Public safety
Keeping Port St. Lucie safe
In 2025, Port St. Lucie remained the safest large city in Florida and continues to build on that reputation.
To keep pace with Port St. Lucie’ s continued growth, the Police Department expanded its community-focused approach by launching a sixth Neighborhood Policing District in FY 2024-25.
Originally planned for completion in FY 2026-27, the project was fast-tracked thanks to a thorough review of staffing, response times and service calls. The new district enhances coverage and strengthens the department’ s ability to serve residents with a more localized, responsive approach to public safety.
Work also continues on a new state-of-the-art police training facility that will provide a vital resource for ensuring the ongoing safety and well-being of the community. The three-story, 54,000-square-foot facility will be located at the municipal complex across from City Hall.
The first police training facility in the City’ s history, it will include training areas, a virtual simulation room, firearms range, a multi-purpose classroom and more.
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