Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Port St. Lucie public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in roads with medium priority
Gatlin Boulevard Resurfacing
Resurfacing work on Gatlin Boulevard between Edgar Street and Port St. Lucie Boulevard has begun and should wrap up by February 2027, funded by the half-cent sales tax and mobility fees.
Sidewalk and repaving programs
A commenter demanded the sidewalks promised 30 years ago with an earlier half-cent sales tax hike. Staff reported 13.7 miles of sidewalks and 104 miles of road paving from sales tax since 2018, and explained the resident-petition street light program.
Paar Drive Roundabouts Land Acquisition
The city will acquire a portion of Tract C in fee simple for planned roundabouts on Paar Drive at Darwin and Savona Boulevards.
FDOT highway maintenance agreement
The council was set to sign a highway maintenance memorandum of agreement with the state transportation department, covering upkeep responsibilities on state roads.
Roadway acceptances: Sansone Boulevard and Crosstown Parkway
Two resolutions would formally accept roads built by developers — Phase 3 of SW Anthony F. Sansone Sr. Boulevard and Segment 2A of the Crosstown Parkway Extension. Acceptance means the city takes over maintenance of these public roads.
U.S. 1 / PSL Boulevard Road Improvements
A FDOT project is adding ADA sidewalk improvements and extending the left turn lane at U.S. 1, with milling and resurfacing to follow. Completion is expected September 2027.
Road resurfacing and pavement funding
The city keeps 67 pavement condition scores but needs about $10.5 million a year; the half-cent sales tax is doing the heavy lifting, and Gatlin Boulevard's $4.4 million resurfacing is set for fiscal 2026-27.