UNSUNG HEROS OF HURRICANES IAN AND NICOLE

Being first responders, the Public Works Department understands the important role that City facilities and amenities play in the lives of Fort Pierce residents, each day. That is why these dedicated men and women worked tirelessly during the Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Nicole storm recovery efforts throughout the City in October and November, respectively.

The Public Works Team mitigated flooding, rebuilt the Jetty, secured city structures and facilities, cleared tons of storm debris, and so much more. The Public Works Department is the backbone of the City’s infrastructure and provides essential functions serving our citizens and City that no other department can provide.

It was a great turnout at the first “Give Back To The City of Fort Pierce Day,” hosted by In The Image of Christ Church’s, Pastor Hazel Hoylman. This community event drew attendees both young and old with free food and free raffle prizes given to all who attended. To top it off, horse and UTV rides were also available to those who wanted to venture. Local organizations were also on site to offer their services to the community. The Fort Pierce Police Department was proud to be a part of this local event, and look forward to more in the future.

Officer Recognized For Service

Officer Damian Spotts was honored and recognized as the Law Enforcement Officer of the Day at the House of Representatives in Tallahassee. It also marked his 19th year with the Fort Pierce Police Department!! The City is lucky to have such a dedicated individual, serving and protecting our community.

Celebrating 100 Years Of Protection And Service

In the 1960s, the Fort Pierce Police Department was located at Avenue D and N. 7th Street. Today, the Department's main station is located at 920 S. US Highway 1.

Remembering Our Fallen Heroes

On October 27, 2022, the Fort Pierce Police Department held a ceremony to unveil their new fallen officer statue. The bronze statue, "Hero," was placed in front of the Police Department at 920 South U.S. Highway 1.

Hero, which was made in the likeness of fallen officer Danny Parrish, faces the department's flag in a salute pose. The statue overlooks the Danny Parrish Fallen First Responders Park and honors all of the Fort Pierce Police Department officers and First Responders in our community.

Honoring Officer Danny Parrish

The park will be a sacred place in the Fort Pierce community where residents, visitors, and family members of all fallen first responders can visit and reflect on the significant contribution and ultimate sacrifices that have been made.

The "Danny Parrish Fallen First Responders Park" was dedicated following the unveiling of the Fort Pierce Police Department’s Fallen Officer Memorial Statue. Fort Pierce Police Sergeant Danny Parrish lost his life on January 18, 1991, in what was supposed to be a simple traffic stop. The park sits directly in front of the Department's main station at 920 South U.S. Highway 1. In addition, a sign about Parrish has been placed in the park to remember his story.