The Florida Building Code 7th Edition (2020)

The Florida Building Code 7th Edition (2020) will go into effect January 1, 2021.  For more information, or to view the code online, please go to https://codes.iccsafe.org/codes/florida

Coronavirus - Building Department Update #4

For the safety and well-being of you and our staff, in-person interior inspections for occupied or recently occupied residences will be preformed at the discretion of the inspector.

Please read the attached document for detailed information on all the chan...

Most Affordable Beach Towns

Neigbhorhoods.com ranked Fort Pierce as one of the most affordable beach towns in Florida. Downtown has kept true to its Spanish roots by maintaining the architecture and culture of its original settlers, and the enormous citrus groves add to the rural el...

Reader's Digest Top 20

Reader’s Digest named Fort Pierce one of the top 20 most beautiful main streets in America. In Fort Pierce, you’ll find a historic, small-town lifestyle in a picturesque slice of paradise.

Educational Excellence

For the second year, St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) boasts a graduation rate above 90 percent with 1.7 percent growth this year landing the District at 91.8 percent – well above the State average.

Most Affordable Beach Towns

Neigbhorhoods.com ranked Fort Pierce as one of the most affordable beach towns in Florida. Downtown has kept true to its Spanish roots by maintaining the architecture and culture of its original settlers, and the enormous citrus groves add to the rural el...

Indian Hills Golf Course to Remain Open to the Public

The Indian Hills Golf Course will remain OPEN for you to enjoy the golf, fresh air and some exercise but beginning tomorrow (3/18/20), we will implement the following:

• Drinking Water Coolers will be removed from the course, so please bring an extra cup of ...

St. Lucie County Launches Small Business Assistance Grants Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

St. Lucie County launches Small Business Assistance Grants program to provide emergency relief to hardest hit small businesses

Grants of up to $7,500 to be awarded to qualifying small business to aid in economic recovery efforts

ST. LUC...

St. Lucie Public Schools Produces Videos Illustrating the Reopening of Schools

For Immediate ReleaseJuly 29, 2020Contact: Lydia MartinLydia.Martin@stlucieschools.orgPhone: 772-429-5544

St. Lucie Public Schools Produces Videos Illustrating the Reopening of Schools

ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FL – St. Lucie Public Schools has produced a...

Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) Board voted to extend the suspension of disconnects for non-p

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Jann Widmayer

772-466-1600

jwidmayer@fpua.com

FPUA Board Extends Deadline for Disconnects

Fort Pierce, FL, July 23, 2020 – At the July 21, 2020, meeting, the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (...

Second Public Work Session Port of Fort Pierce Master Underway July 29 & 31

NEWS RELEASE

PORT OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA

July 22, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Second Public Work Session Port of Fort Pierce Master Underway July 29 & 31 

“In what ways might the Port of Fort Pierce evolve to meet com...

FPUA Scheduled to Resume Disconnects for Non-Payment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Jann Widmayer772-466-1600jwidmayer@fpua.com

FPUA Scheduled to Resume Disconnects for Non-Payment

Fort Pierce, FL, July 21, 2020 – Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) is schedul...

In Wake of COVID-19

The City of Fort Pierce continues to assist the community in the wake of COVID-19 through free food distribution sites. Over the past few months, the City of Fort Pierce has strongly supported its community through free drive-thru COVID-19 testing and fre...

FPUA Offers Utility Relief

FPUA has established the Project Care COVID-19 Relief Fund with a sponsorship in the amount of $100,000, to assist customers most affected by the COVID-19 Crisis with payment of their utility bill. FPUA is partnering with Mustard Seed Ministries and ALPI ...

St. Lucie Public Schools Delays Start

Contact: Lydia MartinLydia.Martin@stlucieschools.orgwww.stlucieschools.org

ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FL –St. Lucie Public Schools has delayed the start of the school year by two weeks.  The first day of school for students will be on Au...

The City of Fort Pierce Announces Holiday Lights Spectacular and More!

The City of Fort Pierce Announces Holiday Lights Spectacular and More!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Fort Pierce. The Dancing Palms are back! Over 100,000 Christmas lights wrapped around palm trees, synchronized to the soun...

The City of Fort Pierce Hosts 5th Annual City of Lights Decorating Contest

The City of Fort Pierce Hosts 5^th Annual City of Lights Decorating Contest

The City of Fort Pierce is once again excited to announce the 5th Annual City of Lights Decorating Contest, so dust off those Christmas lights, put your creative thinking ...

City of Fort Pierce Building Department Moves to New Location

The City of Fort Pierce Building Department recently relocated to the 3^rd floor of the Sunrise Center building, next to City Hall’s 5-story Parking Garage. 

The Building Department, previously located on the 2^nd floor of City Hall, moved...

City Temporarily Closes Jaycee Park Boat Ramps for Triathlon Event

The City of Fort Pierce will temporarily close Jaycee Park Boat Ramps this Sunday, November 15, 2020, for a triathlon event hosted by “Game On! Race Events” in Jaycee Park. 

To honor the triathlon event and to ensure safety for...

Tropical Depression Eta Advisory 4

Tropical Depression Eta Advisory 4

November 8, 2020, 2:00 PMWebsite: www.cityoffortpierce.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

The City of Fort Pierce is continuing to monitor Tropical Storm Eta and the potential impact. Residents should take necessary pr...

Tropical Depression Eta Advisory 3

Tropical Depression Eta Advisory 3

November 7, 2020, 2:00 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

The City of Fort Pierce is continuing to monitor Tropical Cyclone Eta and preparing for any potential impact. Resident...

Tropical Depression Eta Advisory 2

Tropical Depression Eta Advisory 2

November 6, 2020, 2:00 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

The City of Fort Pierce is continuing to monitor Tropical Storm Eta and preparing for any potential impact. Although t...

Tropical Depression Eta Advisory 1

November 5, 2020, 5:00 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

The City of Fort Pierce is monitoring Tropical Storm Eta and is preparing for any potential impact. Although we are outside of the cone of uncertainty, ...

Main Street Fort Pierce Hosts 32nd Annual Sights & Sounds on Second Christmas Parade

Fort Pierce Main Street, in partnership with the City of Fort Pierce and the Sunrise Kiwanis, is excited to announce the 32^nd Annual Sights & Sounds on Second Christmas Parade in Historic Downtown Fort Pierce Sunday, December 6, 2020, at 4:00 PM.&...

City Manager's Report November 2020

The November 2020 City Manager's Report is available at the following link: https://cityoffortpierce.com/559/City-Managers-Report . This report provides an activity overview of the month and includes updates from City Departments on vari...

The City of Fort Pierce Requests Nominations for Renaming PAL Park

The City of Fort Pierce has issued a call for nominations for the re-naming of PAL Park. PAL Park is no longer a part of the Police Athletic League and is now being reimaged by the City of Fort Pierce. The facility and park located at 903 S. 21st Street a...

FPUA Board Votes to Delay Electric Disconnections

Fort Pierce, FL, October 23, 2020 – At the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) Special Meeting, the Board voted to delay electric disconnects until further information is reviewed at their November 17 meeting. This allows FPUA custom...

HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESSES ADVISORY

Contact: Arlease Hall | Arlease.Hall@flhealth.gov  Public Information Officer |772-370-1391

 St. Lucie County, FL—The Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie County (DOH-St. Lucie) today advised resi...

City of Fort Pierce Seeks Community Input on N. 29th Street Renaming

The City of Fort Pierce seeks community input on the renaming of North 29^th Street after long-time resident and Fort Pierce native, Fannie Lewis-Darden.

Fannie Lewis-Darden of 101 years old, has lived off North 29^th for over 50 years.  The renamin...

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Planning Board

The Fort Pierce City Commission is accepting applications for the City Planning Board to fill an at-large position.  This advisory board meets on the 2^nd Tuesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. and is essential in reviewing and influencing the managem...

FPUA to Resume Disconnects for Non-Payment

 Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) is scheduled to begin disconnects for non-payment on Wednesday, October 21, 2020. Past due account holders scheduled for disconnection will receive an automated call. If you receive an automated call from F...

City of Fort Pierce Partners with FPUA for Electric Car Charging Stations

The City of Fort Pierce, in partnership with FPUA recently installed 4 new charging stations in the City Hall Parking Garage to meet the growing demand for electric cars. 

With the increased use of electric cars, FPUA and the City of Fort Pierce p...

City of Fort Pierce Offers Free Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing

In an effort to meet the needs of the community, the City of Fort Pierce, in partnership with St. Lucie County, the Florida Division of Emergency Management, and the Florida Department of Health is offering free drive-thru COVID-19 testi...

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Keep Fort Pierce Beautiful

Fort Pierce City Commissioners are looking for civic-minded city residents to serve on the Keep Fort Pierce Beautiful board.   The Keep Fort Pierce Beautiful Committee is a City Commission appointed committee that meets along with the Tree Board ...

CRIME DOWN BY 26.7 PERCENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 9, 2020 12 p.m.

CRIME DOWN BY 26.7 PERCENT

MAKING FORT PIERCE A SAFER PLACE

In the first half of 2020, the City of Fort Pierce achieved a significant reduction in crime, as reported by the Florida Department of Law Enfo...

The City of Fort Pierce Begins Citrus Overpass Bridge Repair

News ReleaseCity of Fort PierceFor immediate release: October 9, 2020Contact: Joe Sweat, 772-467-3031The City of Fort Pierce Begins Citrus Overpass Bridge Repair

The City of Fort Pierce begins revitalization efforts on Citrus Overpass Bridge from Half Cent...

City of Fort Pierce Installs an Outdoor Fitness Station by the Waterfront

Citizens can now enjoy outdoor fitness by the beautiful waterfront at no cost. The City of Fort Pierce Public Works Department recently installed a new outdoor fitness station conveniently located at the corner of Indian River Drive and Seaway Drive for t...

Black Pearl Boat Ramp at Fisherman’s Wharf to Close for Reconstruction

Beginning Monday, October 19, 2020, the Black Pearl Boat Ramp at Fisherman’s Wharf, located at 600 Indian River Drive near Seaway Drive, will be closed to the public for dock reconstruction and replacement. The boat ramp is anticipated to be clo...

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Sunrise Theatre Advisory Board

Fort Pierce City Commissioners are looking for civic-minded residents to serve on the Sunrise Theatre Advisory Board.   Qualified applicants should reside in the City of Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County or a neighboring county and be willing to serv...

City Temporarily Closes Jaycee Park Boat Ramps for Triathlon Event

October 2020 City Manager's Report

The October 2020 City Manager's Report is available at the following link: https://cityoffortpierce.com/559/City-Managers-Report . This report provides an activity overview of the month and includes updates from City Departments...

City of Fort Pierce Hosts Community Input Meeting for Lincoln Park

City of Fort Pierce Hosts Community Input Meeting for Lincoln Park

The City of Fort Pierce invites the community to share input, ideas, and feedback regarding the Lincoln Park District with emphasis on the Avenue D corridor and the Means Court School.The ...

City of Fort Pierce Ranks #32 As Fastest Growing City

LendEDU, a nationally recognized finanical advisor and loan firm, recently conducted a data-based search for fastest-growing cities. Fort Pierce ranks #32 in the state of Florida, and #175 in the nation as one of the fastest-growing cities that is still a...

Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies selected by Microsoft

ST LUCIE COUNTY, Florida - Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies was selected by Microsoft to join the 2020–2021 Incubator Path of the Microsoft Showcase School program for their commitment to education transformation to drive studen...

City Manager's Report September 2020

The September 2020 City Manager’s Report is available at the following link: https://cityoffortpierce.com/559/City-Managers-Report . This report provides an activity overview of the month and includes updates from City Departments on various pro...

Hunger Action Month

At the City Commission meeting held Tuesday, September 8, 2020, Mayor Linda Hudson recognized Hunger Action Month through a proclamation, acknowledging the current poverty and hunger issues in the nation. The City of Fort Pierce is committed to taking the...

COVID-19 Update #24

COVID-19 Update #24

City of Fort Pierce

September 3, 2020

772-467-3000

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

Free COVID Testing 9/4/20 and 9/5/20 at MLK Jr Dreamland Park

The City of Fort Pierce, in partnership with Allied Health ...

City of Fort Pierce Hosts Free COVID-19 Testing

In an effort to increase testing availability for the community, the City of Fort Pierce, in partnership with Allied Health and St. Lucie County, is offering free COVID-19 testing by appointment.Allied Health will provide PCR swab testing to the public on...

CeeCee Ross Lyles 9/11 Virtual Memorial Ceremony

The City of Fort Pierce will hold a virtual memorial service to honor CeeCee Ross Lyles who perished on Flight 93 when it crashed in a Pennsylvania field during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.The virtual memorial service will be hosted live thro...

PUBLIC NOTICE REBUILD FLORIDA INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM:

PUBLIC NOTICE REBUILD FLORIDA INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM:

The State of Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) recently announced that they will be administering funding of a $475,000,000 grant allocation as part of the U.S. Department of Housing and ...

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Board of Adjustment

News ReleaseCity of Fort PierceFor immediate release: August 28, 2020Contact: City Clerk’s Office, 772-467-3065

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Board of Adjustment

Fort Pierce City Commissioners are looking for a city resid...

United Way Non-Profit & Faith Based Organizational Assistance Program

The St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners contracted with the United Way of St. Lucie County to administer the grant program, which is funded as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act federal ...

City of Fort Pierce Offers 2020 Census Gift Card Giveaway

News ReleaseCity of Fort PierceFor immediate release: August 19, 2020Contact: City Manager’s Office, 772.465.4170

City of Fort Pierce Offers 2020 Census Gift Card Giveaway

For the next 43 days, the City of Fort Pierce has issued a challe...

Joint Media Release Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie and St. Lucie Public Schools Emph

Joint Media Release 

Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie and St. Lucie Public Schools 

Emphasize Healthy Habits and Staying Home When Sick 

Contact: Lydia Martin | Chief Communications Officer | 772-429-5544

Lydia.Ma...

The City of Fort Pierce Applies for Grant for Water Quality Project

EXCITING NEWS FROM THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE:

Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Legislature approved $25 million in funding for water quality improvement projects that specifically benefit the Indian River Lagoon for the fiscal year 2020-2021. The State ...

COVID-19 Update #23

COVID-19 Update #23

City of Fort PierceAugust 13, 2020772-467-3000Website: www.cityoffortpierce.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE-THRU GIVEAWAYIn partnership with the Treasure Coast Food Bank and Children’s Service Council...

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Board of Examiners of Contractors

The Fort Pierce City Commission is seeking civic-minded Fort Pierce residents to serve on the Board of Examiners of Contractors.  Individuals must be a St. Lucie County resident for a least two years and be a state licensed contractor in any of t...

City of Fort Pierce Holds Back to School Supply Drive-Thru

FORT PIERCE – The City of Fort Pierce, Treasure Coast Food Bank, Children’s Service Council of St. Lucie County and a host of volunteers are doing their part to help students and families get ready for the first day ...

St. Lucie County launches Small Business Assistance Grants Program

Grants of up to $7,500 to be awarded to qualifying small business to aid in economic recovery efforts

With the goal of providing some economic relief and a rapid infusion of capital to smaller businesses that were hardest hit in St. Lucie County during the...

Tropical Storm Isaias Advisory 5

August 2, 2020, 11:30 AM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

Though Tropical Storm Isaias was expected to strengthen overnight, it remains a tropical storm and atmospheric conditions are not favorable for strengthening at th...

Tropical Storm Isaias Advisory 4

August 1, 2020, 5:30 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

The City of Fort Pierce is closely monitoring the path of Isaias, which has been downgraded to a tropical storm. Residents should stay alert to forecast changes by ...

Hurricane Isaias Advisory 3

August 1, 2020, 12:30 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

The City of Fort Pierce is closely monitoring the path of Hurricane Isaias. Residents should stay alert to forecast changes by reliable sources and make final prep...

Hurricane Isaias Advisory 2

July 31 2020, 7:30 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

The City of Fort Pierce is closely monitoring the path of Hurricane Isaias. Residents should stay alert to forecast changes by reliable sources and have hurricane pla...

Tropical Storm Isaias Advisory 1

July 30, 2020, 5:30 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

The City of Fort Pierce is closely monitoring Tropical Storm Isaias and is preparing for any potential impact. Residents should stay alert to forecast changes by rel...

City of Fort Pierce Cancels Youth Recreation Programming Due to COVID-19 for the Remainder of 2020.

City of Fort Pierce Cancels Youth Recreation Programming Due to COVID-19 for the Remainder of 2020.

Following the guidelines and recommendations of the CDC and Health Department related to COVID-19, the City of Fort Pierce will cancel all city facilitated ...

COVID-19 Update #22

COVID-19 Update #22City of Fort PierceJuly 30, 2020, 5:00 PM772-467-3000Website: www.cityoffortpierce.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

FREE DRIVE-THRU FOOD DISTRIBUTIONThe City of Fort Pierce will host a free drive-thru food distribution ev...

Seeking Applications for Communitywide Council Advisory Board

The Fort Pierce City Commission is seeking individuals to serve on the Communitywide Council. The purpose and function of the Communitywide Council includes providing a public review and comment venue for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 5-Yea...

City of Fort Pierce Offers Free COVID-19 Signs For Local Businesses

As part of continued recovery efforts from COVID-19 and to assist and support local businesses in our community, the City of Fort Pierce is providing free COVID-19 door signs that can be conveniently downloaded and printed at no cost in order to support S...

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Historic Preservation Board Alternate

Fort Pierce City Commissioners are looking for civic-minded city residents to serve on the Historic Preservation Board as an alternate.  The Historic Preservation Board meets on the 4^th Monday of each month at 2:00 p.m.  Members must be ...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #21

COVID-19 Update #21

City of Fort Pierce

July 1, 2020, 6:30 PM

772-467-3000

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

BEACHES & BOAT RAMPS

In an effort to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, St. Lucie County will be closing all pu...

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for FPUA Board

The Fort Pierce City Commission is seeking civic-minded Fort Pierce residents to serve on the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board. Individuals must be a qualified elector of the City of Fort Pierce and live within city limits and have no business relati...

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Boards and Committees

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Boards and Committees

Fort Pierce City Commissioners are looking for civic-minded city residents to serve on several boards.  Current openings include three at-large positions on the Communit...

City of Fort Pierce COVID-19 Update #19

FREE TESTING

The City of Fort Pierce will be offering free COVID-19 swab and antibody testing on Saturday, June 6, 2020 from 12PM to 4PM at Ilous Ellis Park (1211 Avenue M, Fort Pierce). No appointment is necessary. For more information, please call 888-51...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #18

COVID-19 Update #18

City of Fort Pierce

May 21, 2020, 5:30 PM

772-465-3170

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

SOUTH CAUSEWAY AND JAYCEE PARKS CLOSED THIS WEEKEND

In an effort to promote proper social distancing and reduce mass ...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #17

𝐂𝐎𝐕𝐈𝐃-𝟏𝟗 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 #𝟏𝟕City of Fort PierceMay 14, 2020, 5:45 PMWebsite: https://www.cityoffortpierce.com/856/COVID-19-InformationFacebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆The City of Fort Pierce, in partnership with Dynix Diagnostix, the...

City of Fort Pierce Offers Free COVID-19 Testing with No Appointment Necessary

In an effort to expand testing and increase availability for the community, the City of Fort Pierce is offering free COVID-19 testing without the need for an appointment. Dynix Diagnostix will provide PCR swab testing to the general public on Thursday, Ma...

City of Fort Pierce Extending Pre-Screening Period for Free COVID-19 Testing

The City of Fort Pierce is extending the prescreening period for COVID-19 testing until all appointments have been filled. There are approximately 600 appointments available to individuals wanting to know if they have had Coronavirus or are currently infe...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #16

COVID-19 Update #16

City of Fort Pierce

May 7, 2020, 5:30 PM

Website: https://www.cityoffortpierce.com/856/COVID-19-Information

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

COVID-19 RECOVERY GRANT PROGRAM

The COVID-19 Recovery Grant Program has been extraordinarily succ...

City of Fort Pierce Announces Reopening of South Causeway and Jaycee Parks

The City of Fort Pierce is pleased to announce that in addition to all other city parks, South Causeway Park and Jaycee Park are now fully open for the enjoyment of the public. For the safety of our residents and visitors, the parks and beaches are being ...

City of Fort Pierce to Offer Free Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing May 11-15

The City of Fort Pierce has created a partnership with Dynix Diagnostix, Allegany Franciscan Ministries, the Florida Department of Health, Indian River State College and other community partners to identify residents who are currently infected with COVID-...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #15

COVID-19 RECOVERY GRANT PROGRAM

On Tuesday, April 28, the Fort Pierce City Commission approved the COVID-19 Recovery Assistance Plan which includes a series of grants supporting residents, businesses, and community-based efforts. The grants are aimed to pr...

City of Fort Pierce Launches COVID-19 Disaster Recovery Grants to Assist Residents & Businesses

City of Fort Pierce Launches COVID-19 Disaster Recovery Grant Program to Assist Residents and Businesses

FORT PIERCE, FL – On Tuesday, April 28, 2020 the Fort Pierce City Commission approved the COVID-19 Disaster Recovery Grant Program aimed to p...

City of Fort Pierce Commission to Hold Special Meeting on Tuesday, April 28

The City of Fort Pierce is developing a citywide COVID-19 recovery plan to help rebuild our economy with the well-being of Fort Pierce residents and businesses at the forefront. The recovery plan will be presented at a special City Commission Meeting on T...

Seeking Applications for Communitywide Council Advisory Board

The Fort Pierce City Commission is seeking individuals to serve on the Communitywide Council.  The purpose and function of the Communitywide Council includes providing a public review and comment venue for the Community Development Block Grant (C...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #13

COVID-19 Update #13

City of Fort Pierce

Contact: 772.465.4170

April 16, 2020, 5:00 PM

Website: https://www.cityoffortpierce.com/856/COVID-19-Information

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

ESSENTIAL SERVICES

The City of Fort Pierce understands the significant im...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #12

COVID-19 Update #12

City of Fort Pierce

Contact: 772.465.4170

April 9, 2020, 5:00 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

As we head into the Easter weekend, it is important that we all continue to take steps to protect our comm...

City of Fort Pierce Encourages Residents to Stay Connected with SeeClickFix

The City of Fort Pierce continues to encourage residents to stay connected through the SeeClickFix online reporting tool. The mobile-friendly platform enables citizens to report issues by submitting requests for city services from their smart phone at any...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #11

COVID-19 Update #11

City of Fort Pierce

Contact: 772.465.4170

April 7, 2020, 3:30 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

City of Fort Pierce officials continue to urge residents and visitors to abide by social distancing guidel...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #10

COVID-19 Update #10

City of Fort Pierce

Contact: 772.465.4170

April 2, 2020, 5:00 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

City of Fort Pierce officials continue to urge residents and visitors to abide by social distancing guidel...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #9

COVID-19 Update #9

City of Fort Pierce

Contact: 772.465.4170

March 31, 2020, 5:30 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

City of Fort Pierce officials continue to urge residents and visitors to abide by social distancing guidel...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #8

COVID-19 Update #8

City of Fort Pierce

Contact: 772.465.4170

March 30, 2020, 4:00 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

City of Fort Pierce officials continue to urge residents and visitors to abide by social distancing guidel...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #7

COVID-19 Update #7

City of Fort Pierce

Contact: Shyanne Helms, 772.465.4170

March 27, 2020, 4:00 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

There are reported cases of COVID-19 in St. Lucie County. As we head into the weekend, City...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #6

COVID-19 Update #6

City of Fort Pierce

Contact: Shyanne Helms, 772.467.3034

March 24, 2020, 5:00 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

CITY PARKS AND BEACHES

All City of Fort Pierce beaches are closed, including South Causeway ...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #5

City of Fort Pierce

Contact: Shyanne Helms, 772.467.3034

March 23, 2020, 4:00 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

CITY PARKS AND BEACHES 

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, all City of Fort Pierce beach...

City of Fort Pierce: COVID-19 Update #4

COVID-19 Update #4

City of Fort Pierce

Contact: Shyanne Helms, 772.467.3034

March 20, 2020, 4:30 PM

Website: www.cityoffortpierce.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ftpierce

CITY HALL

The City of Fort Pierce is committed to protecting the health and well-being of ou...

City of Fort Pierce COVID-19 Update #3

CITY SERVICES

All City buildings are closed to the public with the exception of City Hall, Fort Pierce City Marina (open to existing tenants) and Indian Hills Golf Course. City Hall is open with limited access to the public. During this unpredictable time,...

City of Fort Pierce Mayor Declares State of Local Emergency

The City of Fort Pierce is committed to protecting the health and well-being of our citizens and visitors. In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, the City of Fort Pierce is taking proactive steps to follow federal, state and local officials&rsqu...

City of Fort Pierce COVID-19 Update #1

The City of Fort Pierce is committed to protecting the health and well-being of our citizens and visitors. The City of Fort Pierce continues to work closely with our community partners to monitor the Coronavirus situation in our community. At this time, t...

City of Fort Pierce cancels large-scale special events as precaution

The City of Fort Pierce is committed to protecting the health and well-being of our citizens and visitors. At this time, there are no confirmed cases of the Coronavirus in Fort Pierce. However, as a preventive measure to reduce the transmission and spread...

Fort Pierce City Hall to Exhibit 5th Grade Highwaymen Art Contest Entries

 The City of Fort Pierce hosted its 5^th Annual Highwaymen Heritage Art Show and Festival on February 15, 2020. Along with the Festival, local 5^th grade students participated in an art contest, giving them the opportunity to learn Fort Pierce&...

RIBBON CUTTING FOR STUDENT PERKS COFFEE KIOSK AT FT. PIERCE CITY HALL

WHO: Ft. Pierce Westwood Academy and Ft. Pierce Central High School Exceptional Education Students

WHAT: Student Perks is a student run coffee kiosk that provides a work skills opportunity for St. Lucie Public Schools Exceptional Educatio...

City of Fort Pierce continues Way to Grow Lincoln Park! Grant Program to Encourage Economic Developm

The City of Fort Pierce is pleased to announce the availability of grant funds to assist in the expenses for small business startup along the Avenue D corridor or relocating an already established business to the Avenue D corridor. Funding is also availab...

City of Fort Pierce Seeking Residents to serve on Advisory Boards and Committees

The City of Fort Pierce is seeking applications to fill upcoming vacancies on several advisory boards and Committees.The Fort Pierce City Commission is seeking individuals to serve on the Communitywide Council, the Historic Preservation Board, Zoning Boar...

The City of Fort Pierce Purchasing Department Hosts Vendor Workshop

The City of Fort Pierce Purchasing Division will host a free Vendor Workshop for those interested in learning how to do business with the City of Fort Pierce, Wednesday, March 11^th, 2020 from 10:00AM – 12:00PM in the Commission Chambers located ...

3rd Annual Fort Pierce Blessing of the Fleet Scheduled for March 7th

Join us as we kick off a safe boating season at the 3rd Annual Fort Pierce Blessing of the Fleet on Saturday, March 7th, 2020 at 11 :00 AM in the lntracoastal Waterway.

The Blessing of the Fleet is a time-honored tradition where vessels are blessed to mark...

Show your Fort Pierce Pride by Volunteering at the Great American Cleanup on Saturday, March 7th

Take part in the largest community cleanup event in the City of Fort Pierce on Saturday, March 7th at the Fort Pierce Recreation Center

Fort Pierce residents and visitors are invited to spend a Saturday morning beautifying the city by volunteering...

Arbor Day Foundation Names Fort Pierce Tree City USA

The City of Fort Pierce was named a 2020 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of its commitment to effective urban forest management. The City of Fort Pierce has received this prestigious

designation for 31 consecutive years.

Fort Pi...

The City of Fort Pierce Hosts 2nd Annual Mayor’s State of the City Address.

The City of Fort Pierce will be hosting the 2nd Annual Mayor’s State of the City Address on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 6 p.m. at the Sunrise Theatre (117 South 2nd Street).

Mayor Linda Hudson will be presenting ‘Fort Pierce Vision 20...

Lindsay School of the Arts Meet and Greet with the City of Fort Pierce Scheduled for Saturday, Feb.

The Lindsay School of the Arts (LSA) will host a free Meet and Greet event in partnership with the City of Fort Pierce to share their plans to restore and revitalize the Old St. Anastasia School located at the corner of Orange Avenue and 10^th Street in th...

The City of Fort Pierce Hosts 5th Annual Highwaymen Heritage Trail & Art Show

The City of Fort Pierce’s annual tribute to the world-renown Florida Highwaymen Artists and their contribution to the rich cultural history of Fort Pierce will be held Saturday, February 15 from 10am-4pm at Moore’s Creek Linear Park, a...

Volunteers to serve on the Fort Pierce 2020 Census Complete Count Committee

The Fort Pierce City Commission is seeking individuals to serve on the newly formed 2020 Census Complete Count Committee.  The Committee was established as an effort to insure the most accurate census count within the City of Fort Pierce through ...

Registration Now Open for Fort Pierce Citizens Academy

The City of Fort Pierce will host its eighth Citizens Academy beginning Thursday, February 27, 2020. Fort Pierce Citizens Academy is a free, six-week interactive civic and public information program that focuses on educating residents and business owners ...

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Board of Adjustment

City of Fort Pierce Commissioners Seek Applications for Board of Adjustment

Fort Pierce City Commissioners are looking for civic-minded city resident to serve on the Board of Adjustment.  The Board of Adjustment meets the 4th Thursday of the month...

City of Fort Pierce Launches Photo Contest for 2020-21 Annual Report Calendar

Calling all photographers with all levels of experience! The City of Fort Pierce invites the public to submit photos for possible inclusion in the city’s 2020-21 Annual Report Calendar.

Have you taken a beautiful picture of the city’s h...

City of Fort Pierce Announces Public Service Grant Opportunity

The City of Fort Pierce 2019-2020 Public Service grant opportunity will open January 6, 2020 and remain open to accept applications until 3:00pm on Friday, February 7, 2020. This is a competitive grant program that will provide grant awards up to $5,000 t...

5th Annual City of Fort Pierce Job Fair

The 5th Annual City of Fort Pierce Job Fair will be held Thursday, January 30, 2020 from 10:00AM to 2:00PM. This event will be held at the Havert L. Fenn Center located at 2000 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce FL 34982. This event is presented in partnership ...

City of Fort Pierce Announces Holiday Lights Spectacular

It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Fort Pierce. The Dancing Palms are back! Over 100,000 Christmas lights wrapped around beautiful palm trees will light up the holiday evenings, synchronized to the sounds of Christmas. The annual holida...

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