City of Dunedin Administration Opposes FDEP Proposed Plans for Honeymoon Island

City of Dunedin, Florida sent this bulletin at 08/23/2024 04:17 PM EDT

City of Dunedin Update

City of Dunedin Administration Opposes FDEP Proposed Plans for Honeymoon Island

The City of Dunedin strongly opposes the Florida Department of Environment Protection’s (FDEP) unit management plan to develop pickleball courts on Honeymoon Island State Park. The proposed FDEP amendment does not align with City’s priorities to protect and maintain our coastal community and preserve our natural environment.

Honeymoon Island, the most visited state park in Florida with more than one million visitors a year, is known for its pristine beaches and natural habitat. It is clear, given the number of visitors a year, the park should remain just the way it is. Active recreational facilities such as pickleball courts will negatively impact the natural environment that we celebrate and generate noise that will be detrimental to the wildlife we treasure. In addition, any active recreational facilities will add to traffic congestion in and around the area that is already of concern for our community.

Elected officials and City staff will attend the meeting on August 27, 2024 from 3-4 p.m., at The District, 11141 U.S. Hwy 19N, Suite 204 to convey the City’s position regarding this issue.

Meeting information at: https://floridadep.gov/parks/parks-office-park-planning/content/41004-honeymoon-island-state-park-public-meeting

City Manager Jennifer K. Bramley on behalf of the City of Dunedin Administration

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Dunedin, FL 34698
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