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The City of Port St. Lucie recently completed a project made possible by a $25,000 grant from state and federal agencies. In 2022, the City received a grant funding from the U.S. Forest Service, in collaboration with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to update the inventory of trees along Crosstown Parkway from Village Parkway to U.S. 1. The tree inventory and landscaping data will inform City staff of every tree and shrub, including their species, size, health, structure, risk factors, and value. This will assist them in helping to assess the City’s urban tree canopy coverage.

Shereese Snagg, Project Coordinator, Beautification for the City of Port St. Lucie, expressed gratitude for the grant, stating, "With the support of this generous grant, we were able to gather data that allows us to provide quality maintenance of our urban greenery, while assisting us in making plans for the future." She highlighted that the information gained from the grant will enable the city to explore options to benefit residents by increasing shaded areas, reducing noise, and improving aesthetics. Additionally, it will help prioritize areas in need of attention and make future planting plans to directly benefit the community.

To learn more about PSL’s beautification projects, visit www.CityofPSL.com/PublicWorks.