🌱 Task Force Proposal + Principal Retires + Gateway Project Update

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A heavy t-storm in the p.m. High: 89 Low: 80.

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Here are the top three stories in Dunedin today:

1. To address disagreements between stores and restaurateurs in downtown Dunedin over issues such as code compliance, outdoor dining and parking, City Manager Jennifer Bramley has proposed forming a task force. Using an independent facilitator to conduct meetings, the downtown task force would be composed of representatives of the chamber of commerce, hospitality businesses and retailers. They would meet weekly to quickly address issues. Bramley reached out to members of the community with the idea and they were all very supportive. (Tampa Bay Newspapers)
2. Dunedin commissioners offered their congratulations to Dunedin Elementary School principal, Kerry Wyatt, on her retirement. Wyatt worked in education for 38 years, eight of which were served as principal. Commissioners praised her for having "a gift for bringing people together and allowing them to use their professional judgment and experience to move things forward." Read the full article to learn more about her contributions to education. (Tampa Bay Newspapers)
3. City commissioners have approved a final amendment to the highly anticipated Gateway project, proposed for a site at Main Street, Milwaukee Avenue and Skinner Boulevard. The structure will include 90 apartment units, a 79-room boutique hotel and commercial spaces. Developer Joe Kokolakis expects to begin work in the fall. (Tampa Bay Newspapers)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Dunedin Downtown Market in Pioneer Park (9 a.m.)
• Sensational Summer Sale at Studio 1212 Art Gallery (11 a.m.)
• Live Music At Mangos And Marley (5 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The City of Dunedin is collecting resident feedback in order to ensure that they are meeting the needs of the community regarding hurricane preparedness. This is a quick two-question survey that should only take a minute of your time. All answers are confidential. (City of Dunedin via Facebook | Survey)
• With the 4th of July approaching, SPCA Tampa Bay has shared some tips on how to comfort your pets this weekend. They recommend turning on some calming music, putting on a movie, providing them with plenty of treats, creating a safe space for them, and giving them extra cuddles. Check their website for more tips on how to reduce your pet's anxiety. (SPCA Tampa Bay via Facebook | SPCA Tampa Bay)
• Congratulations to Salty Paws which was given a silver award in the People’s Choice Best of the Best under the Best Local Pet Store category! Additionally, the store's one-year anniversary is coming up on July 16, and they will be celebrating by raffling off gift cards to local shops and restaurants between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Be sure to stop by with your pup! (Salty Paws via Facebook)

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