Penny for Pinellas V renewal and project priorities
Summary
The 1% sales tax that pays for big capital projects expires in 2029 and returns to the ballot in November 2028. Dunedin expects about $63 million but departments want $91.4 million in projects — Fire Station 60 replacement ($21.5M), Highlander Aquatic Complex ($16.5M), pavement management ($15M) and more. Expect lots of needs-vs-wants debate.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
A 1% sales tax funding an estimated $63 million in infrastructure — funded partly by tourists, not property taxes.
Everyone who uses city parks, roads, fire stations and facilities — and property taxpayers, since Penny avoids property tax hikes for capital projects.
Mentions & discussions (2)
CITY COMMISSION (Regular) - Oct 22, 2026
The city lined up the paperwork to borrow up to roughly $8 million tax-exempt for five water, wastewater and utility projects, from filter pumps to the Willow Oak Village water main. It's a financing tool, not a commitment to spend.
COMMISSION WORKSHOP - Jul 7, 2026
The 1% sales tax that pays for big capital projects expires in 2029 and returns to the ballot in November 2028. Dunedin expects about $63 million but departments want $91.4 million in projects — Fire Station 60 replacement ($21.5M), Highlander Aquatic Complex ($16.5M), pavement management ($15M) and more. Expect lots of needs-vs-wants debate.
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