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PODCAST

PSL On The Mic

City Of Port St. Lucie

PSL On The Mic is the official podcast for the City of Port St. Lucie, Florida. Twice a month, host Maureen Kenyon sits down with staffers, including Port St. Lucie Mayor Shannon Martin, to discuss hot topics important to our residents, including growth and development, taxes, parks projects, public safety and more. Listen and learn anytime, anywhere!This is your podcast, so we want to know which topics you"d like to learn more about! Share ideas with us at www.Cityofpsl.com/Podcast

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36:56

Mayor Martin's top takeaways from 2025 Winter...

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2025/03/07

Each year during the Winter Workshop, the Mayor and City Council receive in-depth presentations from staff on City priorities in preparation for the upcoming Strategic Planning session and the development of the annual budget. On Episode 45, Mayor Martin drops by the studio to share her top takeaways from the workshop, including updates on major road improvements, new park construction, Port St. Lucie's downtown and the new police training facility. Winter Workshop Day 1: https://psl.gr...

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35:47

Keep Port St. Lucie Beautiful enhances our City's...

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2025/02/21

The City of Port St. Lucie’s first goal of its Strategic Plan is Safe, Clean & Beautiful. Improving safety and planning for our future needs, along with beautifying our landscape, are three of our top priorities. On Episode 44, Meighan Beckett, program manager for Keep Port St. Lucie Beautiful, talks about how the program has been enhancing Port St. Lucie through community pride and environmental stewardship for close to 25 years. From neighborhood beautification to the Adopt-a-Stre...

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20:14

Here's how we update our comprehensive plan, the...

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2025/02/07

Our comprehensive plan sets forth a vision for our City's future and provides a roadmap of how to get there. It outlines things like how, where and when to develop, redevelop or preserve land; identifies the infrastructure needed to support growth; and plans for recreational amenities desired by the community. It's one of our City's most important documents. The City of Port St. Lucie is currently in the process of updating its Comp Plan, and on Episode 43 of PSL On The Mic, Planning & Zo...

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31:11

Talk about a glow-up! Special events get even more...

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2025/01/24

Nan Krushinski knows events. She's been booking bands, fashioning festivals and creating community all over the country for more than 40 years.Now, Nan gets to tender her talents right here in Port St. Lucie as our first Special Events Division Director for our new Special Events Division, formed last year to freshen up the City's already-exciting list of family friendly festivities.On Episode 42 of PSL On The Mic, we get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into how Nan and her team add special touch...

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27:21

Is Port St. Lucie a good place to start a business?...

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2025/01/10

From the booming economic climate to its focus of supporting and attracting businesses, there are endless opportunities for entrepreneurs in the City of Port St. Lucie. On Episode 41, Business Tax Manager Yvonne White Grayson and Economic Development Administrator Elijah Wooten talk about why Port St. Lucie is the perfect place to start a business. They offer guidance to small business owners and entrepreneurs that will help them through the process of jump-starting their business and al...

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25:19

Year in review: Mayor Martin highlights projects that...

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2024/12/27

Mayor Shannon Martin drops into the studio for the last episode of the year to discuss the projects and accomplishments that shaped Port St. Lucie in 2024. From the opening of Pioneer Park and The Port District to breaking ground on the new police training facility, there's a lot to be proud of this year.Sign up for Mayor Martin's newsletter: https://www.cityofpsl.com/Government/Your-City-Government/Mayor-City-Council/MayorStay informed about City news, events, meetings and activities: w...

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35:37

New Chief Leo Niemczyk shares his vision for the...

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2024/12/13

There's a new police chief in town and his name is Leo Niemczyk.On Episode 39, Chief Niemczyk sits down with us to talk about his vision for the department, which includes updating its evidence-based policing method and continuing to recruit, hire and train officers to keep up with our growing city. Port St. Lucie has been the safest large city in Florida for a decade, which Chief Niemczyk attributes not only to the department's success at reducing crime but also to officers' professiona...

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26:25

Tech to protect: How innovative gadgets help Port St....

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2024/11/29

Whether they're drones, body-worn cameras or robotic dogs, there's no question state-of-the-art gadgets help to enhance public safety, improve efficiency and build trust among residents and police officers.On Episode 38 of PSL On The Mic, Port St. Lucie Police Sgt. Matthew Reynolds talks about why it's important to invest in these types of innovative technologies and how they transform modern policing in our City. Sgt. Matthews also explains the importance of officer training and the maintena...

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21:15

Can I get a watt watt? PSLinLights is going to...

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2024/11/15

Draped in more than 2 million lights, the City of Port St. Lucie is going to shine brighter than ever this holiday season, and residents and visitors alike will be able to experience the magic first-hand during PSLinLights.Our engagement and marketing team manager Melissa Yunas brings the cheer to Episode 37 and tells us where to find the most spectacular light displays, dazzling decorations and fun-filled festivities throughout the City this holiday season.Don't forget to untangle those ligh...

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34:13

Music to our ears: The pitch-perfect evolution of...

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2024/11/01

What does it take to plan a Concert Series? Who figures out which bands will bring in big crowds? How much staff is needed to pull off a great night of music? Well, that's where Linda McCarthy comes in. She's the City's executive director of business development, and on Episode 36 she shares insider information about how she gets bands like Styx, Little River Band, Diamond Rio, Scotty McCreery and Everclear to make tour stops in Port St. Lucie. If we ask nicely, she also might tell us wh...

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39:52

Considering a career with the City of Port St. Lucie?...

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2024/10/18

A lot of people might think working for a city, town or local municipality is mundane, repetitive and let's face it ... boring. But we're here to tell you that is 100% not the case, and we're going to prove it to you.On Episode 35, we chat with Recruitment Manager Keshia Louis and Organizational Development Project Manager Corrie Johnson who share 5 reasons -- although there are a lot more! -- why the City of Port St. Lucie is such a great place to work. From its strong emphasis on healt...

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26:13

Got fun? MIDFLORIDA Event Center is the go-to...

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2024/10/04

The MIDFLORIDA Event Center is the most comprehensive venue for entertainment and fun on the Treasure Coast. While mostly known for its big-name concerts and festivals, the Event Center also hosts a variety of other events, including banquets, conferences, trainings, expos, trade shows, performing arts shows, fundraisers, festivals, sporting events ... there's something for everyone.On Episode 34 of PSL On The Mic, Director David Stonehouse and Special Events Administrator Kaitlyn DeRosa talk...

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33:21

Rising above: Crosstown Parkway Bridge opened to...

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2024/09/20

It's hard to imagine Port St. Lucie without the majestic Crosstown Parkway Bridge, which spans the beautiful North Fork of the St. Lucie River. But after 40 years, and a few bumps in the road, the bridge finally opened to traffic Sept. 28, 2019, and the City has a lot to celebrate.On Episode 33 of PSL On The Mic, Beth Zsoka, Public Works executive project manager for community outreach, and Frank Knott, project manager with the Community Redevelopment Agency, reminisce about working side by s...

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24:28

Protecting our schools: The vital role of school...

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2024/09/05

We're a few weeks into the new school year, so we wanted to highlight our school resource officers and the vital role they play in keeping students and teachers safe.Port St. Lucie Police Officer Amanda McCarty joins us on Episode 32 to talk about her role as an SRO at Treasure Coast High School. SROs not only help create a safe learning environment; they also foster positive relationships with youth, handle criminal complaints and routine calls for service on campus, teach classes, mentor at...

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34:40

More trash pickups? Bridge to the island? Mayor...

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2024/08/23

Is the City going back to twice-a-week trash pickup?When will construction along Port St. Lucie Boulevard South be complete?Could we get more activities for teens?Is public art paid for by taxpayers?Mayor Shannon Martin's first FAQ podcast was very popular, so she joins us again on Episode 31 of PSL On The Mic to answer more frequently asked questions from Port St. Lucie residents.Stay informed about City news, events, meetings and activities: www.cityofpsl.com/stayinformed Like what you’re ...

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16:49

Taxes, budget and an updated Strategic Plan: Mayor...

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2024/08/09

Mayor Shannon Martin joins us on PSL On The Mic to talk about two important topics: taxes and the budget.During its Summer Workshop, City Council was presented with the City Manager's proposed budget for FY 2024-25, and will officially approve it at the end of September. To be transparent, and to make sure residents' questions are answered, there will be two informational sessions, one in person Aug. 27 at the botanical gardens, and one virtually Aug. 29. There also are two public hearings, S...

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31:15

We're in your corner: How our fitness programs foster...

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2024/07/26

Regular physical activity is crucial for maintaining overall health and well-being. It improves cardiovascular health, increases strength and endurance, enhances mood and reduces the risk of chronic diseases.That's why, on Episode 29, we chat with Fitness Coordinator Christiana Marasa and Recreation Manager Anne Stadius from the fitness division of Parks & Recreation. Christiana and Anne tell us how the City's fitness programming and fitness centers can help members achieve their health a...

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45:28

PSL On The Mic turns one! Reflections on a year's...

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2024/07/12

The City of Port St. Lucie's official podcast, PSL On The Mic, has been on the air for one year, and we're so excited to keep educating, informing and answering your questions about all things Port St. Lucie. For Episode 28, we do a little switcheroo as Innovation Strategist Avi Monina takes over as guest host to chat with Social Media Manager Maureen Kenyon about the lessons we learned, the episodes we loved and what we're planning for the future. Also, meet the trio of staffers who cre...

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58:30

The power of parks: How Port St. Lucie's parks play a...

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2024/06/28

July is Park & Recreation Month, and with more than 50 parks, playgrounds and recreation facilities in Port St. Lucie, there's a lot to celebrate! Brad Keen, acting director for Parks & Recreation, joins us for an in-depth discussion about all things parks and playgrounds, including how we decide when the City needs a new park, the push for all-inclusive playgrounds and why parks play such a vital role in our residents' lives. Brad also shares new information about parks coming o...

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31:09

Paw-some partners: How the strong bond between K9s...

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2024/06/14

The Port St. Lucie Police Department’s K9 Unit is a team of highly trained police dogs and officers that bolsters the fight against crime in Port St. Lucie and provides protection for officers and residents. But the K9 Unit is also a testament to the extraordinary bond between humans and their canine partners, working tirelessly to ensure the safety of the City.On Episode 26, Sgt. John Fazio, who leads the unit, and K9 Officer Will Harris chat with us about how the dogs and officers are train...

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