NLC Roadshow coming to PSL
Published on May 23, 2024
PORT ST. LUCIE –The City is honored to announce its participation as an official stop on the National League of Cities (NLC) Centennial Roadshow: 100 Years, 100 Cities. This initiative is part of NLC’s year-long celebration, marking a century of commitment to advancing local government and advocating for the interests of cities, towns and villages nationwide.
The roadshow, organized by NLC, includes stops at 100 cities in every region of the country, aimed at spotlighting the diversity, resilience, and transformation of America’s local communities. The roadshow kicked off in February at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas, where NLC was founded. Over the next several months, the roadshow will tour coast-to-coast, stopping in cities of all sizes to showcase the unique stories of municipalities like the City of Port St. Lucie.
“As one of the 100 largest cities in the United States and the 6th largest in Florida, Port St. Lucie is excited to be recognized by the National League of Cities during their Centennial Roadshow," said Mayor Shannon Martin. "This honor reflects our city's dedication to data-driven decision-making, sustainable growth, and innovation. The recognition not only highlights our accomplishments, such as the upcoming grand opening of The Port District, but also elevates our presence on a national level.”
During the roadshow stop in Port St. Lucie, City leaders will welcome representatives from the National League of Cities at a reception at the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. To highlight a key City partnership, youth from the Boys & Girls Club of St. Lucie County will provide refreshments through its Learn and Earn program and musical entertainment. City leaders will also take NLC representatives on a “hard-hat” tour of the Port District and Pioneer Park, Port St. Lucie’s new riverfront destination, which will open on June 15, 2024. The media is welcome to attend the events.
“It is truly an honor for NLC to visit remarkable municipalities, like Port St. Lucie that have made significant contributions to the advancement of local government over the past 100 years,” said Clarence Anthony, CEO and Executive Director of the National League of Cities.
“Each of these cities has played a pivotal role in moving our local communities forward and has a unique story that showcases transformative change. As we celebrate and chart a course for the next 100 years, I am more excited than ever for the future of cities, towns, and villages and look forward to continuing important work together.”
As the journey progresses, the roadshow will continue making stops in cities across the country, including Tampa, Florida, where NLC will host its annual City Summit conference and culminating event this November.
For more information about the roadshow or to learn more about NLC’s centennial events or initiatives, visit nlc100.org.
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With nearly 240,000 residents, the City of Port St. Lucie is the sixth largest city by population in Florida (South Florida’s second largest city). The City occupies an area of 120 square miles in St. Lucie County on Florida’s scenic east coast, about 50 miles north of West Palm Beach, halfway between Miami and Orlando. The City provides most traditional municipal services including law enforcement, water and sewer and public works. For more information, please visit www.cityofpsl.com.
About the National League of Cities:
The National League of Cities (NLC) is the voice of America’s cities, towns and villages, representing more than 200 million people across the country. NLC works to strengthen local leadership, influence federal policy and drive innovative solutions.