News Flash

Monthly utility accounts become delinquent 20 days after the due date, at which time a disconnection notice is sent followed by suspension of water service.

A $40 service charge will be added to the outstanding balance when water service is turned off.

Water service will not be reinstated until the outstanding balance and service charge are paid in full. See City of Safety Harbor Code of Ordinances: Chapter 24, Article III, Section 24.16

Payment Options

Safety Harbor offers multiple payment options, both online and in person at City Hall.

Financial Assistance

Financial resources are available for residents in need of assistance with utility bills.

For more information, visit the Utility Billing page at: cityofsafetyharbor.com/20/Utility-Billing

We’ve received several great questions from the community about the pier, so here are a few updates:

Why didn’t the City change the design of the pier?

The City is rebuilding the pier within the existing parcel. Any changes outside of the City-owned parcel would have required additional state and federal approvals, including a new submerged land lease. By utilizing elements of the previously approved and permitted design and location, the City was able to secure permits more quickly and move the project forward without delay.

When will the pier open?

The contractor has until December 2026 to complete construction.

Is the contractor on schedule?

Yes! The contractor remains on schedule. Even though the structure may look close to finished from the shore, there is still substantial work ahead.

Will there be a grand opening?

As we get closer to completion, the City will share details about an official opening date. Stay tuned!

Thank you for your continued patience and excitement as we work toward bringing the new pier to life!

After the 2024 Hurricane Season, Safety Harbor's Waterfront Park, Pier, Marina, Living Shoreline, and a portion of the Boardwalk sustained significant damage. Thirty-two of the thirty-five bollard lights along the trail remain inoperable, and the Pier was swept away. In response, the City has worked with our insurance carrier, the State, and federal government agencies to find the most effective solutions to repair and restore Waterfront Park, Fire Marshal Dick Brock Memorial Pier, and the Marina back to safe and operable conditions.

Individual project updates are listed and will be updated on the Hurricane Recovery Projects Page.

Project TimelineConstruction began on Monday, July 7, 2025, and projects are expected to be complete by the end of December 2026. Some projects are scheduled to be completed before the 18-month period.

Area ImpactsDuring construction, public access to Veterans Memorial Lane parking, Veterans Memorial Park shelters, the boat ramp, and the marina will be closed. These closures are necessary to provide a safe construction zone.

The restrooms at Waterfront Park will remain open to the public. Waterfront Park will be accessible from the north entry located near Jefferson Street.

The City is working with special event organizers to relocate any previously scheduled events at Waterfront Park or in the Veterans Memorial Park area during the construction time. Special event updates will be posted on SafetyHarborEvents.com in the event's listing.

Weekly Project Updates

February 13, 2026Pier

• The electrical team has reached substantial completion on the conduit rough in on the Pier and has now begun pulling wire through the installed conduit.

Marina

• At the Marina, installation of the pile top caps is ongoing, with most of the effort concentrated on the middle and south docks over the past several days.

What's ahead...

• Looking ahead to next week, the crew will continue installing top caps at the Marina, with bolting to follow once each cap is set. Electricians will proceed with wiring activities along the Pier, and punch out tasks at the pier will continue as well.

Waterfront Park Boardwalk RepairsThe boardwalk over Mullet Creek suffered damage during Hurricane Milton, including scouring and erosion around the creek pilings. This erosion may have compromised the structural integrity of the affected pilings. The City is currently working with Structural Engineers to conduct pile integrity testing to determine the pilings' condition and identify boardwalk repair solutions.

For previous updates, check out the hurricane recovery webpage.

View Marina LivestreamYou can watch livestream video of the Marina at any time by visiting Weatherstem Live Stream: Safety Harbor Marina and logging in. If you do not have a login, you can create a free Weatherstem account.

If  you missed the Candidate Forum, you can watch the recording to hear from the City of Safety Harbor candidates for Commission Seat #4. The forum was recorded on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the Safety Harbor Library.

Thank you to the Safety Harbor Chamber of Commerce for co-hosting this event and to the League of Women Voters for moderating.

Important DatesThe last day to register to vote in this election is Monday, February 9, 2026.The municipal election takes place on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

Safety Harbor Candidate Forum Video

The City of Safety Harbor is now accepting applications for the 2026 Bill Cropsey Citizens Academy. Sessions will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., beginning April 14, 2026. The Academy runs for seven weeks and is limited to 24 participants. Applicants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis, with preference given to Safety Harbor residents.

Participants will tour key City facilities, engage with City leaders, learn how to get involved in local government, and gain insight into the essential functions of a municipal government agency.

The application deadline is Monday, March 30, 2026. Applications are available online at cityofsafetyharbor.com/citizensacademy.

For questions, please contact Human Resources at (727) 724-1555 ext. 1401.

On April 7, 2025, the City Commission approved a construction contract for replacement of the City’s water and sewer infrastructure within Elm Street, Pine Street, Spruce Street, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Street North, and Cedar Street. The contractor, Left Coast Utilities, has mobilized and started work. Residents will see intermittent lane closures as well as some complete road closures within the project area.

Residents should refrain from parking within the City’s rights-of-way during this work as contractors will need full right-of-way access for installation of new utilities. Expected project duration is 18 months. Water and sewer service interruptions will be minimal and occur when the contractor completes final service line and lateral connections on the new water and sewer mains. Advance notice will be provided to any affected residents.

Need more information? Contact Public Works, (727) 724-1550.

Elm Street and Pine Street Service Area Replacement - Project Area Exhibit

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