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Before You Dive In: Life Saving Water Safety Tips From Fire Rescue
As a coastal community, water safety is an important part of our daily lives. Dunedin Fire Rescue shares helpful tips to stay safe while enjoying our beaches and waterways.
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Dunedin Receives Top Honors at Regional Resiliency Summit
The City of Dunedin received top honors at the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council’s 31st annual Future of the Region Awards, earning the prestigious One Bay McIntosh Award for its Resiliency & Sustainability Rebate Program.
The award is the highest recognition given by the regional council and is presented for a project that demonstrates exceptional community impact. Launched in October 2024, the rebate program incentivizes Dunedin residents and businesses to retrofit their infrastructure and properties for greater resiliency and sustainability.
Eligible upgrades include elevating a building above the floodplain, hurricane-hardened roofing, electric vehicle charging stations, and native landscaping. Participants can receive up to $2,500 in rebates.
Click Learn More for additional information on the Resiliency & Sustainability Rebate Program.
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Memorial Day Closures and Trash Collection Schedule
City offices will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. This includes the Dunedin Public Library and recreation centers. Regular operating hours will resume Tuesday, May 27.
Trash and Recycling schedules will change. Monday collections will take place one day later on Tuesday. Tuesday collections will take place one day later on Wednesday.
Click Learn More for the 2025 Holiday Trash Collection Schedule.
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City Hall Earns National Recognition for Sustainable Design
Dunedin City Hall received an Honorable Mention from the Green Building Initiative during its national awards ceremony in recognition of its Three Green Globes Certification, a distinction awarded for excellence in sustainable building practices.
Dunedin City Hall stood out for its strong commitment to green building standards. Key sustainability features in the facility’s design include solar panels, electric vehicle charging stations, and the use of sustainable building materials. These efforts have led to measurable results:
- 47% energy savings
- 25% reduction in water use
- 30% decrease in irrigation needs
This recognition reflects the City’s ongoing commitment to innovation, environmental stewardship, and creating a healthier, more efficient civic environment.
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Stormwater Stewardship Month: Scoop the Poop!
May is Stormwater Stewardship Month, and there is no better time to start being more mindful about how our everyday actions impact our waterways. Scooping the poop is one of the simplest and most effective ways you can help protect local water quality and support a healthier environment. Learn more in the latest Dunedin Insights.
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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.
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 Dunedin Does Compost Program Open to New Participants
Applications are now open for the Dunedin Does Compost program, which provides residents with a free backyard compost bin.
Composting reduces household waste, lowers landfill impact, and creates nutrient-rich soil for gardens and landscaping. It’s a simple, eco-friendly way to support sustainability right at home.
To be eligible for the free compost bin, residents must complete a compost video course and live in Dunedin city limits. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis
Click Learn More for additional information or to apply.
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 Eagle Scout Park Pickleball Courts Temporarily Closed
The pickleball courts at Eagle Scout Park will be temporarily closed starting Thursday, May 22, for surface repairs. The closure is expected to last 7 to 10 days, weather permitting.
Residents looking to play during the closure may use the dual-use tennis and pickleball courts at Highlander Park, located at 1937 Ed Eckert Drive near the pool and sprayground. Players must bring their own nets and gear.
Indoor pickleball is also available at the Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center on Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Additional indoor play is offered through the end of May at the Dunedin Community Center on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Edgewater Park Playground Reopens
The playground at Edgewater Park has officially reopened following repairs to damage caused by last year’s hurricanes.
The four-acre waterfront park, located at the Dunedin Marina, underwent resurfacing work after Hurricanes Helene and Milton damaged the playground area. City crews removed and replaced the affected surfacing. Other areas of the park, including the restrooms, were not impacted by the project.
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Dunedin Pride Flag Raising Ceremony
The City of Dunedin and the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce will host a Pride Flag Raising Ceremony on the front steps of City Hall on June 1 at 12:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
While the ceremony marks the beginning of Pride Month, Dunedin Pride Week, presented by the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce, takes place from May 30 to June 6 and features a variety of community events.
Click Learn More for the full schedule.
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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 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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Firefighters' Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees
Thursday, May 22 at 2 p.m.
Committee on Environmental Quality and Sustainability
Tuesday, May 27 at 6 p.m.
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Development Review Committee
Wednesday, May 28 at 9 a.m.
Leland Chase Project - ACAC Subcommittee
Wednesday, May 28 at 3 p.m.
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*Please note meetings are subject to change.
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