Good Morning, Sunland
It's Tuesday! And it’s cold! But it’s also a holiday!
I want to start with a big shoutout to my dad for Veterans Day. Thank you for your service and thank you for being the quiet editor behind the scenes for this newsletter from time to time. Ha! Alright…
🌲 Free state park admission Tuesday for Veterans Day: All Florida State Parks waive entrance fees November 11th to honor military service. Avalon State Park in St. Lucie among. Park access
💜 People Pass Shoutout: Thank you to everyone supporting Sunland through the People Pass. Your support keeps this work moving. If you want to join, you can do that here.
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🚦 The Main Squeeze: Red Light Cameras Coming to PSL
TLDR: Port St. Lucie is moving ahead with a plan to install red light cameras at high-crash intersections. The goal is to cut down on deadly accidents and hold drivers more accountable.
💬 Why It Matters: Traffic deaths in the city have already passed last year’s total. With more cars on the road and limited enforcement resources, officials say these cameras could help reduce reckless driving and improve public safety. WPTV has the full story
📍 Where They Could Go:
Three intersections on Port St. Lucie Blvd
Three on St. Lucie West Blvd
Most dangerous: Cashmere and St. Lucie West
👮 What the Police Chief Says: PSL’s Police Chief says the department studied three years of crash data and believes automated enforcement could help make the roads safer. “People need to be held accountable for bad driver behavior,” he said during the council presentation.
🗳 What’s Next: The ordinance still needs final City Council approval before cameras can be installed. If passed, it’ll take some time before they go live.
📊 By the Numbers:
Since 2022, the city has recorded 264 crashes at the top 10 intersections under review.
🗳 Do you think red light cameras are a good idea for
Port St. Lucie?
🥳 What’s Happening: 5 Out of Town Events
🗓️ Thursday, Nov 13
🎨 Stuart Night Market at Terra Fermata – Browse local vendors, sip a drink, and vibe with live music at this weekly night market. | 6:30–10 PM | $5 entry | Details
🎶 Clematis by Night: Cover to Cover (Rock) – Free sunset concert series on the West Palm Beach Waterfront featuring high-energy rock classics. | 6–9 PM | Free | Details
🗓️ Friday, Nov 14
🎬 Movie in the Park (Stuart) – Outdoor showing of Disney’s Pocahontas at Memorial Park. Bring your blanket and snacks. | Dusk | Free | Details
🗓️ Saturday, Nov 15
🐮 Pioneer Family Farmstead Day (Jupiter) – See antique sawmills, farm animals, and live demos of Florida pioneer life. Great for families. | 10 AM–2 PM | Free | Details
🌙 Adult Night Hike (Jupiter) – Ages 18+ only. Explore Florida’s nocturnal wildlife on a guided hike at Riverbend Park. | 6 PM | $5 | RSVP required | Details
🐐 Family Day at the Grove (Vero Beach) – Petting zoo, hayrides, face painting, food trucks, and citrus slingshots at Schacht Groves. | 10 AM–1 PM | $5/car | Details
🧾 Last Drop: NO MO’ FEES!
🚌 Martin County transit now free – Marty buses eliminate $1.50 fare following success of similar programs in St. Lucie and Indian River. County expects ridership boost without impacting taxpayers. The Treasure Coast is now completely bus fare free! Transit change
🎵 Indie music venues generate $7.8B for Florida – State's independent music scene supports thousands of jobs and adds $4.2B to GDP, though only 35% of venues were profitable in 2024. Economic impact
🎓 State university efficiency report released – UCF costs $46,548 per degree while New College tops list at $494,715. Board of Governors finds operating expenses per student rose 25% since 2017, cites payroll as main driver. University audit
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