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Your City @ Work Update from the City Manager
City Manager Jennifer Bramley updates the community on the Skinner Boulevard Improvements Project, the Dunedin Marina restoration efforts, and preparations for the upcoming hurricane season. Watch her important message in the latest Your City @ Work Update.
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City Accepting Applications for Financial Assistance for Nonprofits
The City of Dunedin is now accepting applications for financial assistance for social and cultural nonprofit organizations as part of its 2026 budget. This is an opportunity for organizations that make a difference in the community to receive support for their valuable programs.
To be considered, organizations must submit a letter and required documents to the City’s Finance Department by June 13. The letter should outline how much funding is needed, its intended use, the community needs being addressed, and how the impact will be measured. Organizations that received funding last year should also include a summary of accomplishments.
A special review committee will evaluate all applications and recommend which groups move forward to the next phase of the application process.
Click Learn More to apply.
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Dunedin's Strategy & Sustainability Manager Honored with Home Rule Hero Award
The Florida League of Cities has recognized Nicole Delfino, Strategy & Sustainability Manager for the City of Dunedin, with a 2024 Home Rule Hero Award.
The award honors Delfino’s dedication and advocacy during the 2024 Legislative Session, during which she worked to promote local voices and protect the Home Rule powers of Florida’s municipalities.
“The dedication and effort of these local officials who tirelessly advocated for local decision-making was a difference-maker this legislative session,” said Casey Cook, FLC Chief of Legislative Affairs. “On behalf of the League and its legislative team, we’re proud to recognize each of them and thank them for their service.”
Home Rule is the ability of a city to address local problems with local solutions and minimal state interference. Recipients of the Home Rule Hero Award consistently engaged with members of the Legislature, providing local perspectives on important community issues.
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Dunedin Marina Update
The City of Dunedin is actively restoring the Dunedin Marina following significant damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
On May 8th, the contracts to purchase and install the Marina shore power pedestals, which house utilities for docked boats, was approved by the city commission. It will take 8-10 weeks to receive the pedestals and installation will begin after they arrive.
The stabilization repairs to Docks A and B will occur this summer. Slip renters will be able to return to the marina for recreational use once their dock slip location repairs have been completed.
More details on this and other active projects in the City of Dunedin are available on the City website.
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What You Need to Know About Trees Ahead of Hurricane Season
Worried about your trees as hurricane season approaches? Preparation starts with understanding the trees on your property and practicing long-term care. City Arborist Rick Warner shares tips and advice in the latest Dunedin Insights.
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Dunedin Causeway Closure on Sunday, May 18
The Dunedin Causeway will be closed on Sunday, May 18 from 6 a.m. to approximately 10 a.m. for the Dunedin Rotary Triathlon.
This sprint triathlon starts at Honeymoon Island State Park with a quarter-mile swim, followed by a 12-mile bike ride along the Causeway to Gary Circle and back, and finishes with a 3-mile run inside the park.
The Causeway will reopen when the last bicyclist enters Honeymoon Island State Park, which is expected to be at approximately 10 a.m.
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 Fireworks Scheduled at TD Ballpark
Please be advised that the Dunedin Blue Jays will host fireworks following their baseball games at TD Ballpark on the following dates: May 17, May 30, June 28, July 3, July 4 (Hometown USA event), and August 30.
Games and fireworks are weather permitting and subject to change. Please contact the Dunedin Blue Jays at (727) 733-9302 or visit the Dunedin Blue Jays website for more information.
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 Sunset Music Series Continues Through Month of May
Join us every Friday in May from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Weaver Park for beautiful sunset views and live music. The Wendy Barmore Sunset Music Series is free and open to the public. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase at each event.
The series is presented by Dunedin Parks & Recreation and sponsored by Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry and The A/C Guy of Tampa Bay Inc. Click Learn More for additional details.
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Application Portal Open for Dunedin Citizens Academy
The City of Dunedin is now accepting applications for it's next Citizens Academy, set to begin on September 2.
The Dunedin Citizens Academy offers residents hands-on activities and lectures to provide insight on how local government works. Participants will also learn about the Strategic Themes of the City Commission, with a focus on how City employees are working daily to serve the public.
Click Learn More for additional information or to apply.
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Meet the Artist: Kirk Ke Wang
Join us Wednesday, June 4 at 6 p.m. for an Artist Talk with world-renowned artist Kirk Ke Wang, who will share the inspiration behind his artwork exhibited at City Hall.
Wang, a professor of visual arts at Eckerd College and a board director of the Ringling Museum of Art, is a painter, sculptor, photographer, mixed media artist and educational software developer. He was born in Shanghai, China, and received MFA degrees from Nanjing Normal University in China and the University of South Florida.
The discussion will be moderated by City Art Consultant Elizabeth Brincklow. Light refreshments will be served.
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Beat the Heat: Take Your Workout Indoors
As the temps rise outside, it's the perfect time to bring your workouts inside! The at the Dunedin Community Center is open Monday through Saturday, offering everything you need to stay active and strong - rain or shine.
The center offers a full range of cardio machines and strength-training equipment for all fitness levels. Admission is $5 daily, $18 monthly, or $180 annually. We also have group exercise classes and personal training options to keep you motivated.
Click Learn More for additional fitness programming and class schedule.
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Public Safety Committee
Thursday, May 15 at 10 a.m.
Committee on Aging
Monday, May 19 at 9 a.m.
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Social Services Committee
Tuesday, May 20 at 4:30 p.m.
Board of Finance
Wednesday, May 21 at 3:30 p.m.
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*Please note meetings are subject to change.
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