 2243 Harborview Trust (Laura Tre Lyons) at 2243 Harbor View Drive – violation of IPMC motor vehicle storage

The Code Enforcement Board approved an Affidavit of Compliance for 620 Dexter Drive after violations were corrected. It accepted an Affidavit of Non‑Compliance for 50 Squire Court, imposing a $250 per day fine capped at $5,000. The Board also ordered Sean Hubner of 1518 Fairway Drive to comply with two violations by April 21, 2026, with a $250 per day fine for non‑compliance.

• Approved Affidavit of Compliance for 620 Dexter Drive (unanimous)
• Accepted Affidavit of Non‑Compliance for 50 Squire Court, imposed $250/day fine (unanimous)
• Ordered Sean Hubner to comply with offensive accumulation violation by April 21, 2026, $250/day fine (unanimous)
• Ordered Sean Hubner to comply with excessive weeds violation by April 17, 2026, $250/day fine (unanimous)

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The Dunedin City Commission will hold a first hearing on a design review application for a 4-story multifamily residential building with 5 units on Skinner Blvd. Staff recommends denial for inconsistency with the comprehensive plan. Other action items include authorizing a $899,834 sanitary sewer lining contract with Vortex Services, LLC, approving a landscaping maintenance agreement with FDOT for Skinner Boulevard, and amending the interlocal agreement with Pinellas County for tax increment revenue commitment to the Midtown Parking Garage.

• First hearing for design review of a 4-story, 5-unit multifamily building on Skinner Blvd (DR-2025-0003); staff recommends denial
• Authorize Task Order #2026-01 for sanitary sewer CIPP lining to Vortex Services, LLC for $899,834
• Resolution 26-04 approving Skinner Boulevard landscaping and irrigation maintenance MOA with FDOT
• First amendment to interlocal agreement with Pinellas County for tax increment revenue commitment to Midtown Parking Garage
• Appoint and adjust board members for CEQS, Historic Preservation Advisory, and Library Advisory committees

The City Commission adopted Resolution 26‑04, approving a Memorandum of Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for landscaping and irrigation maintenance on Skinner Boulevard. The consent agenda, including minutes and several committee appointments, was approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes and committee appointments) – unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution 26‑04 approving Skinner Boulevard landscaping and irrigation maintenance agreement with FDOT

COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The Dunedin City Commission will present the Arbor Day Proclamation, review the results of the 2026 Citizen Survey, and receive a presentation from Duke Energy Florida, LLC on its System Reliability and Clean Energy Connection Program, including Ordinance 24-02 granting a rights‑of‑way franchise. The meeting will also discuss the status and impacts of bills approved in 2026.

• Presentation of the 2026 Arbor Day Proclamation
• Review of 2026 Citizen Survey results
• Duke Energy System Reliability and Clean Energy Connection Program presentation
• Ordinance 24-02 granting Duke Energy an electric utility rights‑of‑way utilization franchise
• Review of 2026 approved bills status and impacts

The City Commission workshop on March 31, 2026 included an Arbor Day proclamation and a Duke Energy system reliability presentation. No motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting was informational only.

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

The Community Redevelopment Agency will review a budget amendment to carry forward funds and approve the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report. The body is also considering a membership appointment to its Advisory Committee.

• CRA Resolution 26-01 FY 2026 Carryforward Budget Amendment in the amount of $2,396,582.66
• Fiscal Year 2025 Community Redevelopment Annual Report
• Appointment of Dr. Terry Zervos to a partial alternate term on the CRA Advisory Committee ending 3/1/2028

The Community Redevelopment Agency excused the absence of Vice Chair Walker and approved the January 22, 2026 meeting minutes, both by a 4‑0 vote. The board adopted CRA Resolution 26‑01, a FY 2026 carryforward budget amendment of $2,396,582.66, also by a 4‑0 vote. The FY 2025 CRA Annual Report was approved by the agency.

• Excused Vice Chair Robert Walker’s absence (motion carried 4‑0)
• Approved January 22, 2026 CRA meeting minutes (motion carried 4‑0)
• Adopted CRA Resolution 26‑01 FY 2026 carryforward budget amendment of $2,396,582.66 (motion carried 4‑0)
• Approved FY 2025 Community Redevelopment Agency Annual Report (unanimous approval)

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The City Commission will vote on the second reading of Solid Waste Ordinance 26-01, which amends rate tables. The commission also considers awarding a $1.248 million mill-and-overlay paving contract and a $281,339 change order, bringing the total to $1.53 million. Other action items include establishing a Golf Club Advisory Committee and approving a first budget amendment. A historic preservation ordinance first reading is continued to April 16.

• Second reading of Solid Waste Ordinance 26-01 with rate table changes
• Award of Bid #25-2545 for FY 2026 Mill & Overlay on various street locations to Preferred Materials, Inc. for $1,248,310.30
• Change Order #1 increasing the milling contract by $281,339.28 for a total of $1,529,649.58
• Approval of RFQ 25-2528 – Dunedin Marina Design and Permitting of Docks A & B Replacement to Kimley-Horn for $355,757
• First reading of Ordinance 25-02 (Historic Preservation) continued to April 16, 2026

The Commission approved the consent agenda, which included reappointments to advisory committees, appointments to the Library and Local Planning Agency, and the award of a $355,757 contract to Kimley‑Horn for the Dunedin Marina dock replacement. The motion to excuse Vice Mayor Walker’s absence and the motion to continue a historic preservation ordinance to the April 16 meeting were also carried. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $355,757 Marina design and permitting contract (4-0)
• Approved Broker of Record contract for property/casualty insurance (4-0)
• Reappointed Julie Church to Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Appointed James Culhane as alternate to Library Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Sylvia Tzekas as partial alternate to Local Planning Agency (4-0)
• Excused Vice Mayor Robert Walker’s absence (4-0)
• Continued Ordinance 25-02 historic preservation item to April 16 meeting (4-0)

Local Planning Agency

The Local Planning Agency will review Module 2 of the draft Land Development Code rewrite. The body will also discuss and recommend an alternate member to fill a vacancy on the agency.

• Review of Land Development Code Module 2 covering Development Standards, Concurrency, Subdivision Design, and Environmental Design
• Recommendation of one alternate member to the Local Planning Agency

The Local Planning Agency approved the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting. The motion was made by Sally Caron, seconded by Vice Chair Paul Stanek, and carried unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of a staff presentation on Module 2 of the recommended Land Development Code updates. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved Jan 14, 2026 meeting minutes (6‑0)

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The City Commission will hold a second public hearing to decide on design review approval for Main Street Exchange, a mixed-use development at 830 Douglas Avenue. Other action items include awarding a $181,764.73 carpet replacement contract for the library and approving a revocable license agreement for Flanagan's Irish Pub's 2026 St. Patrick's Day celebration. The consent agenda features board appointments to the Firefighters' Pension Trust Fund and Marina Advisory Committee.

• Second hearing on Design Review DR-2025-0002 for Main Street Exchange: 89-room boutique hotel, marketplace, theater, food hall, retail, parking garage on 1.78 acres at 830 Douglas Avenue.
• Award $181,764.73 carpet replacement contract to Shaw Industries Inc. for library main area, teen room, bookstore, and circulation areas.
• Approve revocable license agreement with Flanagan's Irish Pub for 2026 St. Patrick's Day celebration.
• Reappoint Kevin Naylor to Firefighters' Pension Trust Board (term ending 3/1/2028); appoint Cleveland Laycock and Craig Polito to Marina Advisory Committee.
• Select firms Colliers Engineering & Design, Witt O'Brien's, and CohnReznick Advisory for loan-grant administration and compliance services (RFP #25-2535).

The Dunedin City Commission held a public discussion on a proposal to reduce the number of city boards and committees from 26 to 21, focusing on the Hammock Advisory Committee. No formal vote or resolution was adopted, and the staff will continue gathering input before any consolidation resolution is presented.

COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the Dunedin Marina Revised Master Plan. The body will also receive a status update on Public Works Efficiency Implementation and recognize several proclamations.

• Review and discussion of the Dunedin Marina Revised Master Plan
• Status update on Public Works Efficiency Implementation
• Florida Bike Month 2026 Proclamation
• National Procurement Month Proclamation
• FCCMA presentation on 100 Years of Commission-Manager Form of Government

The City Commission workshop on March 3, 2026 consisted of presentations on Florida Bike Month, National Procurement Month, and the city’s 100‑year Commissioner/Manager milestone. Staff reported on the Public Works efficiency project, including implementation status and early cost savings. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded.

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to review a case involving alleged code violations at a specific residential address. The board will also approve minutes from the February 3, 2026 meeting.

• Case 25-2138 City vs RITTER, DAVID M (1776 Pasadena Dr): Offensive Accumulation, Motor Vehicle violations, and Site Standards for Houses and Duplexes

The Code Enforcement Board unanimously approved the draft minutes from the February 3, 2026 meeting. Chair Phil Stone recused himself from the Ritter case, and the board elected Dan Bolduc as acting chair for that case by a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 3, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Chair Phil Stone recused from Ritter case
• Elected Dan Bolduc as acting chair for case (5-0)

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The City Commission will hold a first hearing for the Main Street Exchange mixed-use development. Members will also consider a solid waste ordinance amendment and emergency funding increases for a grant-funded ditch maintenance project.

• First hearing for Main Street Exchange: 89-room boutique hotel and mixed-use building at 830 Douglas Avenue
• First reading of Solid Waste Ordinance 26-01 amending Section 66-101
• Ratification of $1,233,200 purchase order increase for CrowderGulf Joint Ventures, Inc.
• Ratification of $211,420 purchase order increase for Tetra Tech, Inc.
• Board appointments for Committee on Aging, Environmental Quality & Sustainability, Library Advisory Committee, Local Planning Agency, and Stormwater Advisory Committee

The commission read a proclamation designating February 23, 2026 as Peace Pole Day, another designating February 20, 2026 as Government Communicators Day, and a third designating February 15, 2026 as World Whale Day. Each proclamation was presented by the respective commissioner or vice mayor. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Proclamation designating Feb 23, 2026 as Peace Pole Day read (Vice Mayor Walker)
• Proclamation designating Feb 20, 2026 as Government Communicators Day read (Commissioner Dugard)
• Proclamation designating Feb 15, 2026 as World Whale Day read (Commissioner Gow)

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The Dunedin City Commission will consider several actions, including approving the minutes from recent meetings and appointing members to advisory committees. Commissioners will vote on a $85,445.17 purchase of a trailer‑mounted wastewater bypass pump, a second reading of Ordinance 25-11 to amend the Sustainability Matrix, and a non‑revolving credit agreement (Resolution 26-02). The agenda also includes a $610,000 loan to Flats on Main Street, LLC and a design‑review approval for a 21‑unit vacation‑home project at 1380 Pinehurst Rd.

• Purchase of a trailer‑mounted wastewater bypass pump from Mersino Water Solutions for $85,445.17
• Second reading of Ordinance 25-11 amending the Sustainability Matrix in the Land Development Code
• Resolution 26-02: Non‑Ad Valorem Revenue Note Series 2026 non‑revolving credit agreement
• Resolution 26-03: Approval of a $610,000 loan to Flats on Main Street, LLC
• Design review approval for the 21‑unit Azul Ave Vacation Homes project at 1380 Pinehurst Rd

The Dunedin City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which covered approval of prior meeting minutes, appointments to four advisory committees, a revocable license for the 2026 Mardi Gras Celebration, and the purchase of a trailer‑mounted wastewater bypass pump for $85,445.17. No other motions were taken. The City Manager will send a status update on the Beltrees Safe Street Plan to the commission and the resident who raised the issue.

• Approved minutes for 12/18/2025 regular meeting and 1/6/2026 workshop (part of consent agenda)
• Appointed members to Arts and Culture, Community Redevelopment Agency, Edgewater Drive, and Library advisory committees (part of consent agenda)
• Authorized revocable license agreement for the 2026 Mardi Gras Celebration (part of consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of trailer‑mounted wastewater bypass pump from Mersino Water Solutions for $85,445.17 (part of consent agenda)
• Consent agenda motion carried unanimously

COMMISSION WORKSHOP

This Commission Workshop will hear a presentation from the Pinellas County Housing Authority on The Flats on Main Street affordable housing project. Commissioners will preview the 2026 Citizen Survey and timeline, and discuss establishing a Golf Club Advisory Committee. They will also review proposed resolutions to combine several boards and committees and sunset others, including the Youth Advisory Committee and PRAAC. No votes are scheduled; the workshop is for discussion and information only.

• Pinellas County Housing Authority presentation on The Flats on Main Street affordable housing update
• Preview of 2026 Citizen Survey and project timeline
• Discussion on establishing a Golf Club Advisory Committee
• Proposed resolutions to combine CEQS and SAC, CCWC, HAC, and PRAC, and to combine DAC and SSC, EDAC and PSC
• Proposed sunsetting of PRAAC and Youth Advisory Committee (YAC)

The February 3, 2026 workshop featured presentations from the Pinellas County Housing Authority and developers about the Flats on Main Street affordable‑housing project and other housing initiatives. Commissioners expressed support for moving forward with staff recommendations, but no formal votes or approvals were recorded. The meeting was informational and did not result in any enacted actions.

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will approve the draft minutes from the January 6, 2026 meeting and accept an affidavit of compliance for a case involving Walvekar Properties at 2602 Bayshore Blvd. The board will discuss several new enforcement cases, including violations of building permits and stop‑work orders at 620 Dexter Drive (Bennis Properties) and other properties on Squire Ct, Baywood Drive W, and Highland Avenue. Public comment will be allowed during the citizen input portion.

• Approve draft minutes from the Code Enforcement Board meeting of January 6, 2026
• Accept affidavit of compliance for Case 24-570 City vs WALVEKAR PROPERTIES LLC, 2602 Bayshore Blvd
• Discuss Case 25-2068 City vs BENNIS PROPERTIES LLC, 620 Dexter Drive – violations of FBC Sections 105.1, 115.3 and IPMC Section 501.2
• Discuss Case 25-1955 City vs JULIE & PHYLLIS WILLIAMS, 50 Squire Ct – notice of public meeting
• Discuss Case 25-2135 City vs DORE, ERIC, 2438 Baywood Drive W – zoning district design standards violation

The board unanimously approved the amended minutes from the Jan 6, 2026 meeting. It accepted the Affidavit of Compliance for 2602 Bayshore Boulevard after the violation was corrected. It also ordered Bennis Properties LLC to bring 620 Dexter Drive into compliance with the Florida Building Code by Feb 24, 2026, or incur a $250 per day fine per violation.

• Approved Jan 6, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Affidavit of Compliance for 2602 Bayshore Blvd (unanimous)
• Ordered 620 Dexter Drive to comply by Feb 24, 2026 or face $250/day fine per violation (unanimous)

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The City Commission will hold a regular meeting with action items including second readings of ordinances to amend the land use plan and rezone 1050 Main Street, approving a $1.79 million vehicle replacement plan, and renaming the Old City Hall site to 'Grand Oak Park.' Other items include drainage improvements, a restroom facility contract for the park, and committee appointments.

• Second reading of Ordinance 25-08 (land use plan amendment to Residential Low Medium) and 25-09 (rezoning to Mobile Home) for 1050 Main Street
• Approval of FY26 Vehicle Replacement Plan for 23 assets at a total cost of $1,788,225.53
• Award of Bid #25-2541 for North Douglas Avenue Drainage Improvements to Stage Door II, LLC for $193,502.10
• Piggyback agreement for Old City Hall Park Restroom Facility with Public Restroom Company for $454,679
• Renaming of Old City Hall site to 'Grand Oak Park'

The Dunedin City Commission approved Application LUP/ZO-2025-0001, adopting Ordinance 25-08 to change the land use plan from Retail & Services to Residential Low Medium, and Ordinance 25-09 to rezone the property from Form‑Based Medium to Mobile Home. Both motions passed unanimously with all five commissioners voting aye. No public comments were received on either item.

• Approved bid #25-2541 for North Douglas Avenue Drainage Improvements ($193,502.10) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 25-08 Land Use Plan Amendment for 1050 Main Street (R&S to Residential Low Medium) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 25-09 Rezoning for 1050 Main Street (Form‑Based Medium to Mobile Home) – unanimous

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

The Dunedin Community Redevelopment Agency will consider approving draft minutes from its November 20, 2025 meeting, receive an advisory committee chair report, and hear the director's report. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or binding actions.

• Approval of draft minutes from November 20, 2025 CRA meeting
• Receive and discuss Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee Chair Report
• Receive Community Redevelopment Agency Director's Report
• Exhibits include CRA map, certificate for redevelopment professional, and certificate letter

The board voted 4-0 to excuse the absence of Member Robert Walker. It also voted 4-0 to approve the draft minutes from the November 20, 2025 Community Redevelopment Agency meeting. No other motions were recorded.

• Excused Member Robert Walker's absence (4-0)
• Approved November 20, 2025 CRA minutes (4-0)

Local Planning Agency

The Local Planning Agency will consider two design review applications: a major mixed-use project called Main Street Exchange (89-room hotel, marketplace, theater, food hall, retail, parking garage) at 830 Douglas Avenue, and a 4-story, 5-unit multifamily building on Skinner Blvd. Staff recommends approval for Main Street Exchange but finds the Skinner Blvd project inconsistent with the comprehensive plan. The agency will also select its 2026 chair and vice chair and recommend a member to fill a vacancy.

• DR-2025-0002: Design review for Main Street Exchange — 89-room boutique hotel, marketplace, theater, food hall, restaurants, retail, parking garage on 1.78 acres at 830 Douglas Avenue (staff recommends approval)
• DR-2025-0003: Design review for a 4-story (3 over ground-floor parking) 5-unit multifamily building on Skinner Blvd (staff finds inconsistent with comprehensive plan, recommends denial)
• Selection of Local Planning Agency Chair & Vice Chair for 2026
• Recommendation for one alternate member vacancy on the LPA

The agency voted to approve the minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting, with the motion carried unanimously. The board noted its advisory role and that it will consider the Main Street Exchange design review application, but no decision on that application was recorded in these minutes.

• Approved December 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

The City Commission will consider awarding a $1.74 million contract for the Marina Fishing Pier Replacement and approve two sewer rehabilitation contracts. The body will also hold the first reading of an ordinance regarding a sustainability scorecard and adopt new rules of procedure.

• Award Marina Fishing Pier Replacement contract to On-Point Contracting Company, LLC ($1,742,991.45)
• Approve rehabilitation of 24 sanitary sewer manholes to Rowland (DE) LLC ($79,880)
• Approve refurbishment of Wastewater Treatment Facility bar screens to Hydro-Dyne Engineering, Inc. ($144,079.71)
• First Reading of Ordinance 25-11 regarding a Sustainability Matrix and Sustainable Development Scorecard
• Adopt Resolution 26-01 adopting new Rules of Procedure for the Commission

COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The Dunedin City Commission will hold a workshop to receive presentations on the Live Local Act, a Business Survey Action Plan, and a Local Property Tax Campaign. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; all items are informational or discussion-only.

• Presentation and donation by Witches of Dunedin to Rotary Club for the Wendy Barmore Music Scholarship
• Presentation on the Live Local Act (Florida housing law)
• Review of the Business Survey Action Plan
• Discussion of a Local Property Tax Campaign

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will approve minutes, accept affidavits of compliance for several properties, and discuss a case with alleged violations (permits, stop work order, exterior conditions) at 2490 Trade Winds Dr. The board will also elect a chair and vice chair and set the next meeting date.

• Consent agenda: approval of November 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Affidavit of compliance: Case 24-569 City vs WALVEKAR PROPERTIES LLC at 2602 Bayshore Blvd
• Affidavit of compliance: Case 25-1913 City vs SCHURR, KLAUS O at 1209 Royal Oak Dr
• Old business: Case 25-1725 City vs MOON, MATTHEW T at 2490 Trade Winds Dr — violations of FBC 105.1, 115.3, and IPMC 304.7, 304.13
• Election of chair and vice chair of the Code Enforcement Board