Dunedin advances first reading of solid-waste rate ordinance as county disposal fees and labor costs rise The Dunedin City Commission approved on first reading Ordinance 26-01, authorizing a two-step increase to solid-waste collection fees beginning April 1 and indexing future adjustments to a trash-and-collection CPI after commissioners were told county disposal fees, labor and capital needs drove a roughly $1 million shortfall.

Dunedin is set to raise solid-waste collection rates amid rising disposal and labor costs, with residents pushing for more realistic comparisons and alternatives.

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Dunedin staff, consultant recommend two‑year rate plan after efficiency gains; commission gives consensus to advance ordinance Consultant Raftelis and staff presented a solid waste sufficiency study showing inflation, rising disposal and vehicle costs, and fleet replacement needs. After discussion, the commission gave a 3–2 consensus direction to proceed with a two‑year phased rate plan (first increase effective April 1, 2026) and to return ordinance language, while asking staff to continue pursuing efficiencies and affordability options.

Dunedin is facing a solid waste funding crisis that could lead to a significant increase in residential bills—are you prepared for the changes ahead?

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