Dunedin Marina Update

Dunedin Marina Restoration Update

The City of Dunedin is actively restoring the Dunedin Marina following significant damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Recent City Commission approvals are helping move these efforts forward.

Budget

Bulkhead Project
Project Total: $3,500,000

• FEMA: $2,625,000
• State Disaster Fund: $437,500
• Marina Fund: $437,500

Docks A & B
Project Total: $5,000,000

• FEMA: $3,750,000
• State Disaster Fund: $625,000
• Marina Fund: $625,000

Fishing Pier
Project Total: $2,300,000

• FEMA: $1,725,000
• State Disaster Fund: $287,500
• General Fund: $287,500

In addition, a State Appropriation of $1,500,000 has been awarded and will be used to offset some of the costs.

Key Updates
• The City's goal is to open the boat ramp by 2026 to Dunedin residents only.
• The stabilization of Docks A and B has been completed. Replacement of Docks A and B with floating docks is planned for 2028.
• The Fire Suppression system is fully operational.
• The Peninsula has reopened to the Windlasses, DTSA and the public.
• All Slip renters are able to return to the Marina. The Marina basin will remain closed until slip renters repopulate the Marina.
• The Marina boat ramp will remain closed to the public as the Marina is an active construction site. Reopening of the boat ramp will be re-evaluated after the marina is operational and construction of the most damaged areas has commenced.
• Slip Renters will be required to sign new agreements with the City prior to returning to the Marina. Slip renters can now purchase parking permits for 2026.
• Installation of new shore power pedestals, which house utilities for docked boats, was completed in July, 2025.
• The City Commission awarded the bid to repair the Marina’s damaged seawall to BDI Marine at its July 17, 2025 Commission Meeting. Construction to repair the north seawall started on October 13th. The contractor is currently working on the east seawall . The parking area and drive aisle adjacent to Edgewater Park are closed. Access to the docks will be maintained, however there will be times during construction access will be limited. Construction completion expected in summer of 2026.
• The City of Dunedin reached an interlocal agreement with the City of Clearwater for assistance from Clearwater Marina staff to construct a temporary Ferry Landing/Dock at the Marina. The Clearwater Ferry started service on October 9th.
• The City Commission approved a consultant contract on April 15 for the design and permitting of the replacement fishing pier, day docks, and emergency docks.
• Design and Permitting for the City's Fishing Pier started in May of 2025 and is expected to take approximately 9 months. Demolition of the Pier and construction of the new pier is expected to begin in Summer of 2026.
• The bid advertisement to select a contractor to demo the old pier and construct the new fishing pier, day docks and emergency docks closed in December. The City Commission awarded the project to On-Point Contracting Company, LLC at their January 8th meeting. Demolition of the damaged pier is estimated to start in March of 2026. Construction is expected to be completed at the end of 2026.

Looking Ahead
City staff continues to meet all regulatory requirements and pursue FEMA reimbursement. Thank you for your continued patience and support—stay tuned for updates and future input opportunities.
For information contact: Harbor Master laurie.ferguson@dunedin.gov