PEOPLE • PLACES • PROGRESS • POSSIBILITIES
NEW BUSINESS
CITY EVENTS
A STRONGER FORT PIERCE, TOGETHER.
CONTENTS EXCITING UPDATES FROM ACROSS OUR CITY
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New Businesses
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City of Fort Pierce Events
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Community & Economic Development
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Public Works Department
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Engineering Department
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Building Department
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Recreation Department
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Fort Pierce Police Department
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SeeClickFix Reports
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City Marina
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Riverwalk Center
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Indian Hills Golf Course
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CITY OF FORT PIERCE EVENTS MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Good Things Happen Here EVERY 1ST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH-FRIDAY FEST- MARINA SQUARE -5:30 PM TO 8:30 PM
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FARMERS MARKET Every Saturday-Marina Square 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
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FARMERS MARKET Every Wednesday-Marina Square 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
JAZZ MARKET Every Saturday-Marina Square 8:00 am to 1:00 p.m.
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COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INVESTING IN TODAY • BUILDING TOMORROW
Hutchinson Island continues to grow The Mervis Mural is a vibrant new addition to Fort Pierce, created by talented artist Sitki Doğan. The completed artwork adds a bold and colorful public-art feature to the area, enhancing the surrounding environment and contributing to the community’s growing collection of distinctive murals. Since its completion, the mural has received tremendous attention and an overwhelmingly positive response from residents, visitors, and the community. Its striking colors, creative design, and artistic detail have brought new energy and character to the area while creating an engaging visual landmark for people to enjoy. The Mervis Mural is another example of how public art can enhance community spaces, celebrate creativity, and contribute to the unique character and identity of Fort Pierce.
THE MERVIS CAR
THE COMMUNITY
THE MERVIS DANCERS
A VIBRANT COMMUNITY FOR GENERATIONS TO COME.
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ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT PROJECTS • PROGRESS
Building Fort Pierce AVENUE D/ 29TH STREET TO US 1 Construction continues with work on ADA pedestrian ramps along the south side of Avenue D. Removal of paver crosswalks continues, and pavement surface differences are being addressed as a result of citizen concerns.
Location : Avenue D at 12ᵗʰ Street
Location : Avenue D at 27ᵗʰ Street
Curb Installation
Veteran’s Park South Crosswalk
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ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT PROJECTS • PROGRESS
Building Fort Pierce STORM STRUCTURE RING INSTALLATION
BRICK PAVER PEDESTRIAN WALKWAY
PERVIOUS PAVER PARKING AREA
STORM DRAINAGE INSTALLATION
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ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT PROJECTS • PROGRESS
Building Fort Pierce INFRASTRUCTURE TODAY. A STRONGER TOMORROW.
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PLANNING DESIGNING IMPROVING FOR A BRIGHTER FORT PIERCE
INDIAN RIVER DRIVE CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (SEAWAY DRIVE TO AVENUE A)
Full roadway and bridge reconstruction of Indian River Drive between Seaway Drive and Avenue A. The corridor improvements include the addition of on-street parking, curb and gutter roadway section complete with sidewalks, decorative streetlights, water/sewer/electric upgrades, bridge reconstruction over Moore’s Creek, upgraded stormwater collection system, landscaping, and ADA upgrades complete with brick paver crosswalks. Current construction activities include storm drainage installation north of AE Backus Avenue, roadway demolition, potable water relocation, curb & gutter installation, and sidewalk construction. Final construction is slated for Spring 2027.
MOVING FORT PIERCE FORWARD
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SURFSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS PHASE II
The roadway improvement project will include drainage improvements in the Surfside Park neighborhood. The streets identified for drainage improvements under this project are Melaleuca Drive, Plover Avenue, Pelican Drive, Walnut Court, Eucalyptus Avenue, Cypress Avenue and Sunset Isle Road. Improvements will include valley gutters constructed on both sides of the roadway, elimination of the remaining roadside swales by regrading, driveway replacement, milling and resurfacing. Additionally, FPUA will upgrade water mains and sanitary sewers on three roadways.
Valley gutters were installed, driveway aprons restored and the first lift of asphalt completed on Melaleuca Drive, Pelican Drive, Sunset Isles Road and a portion of Plover Avenue (east of Pelican Drive). The remaining portion of Plover (west of Pelican Drive) required new drainage as areas of failures were discovered during sewer lateral replacement. The contractor is currently working on drainage installations along Eucalyptus Drive, final lift of asphalt along Plover Avenue, Pelican Drive and Melaleuca Drive.
Building a STRONGER FORT PIERCE
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CITY OF FORT PIERCE | RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PLAY • LEARN • BELONG • THRIVE
SUMMER JAM CAMP 2026 HIGHLIGHTS EXPLORE • CREATE • LEARN • GROW • BELONG
The 2026 Summer Jam Camp concluded on July 31 following eight weeks of recreational activities, educational enrichment, arts and crafts, sports, field trips, special guests, and character development opportunities for youth ages 5–12. Among this summer's highlights was a special sewing workshop led by Kallee Jackson, owner of Maison De Kallee Jackson, which provided campers with an opportunity to explore creativity and learn a new skill. Campers also took center stage during the end-of-camp Talent Showcase, celebrating their personalities, creativity, and talents.
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The Recreation Center celebrates another successful summer and looks forward to building upon these experiences for Summer Jam Camp 2027.
MARTIAL ARTS PROGRAM The Recreation Center Martial Arts Program continues to provide youth with opportunities to develop discipline, confidence, focus, leadership, and athletic skills through training and competitive experiences. Program athletes recently represented the City of Fort Pierce at two regional competitions: the Artful Minds Youth Leadership & Wellness Martial Arts Invitational in Miramar on August 15 and the Bamboo Dojo Invitational Karate Tournament in Vero Beach on August 22.
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Every participating Recreation Center athlete earned placement during the competitions, bringing home medals and trophies while gaining valuable tournament experience and proudly representing Fort Pierce. Building on this momentum, Leisure Services anticipates hosting a Martial Arts Community Showcase during Fall 2026, providing athletes an opportunity to demonstrate their skills and celebrate their accomplishments with family, friends, and the community.
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“Discipline today builds stronger communities tomorrow.”
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FORT PIERCE POLICE DEPARTMENT PEOPLE • PARTNERSHIPS • A SAFER TOMORROW
COMMUNITY IN ACTION Fort Pierce Police Department officers joined the Roundtable of St. Lucie County’s Tunnel of Hope at Weatherbee Elementary. Our officers were there to welcome students back to school with smiles and high-fives as they started a brand-new school year. Here’s to a great school year, Weatherbee!
“Strong Communities Are Built Together.”
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FORT PIERCE POLICE DEPARTMENT MAJOR ARTICLE / INVESTIGATION UPDATE
FPPD MAKES ARREST IN HIT AND RUN INVOLVING 7-YEAR OLD APPROVED PUBLIC INFORMATION • AUGUST 12, 2026
Fort Pierce Police Department arrested 34-year-old Demetris Johnson, for the August 1, 2026, hit and run crash that left a 7-year-old with serious bodily injuries. Johnson was located and arrested at 2905 U.S. Highway 1 and was charged with leaving the scene of a crash involving serious bodily injury and driving while license suspended. The crash occurred at approximately 8:55 p.m. at the intersection of North 25th Street and Avenue M. Two children were crossing the roadway in a marked crosswalk when Johnson struck one of the children. Surveillance video obtained from a nearby business captured the crash and shows Johnson exiting his vehicle to check on the children before returning to his vehicle and fleeing the scene.
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Through the diligent work of responding officers and investigators, the suspect vehicle was quickly identified using available investigative technology and law enforcement databases. These resources also assisted officers in identifying Johnson as the driver. The 7-year-old victim has been released from the hospital and is currently recovering. This investigation remains active and ongoing.
PUBLIC INFORMATION Anyone with information on this incident is encouraged to contact the Fort Pierce Police Department at 772-462-6800 or Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers at www.tcwatch.org
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INDIAN HILLS GOLF COURSE PLAY • CONNECT • ENJOY
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FORT PIERCE CITY OF FORT PIERCE MISSION STATEMENT To provide community leadership, quality public service, and a safe environment for all citizens by an empowered team of employees motivated by pride in themselves and work. Thank you for staying connected with your City. Facebook: facebook.com/ftpierce Instagram: instagram.com/cityoffortpierce X / Twitter: twitter.com/Ft_Pierce YouTube: City of Fort Pierce YouTube channel SEPTEMBER 2026