City Manager's Annual Report 2017 | A Year In Review | Page 11

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT As an organization, the City of Port St. Lucie considers community members an integral part of the team. City staff is expected to seek out partnerships with businesses and residents. After all, this is their hometown and their views should be understood and heard. From the naming of parks to preparing for hurricane season, the organization has worked to include residents and other community stakeholders in discussions and seek their input when making decisions. It’s not always all work and no play. Staff engaged residents in some fun in 2017 – including showing off their holiday lights and painting rocks.