Coffee with the Council - 09/15/2026

The CityPortStLucie held a public community event titled "Coffee with the Council" on September 15, 2026, featuring discussions with local leaders including Mayor Shannon Martin. Key procurement-related topics included ongoing and planned infrastructure projects funded partly by a half-cent sales tax, which is up for renewal on the November ballot. Projects mentioned include median installation and intersection improvements on Gatlin Boulevard, as well as future work on Tradition and Village Parkway. The city also discussed its budget, highlighting a reduction in the mill rate for the 11th consecutive year and the use of bonds to finance infrastructure projects. The utility department, funded through an enterprise fund, is expanding with seven new positions approved. Additionally, the city is educating residents on ballot items including the sales tax renewal and a potential increase in solid waste collection frequency, which would require additional equipment and staffing. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the discussion emphasized the importance of the sales tax renewal for continuing capital improvement projects.