🌱 Potential Property Tax Cuts + D & J Records Grand Opening

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First, today's weather:

Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 86 Low: 76.

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Here are the top three stories in Dunedin today:

1. City Commissioner John Tornga recently asked commissioners to consider cutting property taxes as inflation, the pandemic and other factors are causing residents financial woes. He also brought up the fact that many Dunedin residents are over 65 years old and live on a fixed income and the rising property taxes aren't helping their situation. Tornga suggested that property taxes for the next fiscal year be based on the rollback rate, which would bring in the same amount of revenue generated for the current fiscal year. The issue will be addressed as they work on the budget for the upcoming fiscal year, a process that is scheduled to begin on October 1. (Tampa Bay Newspapers)
2. A new record store is opening in Dunedin! D & J Records sells new and used records, CDs, and cassettes and it's located right on Patricia Avenue. A ribbon cutting ceremony with the Chamber of Commerce is scheduled for June 9 at 4 p.m. Additionally, a grand opening celebration is scheduled for June 12 between 2 and 5 p.m. Stop by to check out their selection while you enjoy music, food, light refreshments, prizes, and more! (Facebook | D & J Records)
   
   
3. BodyHealth, located at 745 Main Street, was featured in the latest episode of Made in Dunedin! The supplement company was founded over 20 years ago by a man searching for answers to address his wife's unexplainable health problems. Through her recovery journey, he formulated a detox product that helped cure her ailments, which he went on to sell to the public. Now, BodyHealth sells its health and fitness products both locally and to doctors around the country with patients in need. Watch the full video to learn more about the store and what brought them to Dunedin! (YouTube)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Dunedin Downtown Market at Pioneer Park (9 a.m.)
• Live music at Mangos And Marley (5 p.m.)
• Funky Friday with Funky Buddha at DHOB (5 p.m.)
• Open Water Diver at Heroes Dive Center (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Dunedin Pride month is upon us! Check out the full list of events scheduled for the month which includes a golf cart parade, silent disco, pool party, and much more. (Dunedin Pride | Tampa Bay Newspapers)
• A Luau Luncheon is scheduled for June 22 at noon in the Hale Senior Activity Center. The event description states: "In ancient Hawaii, men and women ate their meals apart. In 1819, King Kamehameha II abolished the traditional religious practice which led the King to eat with women. This symbolic act came to be known as a luau." Those who attend are encouraged to come in luau attire! Space is limited so make sure to register by Friday, June 17. (Dunedin Patch)
• The Dunedin Blue Jays congratulate 2019 Dunedin Blue Jay, Josh Winckowski, who become the 261st former Dunedin Blue Jay to play in MLB last week! On Facebook, they wrote,
  "Way to go Winck!" (Facebook)
• Ice Cream Bingo is scheduled for June 13 at 12:30 p.m. in the Hale Senior Activity Center. Enjoy your ice cream with a special ice cream topping or make a delicious ice cream float! (Dunedin Patch)
• Did you know there's a Fitness Center located at the Dunedin Community Center? The facility includes treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, free weights, and much more. The Community Center also offers options for affordable personal training sessions, meetings with a nutritional coach, and more to get back in shape! (Dunedin Gov)
• Reminder: Stop by Pioneer Park Saturday evening at 6:30 p.m. for a special Paint Dunedin Purple event with live music from Push Button Rocket! (Facebook | NewsBreak)
• AVA is back in Dunedin! Take a ride on the self-driving shuttle now until June 12. Use the Beep app to track AVA's schedule and routes. (Facebook | Ride Beep)

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