About Public Works
The Public Works Department oversees City resources that manage the planning, design, construction and maintenance of City infrastructure and various facilities. This includes roads and bridges, water quality and drainage, traffic operations, landscaping and emergency management.
Mission: As a knowledgeable and diverse team of dedicated professionals, the Public Works Department is committed to improving mobility and safety throughout the City by maintaining essential infrastructure, while being stewards of the environment, and providing outstanding customer service to ensure the needs of our growing community are met.
Vision: To be recognized as a leading Public Works agency by continuing to provide exceptional customer care, maintaining the critical infrastructure and services that make Port St. Lucie a great place to live, while implementing new infrastructure materials and technologies to ensure operational efficiency.
Values:
- Diverse – We embrace and celebrate the diverse background, experience and knowledge of staff and residents.
- Engaged – We create opportunities for resident participation through community outreach and education.
- Data Driven – We utilize research and implement data-driven planning to make informed decisions and provide best management practices.
- Resourceful – We are creative problem solvers who encourage critical thinking and new ideas.
- Integrity – We respect and value the trust of the community.
- Stewardship – We honor our duty and obligation to the community as the stewards of public infrastructure and environment.
- Respectful – We maintain a work environment that is professional and enjoyable.
- Dedicated – We believe that Public Works functions as the heartbeat of the City by providing critical infrastructure creating the foundation for all projects to be built.