COMMISSION WORKSHOP JULY 7, 2026

The City of Dunedin held a City Commission Workshop on July 7, 2026, focusing primarily on parks and recreation initiatives and infrastructure projects. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing the Weaver Park living shoreline improvement project, which aims to stabilize 728 linear feet of eroding shoreline using a nature-based approach including riprap revetment, mangroves, oyster recruitment, and an ADA-compliant kayak launch. The project design and permitting are being managed by CPH Consulting, with a current budget of $250,000, of which $150,000 has been spent on design and permitting. The commission discussed project phases, environmental impacts, public access, and funding strategies, including grant applications and potential sponsorships. Additionally, the meeting covered the city's long-range capital improvement plan funded by the Penny IV and proposed Penny V sales tax revenues, highlighting various infrastructure and facility projects such as fire station hardening, aquatic complex construction, marina boat ramp replacement, and street maintenance. Commissioners emphasized the need to prioritize projects based on community needs and funding availability, with ongoing discussions about project readiness and budget constraints. No formal votes were recorded during this session, but the commission expressed support for advancing the shoreline project to the permitting phase and continuing to develop the Penny V funding plan.