Dunedin City Commission approves FDOT utility construction agreement worth $270K

The City Commission of Dunedin, Florida, convened on March 20, 2025, to discuss significant infrastructure developments, particularly focusing on the approval of a utility work agreement related to a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) project.

The primary agenda item was the adoption of Resolution 25-05, which authorizes the execution of a utility work by highway contractor agreement between the City of Dunedin and FDOT. This agreement pertains to utility relocations necessary for the repaving of State Road 586 (Curlew Road) from East of Bogie Lane to East of Fisher Road. The total cost for the utility work is set at $270,801.84.

During the meeting, Clay Watkins from the Utilities and Engineering department provided an overview of the project. He explained that the FDOT is finalizing the design for the road repaving, which will include new sidewalks, medians, traffic separators, and stormwater facilities. The utility relocations will be conducted by FDOT's contractor, which is expected to expedite the process.

Watkins noted that the project timeline has shifted, with the advertisement for bids now scheduled for October 31, 2025, and construction anticipated to begin in the spring of 2026, concluding in the fall of 2026. The city attorney has reviewed and approved the resolution and associated agreements.

The commission unanimously moved to adopt Resolution 25-05, marking a significant step forward in the city's infrastructure improvements. This project is expected to enhance safety and accessibility along Curlew Road, benefiting local residents and commuters alike.