Free public EV charging stations
Summary
The county's 20 free public EV chargers cost ~$56,000 a year and many are failing. Commissioners voiced support for discontinuing them and letting the private sector handle charging.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Ending the program saves the county about $56,000 a year in energy, software and maintenance costs.
Taxpayers generally save a modest amount; private charging businesses gain market space.
The small number of EV drivers who rely on the free public chargers, especially near the Star Center, Justice Center and Palm Harbor Library.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of County Commissioners — May 19, 2026
A Clearwater Beach resident asked the board to pause the planned decommissioning of roughly 28 EV stations at 14 parks scheduled for May 21, and explore a public-private partnership instead.
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session — March 5, 2026
The county's 20 free public EV chargers cost ~$56,000 a year and many are failing. Commissioners voiced support for discontinuing them and letting the private sector handle charging.
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