Port St. Lucie Daily Brief: Council Workshop, Spring Break Camp, and Festival Weekend Ahead

It’s shaping up to be an active week across Port St. Lucie, with city business, youth programs, and a major community festival all on the calendar. From City Hall discussions to spring break activities for families, there’s plenty happening around town.

City Council Workshop This Morning

The Port St. Lucie City Council is holding a workshop meeting today, March 17, at City Hall. Workshop sessions are typically designed for deeper discussion rather than final votes. Council members use the time to review upcoming projects, consider development proposals, and talk through long-range planning priorities.

These meetings often provide an early look at infrastructure improvements, neighborhood planning efforts, and other policy matters that may come up for formal approval at a later date. Residents interested in following city decisions from the ground floor frequently tune in or attend to stay informed.

Spring Break Camp Runs Through March 21

Spring Break Camp begins today and continues through March 21, giving local families a structured option while schools are closed. Hosted by the city’s parks and recreation team, the program includes supervised games, crafts, and field activities aimed at keeping children active and engaged.

Daily programming is taking place at designated community centers for families who registered in advance. The camp is designed to offer both fun and routine during the break, with a mix of indoor and outdoor activities throughout the week.

Strawberry Festival Returns This Weekend

Looking ahead, the popular Strawberry Festival is set for March 22 and 23 at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center. The two-day event typically draws strong crowds and features a variety of vendors, family-friendly entertainment, and strawberry-themed treats.

With spring break visitors in town and pleasant March weather expected, organizers anticipate solid attendance. The festival has become a seasonal favorite for many residents, blending food, entertainment, and community spirit in one place.

More Public Meetings on the Horizon

Beyond today’s workshop, additional public meetings are scheduled later this week. Advisory boards and committees tied to housing and development topics are set to convene, continuing discussions on growth and planning across the city.

A regular City Council meeting is also scheduled for next week on March 24, when formal votes and additional agenda items are expected.

For residents, it’s a week that highlights both civic engagement and community celebration — a reminder of the many ways Port St. Lucie stays active this time of year.

Sources

• https://psl.legistar.com/View.ashx?GUID=EA89FC38-597A-4884-9141-C6E5795149BC&ID=1349415&M=A
• https://www.cityofpsl.com/files/assets/public/v/3/departments/city-manager/psl-on-the-pulse/2025/psl-on-the-pulse-vol-9-issue-3-7-25.pdf
• https://www.cityofpsl.com