Placement: Proclamations and Special presentations
Action Requested: Discussion
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Recognition of the 2023 All-America City Team
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Submitted By: Kate Parmelee, Director of Strategic Initiatives & Innovation
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal of a Smart & Connected City.
Executive Summary (General Business): The City of Port St. Lucie was named a finalist and competed for the first-time ever in the All-America City Awards, presented by the National Civic League. Representatives from the team and sponsors will be present and be recognized for their contributions.
Presentation Information: A 5-minute presentation will be provided by the team representatives.
Staff Recommendation: Request that the Council recognize the work of the 2023 All-America City Award Team.
Background: The 2023 All-America City Award Event was held in Denver, CO from June 9-11, 2023. The year’s theme was “Creating Thriving Communities through Youth Engagement.” The 2023 All-America City Award recognized communities that are working to improve the health and well-being of young people, with particular attention to efforts that engage young people in this work. The City of Port St. Lucie was honored to be named one of only 20 finalists in the United States and was able to send a delegation representing the staff team and youth representatives nominated by the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County and local schools. While the City was not named in the top ten at our first attempt, Maureen Kenyon received the national All-America City Social Media Award and all who attended learned new ideas to bring home to Port St. Lucie as we launch the first ever Port St. Lucie Youth Council. In addition, this effort advanced the City Council’s Strategic Plan goal of a Smart & Connected City and its efforts to be one of the most engaged cities in the nation and its strategic initiative of Advancing Education and Engagement through Education Partnerships and establishing the Youth Advisory Council.
Issues/Analysis: The National Civic League’s All-America City Award has celebrated the best in American civic innovation since 1949. The Award, bestowed yearly on 10 communities, recognizes the work of communities in using inclusive civic engagement to address critical issues and create stronger connections among residents, businesses and nonprofit and government leaders. Cities, counties, tribes and community organizations of all types are invited to apply for the annual designation. The All-America City Award shines a spotlight on the incredible work taking place in communities across the country. By celebrating the best in local innovation, civic engagement and cross-sector collaboration, the All-America City Award remind us of the potential within every community to tackle tough issues and create real change.
Financial Information: The City greatly appreciates the sponsors that helped support the team: Sansone Group, Mattamy Homes, GL Homes and the Children’s Services Council of St. Lucie County as well as our partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County.
Special Consideration: Representatives recommended for appointment to the Port St. Lucie Youth Council, also on the agenda for July 10, will be present for this item.
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Attachments: 1. All-America City Award PowerPoint Presentation
NOTE: All of the listed items in the “Attachment” section above are in the custody of the City Clerk. Any item(s) not provided in City Council packets are available upon request from the City Clerk.
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