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PRESENT: City Commission: Also Present: CALL TO ORDER DUNEDIN, FLORIDA MINUTES OF THE CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP JULY 7, 2026 9:00 A.M. Mayor Maureen "Moe " Freaney , Vice Mayor Robert Walker, Commissioners Jeff Gow, Tom Dugard, and Steven Sandbergen City Manager Jennifer Bramley , Assistant City Attorney Noah Daiker , City Clerk Michelle Wells , Deputy City Manager Jorge Quintas, Fire Chief Michael Handoga , Finance Director Les Tyler, CRA/Economic Development Director Robert lronsmith, Parks and Recreation Director Tony Mulkey, IT Services Director Michael Nagy , Library Director Phyllis Gorshe , Budget Manager Jean Hochwarter , Strategy & Sustainability Manager Nicole Delfino , Sustainability Program Manager Natalie Gass, Grant Program Specialist Camille Zoller , Public Administration & Sustainability Intern Olivia Colone , Parks Superintendent Joe Mclemore 111 , Recreation Superintendent Jocelyn Brodhead , Fitness Program Coordinator Bobby Gallagher , Recreation Program Coordinator Angel Trueblood, Recreation Coordinator Nichole Allen , Special Events Programmer Danielle Edwards , Administrative Coordinator Rae Guilfoile , and approximately three people in the audience. Mayor Freaney called the July 7, 2026, Workshop to order at 9:00 a.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Assistant City Attorney Daiker led the Pledge of Allegiance 1. PRESENTATIONS 1.a. Designation of July as Parks & Recreation Month Commissioner Dugard read the proclamation designating July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month in Dunedin and encouraged everyone to celebrate the transformative power of Parks and Recreation. Parks & Recreation Director Mulkey commented: The theme this year is "The POWER of Parks and Recreation " recognizing and celebrating the power of Parks & Recreation and the people who make it all possible. The power of connecting and community, the parks, marina, golf course , and all programs and events are where Dunedin residents gather , celebrate , and build relationships across generations. He noted the many other aspects, including those of nature , the waterfront , trails, and conservation spaces. He acknowledged the professional Parks & Recreation team . Friday , July 17, 2026 , is Parks & Recreation Professionals Day ; he thanked the full time , part time , and seasonal staff and volunteers that keep the City 's system running. He thanked the City Commission for the recognition. The Mayor and Commissioners expressed appreciation for the entire Parks & Recreation team, noting the importance of their work throughout the city. City Manager Bramley noted Parks & Recreation is actually an economic development driver attracting residents and business owners to the city and expressed her appreciation. CITIZEN INPUT Mayor Freaney advised now was the time for anyone in the audience to speak on a topic not already on the agenda. Thomas Devlin of 1885 San Mateo Drive commented regarding the lack of quality golf balls at the Sterling Golf Range and suggested that consideration be given to improving that aspect. He also indicated that since the lights are on , residents should be able to hit balls at night and to have an automatic ball dispenser. 26-1

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission Seeing and hearing no one else wishing to speak , Mayor Freaney moved to the next agenda item . 2. WORKSHOP ITEMS 2.a. Josiah Cephas Weaver Park Living Shoreline Proposed Designs Staff Presentation Sustainability Program Manager Gass introduced the agenda item advising that Weaver Park has shoreline erosion; the entire intent of this project is to strategize to understand how to improve the shoreline in the best way possible for the park. Thereafter , Ms . Gass referred to the PowerPoint presentation , Josiah Cephas Weaver Park Shoreline Improvements , (Agenda Item Attachment A) with the following summary highlights and additional comments: Project Summary - Page 3 Solution: Utilize nature-based solutions to develop a living shoreline in place of the crumbling riprap shoreline . Incorporate new riprap , mangroves , native upland plantings , and oyster recruitment solutions and explore ADA kayak launch for additional publ ic access. Introduction - Page 5 Amanda Martin , E.I. , Project Eng ineer (CPH Consulting); Gabriela Bilter, Lead Env ironmental Scientist (CPH Consulting) Photos of previous projects - Green Turtle Hammock Nature Preserve in lslamorada, FL and Founders Park Breakwater in lslamorada , FL Background : Shoreline Assessments - Page 7 Multiple site assessments by staff confirmed that the shoreline is unstable and continues to degrade from erosion. Investigation: Seawall vs Living Shoreline - Page 8 Ms. Gass reviewed the comparison in detail. Graphics - Retaining Wall and Living Shoreline comparison Seawalls - details Liv ing Shorelines - details Background: Inv estigation - Page 9 Goal: Determine methods of shoreline stabilization ; seawall or living shoreline through means of surveys and designs. Pinellas County Water and Navigation informed the City the project is not eligible for a seawall, per Pinellas County Code Chapter 58 , Article XV, Section 58-573(3) , unless the seawall was to be : • Less than 100 feet in length • Adjoined by two ex isting seawalls on each side Weaver Park has neither . Investigation consensus: Seawall will not be permitted; funds can be used for living shoreline design . Ms. Gass advised that because of this , staff were able to take the budget that would have been used to conduct a more formal investigation and utilize it to move forward with CPH to have them design the shoreline improvements, create the engineering and construction documents , and support the permitting phase. Budget: $150 ,000 Actual : $0 26-2

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Living shoreline fits into larger initiatives - Page 10 Photos - Flooding in various areas in the city Vulnerability Assessment & Adapt ion Plan - Photo Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot - Graphic Project Scope : Pier NOT included - Page 11 • Engineering assessment completed Dunedin City Commission • Findings : Pier is not safe for use until significant remediation is performed • Currently in process of nav igating permitting requirements through all agencies (local, State , and federal levels) • Once firm timeline on permits is developed , repair work will go out to bid • Pier footprint and design will not change Staff are cognizant of the two projects happening at the same time and are collaborating on what is happening on each side; they are technically not a combined project CPH Consulting, LLC - Page 12 • CPH selected - one of the City's General Engineering Consultants (GE Cs) • CPH selection and design + permitting support fees approved by the City Commission on 10/09/2025 . • Scope of Work: Task 1: Due Diligence (6 weeks) Task 2: Conceptual Plan and Public Meeting (8 weeks) Task 3: Design Development (60%) (12 weeks)- Current Task Task 4: Permitting Services (18 weeks) Task 5: Construction Documents (100%) (8 weeks) Task 6: Bid Phase Services (6 weeks) Amanda Martin, E.I. , Project Engineer , continued the presentation. CPH Existing Conditions Assessment - Page 13 - Photos • Loss of material and void formation , allowing wave energy to erode the shoreline • Localized washout areas from wave action and overtopping • Displaced and undersized stone contributing to shoreline instability Shoreline Improvement Goals - Page 14 - Graphics Restore Stability - Erosion Protection Enhance Resilience - Hab itat & Waver Buffer Preserve Public Access - Recreation and Safety Protect the Shoreline for the Future PROJECT DESIGN Proposed Phasing Plan Approach - Page 16 - Details of each phase provided Phase 1 - Foundational Shoreline Stabilization Phase 2 - Sustainability & Resilience : Living Shoreline Components Phase 3 - Water Access Enhancement Existing Conditions - Aerial view rendering - Page 17 Phase 1: Foundational Riprap Revetment - Page 18 - Aerial graphic rendering - Detail 26-3

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Probable Construction Costs: $1 ,277 ,000.00 - (2027) $1,795 ,564.10 - (2030) Dunedin City Commission Phase 2: Living Shoreline Components: Mangroves, Upland Plantings, and Oyster Domes - Page 19 - Aerial graphic rendering - Detail Probable Construction Costs: $493 ,750.00 - (2027) $555,401.60 - (2030) Phase 3: ADA Kayak Launch - Page 20 - Aerial graphic rendering - Detail Probable Construction Costs: $431 ,250.00 - (2027) $431 ,250.00 - (2030) 01 - Phase 1: Educational Signage - Page 21 - Photo/Graphics • Details about the liv ing shoreline • Spotlight on FL Gulf Coast Hope Spot • Highlight history of renowned naturalist Dr. Blatchley and Dunedin 's Nature Nook Mangroves and upland plantings - Page 22 - Graphic Preliminary conceptual drawings proposed to the City team 02 - Phase 2: Cross Section of Proposed Improvements - Page 23 - Graph Showcases the improvements made in a sectional view for the shoreline. The .riprap revetment is proposed to be about 11 feet waterward and will no longer hug the shoreline as it is currently. They will not be touching the walking path within this project ; only providing improvements to the shoreline within Phase 1 and Phase 2. Oyster Domes and ADA Kayak Launch - Page 24 - Graphic This is the second concept that is slightly different from the renderings specifically with the oyster domes. This is all dependent on coordination with permitting agencies . The alignment , location , and sizing are all dependent on coordination with the Army Corps of Engineers and requ irements for proposing this work within this specific area considering the site conditions and results from the environmental assessment. The kayak launch is incorporated to the north side; they will not be proposing any mangroves or oyster domes within that area ; it is something the public had mentioned as a concern to keep the area clear for safety . Gabriela Bilter , Lead Environmental Scientist continued this portion of the presentation. Seagrass Survey - Page 25 - Graphic - Detail Ms. Bilter elaborated on the aspects and details of the survey including the following: The survey for the proposed project was conducted June 2, 2026 , which falls within the primary seagrass growing season of June 1 - September 30. Surveys conducted during summer months provide regulatory agencies with the most representative information regard ing seagrass distribution. 26-4

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission The survey results were used to identify aquatic resources and inform project design to avoid and minimize impacts. Conduct ing the survey during the seagrass growing season provided the most rel iable basis for assessing existing condit ions and evaluating potential project related effects. Ms. Bilter also referred to the graphic on this page and explained what is represented. The design is avoiding all seagrass shown in the pink ; organic debris in the yellow ; mangroves in green , and oyster domes are proposed in black . • No impacts to seagrass with current design • Since there are no impacts , seagrass mitigation is not requ ired • Seagrass survey is valid for 3 years Ms. Martin continued the presentation : Eye Level View - Page 26 - Rendering view from the shore Visualization of Proposed Shoreline Improvements Concern for mangroves blocking water views was a main topic from the public. Likely the mangroves will be placed in areas that will not obstruct these views , also the City will likely be trimming . This will have to be entertained again during the permitting aspect of the project and the agency requirements. Mangroves are a very integral part in keeping the shoreline res ilient to waving energy . Eye Level View - Page 27 - Rendering of the Pier Visualizat ion of Proposed Shoreline Improvements Oyster Recruitment Options - Page 28 - Photos - Detail Alternate options to manufactured oyster domes (75Ibs - 1,300Ibs. ) Discussions with Ms . Gass regarding the options , rather than committing to the traditional manufactured oyster domes , they also explored alternative recruitment options. These include : Oyster Reef Balls (75Ibs. - 200Ibs .) Oyster Volcanoes (20Ibs. - 30Ibs .) Oyster Rag Pots (1 .2 lbs .) Each of the options vary in cost , size , and ease of installation ; all are designed to promote oyster growth , improve hab itat , and prove additional wave attenuat ion. These alternatives will be evaluated to determ ine which solution fits best with the City budget, maintenance preferences , and long-term restoration goals , as well as what the permitting agencies deem necessary for protection of this specific shoreline. PROJECT INPUT & SUPPORT Ms. Gass continued with this portion of the presentation. Input from 3/24/26 Public Meeting - Page 31 - Deta ils Over 30 people were in attendance . Support : There was support to incorporate the mangrove upland plantings with controlled growth . The idea was brought up to sponsor oyster domes as a means of funding the project. Dunedin Boat Club was in support of the kayak launch , providing economic impact to Caladesi and relieves marina parking . There was additional strong support for the oysters and the kayak launch. 26-5

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Concerns : Dunedin City Commission Keep the existing fence or install "no climbing " signage for riprap area. Mangrove maintenance was a common theme as well as not obstructing views with upland plantings. Location of the oyster domes in regard to the kayak launch. Budgetary constraints in terms of if this project is not funded now , the consequences to the eroding shoreline and future construction costs. Ms. Gass noted that the project has been brought before the Stormwater Adv isory Committee and will be brought to the Coastal & Causeway Committee and the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council multi- agency team to provide input and feedback. The project will also be brought to the Development Review Committee (DRC) consisting of staff from all departments and divisions. Support Committee on Environmental Quality & Sustainability (CEQS) - Page 32 Letter to the Mayor , Commissioners , City Manager , and staff. Letter of support passed with 5 votes in favor and 1 against at the May 26, 2026 , CEQS meeting. Stay in the Know - Project Page on the Dunedin City website - Page 33 Developed by the Communications Department , updated as the project progresses allow ing for community members to engage with the project and see the timeline. Project Funding - Page 35 Details Funding FY25 CPH Desi _ .,,___________ FY26 TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET TO DATE GRANT FUNDING FDEP Coastal Partnership Initiative (CPI)- submitted NFWF National Coastal Resilience Fund - submitted FDEP Resilient Florida Grant - to be submitted Sponsorships - "Adopt a mangrove/reef dome , etc. " Ms. Gass advised: $150,000 $100,000 $250,000 ~' ~~------.---.: $30,000 (Not awarded) $156,500 (Not awarded) To be determined To be determined The FY26 funding of $100 ,000 is intended for grant matching funds. No grants have been awarded as of yet; staff continue to apply. Regarding the sponsorships concept , there are adopted mangrove/reef/dome , etc. programs seen throughout the community. One is at the Florida Aquarium, which she has a meeting to talk about the options and viable partnerships. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - Page 36 - Photos - Details Involve and educate the public , creating learning opportunities as well as reducing installation costs utilizing partnerships in the Tampa Bay Region . This would also require City staff management. Ms. Martin continued the presentation: CONSTRUCTION COSTS Preliminary costs based on research of area contractors and recent projects . 26-6

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission Ms. Martin elaborated on additional costs and factors involved in those costs. Phase 1 - Riprap Revetment - Page 37 - Table - Details BTOTAL Phase 2 - Living Shoreline - Page 38 - Table - Details SUBTOTAL CONSTRUCTION TOTAL (with Contingency starting 2030) Phase 3-ADA Kayak Launch - Page 39 - Table - Detail UBTOTAL Expense Comparison - Page 40 - Table - Detail 1,277,000.00 1596 ,250.00 1,660 ,100.00 1,726 504.00 l 795 564.16 395,000.00 493 750.00 513,500.00 534 040.00 555 401.60 345 ,000.00 431,250.00 448 ,500.00 466,440.00 Ms. Martin noted the challenges to have funds up front to do everything at the same time and in terms of matching grants , it is easier to allocate funds for different phases of the project rather than attempting to fund it all at once. Project Phases & Budget - three options with details provided Option 1: Three Phases - $2,576,190 Option 2: Two Phases - $2,442,500 Option 3: All at Once - $2,240,000 Expense Comparison - Page 41 - Table - Detail Project Phases & Budget - three options with details provided Option 1: Three Phases - $2,576,190 25% Matching Grant- Phase 1: $399,062 50% Matching Grant - Phase 1: $798,125 Option 2: Two Phases - $2,442,500 25% Matching Grant- Phase 1: $431,875 50% Matching Grant - Phase 1: $863,750 Option 3: All at Once - $2,240,000 25% Matching Grant - Phase 1: $560,000 - For the Entire Project 50% Matching Grant - Phase 1: $1,120,000 - For the Entire Project 26-7

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission Ms. Martin noted even though there is $100 ,000 in the project fund for cost match to apply for grants , at this time it is not sufficient to move the project forward even while exploring grant funding whethe r phased or all at once . Proposed Schedule - Page 42 Project Task City Commission Approval Design Development Permining Cousttuction Documems Implementation TBD • Requested Feedback - Page 43 • Input on overall concept and design • Address Park viewshed concerns • Preferred option for phased installation approach versus all at once • Direction on contracted turn-key installat ion versus heavy community engagement and volunteer-based installation • Input on fundraising and sponsorship idea : "adopt an oyster dome ," "adopt a mangrove " Next Steps - Page 44 • Proceed per City Commiss ion Review and Consensus Direction • Budgeting & Funding Exploration • Grants • Sponsorsh ips / donations • Perm itt ing • Develop Construct ion Documents • Construction & Implementation • Volunteer opportun ities! Keep in Touch - Page 45 - Contact Information Commission questions, concerns, and comments were addressed to include: The existing parking lot is understood to be shell material , which would have to be confirmed , and is believed to be non-ADA compliant. The recommendation has been to pave the ADA-recommended number of parking spaces , to be determined , as well as the pathway to the ADA compliant kayak launch . This would no t be to pave the entire parking lot. The recommendation for a separate kayak launch and pier versus applying a kayak launch to the existing pier is because of the length of the existing pier , including that it is challeng ing from an ADA perspective . The new launch will be from a floating dock that goes to the he ight of the launch for ADA as well . 26-8

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission Significant discussion ensued regarding concerns expressed relating to the mangroves obstructing views ; that any gaps in the mangroves would weaken the overall concept of resiliency . Also , concern that any gaps would be places for attempting to launch from the shore . The idea will be explored of provid ing gaps for the viewsheds as well as ensuring those specific gaps are still protected in some way to be evaluated during design. The minimum height for mangroves is 6 feet from the root system; in th is case the mangroves will be placed at the toe of the slope making the height seem lower. The oyster beds ' current des ign creates a barrier . A pathway could be cons idered for launching from the shore ; however , people would be directed to launch from the designated kayak launch area for safety , not walking over the riprap. There was a question regarding the depth of the roots of the mangroves in relation to the height to be researched and an answer was provided . In reference to questions regarding the last time the riprap was done , the life of that project , and how often it would have to be replaced in the future , the research ind icated th is revetment was around 1980 ; the living shoreline proposed keeps gett ing better with time , the oppos ite of a seawall that deter iorates over time . The Pier renovation is a separate project from a separate fund ing source. A structural analysis will have to be done for the kayak launch. The presen tat ion reflects the prelim inary design , wh ich has been shared with the public and adv isory comm ittees . Sea level rise was incorporated into the Vulnerability Assessment ; living shorelines are a component and a solution for an adaptation strategy . The current cost breakdown includes the removal of the existing concrete material , helping to determine the possible full cost. The idea is for further analys is for cons ideratio n of using as much of that material as possible for a foundation. Selection of all three types of mangroves was recommended ; all three currently exist in the subject area. The dissent ing vote at the CEQS was regarding the viewshed with the mangroves . Concern was expressed in terms of us ing the exist ing pier for kayak launch rather than the expense of a new pier and floating dock . Reference was made to the Existing Conditions (Slide 17) regarding the reuse of as much of the current riprap and construction material as possible as a foundation and adding to it , as some will have to be removed , which would be a reduct ion in terms of cost. In reference to the cost indicated on Sl ide 18 , that would be new riprap with the current conc rete removed . The gaps shown are for the stormwater pipe outlets to the north and to the south ; the design will have to protect those pipes from any damage . It is unknown at this time whether the private property on either side has seawalls . It is believed that they do not; however , that can be confirmed. One of the reasons for the County determining the funding was that there was no adjoining seawall. Parks & Recreation Director Mulkey responded to the question regarding the separate pier project with an anticipated completion date not known at this point in the bidding and permitting process, due to the FEMA reimbursement requ irements. He explained the use of that pier for kayak ing launch including the accessib ility and ADA guidel ines. The des ign presented today is consisten t with a similar plan the City prev iously permitted for several years , at least 10 years ago , that was part of the acqu isition requirements for the park for a kayaking launch . In relation to the urgency for this project in terms of the amount , level , and speed of the current erosion there will have to be research and provide that information . 26-9

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission Having no mangroves would result in eventually more erosion with only ripraps there ; the mangroves protect the riprap ; it was acknowledged that the mangroves are a key component. It was explained regarding the maintenance of the mangroves , obtaining a permit for the cutting for a small fee , and hiring a professional on a yearly basis. The City has other areas where there are contracts for mangrove maintenance , including the golf course. The maintenance schedule must be adhered to according to the required permit. City Manager Bramley advised that funding other than grants will be determined ; not going beyond the current match for grants until the results of the November referendum. She suggested that this project needs to get as far along as possible and then see what grant funding will permit the City to fund. In terms of Enterprise Funds , Stormwater is a possibility , depending on status at the time. City Manager Bramley also addressed the question of urgency for the project , indicating that it is very important and needs to be answered , start ing with Phase 1. She noted today it is really about the concept. Significant discussion ensued regarding the longevity of the project, which is dependent on the components in which the City is ready to implement. The elements within this proposal are expected to last in the 50-to-100-year range depending on maintenance and so forth . The green living shoreline improvements aspect will continue to grow stronger ; it causes less erosion and damage thereby extending the life expectancy for the riprap proposed. In terms of defense from wave action , the oysters would probably be first , then the mangroves , and then the riprap. Limestone is the most commonly used material for the riprap, which is most likely to be recommended for this project. The permitting process has already started in terms of scientists looking at existing conditions , wetlands , and seagrass , collecting the data , and a meeting is scheduled with the Army Corps , a pre-application is scheduled with FDEP for guidance for the individual project. Once a "road map " is provided, then the design can begin to be revised to abide by the regulations set forth. It does take longer than other permitting processes ; it could be 6 months or longer depending on various elements and requirements of the project. The approved permits would probably exp ire around 5 years ; hence , the urgency of the guidance needed and the project. If the projects are not expected to be constructed within their expiration timeline , it would require reapplying. Extensions are possible . It was noted the surprising huge amount of seagrass and the current design is avoiding the seagrass perfectly. A request for information on the measurement of damage to seagrass from kayaks . Next Steps - Page 44 • Proceed per City Commission Review and Consensus Direction • Budgeting & Funding Exploration • Grants • Sponsorships / donations • Permitting • Develop Construction Documents • Construction & Implementation • Volunteer opportunities! Keep in Touch - Page 45 - Contact Information 1:01 City Manager Summary City Manager Bramley noted : 26-10

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 • City staff wanted to hear the Commission's basic thoughts Dunedin City Commission • There was much discussion regarding funding very appropriately She would like to take this step by step, first being crucial is the City Commission 's buy-in to the concept presented. Not necessarily the phases , but allow staff to continue with the permitting , get it shovel ready , and then advise the Commission of whatever funding is available as far as grant funding moves forward. City staff must work closely with the Commission to look at all options available. Public Input Mayor Freaney opened the item to public input. Janice "Nan " Bennett of 1990 Saddle Hill Road N. commented : This is a project she is passionate about and has been involved in monitoring from the beginning. It was a great job with the presentation and all the details. Some of her quest ions or comments might have been addressed but were not included in the written or presented material. She noticed the design involved a much more uniform rounded form of riprap as opposed to the old style that was more like slabs of waste concrete sort of tossed down to stabilize the shores . She wanted to make sure when the project is designed and put out to bid that that is fully specified and the cost reflects getting a more uniform, rounded , and better appearing project for the aesthetics . With the pavement for the ADA, that typically triggers having to do some amount of stormwater treatment for increasing the impervious area. She did not see in the design where that would go . For clarification, everything seen in the park is stormwater outfalls ; there are two wastewater outfalls to the south, but those were not shown on the drawings ; they extend 1,700 feet out to the shipping channel. It is not playing into this design, they are well south of everything seen here. She thought those might be outside the park in the right-of-way. Finally , with this and any project, it has been heard and talked about not just the capital costs , but that there will be ongoing operations and maintenance costs. There will be ongo ing permitting costs because there will be monitoring of the plant life and how it is surviving and possibly re-plantings. She thought to have an honest estimate of what is going to have to be in the City 's ongoing year-to-year budget to maintain this that needs to be in the design as well in order to plan for that for the ongoing budget. Hearing and seeing no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Freaney closed the public input. Ms. Gass noted that what was shown in the presentation is not a complete design, but more preliminary. Many of the details and components have not been included yet awaiting direction and general feedback that they are going in the right direction first. Commission Comments/Direction Vice Mayor Walker stated his support for the concept as an absolute necessity. In terms of the cost and phasing , there does have to be consideration of what might be coming with the referendum in November. The sponsorship, he thought , was an awesome idea for the oysters . Commissioner Sandbergen thought it was a great question about how fast erosion has occurred. If it really is starting to erode , he would be in favor of the first phase, whether to use what is there, reconfiguring it , or if going to riprap. Also , he referred to this being based on what is coming with the November referendum , being cautious with the taxpayers ' money while protecting what is there. Comm issioner Gow commented as far as the timeline phasing or not phasing, he would like to go with all at once because it is less expensive ; however, he did not know if that could be done because of those 26-11

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission unknowns ; he would defer to staff on that to make sure the cost is as little as possible , but quality first. In terms of fundraising ideas , the more community involvement the better and a stronger buy -in and less cost to the City . He would sponsor one of the oyster domes or whichever type is selected . His understand ing is that the mangroves will cover the riprap and , if so , does it need to be round and pretty or can old slabs of concrete be used that would be less cost. Comm issioner Dugard commented regarding the unprecedented circumstances the City is facing . He can support this in concept while also saying that the concept is appealing ; however , with in the context of cost , other forms of revenue , those are his caveats and caut ion must be taken. He thought making any decisio n before November 3rd would be na ively opt imistic at best. He thought the Commission did not need to see this before then in any actionable way. Mayor Freaney commented that she has seen what other communities have done when sitting on the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council and the work they do . It is being very proactive environmentally with how eros ion and those types of issues are handled in the most environmentally protective way. She is one hundred percent in support of mov ing in th is way with these types of situations looking at it first and foremost. Regardless of thinking , this is a great way to go on this property , it is all about priorities. The amount and speed of erosion is the number one question to understand and the urgency or not of when and were facing financ ial challenges with or without the referendum passing or failing . City Manager , Bramley rev iewed: • Input on overall concept and design the Commission likes the work that has been done • There are issues to be addressed , including the urgency • Address Park viewshed concerns with the mangroves • Preferred option for phased installation approach versus all at once ; she is hear ing all at once for the purpose of submitting for grants that has most likely a better opportunity to be awarded versus a phased approach; however , must be cognizant of funding. She is hearing from the Commission nothing before November ; she agrees . • Direction on contracted turn-key installation versus heavy community engagement and volunteer-based installation . She is hearing that the Commission would like the community involved , especially with the oyster houses ; she agrees there could be a great program that the community could embrace and want to be involved. • Input on fundrais ing and sponsorship idea : "adopt an oyster dome ," "adopt a mangrove ." As Ms . Gass noted , that is a labor-intens ive effort ; however , certainly worthwhile and something the commun ity would embrace. She thought there was clear direction and there were questions staff can answer to the Commission , probably under separate cover. BREAK 11 :00 a.m. -11 :10 a.m. 2.b. Penny V Discussion Staff Presentation There is a correct ion to Attachment A - the Background , Page 1: Fire Station 9-1- 62 Hardening / Renovations 2,000 ,000 The slides and the exhibit are correct. Finance Director Tyler referred to the PowerPoint , Penny for Pinellas V Attachment C, and advised: Penny for Pinellas - Page 3 26-12

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission Explanation of the 1% sales tax in place since 1990 , funding Infrastructure projects that do not rely on property taxes. Some previous Pennies for Pinellas projects : • City Hall • Community Center •EOC • Fire Station 61 Penny IV Fund Assumptions FY 2027 Proposed Budget - Page 4 Penny Tax Revenue: FY27: - 6.1% The October 2025 elimination of tax on commercial rents reduced the City sales tax, as well as cities and counties throughout the state , by the best estimate of 7% - 8%. The reduction is ongoing ; the adjustment is being made in FY27. Growth estimates thereafter : FY28 : +3 .0% FY29: +3.0% - Penny IV expires December 2029 FY30 : +1 .5% FY31 : 0% FY32 : 0% Misc. Revenue: Highlander Aquatic Complex Donation ($1 M total) - Approximately $850 ,000 received - FY29: $150k anticipated to be donated Transfers In: Every year since 2021 , a contribution from the Water/Wastewater Fund of $468,000 . FY26-30 from Water/WW for share of new City Hall debt service payments of $468,600 per year. Taking place through October 2029 ; financing for City Hall will be paid off October 2029. Unobligated - Penny IV - $1.5 Million , funding that can be used for unknown capital project needs or projects that might go over budget in the next 3-year time frame. Penny Fund - Long Range Plan - Page 5 - Detail Table Highlights noted : Estimated Revenues and Expenses projected out to Penny IV time frame , which is 2030; it expires December 2029 , which falls into FY2030. Changes in this Proposed Budget: FY2027 difference from the current FY2026 is the proposal to move the Aquatic Complex Project to FY2029 in this Long-Range Plan . Estimated increased construction costs of approximately 17% over that 3-year period are estimated by the City 's design consultant. Assuming Penny V is approved by the voters in November 2028 , all project costs move to the Penny Fund and out of the General Fund. Currently , the Aquatic Complex Project is budgeted in the Penny Fund and the General Fund . The goal being once the Penny passes to move the entire project to the Penny Fund. Penny Fund - Long Range Plan - Page 6 - Detail Table Highlights noted : Buena Vista Drive Drainage Improvements - New project- $250 ,000 FY28/FY29 for a total of $500 ,000 - funding needed for the brick streets portion of the project 26-13

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission Replacement of Fleet Services Building Design - FY29 ; this was also in last year 's Penny Long-Range Plan . This is a long-range plan draft ; this is in the outer years and in last year 's, which can be changed by the City Manager or the Commission per their direction moving forward . Penny IV Revenue Comparison - Page 7 - Bar Graph In 2017 , the County estimated the property tax revenue stream the City would expect with Penny IV • Penn y IV County Or iginal Revenue Estimate - $45 ,330 ,000 • Penn y IV Actuals /Proj ections - $51 ,856 ,500 Penny IV Revenue Project ion - Page 8 • Initial County revenue projections for 2020-2029 for Dunedin were $45.3M • Curre nt actuals through FY 2025 and projections for FY 2026 through FY 2030 , total Penny IV revenue is antic ipated to be $51.SM This is better than the original projection. Penny IV revenue growth has been interesting: Start ing early 2020 with COVID ; with significant concerns that would dramatically reduce the sales tax ; however , the reduct ion was only about 6% that initial year. In 2021 and 2022 , there was good growth for sales tax of 16 % growth 2 years in a row which is extraordinary . This was mainly due to pent up demand due to COVID and residents mov ing to Florida . From 2023 - 2025 , the growth was more modest at about 1.4% average per year. In total , the 10-year revenue stream is expected at about $51.8 Mill ion. Penny V Revenue Projection - Page 9 Mr. Tyler expla ined the County has not yet shared with the City anyth ing on the Penny V revenue stream . He reached out to ask when that would be shared ; however , was given no specific date. He is anticipating six months or less to receive that information . For the purpose of this presentation today , staff made an assumpt ion . • Dunedin is estimat ing approx. $63M from Penny V Penny V Revenue Expected $63 ,000 ,000 Assuming 2.5% growth every year , the same estimate as the County estimate in 2017. Staff consider that to be a reasonable basis or assumption . The County estimates most likely will be used if different. This same approach was carried out by the City for Penny IV plann ing purposes wh ich can be discussed ; this is the starting point. Less 15% for Financing costs/m isc . ($9 ,500 ,000) Net Proceeds Available for Projects $53 ,500 ,000 • Staff recommends committing 85% of this revenue to projects and allowing 15% for financing costs , immediate needs that arise over the next decade , and to absorb any revenue shortfalls . Penny V Requested Projects - Page 10 - Detail List Deta il list of requested projects to date - Total : $91 ,380 ,000 The Penny IV Ant icipated Cost column indicates the estimated Penny IV dollar amount projected to apply to the Highland Aquatic Complex Project - $7 ,000 ,000 , with the remain ing $16 ,500 ,000 Penny V funding. Deta il list of requested projects to date - Total : $91 ,380 ,000 , well above the revenue stream just discussed . 26-14

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission Project Requests by Department - Pages 11 - 19 - Summaries/Estimates provided Finance Director Tyler explained that the next slides provide a high-level snapshot of each of the projects for Penny V; he briefly reviewed the projects and noted that those project managers were present to answer any detailed questions . Commission questions, concerns, and comments were addressed for the following to include : Economic & Housing Development Affordable Housing - $1 ,000 ,000 Pinellas Trail Enhancement - $1 ,500,000 Economic Development/CRA Director lronsmith explained the project for consideration of a concept plan for future improvements in partnership with Forward Pinellas or Pinellas County. Currently , there is no concept plan . It would be separation of cyclists/e-bikes from pedestrians for safety. It could be both widening and/or dedicated lanes. The estimate is very preliminary ; it would be a shared partnership. Fire Rescue Fire Logistics Storage Facility - $900 ,000 Chief Handoga explained vehicles are one of the things stored; also , spare bunker gear in a climate-controlled area as well as supplies and apparatus during hurricanes and so forth. Stations were not built for current needs ; additional storage is needed . In terms of the Fire Station 60 Replacement and building in the storage area and discuss ion of apparatus during hurricanes the new Fleet or the Parking Garage , City Manager Bramley noted that could be done in several places in the City. Some of the fleet could be on the floor of the park ing garage ; however, the fire apparatus is too high for the parking garage. Fire Station 60 Replacement - $21,500,000 Fire Station 62 Hardening and Renovations - $2,000,000 Fire Training/ EOC Site Improvements - $1 ,500 ,000 Mr. Tyler explained regard ing the possible Fire Special Assessment , noting if approved , the City could issue financing with that for construction projects and so forth. The City could have debt service based on that Special Revenue Fund. IT Services Secure Fiber Cable Infrastructure Installation - $6,000 ,000 Library IT Services Director Nagy explained currently there are 5 buildings connected to the City 's fiber cabling. A third party is used , making the City vulnerable to what they allow leaking in. This would give direct connection from City Hall to EOC . He explained about the current connections ; what happens if one or two buildings go down , many go down; cabling that is just below the blacktop that would take additional buildings/facilities down. Th is dedicated connection would be a whole new route , using half of the current infrastructure, making the City much more secure. In terms of cybersecurity , getting off the third-party entities would be helpful. Library Renovations - $3,000 ,000 Parks & Recreation Fisher Concession Building Replacement - $1 ,980 ,000 26-15

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Dunedin City Commission Parks & Recreation Director Mulkey explained the estimate is basically benchmarked from other projects in various places in the state with similar footprints. Highlander Aquatic Complex - Penny IV : $7 ,000 ,000 Penny V: $16,500 ,000 Mr. Tyler explained regarding the Penny IV $7 ,000 ,000 is the difference between the debt proceedings and the construction costs. Marina Boat Ramp Replacement- $2 ,100 ,000 Regarding why this cost is not included in the Enterpr ise Fund , Mr. Tyler recalled the thinking was that the boat ramp is not really used by the slip renters ; it is used by the public , wh ich is why it would not be paid for by the Mar ina Fund . In terms of charging for a pass for use of the boat ramp that goes into the Enterprise Fund , Mr . Tyler explained Boat Ramp Revenue has been moved to the General Fund. City Manager Bramley noted it was a staff recommendation to remove the Boat Ramp out of the Marina Enterprise Fund to ease the impact on the Marina Enterpr ise Fund ; the boat ramp is primarily used by the general public, not only residents at this point. She recalled that revenue is about $15 ,000 . Should the Commission prefer that be addressed, it can be considered as part of this budget cycle . It was a difficult issue with the nexus between the Mar ina Fund and the Boat Ramp as far as usage. Mr. Tyler stated , to his knowledge, the use of Penny Funds on the Boat Ramp does not mean any requirements , such as being open to all Pinellas County residents. Playground Equipment Replacements - $2,400 ,000 Public Works Brick Streets - $5 ,000 ,000 Mr . Tyler acknowledged basically it was correct that brick streets were budgeted inadequately in Penny IV to some degree . In response to the question of whether there has ever been consideration of an assessment to the homeowners on brick streets and what that might look like to subsidize , as well as the impac t of brick streets to the value of a home , City Manager Bramley advised that is not something staff has looked into , a direct assessment; it would be at the consensus of the City Commission for staff to look into . Mayor Freaney recalled it was proven to be a break even with brick streets lasting a hundred years with no maintenance ; a paved street needs maintenance less than 15 to 20 years. City Manager Bramley explained that in terms of the procedure , subject to the Commission consensus direction , staff would need to investigate the special assessment for brick streets and review the options by Statute. Pavement Management - $15 ,000 ,000 Public Works Replacement Building - $11 ,000,000 It was suggested this item be called the Fleet Replacement Building to avoid confusion with the Public Works Building behind the water plant. Penny V Requested Projects By Type - Page 20 - Pie CharUDetails Facilities - $36,900 ,000 Recreation - $27,480 ,000 Infrastructure - $26 ,000 ,000 Gran ts/ Incentives - $1 ,000 ,000 26-16

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 Penny V Funding Challenges - Page 21 Estimated Available Funding (2030 - 2039) Requested Projects Shortfall / Unfunded Projects Finance Director Tyler commented: $53 ,500 ,000 $91 ,380 ,000 ($37,880,000) Dunedin City Commission There has always been a challenge in determining which Penny projects should be funded. There were challenges in Penny IV , and he is sure there was in Penny Ill. There are numerous competing infrastructure priorities . The City Commission and City staff will need to work through, evaluate , and prioritize projects for Penny V based on factors such as public safety , regulatory requirements , asset condition, economic impact , and project readiness aligning with the City 's long-term goals. Next Steps - Page 22 • Commission direction regarding recommendations for Penny V projects • Future Identification of "Signature Projects " • Follow up workshop in the future Mr. Tyler commented he thought the City was well in advance of where they need to be as far as looking into this. He suggested following up with another workshop or two at the Commission 's direction. Looking at the Penny IV time frame, he thought the County would want the Signature Projects a year from now or maybe late 2027. City staff wanted to get in front of this and start the discussions early. Commission Comments Commissioner Gow clarified that the shortfall shown is what spurred his question on how to get the projects in . He would not question any of the proposed projects, other than going forward what a need is really versus what a want is . Commissioner Dugard thought this to be a great first step to knowing the scope and what the needs are about. It will need to be narrowed down in future workshops. Vice Mayor Walker verified with Mr. Tyler that Penny IV funds carry forward, including the $1.5 million unobligated and $7,000,000 for the Aquatic Complex. He noted also this is a good starting point and agreed with Commissioner Gow about needs and wants to be critical. Commissioner Sand bergen commented that the shortfall is a concern and emphasized how important that vote will be in November 2028. Mayor Freaney commented obviously that the consideration is needed versus want and what the community needs versus wants. She does think there is much more to learn , in particular , in Fire and the need for replacement. In terms of the Highlander Pool , that is the number one Signature Project if she had the only vote ; it was for the past decade and now there is a broken-down pool that has not been open all summer and is now in crisis , which she considers unacceptable . Affordable Housing funding is seed money to something extremely important. Bricks and streets must be a priority as key infrastructure. She wants to look at the Fleet Building as well. The concession stand that has been there forever has to be in some way restructured. In terms of the Pinellas Trail , she does think the County should be doing that; however , a partnership would be great. Public Input Mayor Freaney opened the item to public input. Hearing and seeing no one wishing to speak , Mayor Freaney closed the public input. 26-17

Workshop Minutes July 7, 2026 3. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS Dunedin City Commission Mayor Freaney inquired about the status of the Highlander Pool. Parks & Recreation Director Mulkey advised that the pool is waiting for a part of the water to meet the Health Code. He noted that, with the age of the pool , the pumps are not a supported configuration any longer and had to be specially sourced. Currently, lhis year, approximately $80,000 has gone into the pool and there is additional work scheduled for the off season to ensure compliance with the health codes and to get through to the construction of the new pool. Commissioner Dugard requested an update on what is being done now relative to what would be done with full facility , what programs were lost , deferred , and so forth. Mr. Mulkey stated normally the summer camps would utilize the pool every week ; that cannot be done. There has been some alternative programing with water slides and so forth and taking them to other pools. The swimming lessons for the younger children had to be restricted to a younger age than normal with the capacity of the small pool. General swimming lessons on a wider scale were scheduled to begin yesterday ; that was unable to be done due to not receiving that part. He noted there are no open swimming opportunities for the community . The hope is to have the pool ready for the fall school swimming season as scheduled. City Manager Bramley advised that the cosVbenefit analysis will be part of the budget process. Commissioner Dugard suggested that the pool be a workshop agenda item. ADJOURN MEETING The Workshop adjourned at 12:05 p.m. NOTE: The meeting was completely recorded , and the recording is in the official file . Attest: ACity Clerk Maureen "Moe" Freaney Mayor 26-18

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>> JULY7th, 2026, CITY COMMISSION WORK SHOP. ALSO, THE BIRTHDAY OF THE VICE MAYOR OF THE GREAT CITY OF DUNEDIN, ROB WALKER. SHALL WE JUST -- ? HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU ? ? HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU ? ? HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR ROB ? ? HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU ? ? ? [APPLAUSE] ALL RIGHT! >> RESOUNDINGLY BEAUTIFUL. >> FOR FURTHER EMBARRASSMENT. >> THAT'S RIGHT. >> HAPPY BIRTHDAY. WE ARE GLAD YOU'RE HERE ON YOUR BIRTHDAY. OKAY, I'M GOING TO CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER AND FIRST WE WILL GO TO NOAH WHO WILL DO THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE FOR US. [PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE] OKAY, WE HAVE JUST ONE PRESENTATION TODAY. BUT IT'S A VERY IMPORTANT ONE. DESIGNATION OF JULY AS PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH, AND I'M GOING TO TURN TO COMMISSIONER TOM DUGARD TO REID AND PRESENT THE -- READ AND PRESENT THE PROCLAMATION. >> THANK YOU, MAYOR. IF I'M NOT MISTAKEN, I THINK WE HAVE A VERY LARGE NUMBER OF PARKS AND REC PEOPLE HERE. I'M FEARFUL THAT IF YOU ALL COME FORWARD THERE ARE GOING TO BE NOTHING BUT EMPTY SEATS OUT THERE, SO I'M GOING TO ALLOW WHOEVER YOU'RE SELECTED, DO YOU ALL WANT TO COME FORWARD? IF YOU WANT TO COME FORWARD, COME ON DOWN. >> MAYOR FREANEY: SURE, WHY NOT? >> NO? OKAY, SHY. [LAUGHTER] I'LL DO THE PROCLAMATION AND PRESENT IT AND THEN ALLOW FOR COMMENTS. IS THAT ALL RIGHT? OKAY. WHEREAS PARKS AND RECREATION IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF COMMUNITIES THROUGHOUT THIS COUNTRY INCLUDING THE CITY OF DUNEDIN, AND WHEREAS PARKS AND RECREATIONS PROMOTE HEALTH, WELLNESS, IMPROVING THE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH OF PEOPLE WHO LIVE NEAR PARKS, AND WHEREAS, PARKS AND RECREATION PROMOTES TIME SPENT IN NATURE, WHICH POSITIVELY IMPACTS MENTAL HEALTH BY INCREASING COGNITIVE PERFORMANCE AND WELL-BEING, AND ALLEVIATING ILLNESS SUCH AS DEPRESSION, ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDERS, AND ALZHEIMER'S. AND WHEREAS, PARKS AND RECREATION ENCOURAGES PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES BY PROVIDING SPACE FOR POPULAR SPORTS, HIKING TRAILS, SWIMMIG POOLS, AND MANY OTHER ACTIVITIES DESIGNED TO PROMOTE ACTIVITY -- ACTIVE LIFESTYLES. AND WHEREAS PARKS AND RECREATION IS A LEADING PROVIDER OF HEALTHY MEALS, NUTRITION SERVICES, AND EDUCATION. AND WHEREAS PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMMING AND EDUCATION ACTIVITIES SUCH AS OUT OF SCHOOL TIME PROGRAM, YOUTH SPORTS, AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION ARE CRITICAL AND CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT. AND WHEREAS, PARKS AND RECREATION INCREAES A COMMUNITY'S ECONOMIC PROSPERITY VALUES, EXPANSION OF LOCAL TAX BASE, INCREASED TOURISM, THE ATTRACTION AND RETENTION OF BUSINESSES, AND CRIME REDUCTION. AND WHEREAS, PARKS AND RECREATION IS FUNDAMENTAL TO THE ENVIRONMENT WELL-BEING OF OUR COMMUNITY. AND WHEREAS, PARKS AND RECREATION IS ESSENTIAL AND ADAPTABLE INFRASTRUCTURE THAT MAKES OUR COMMUNITIES RESILIENT IN THE FACE OF NATURAL DISASTERS AND CLIMATE CHANGE. AND WHEREAS AND PARKS AND NATURAL RECREATION AREAS ENSURE THE ECOLOGICAL BEAUTY OF OUR COMMUNITY AND PROVIDE A PLACE FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS TO CONNECT WITH NATURE AND RECREATE OUTDOORS. WHEREAS, THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HAS DESIGNATED JULY AS PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH. AND WHEREAS DUNEDIN RECOGNIZES THE BENEFITS DERIVED FROM PARKS AND RECREATION RESOURCES. NOW, THEREFORE, I TOM DUGARD, BY VIRTUE OF THE AUTHORITY VESTED IN ME FROM THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DUNEDIN, FLORIDA, AND ON BEHALF OF THE ENTIRE CITY COMMISSION DO HEREBY PROCLAIM THE MONTH OF JULY 2026 AS PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH IN DUNEDIN. AND ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO CELEBRATE THE THE TRANSFORMATIE POWER OF PARKS AND RECREATION. THANK YOU. [APPLAUSE] >> GOOD MORNING, MAYOR, VICE MAYOR, COMMISSION, AND MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC AND OUR VALUED PARKS AND RECREATION TEAM BEHIND ME. JULY IS NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED AS PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH, AND ITS INITIATIVE FACILITATED BY THE NATIONAL PARK AND RECREATION ASSOCIATION AND IT'S DONE SO SINCE 1985. THIS YEAR'S THEME IS THE POWER OF, AND IT'S RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING THE POWER OF PARKS AND RECREATION, AND THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE IT ALL POSSIBLE. THE POWER OF CONNECTING AND COMMUNITY, THE PARKS, THE MARINA, THE GOLF COURSE, AND ALL OF OUR PROGRAMS AND EVENTS ARE WHERE DUNEDIN RESIDENTS GATHER, CELEBRATE, AND BUILD RELATIONSHIPS ACROSS GENERATIONS. THE POWER OF PLAY FROM YOUTH SPORTS AND CAMPS, TO ACTIVITIES FOR SENIORS OR FAMILIES TO ENJOY THEIR FREE TIME. PLAY FUELS CREATIVITY, FUELS HEALTH, AND LIFE LONG LEARNING FOR RESIDENTS OF ALL AGES. THE POWER OF NATURE, OUR WATERFRONT, OUR TRAILS, AND CONSERVATION SPACES INCLUDING THE HAMMOCK AND GLADYS DOUGLAS PRESERVE, AND THE VARIETY OF PARK SPACES GIVE EVERY RESIDENT ACCESS AND OPPORTUNITY TO RESTORATIVE BENEFITS OF THE OUTDOORS. AND OUR TEAM. NONE OF THIS IS POSSIBLE WITHOUT A PROFESSIONAL, WELL TRAINED QUALIFIED PARKS AND RECREATION TEAM. AND BEHIND EVERY CLEAN, SAFE, WELCOMING PARK OR SUCCESSFUL PROGRAM, AND EVENT, IS THE PARKS AND RECREATION PROFESSIONALS, MANY OF WHICH ARE BEHIND US. MANY OF OUR RECREATION STAFF COULDN'T BE HERE TODAY DUE TO SUMMER CAMPS THAT ARE FULL, FULL ON RIGHT NOW, SO DO DO WANT TO RECOGNIZE THOSE THAT AREN'T HERE WITH US. BUT OUR RECREATION, PARKS, GOLF AND MARINA TEAMS DELIVER ALL OF THE EXPERIENCES THAT I MENTIONED EVERY DAY. FRIDAY, JULY 17th IS PARKS AND RECREATION PROFESSIONALS DAY. I WANT TO TAKE A MOMENT TO THANK THE FULL-TIME, PART-TIME, AND SEASONAL STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS THAT KEEP THIS SYSTEM RUNNING. I INVITE RESIDENTS TO CELEBRATE PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH, ALL OF JULY, AND THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, BY GETTING OUT, USING YOUR PARKS, SIGNING UP FOR A PROGRAM, GOING TO AN EVENT, AND SPEND TIME OUTDOORS ON THE WATERFRONT. I WANT TO THANK THE COMMISSION FOR RECOGNIZING PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH. I WANT TO THANK OUR STAFF AGAIN, WHICH OUT HERE AND WHO COULDN'T BE HERE WITH US AND APPRECIATE THE TIME TO BE RECOGNIZED. [APPLAUSE] >> MAYOR FREANEY: GET A PICTURE. COME ON UP, GUYS. [APPLAUSE] >> OKAY, HAVE A SEAT FOR A MINUTE, EVERYBODY, AND I'M GOING TO GIVE THE COMMISSION A CHANCE TO COMMENT ON OUR AMAZING PARKS AND RECREATION GROUP. I'M GOING TO START WITH THE VICE MAYOR. >> THANK YOU, MAYOR. YOU KNOW, TONY HAD SAID THAT, YOU KNOW, THIS MAY BE PARKS AND REC MONTH, BUT THIS IS -- PARKS AND REC SHOULD BE CELEBRATED 365 DAYS A YEAR. BECAUSE OF WHAT YOU GUYS DO. YOU ARE THE HEART AND SOUL OF THIS COMMUNITY, AND WITHOUT YOU AND WITHOUT WHAT YOU DO, I DON'T THINK -- IT WOULD BE HARD PRESSED TO BELIEVE THAT WE WOULD ENJOY THE QUALITY OF LIFE THAT WE DO HERE NOW. SO ANYWAY, I JUST WANT TO THANK YOU TO THE ENTIRE PARKS AND REC TEAM AND. >> MAYOR FREANEY: COMMISSIONER SANDBERGEN. >> THIS IS PROBABLY THE EASIEST SPEECH TO GIVE, BUT 500-PLUS ACRES OF PARKS, 500 ACRES OF GREENSPACE, I KNOW I'M CLOSE ON SOME OF THAT, BUT YOU KNOW I KNOW MOST OF YOU. I SEE YOU DOWNTOWN. I KNOW THE EVENTS YOU TAKE CARE OF. THE BALL FIELDS. I SEE MY FRIEND DOWN THERE BOBBY GALLAGHER, I WAS ABSENT THIS MORNING. I WANT TO SAY THANKS TO ALL OF YOU FOR WHAT YOU DO, AND I THINK SOMEONE WHEN I FIRST GOT ELECTED SAID NEVER FORGET IT STARTS WITH PARKS, AND I THINK THAT PERSON WAS RIGHT SO THANK YOU TO EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU. >> COMMISSIONER GOW. >> THANK YOU, MAYOR. THERE IS NO DOUBT THAT PARKS AND REC HOLDS A PERSONAL AND SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART BUT JUST, JUST REAL QUICKLY, JUST IN GENERAL, TO GET AN UNDERSTANDING OF WHAT DUNEDIN WOULD BE WITHOUT OUR PARKS, OUR GREENSPACE, OUR STAFF, OUR DEPARTMENTS, IT CERTAINLY WOULD NOT BE THE SAME. AND WE GAIN SO MUCH THROUGH OUR GREENSPACE AND OUR PARKS. SO THANK ALL OF YOU FOR WHAT YOU DO EVERY DAY. THANK YOU. [APPLAUSE] >> COMMISSIONER DUGARD. >> THANK YOU, MAYOR. I WILL MAKE THIS A LITTLE BIT MORE PERSONAL. I SELECTED MY HOME BASED ON LOCATION TO PARKS. WHEN I WAS BUYING A PLACE HERE IN DUNEDIN. I WAS VERY PROUD OF THE FACT THAT I WAS RIGHT NEXT DOOR TO HAMMOCK PARK, THE TRAIL, THE WATER, AND ALL OF THAT. AND THEN A GOOD FRIEND OF MINE AT THE ROTARY CLUB SAID YOU REALLY CAN'T GET ANYWHERE IN DUNEDIN WITHOUT BEING NEXT TO A PARK ALMOST. WE HAVE THE HIGHEST DENSITY OF PARKS FOR ANY CITY IN THE COUNTY. I MEAN, WE JUST HAVE GREAT PARKS. AND OUR CITIZENS EVERY DAY TELL US HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO THEM. ALL YOU GOT TO DO IS THREATEN A PARK AND YOU'LL HAVE 500 PEOPLE ON YOUR DOORSTEP. JUST IN MINUTES. YOU GUYS DO GREAT WORK. YOU KEEP THIS A HEALTHY SYSTEM. AND YOU KEEP OUR CITIZENS HEALTHY AS WELL. THANK YOU VERY MUCH. [APPLAUSE] >> MAYOR FREANEY: BEFORE I GO, I THINK THE CITY MANAGER WANTED TO SAY SOMETHING. >> I'D LOVE TO. FIRST OF ALL, I WANT IT TO BE NOTED I WAS AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER THIS MORNING. [LAUGHTER] HE WAS THERE YESTERDAY, I WASN'T. BUT ANYWAY. AND JUST TO, YOU KNOW, AS COMMISSIONER DUGARD SAID, ACTUALLY PARKS AND REC RATION IS AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DRIVER. THE OPEN SPACE AND THE FACILITIES ATTRACT RESIDENTS TO OUR CITY AND BUSINESS OWNERS TO OUR CITY, AND I KNOW THAT IT'S ONE OF THE THINGS THAT ATTRACTED ME TO THE CITY WHEN I FIRST CAME TO, TO HAVE A LOOK ABOUT IN YOU KNOW REGARDS TO THE CITY MANAGER POSITION. WENT BY THE HALE CENTER, WENT BY THE COMMUNITY CENTER, THE DFAC WHICH IS OWNED BY THE CITY AND MAINTAINED BY THE CITY. AND SOME OF THE OPEN SPACES ARE JUST PRISTINE, AND I REMEMBER DURING JUNETEENTH WHEN WE -- INAUGURAL YEAR JUNETEENTH WHEN WE DID OUR COMMUNITY INSERVE DAY I CHOSE PICKING UP GARBAGE AT LIELANDER PARK AND I COULDN'T -- HIGHLANDER PARK AND I COULDN'T FIND ANY BECAUSE IT WAS SO WELL MAINTAINED. I HAD TO LOOK AND LOOK AND LOOK FOR WHATEVER GARBAGE I COULD FIND SO I TOO AM GRATEFUL FROM THE ADMINISTRATION'S PERSPECTIVE FOR ALL THE HARD WORK, RECREATION AS WELL. I KNOW THAT THEY CAN'T BE HERE. THEY'RE WORKING RIGHT NOW. BUT PARKS MAINTENANCE AND PARK ADMINISTRATION, IT TRULY IS A GEM IN THE CITY. IT IS SOMETHING TO BE PROTECTED AND CHERISHED MOST CERTAINLY OUR LEVEL OF SERVICE FOR PARKS AND RECREATION I'M GRATEFUL, AND ALSO THE FACT THAT YOU ARE IN FIRST PLACE IN THE EMPLOYEE GOLF LEAGUE IS SOMETHING THAT YOU CAN REALLY CELEBRATE AND THAT WE'RE REALLY STRIVING TO OVERCOME AT THIS POINT, BUT ANYWAY, THANK YOU VERY MUCH, ALL OF YOU. I'M VERY GRATEFUL FOR EVERYTHING THAT YOU DO. [APPLAUSE] SO I GET THE LAST WORD. YOU KNOW, THERE'S NO DOUBT ABOUT IT THAT WHEN YOU LOOK AT THE CITY, IT WOULD BE A HOLLOW PLACE WITHOUT PARKS AND RECREATION. THUNK OF IT HALLOWED OF OUR PARKS, HOLLOWED OF OUR SPECIAL EVENTS, HOLLOWED OF OUR PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES THAT CREATES THAT INTERGENERATIONAL FEEL. I STARTED OUT MY CAREER FOR A FEW YEARS IN JUVENILE COURT, AND YOU KNOW, IF WE STOP, IF -- IF WE CAN -- WE CAN NEVER STOP REALIZING THERE IS A CONNECT THERE IF WE DON'T GIVE OUR KIDS THINGS TO DO, THEY'LL FIND OTHER THINGS TO DO AND THEY WON'T ALWAYS BE AS GOOD AND THEY WON'T ALWAYS LEARN THE SAME GOOD LESSONS OF LIFE TO GROW UP AND BE GOOD RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS. SO WHAT YOU ALL DO OUT THERE IS MULTI FACETTED, AND SOMETIMES PEOPLE SAY OH, REC AND PARKS, YOU KNOW THAT'S JUST SOME FUN AND THROWING BALLS AROUND. BUT WE ALL KNOW IT'S A PROFESSION. IT'S WAY DEEPER THAN THAT. YOU'RE CHANGING LIVES AND IT'S A VERY IMPORTANT THING AND IT ACTUALLY DOES CREATE ECONOMIC VITALITY AND JUST OVERALL VITALITY IN OUR CITY. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO, NO DOUBT IN THE WORLD THAT THAT'S WHY A LOT OF PEOPLE COME AND LIVE HERE. IT'S WHY THEY WANT TO STAY HERE. THAT'S WHY THEY WANT TO BE A PARTY HERE. THAT'S WHY WE HAVE MAYORS OF OTHER CITIES COMING TO OUR GOLF CART PARADE AND OUR HOMETOWN USA. BECAUSE WE'RE A SPECIAL PLACE. AND YOU GUYS MAKE IT SPECIAL. YOU PUT THE SPECIAL IN OUR CITY, SO THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU. REALLY APPRECIATE IT. [APPLAUSE] WE'RE GOING TO GO ONTO CITIZEN INPUT AND YOU DON'T HAVE TO STAY FOR THE REST OF THE MEETING UNLESS YOU WANT TO, SO OKAY. >> IT IS REALLY HOT OUTSIDE SO MAYBE -- >> MAYBE YOU WANT TO, HEY, THAT'S UP TO YOU GUYS. OKAY, I'M GOING TO GO TO CITIZEN INPUT. DOES ANYONE IN THE AUDIENCE WISH TO COME AND SPEAK ON A TOPIC THAT IS NOT ON THE AGENDA? WISH TO COME UP TO THE MICROPHONE. >> HAMMOCK PARK IS MY BACKYARD SO I LOVE PARKS AND RECREATION. IT'S A GREAT PARK. IT'S ALWAYS CLEAN, AND THEY'VE REALLY HAD THEIR STRUGGLES AFTER THE HURRICANE, AND IT REALLY, YOU KNOW IS COMING UP AND LOOKING NICE. SO THANK THEM FOR THE PARK. ALSO WITH THE PARK IS I HAVE, THAT'S WHY MY INPUT'S HERE IS FOR WE GO TO STERLING GOLF RANGE I'M AN AVID GOLFER I'M ON THE LIST TO BECOME A MEMBER AT THE DUNEDIN GOLF CLUB, AND THE BALLS ARE LACKING THERE. A LOT OF DON'T EVEN HAVE DIMPLES SO WHEN YOU HITS A BALL THEY JUST STRAY IT'S NOT EVEN A GOLF BALL ANYMORE AND IF YOU GET A MEDIUM BUCKET IT'S LIKE 70 BALLS IF YOU GET A BUCKET YOU'RE ONLY GETTING 20 BALLS THAT ACTUALLY LOOK GOOD AND WHITE. SO I WANT TO SEE IF WE CAN DO SOMETHING ABOUT GETTING YOU KNOW MORE GOLF BALLS YOU KNOW NEEDED THERE BECAUSE IF NOT YOU HAVE TO DRIVE TO CHICHI'S AND I CAN'T TAKE MY GOLF CART TO CHICHI'S SO I GOT TO PACK UP THE CAR, GO ALL THE WAY UP THERE AND YOU KNOW THE BALLS ARE MORE EXPENSIVE THERE BUT OF COURSE BUT THEY'RE ALL NICE, YOU KNOW, YOU GET ALL NICE BALLS THERE. SO I JUST WANTED TO SEE IF WE CAN LOOK AT YOU KNOW GETTING MORE GOLF BALLS TO THE STIRLING GOLF RANGE. AND I ALSO WANTED TO SEE ON A SECOND NOTE IS IF WE CAN ACTUALLY GET A, THE LIGHTS ARE ON AT NIGHTTIME THERE, SO I WANT TO SEE IF WE CAN HIT BALLS AT NIGHT AND GET AN AUTOMATIC BALL DISPENSER THERE. SO YOU DON'T WANT TO TAKE JOBS FROM PEOPLE THERE THAT ARE GIVEN BALLS AWAY, BUT IF YOU HAD AN AUTOMATIC BALL DISPENSER YOU CAN HIT BALLS THERE AND IT'S A LOT COOLER THERE. BECAUSE YOU KNOW IF YOU GO TRY TO HIT GOLF BALLS THERE IN THE AFTERNOON, IT'S, YOU KNOW, IT'S SWELTERING AND IT WOULD BE NICE TO BE ABLE TO HIT IT WHEN IT GETS A LITTLE DARKER, 11:00 OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT SO I WANTED TO PUT THAT FORWARD TO SEE IF WE CAN GET ANY OF THOSE THINGS DONE AND THAT'S ALL I HAVE TO SAY. >> AWESOME. APPRECIATE IT. THANK YOU. >> SO THAT'S WHY MY BALL KEEPS ON GOING THE WRONG WAY. [LAUGHTER] >> NOTHING AT ALL TO DO WITH THE SWING. >> THAT'S RIGHT. >> NOTHING WHATSOEVER. >> I MEAN, I DON'T THINK I CAN OFFER AN INTELLIGENT STATEMENT ABOUT THOSE COMMENTS EVEN THOUGH I RESPECT THEM BECAUSE I DON'T KNOW BUT SOMEBODY CAN AND SOMEBODY OBVIOUSLY NEEDS -- >> WE WILL ABSOLUTELY HAVE A LOOK INTO THOSE TWO REQUESTS MAYOR. >> THAT'S AWESOME. THANK YOU FOR BRINGING THOSE. OKAY, ANYONE ELSE IN THE AUDIENCE WISH TO COME FORWARD AND SPEAK ON AN ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA? OKAY. SEEING NO ONE, I WILL CLOSE CITIZEN INPUT AND WE WILL GO TO THE FIRST WORKSHOP ITEM, WHICH IS JOSIAH CEPHAS WEAVER PARK LIVING SHORELINE PROPOSED DESIGNS AND I WILL TURN TO THE STAFF I GUESS LEADING WITH NATALIE TO TAKE US INTO THAT. >> GOOD MORNING, MAYOR, VICE MAYOR, COMMISSIONERS, CITY MANAGER. NATALIE GAS, SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM MANAGER FOR THE CITY OF DUNEDIN. CAN YOU SEE THE SLIDES ON YOUR SCREEN? OKAY, THEY ARE JUST PULLING UP RIGHT NOW. WONDERFUL. SO WHAT A GREAT SEGUE TO TALK ABOUT OUR LIVING SHORELINE AT WEAVER PARK GIVEN IT'S PARKS AND REC MONTH. WE ARE GOING TO BE TALKING ABOUT THE SHORELINE IMPROVEMENTS, THE DESIGN, AND THE WORK THAT WE'VE BEEN CONDUCTING UP TO UNTIL THIS POINT AND REALLY UNDERSTAND YOUR DIRECTION AND CONSENSUS FEEDBACK SO WEAVER PARK HAS SHORE LINE EROSION AND THE ENTIRE INTENT F THIS PROJECT IS TO STRATEGIZE TO UNDERSTAND HOW CAN WE IMPROVE THE SHORELINE IN THE BEST WAY POSSIBLE FOR THIS PARK. A QUICK PROJECT SUMMARY AND THEN I WILL GET INTO THE OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S MEETING. SO THIS IS AT WEAVER PARK. IT IS 728 LINEAR FEET OF SHORELINE THAT IS ERODING AND UNSTABLE. THE SOLUTION HERE IS GOING TO BE UTILIZING A NATURE BASED SOLUTION TO REALLY REPLACE THE CRUMBLING RIPRAP SHORELINE AND INCORPORATE NEW RIPRAP, MANGROVES, NATIVE UPLAND PLANTING, OYSTER RECRUITMENT, AND EXPLORE ADA KAYAK LAUNCH FOR ADDITIONAL PUBLIC ACCESS. CPH CONSULTING WHO I WILL INTRODUCE IN JUST A MOMENT, IS OUR DESIGN AND PERMITTING CONSULTANT WORKING WITH US ON THIS PROJECT. AND WHILE I AM THE PROJECT MANAGER, WE HAVE A LOT OF DEPARTMENTS AND STAFF BEHIND THIS PROJECT, SO WE HAVE OUR PARKS AND RECREATION TEAM, OUR PUBLIC WORKS TEAM, AND THEN UTILITIES AND ENGINEERING. AND OF COURSE OUR STRATEGY AND SUSTAINABILITY DIVISION OUT OF THE CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE. WE WILL DO BRIEF INTRODUCTIONS. WE HAVE AMANDA AND GABRIELLA JOININGS VIA ZOOM TODAY AND I WILL INTRODUCE THEM IN A MOMENT. I'LL THEN WALK US THROUGH THE BACKGROUND, SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT AND THEN TURN IT OVER TO CPH AND THEY WILL TAKE US THROUGH THE PROJECT DESIGN AND THE PHASED ROOCH -- APPROACH THAT WE HAVE FOR THE SHORELINE. I'LL SHARE SOME OF THE PUBLIC INPUT AND SUPPORT THAT WE'VE BEEN RECEIVING. AND THEN WE'LL GO THROUGH THE EXPENSES AND FUNDING FOR THE PROJECT. I'M GOING TO TURN IT OVER TO AMANDA TO MAKE SURE WE CAN HEAR HER CORRECTLY AND GABRIELLA, AND GIVE THEM A CHANCE TO INTRODUCE THEMSELVES. >> HI, EVERYONE. MY NAME IS AMANDA MARTIN, FIRST THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ACCOMMODATING US TO JOIN REMOTELY. WE GREATLY APPRECIATE THAT. I'M STATIONED IN MIAMI, FLORIDA, AND I HAD VISITED DUNEDIN NOT TOO LOCK AGO FOR THE PUBLIC INPUT MEETING MY FIRST TIME THERE. IT'S A BEAUTIFUL CITY. BEAUTIFUL PARKS. I CAN AGREE WITH THE PROCLAMATION, YOU KNOW, STATED EARLIER. AND I'LL TURN THIS OVER TO GABRIELLA. >>> HELLO, CITY OF DUNEDIN. MY NAME IS GABRIELLA, LEAD ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST. I'M VERY EXCITED TO WORK ON THIS PROJECT. AND THANK YOU FOR HAVING US. >> WONDERFUL, THANK YOU. >> WE ALSO HAVE KYLE. UNFORTUNATELY HE WAS NOT ABLE TO JOIN BUT HE'S ENGINEER OF RECORD AND I'M WORKING ALONGSIDE HIM FOR THE DESIGN AND PERMITTING OF THIS PROJECT BUT JUST WANTED TO MENTION THAT, AND AS WELL HIGHLIGHT SOME PROJECTS THAT WE HAVE COMPLETED THAT ARE OF SIMILARITY WITH WHAT WE WOULD BE PROPOSING AT THE, WEAVER PARK SHORELINE IMPROVEMENTS. WE PROVIDED TWO IMAGES HERE JUST TO SHARE SOME COMPONENTS THAT WE WOULD LIKE TO INCORPORATE INTO WEAVER PARK, SO THE FIRST BEING IN ISLAMORODDA AND KEYS OF FLORIDA. WE PROPOSE A NEW PAVILION AS YOU CAN SEE IN THE BACKGROUND AND AN ADA COMPLIANT KAYAK LAUNCH OF WHICH WE WOULD LIKE TO EXPLORE FOR OUR CURRENT PROJECT WITH DUNEDIN. SECONDLY WE HAVE A BREAKWATER WE INSTALLED WITHIN FOUNDERS PARK WITHIN RIPRAP, MANGROVE PROTECTION, AND A SIDEWALK ACCESS FOR VISITORS IN THE PARK AS WELL. >> WONDERFUL, THANK YOU. SO TO PROVIDE SOME BACKGROUND AND THE SCOPE OF THIS PROJECT, STAFF WAS TASKED TO REALLY GET AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT STATUS OF OUR SHORELINE. THROUGH MULTIPLE SITE ASSESSMENTS, STAFF DID CONFIRM THAT THERE IS CONTINUED EROSION AND THE SHORELINE IS UNSTABLE. WE WERE THEN TASKED TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION AND REALLY UNDERSTAND WHAT WOULD BE THE BEST ROUTE FORWARD TO STABILIZE THE SHORELINE. WOULD THAT BE INSTALLING A SEA WALL OR A LIVING SHORELINE OR A COMBINATION OF BOTH. DURING THE INVESTIGATION, WE LOOKED AT THE PROS, CONS, AND BENEFITS OF EACH SOLUTION. SEA WALL BEING THAT MORE RIGID STRUCTURE THAT PROVIDES DIRECT PROTECTION FROM EROSION AND FLOODING. BUT IT CAN WORSEN EROSION, AND HABITAT IN ADJACENT AREAS. THIS IS CONSIDERED OO FORM OF TRADITIONAL OR GRAY INFRASTRUCTURE WHEREAS LIVING SHORELINES USE NATURAL SOLUTIONS AND MATERIALS. THEY PROVIDE EROSION CONTROL, BUT ALSO THEY'RE GOING TO BE THERE TO ENHANCE THE HABITAT, INCREASE RESILIENCY OVER TIME, AND IMPROVE WATER QUALITY. THEY ARE CONSIDERED FORMS OF GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE OR NATURE-BASED SOLUTIONS. AN ADDITIONAL ITEM THAT WE LOOKED AT WHICH I FIND THE MOST FASCINATING IN HOW THESE DIFFERENT APPROACHES ARE OPPOSITE IS THAT A SEA WALL IS STRONGEST ON THE DAY OF INSTALLATION, BUT OVER TIME WILL WEAKEN DUE TO WAVE ATTENUATION, WEATHER CONDITIONS, AND OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS. A LIVING SHORELINE ON THE OTHER HAND IS WEAKEST ON THE DAY OF INSTALLATION, BUT ONCE YOU GET PAST THAT POINT WHERE YOU'RE ABLE TO ALLOW THE MANGROVES, SEAGRASSES, OTHER NATIVE PLANTS AND OYSTERS TO RECRUIT, AND GROW AND EXPAND, IT STRENGTHENS OVER TIME. YOU HAVE ROOT SYSTEMS THAT GET DEEPER, OYSTER RECRUITMENT THAT CONTINUES TO EXPAND ALONG YOUR COASTLINE, AND SO YOU HAVE A STRONGER, MORE RESILIENT SHORELINE THAT EXPANDS OVER TIME. VERSUS THE OPPOSITE. SO WE'RE ALREADY LEANING -- STAFF WAS ALREADY LEANING IN THE DIRECTION OF PURSUING THE LIVING SHORELINE FOR THIS PROJECT AS IT HAS GREAT BENEFITS, LONG-TERM RESILIENCY, AND THERE ARE REDUCED COSTS COMPARED TO TRADITIONAL SEAWALLS. WE WERE THEN INFORMED BY PINELLAS COUNTY WATER NAVIGATION THAT THE PROJECT SITE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR A SEAWALL. AND THIS IS PER PINELLAS COUNTY CODE BECAUSE THE SHORELINE IS LONGER THAN 100 FEET IN LENGTH AND IT DOESN'T HAVE TWO EXISTING SEAWALLS ON EITHER SIDE TO CONNECT TO. WE WERE ABLE TO TAKE BECAUSE OF THAT DECISION, TAKE THE BUDGET THAT WOULD'VE BEEN USED TO CONDUCT A MORE FORMAL INVESTIGATION AND UTILIZE IT TO MOVE FORWARD WITH CPH TO HAVE THEM DESIGN THE SHORELINE IMPROVEMENTS AND CREATE THE ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS AND SUPPORT THE PERMITTING PHASE. I DO WANT TO MENTION THAT THIS PROJECT ALSO SUPPORTS OUR LARGER INITIATIVES INCLUDING THE VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT AND ADAPTION PLAN, LIVING SHORELINES ARE ONE OF THE RECOMMENDED STRATEGIES OUT OF THAT PLAN, AND WE'RE ALREADY MOVING FORWARD WITH THIS ONE AT WEAVER PARK. THE LIVING SHORELINE ALSO IS A GREAT SUPPORT FOR OUR FLORIDA GULF COAST HOPE SPOT WHICH IS ALL ABOUT OCEAN CONSERVATION, EDUCATION AND AWARENESS, AND REALLY TRYING TO UNDERSTAND HOW WE, WHAT WE DO ON THE LAND IMPACTS THE WATER AND VISE VERSA. SO HAVING A SHORELINE AND REALLY SHOWING WHERE THESE TWO PIECES MEET TOGETHER. WE CAN SHOW HOW NATURAL SYSTEMS CAN BE A GREAT SOLUTION FOR BOTH THE BUILT AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT. AND I DO WANT TO CLARIFY THAT THE PIER IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE SCOPE OF THE LIVING SHORELINE PROJECT. THIS IS A SEPARATE PROJECT THAT HAS A SEPARATE FUND, TIMELINE, AND PERMITTING SCHEDULE. WE ARE AWARE OF THE PIER PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS. WE HAVE OURS, OUR IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE LIVING SHORELINE, AND JUST BEING COGNIZANT THAT THOSE TWO ITEMS ARE HAPPENING AT THE SAME TIME. WE'RE COLLABORATING AND UNDERSTANDING WHAT'S HAPPENING ON EACH SIDE, BUT THEY ARE NOT TECHNICALLY A COMBINED PROJECT. SO TO DO THE WORK OF DESIGNING THE LIVING SHORELINE PROJECT, WE SELECTED CPH. THIS WAS SELECTED BY STAFF AND RECOMMENDED TO CITY COMMISSION. CITY COMMISSION, YOU APPROVED THIS BACK AT THE OCTOBER 2025 MEETING, AND THE SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDE IS REALLY SIX TASKS OF WHICH WE ARE IN TASK THREE WHICH IS DEVELOPING THAT DESIGN FOR THE SHORELINE. I AM NOW GOING TO TURN IT OVER TO CPH AND AMANDA TO WALK US THROUGH SOME OF THE DESIGNS THAT WE HAVE AND REALLY UNDERSTAND THE FORMAL ASSESSMENT THEY'VE DONE, THE GOALS FOR THIS PROJECT, SHE'LL WALK US THROUGH THE DESIGNS AND THE ENGINEERING DETAILS. >> GREAT, THANK YOU, NATALIE. SO JUST TO ECHO NATALIE'S DESCRIPTION OF THE ASSESSMENT THAT THE CITY HAS MADE FOR THE SHORELINE, OUR TEAM HAS CONDUCTED AN ASSESSMENT AS WELL AT THE ONSET OF THIS PROJECT, AND WE'VE IDENTIFIED SEVERAL ISSUES WITH THE SHORELINE AND CONTRIBUTING TO ITS DETERIORATION. OVER TIME, WE'VE SEEN A LOSS OF MATERIAL, CREATING VOIDS TO ALLOW WAVE ENERGY TO FURTHER ERODE THE SHORELINE SO IT'S NO LONGER ERODING THE SEAWALL ITSELF. IT'S ERODING THE EARTH BENEATH IT DUE TO THE DISPLACEMENT OF THIS ROCK. THERE ARE ALSO SEVERAL LOCALIZED WASHOUT AREAS AS YOU CAN SEE IN THE IMAGE TO THE LEFT. LIKELY CAUSED BY THE CONTINUOUS WAVE ACTION, AND OVERTOPPING DURING THE STORM EVENTS THAT THIS COAST OF FLORIDA IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO. IN ADDITION TO THIS, MANY OF THE EXISTING ARMOR STONES HAVE BECOME DISPLACED, AND ARE UNDERSIZED FOR THE CONDITIONS THEY ARE EXPERIENCING. REDUCING THE SHORELINE STABILITY AND LEAVING IT MORE VULNERABLE TO FURTHER EROSION. WITHIN OUR NEXT SLIDE HERE, OUR DESIGN MAINLY FOCUSES ON THREE MAIN GOALS, THE FIRST BEING RESTORING THE SHORELINE STABILITY THROUGH EROSION PROTECTION. THE SECOND WE WOULD BE INCORPORATING MORE OF THAT GREEN LIVING SHORELINE COMPONENTS FURTHER ENHANCING RESILIENCE TO THE SHORELINE. AND THE LAST ONE WOULD BE TO INCORPORATE RECREATIONAL USE AND ACCESS TO THE PUBLIC. TOGETHER THESE IMPROVEMENTS WILL HELP PROTECT THE SHORELINE FOR MANY YEARS TO COME. WITH THESE GOALS IN MIND LET'S GET INTO THE COMPOSED COMPONENTS OF THIS PROJECT AND THE OVERALL PROJECT DESIGN. THE TEAM HERE AT