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Week of October 8 - October 14
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Fire Prevention Week: Behind the Scenes with Dunedin Fire Rescue Inspectors
Dunedin Fire Rescue does more than respond to emergencies. They also work to prevent them by ensuring safety standards are met. This Fire Prevention Week, go behind the scenes with Dunedin Fire Rescue inspectors to see how their work helps keep the community safe.
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City to Celebrate 30 Years of Partnership With the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office
The City of Dunedin and Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office will celebrate the 30th anniversary of their partnership on Thursday, October 8, at Dunedin City Hall.
The public is invited to arrive at 5:30 p.m. to view a display of vehicles and equipment used by the Sheriff’s Office, including the Mobile Incident Command Center, an armored vehicle, Humvee, Polaris utility task vehicle, e-bikes and equipment from the Drone/Robot Team.
The ceremonial portion of the program will begin at 6 p.m. and include remarks from Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri and Dunedin Mayor Maureen “Moe” Freaney.
The celebration will occur during the regularly scheduled Dunedin City Commission Meeting, which will resume at 6:45 p.m. The equipment display will remain open until 7:30 p.m.
Click Learn More for additional information.
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Local Candidates Take Part in Public Forum Ahead of November Election
With the November General Election just a month away, the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce and League of Women Voters presented an opportunity for residents to hear from City and County Commission candidates during a public question and answer forum on Thursday, October 1, at the Hale Senior Activity Center.
The 2026 City & County Candidate Forum, which was livestreamed, included Dunedin City Commission candidates for Seat 4: Janice “Nan” Bennett and Mark Ossian and Pinellas County Commission candidates for District 2 at-large: Timothy Hughes and Brian Scott, the incumbent.
Candidates addressed questions which included traffic/transportation management, property tax reform, Home Rule, parking and development.
The General Election is Tuesday, November 3. Early voting begins October 19 and runs through November 1. Click Learn More to watch the recorded livestream of the forum.
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Watch City of Dunedin's Property Tax Town Hall
Dunedin residents gathered at the Hale Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, October 6, for the City’s Property Tax Town Hall Meeting. The event provided an opportunity for community members to learn more about property taxes in Dunedin and potential changes to Florida’s property tax structure ahead of the November general election.
Panelists included Representative Kimberly Berfield, Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri, Florida Fire Chiefs Association Past President Trip Barrs and Dunedin Mayor "Moe" Freaney. It was moderated by Tampa Bay 28 Anchor/Reporter Nadeen Yanes.
This was the fourth and final Property Tax Information Town Hall meeting. However, if if local community organizations, nonprofits, churches, HOAs, etc., would like the City Manager or Mayor to present City budget details and facts about property taxes and what they fund, reach out to communications@dunedin.gov to schedule a meeting.
Click Learn More to read the full article and watch the recorded livestream of the event.
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New Golf Cart Crossing Opens at Skinner Boulevard and Douglas Avenue
Golf cart crossing is now permitted on Skinner Boulevard/SR 580 using the roundabout at Douglas Avenue. This marks the first golf cart crossing of a state road at a roundabout in the state.
The Florida Department of Transportation installed signage at the roundabout, where golf carts can now cross following the same rules as vehicles. Crossing is only permitted north and south across Skinner Boulevard on Douglas Avenue. Golf carts are not permitted to travel west or east on Skinner Boulevard and are not permitted on the other roundabout at Highland Avenue.
Click Learn More to print out a copy of the City's golf cart map or view the interactive map online.
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Hot Topics: Get the Latest on the Marina Pier, Weaver Park Pier and Boat Ramp
Have questions about some of the issues generating conversation in Dunedin? The City’s new Hot Topics webpage is designed to provide clear and accurate information directly from City subject matter experts.
The latest Hot Topics on the new webpage include the Marina Fishing Pier and Boat Ramp and the Weaver Park Pier.
Click Learn More to explore these Hot Topics, read the latest updates and even submit your own questions for the City to answer.
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Scare Up Some Fun at Dunedin’s Spooktacular Halloween
Dunedin is getting ready for three days of fun as the City's Halloween event returns to Highlander Park under a brand-new name: Spooktacular Halloween. Get a sneak peek at the festivities and find out what’s in store in the latest Dunedin Insights.
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Piper on the Pier: Sunset Sounds on the Waterfront
Enjoy the sounds of the Dunedin Piper as the sun sets over the Dunedin Marina on Fridays and Saturdays from October 10 through December 26. Performances take place on the pier at Bon Appétit Restaurant, 148 Marina Plaza, and begin about 20 minutes before sunset.
The Dunedin Piper performs traditional bagpipe melodies, including “Amazing Grace,” and may be joined by a Dunedin Drummer on select evenings.
The event is presented by Dunedin Parks & Recreation and the City of Dunedin Pipe Band. Be sure to check the sunset time before heading out.
Click Learn More for additional information.
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Boater Safety Course to be Held at Dunedin Marina
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla Dunedin 11-10 will offer a two-day Boater Safety Course on Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, at the Dunedin Marina.
The course costs $50 per person and will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days at the Harbormaster Building. The eight-hour course satisfies Florida’s mandatory boating education requirement for anyone born after January 1, 1988, and will help educate boaters of all ages on safe and responsible boating.
Upon completion, participants will receive a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Safe Boating ID card. Email publiceducation1110@gmail.com or call 727-736-1191 to register for the course.
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Volunteers Wanted for Upcoming Holiday Events
Dunedin Parks & Recreation is looking for volunteers for its upcoming holiday events.
Volunteering is a great way to give back, fulfill community service hours and be part of our beloved Dunedin traditions.
We’re especially looking for volunteers to help with Spooktacular Halloween on Saturday, October 24, from 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Volunteers will help run carnival-style game booths, hand out candy at Boo in the Zoo, greet guests, manage lines and more.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers must complete an application and a waiver. Click Learn More to register.
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Help Shape the Future of Downtown Dunedin
What do you love about Downtown Dunedin? What would you like to see in the future? Join a community workshop on October 26 at 6 p.m. at City Hall and share your ideas for Downtown as the City updates the Downtown Master Plan.
Your input will help shape the future of how Downtown looks and feels while building on what makes Downtown Dunedin so special today.
Click Learn More to sign up to attend.
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Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
Thursday, October 8 at 4 p.m.
City Commission Regular Meeting
Thursday, October 8 at 6 p.m.
Dunedin Causeway & Coastal Waterways Committee
Tuesday, October 13 at 8 a.m.
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Local Planning Agency
Wednesday, October 14 at 6 p.m.
Public Safety Committee
Thursday, October 15 at 10 a.m.
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*Please note meetings are subject to change.
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