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Workshop focused on traffic, budget, and taxes

Port St. LucieFeb 19, 20262 min read

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City Council reached consensus on several traffic and development changes, including choosing the Peanut Roundabout option for the Spanish Lakes entrance, reverse angle parking on Walton Road, and stadium coordination changes for Segment 3. Council also directed the City Manager to find ways to lower the millage rate as part of the FY 2026-27 budget outlook.

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Residents could see future changes tied to traffic flow, parking, and stadium-related event management in the Village Green Drive corridor area. Council also discussed redevelopment updates, public safety items like golf cart safety, and several department high-impact plans. On the budget side, the main takeaway was a request to look for ways to lower the property tax rate, which could affect what residents pay.

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Use the Peanut Roundabout option for the roundabout proposed at the Spanish Lakes entrance.
Use reverse angle parking on the north side of Walton Road to support the Hog Pen Slough Boardwalk project.
Approve stadium coordination changes to Segment 3 to align with the recently announced stadium project and event traffic needs.
Direct the City Manager to find ways to lower the millage rate as part of the FY 2026-27 budget outlook.

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Feb 19, 2026, 8:30 AMPSL Community Center 2195 SE Airoso Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34984completed

*Winter Workshop Day 2*

Agenda

Meeting Called to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Public to be Heard
New Business
Hear the BMX Operations Update
Hear the Police Department High Impact Plan
Hear the Utility Systems High Impact Plan
Village Green Drive Corridor Revitalization Update
Community Redevelopment Agency Project Updates
Hear a Presentation on the Special Events Master Plan Update
Hear the Parks & Recreation Department High Impact Plan and an Update on The Saints Golf Course
Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Budget Outlook
Health Insurance Update
Hear a Review Regarding the City’s Investment Portfolio.
Provide a Review of the City’s Debt Portfolio.
Adjourn
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Workshop focused on traffic, budget, and taxes

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