PSL On The Mic
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!
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Episodes
63 episodes
Year in Review: Highlights & accomplishments that shaped Port St. Lucie in 2025
2025 was a big year for Port St. Lucie.We were named an All-America City, we made great progress on key infrastructure projects and, with help from residents and volunteers, we transformed neighborhoods in inspiring ways.On the ...
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Episode 63
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30:53
Inside Port St. Lucie's financial success as state debates property taxes
Conservative financial management is our City’s foundation. We operate with a lean, efficient government and emphasize long-range financial planning. That has allowed us to:Reduce our millage rate for 10 straight years, ...
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Episode 62
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19:36
The power of connection: How community-driven programs unite cities with its residents
The essence of civic engagement is connecting a city with its residents. On this episode of PSL On The Mic, we sit down with Makenzie Spittler, Communications' assistant manager for engagement and budget, who shares with us the story be...
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Episode 61
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19:15
Game on: How professional soccer will kick-start development at Walton & One
Florida’s newest professional soccer club now calls Port St. Lucie home. Port St. Lucie Sports Club has been awarded a USL franchise and will launch professional men’s and women’s soccer teams with plans to play at a new soccer stadium to be co...
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Episode 60
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16:05
Beyond the badge: How the Police Athletic League empowers youth to succeed in Port St. Lucie
The Police Athletic League (P.A.L.) is a nonprofit youth organization that partners with police departments to provide kids and teens with safe, structured and positive activities outside of school.On Episode 59, we're joined by Port St...
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Episode 59
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29:45
PSLinProgress.com: Your interactive guide to projects shaping Port St. Lucie's future
Want a front-row seat to the projects shaping Port St. Lucie's future?PSLinProgress.com is a dynamic new website that highlights projects across the City, from traffic improvements and vibrant new parks to drainage system upgrades and r...
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Episode 58
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31:42
Let's check in with Mayor Martin: FAQs & highlights from Council's Summer Workshop
On Episode 57, we're joined by Mayor Shannon Martin who answers some frequently asked questions from residents and shares highlights and key points from City Council's Summer Workshop.
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Episode 57
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30:11
Art of the matter: How public art colors Port St. Lucie's future
Public art brings color, culture and character to Port St. Lucie and creates beautiful spaces that draw our community together.On Episode 56 of PSL On The Mic, Bethany Grubbs, senior planner with Planning & Zoning, tells us how publi...
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Episode 56
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25:33
Stronger together: How our partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs is reaching youth where they are
The Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County's Mobile Club is changing the game — bringing fun, learning and support directly to Port St. Lucie parks.Through our partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs, and with funding from the Co...
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Episode 55
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36:29
Something's cooking at The Port: How The Grove will change PSL's dining scene
Get ready to dig into Port St. Lucie’s most exciting riverfront development yet! In this episode, we’re joined by CRA Director Jennifer Davis, who talks all things The Grove, a vibrant new dining destination coming to The Port Distr...
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Episode 54
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24:10
Get schooled on PSL: How City University turns residents into City Ambassadors
Have you ever wanted a first-hand look into City operations? City University is the way to do it.On Episode 53, Makenzie Spittler, assistant manager, engagement and budget in the Communications Department, talks about City U, a free nine...
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Episode 53
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21:50
Let's check in with Mayor Martin: Juneteenth celebrations, Heart in the Park, road projects and more
Mayor Shannon Martin visits the studio for Episode 52 and answers frequently asked questions posted to social media, including updates about the Port St. Lucie Boulevard South project and changes coming to the Convenient Drop-Off Center. <...
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Episode 52
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28:57
Behind the scenes of hurricane recovery with Public Works, the team that makes it all possible
On Episode 51, we're back with John Dunton and Louis Johnson, director and assistant director of Public Works, who share how their staff mobilizes in the aftermath of a hurricane — clearing roads, restoring services and keeping residents safe. ...
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Episode 51
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15:45
How Public Works paves the way for hurricane preparation
During the first part of a two-episode podcast, Public Works' Deputy Director, John Dunton, and Assistant Director, Louis Johnson, walk us through each critical step of the department's hurricane readiness plan. Learn how crews clear drainage s...
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Episode 50
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14:22
A hurricane is looming, so the City activates. But what exactly does that mean?
We're one month away from the start of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, and on Episode 49, we chat with our director of emergency management, Billy Weinshank, who explains what it means when the City "activates" for a hurricane. ...
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Episode 49
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33:22
Grassroots to Greenspaces: Inside Port St. Lucie's Naturally PSL movement
Naturally PSL is a community-driven initiative inspired by the collective vision of Port St. Lucie residents. It brings awareness to our City's green spaces and places while encouraging the community to help conserve our natural areas.On...
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Episode 48
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29:22
The stop-and-go science of traffic light coordination in Port St. Lucie
Quite often, people think the coordination of traffic signals on the main corridors of Port St. Lucie means they'll hit a green light every time, but that's not the case.Many factors can affect timing, and on Episode 47, we learn the ins...
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Episode 47
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29:46
Port St. Lucie Police puts the brakes on aggressive driving ... and it's paying off
The Port St. Lucie Police Department's increased traffic patrols on our roadways has led to more speeding citations, more drunk driving arrests and less red-light runners than ever before. On Episode 46, we chat with Sgt. Ian H...
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Episode 46
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20:23
Mayor Martin's top takeaways from 2025 Winter Workshop, plus updates on major projects
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 Ep...
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Episode 45
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36:56
Keep Port St. Lucie Beautiful enhances our City's landscape, one neighborhood at a time
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, ...
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Episode 44
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35:47
Here's how we update our comprehensive plan, the roadmap to our City's future
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 gro...
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Episode 43
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20:14
Talk about a glow-up! Special events get even more special with new director's fresh ideas
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 ...
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Episode 42
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31:11
Is Port St. Lucie a good place to start a business? It sure is, and here's why
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 E...
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Episode 41
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27:21
Year in review: Mayor Martin highlights projects that shaped Port St. Lucie in 2024
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 o...
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Episode 40
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25:19
New Chief Leo Niemczyk shares his vision for the future of Port St. Lucie Police Department
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 re...
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Episode 39
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35:37