The Tradition Community Association in Port St. Lucie has approved a controversial new rule prohibiting firearms and other weapons in all common areas, creating debate among residents and drawing sharp criticism from a local elected official who vows to fight the policy.
New Rule Covers All Common Areas in Tradition
The firearm ban applies to everyone within the community’s boundaries, including residents with valid concealed carry permits, according to the Tradition Community Association. The prohibited areas include the Town Hall, Tradition Square, gazebo, splash pad, tot lot, dog park, parks, trails and stormwater areas throughout the Port St. Lucie development. The only exceptions to the regulation are private rights-of-way and sidewalks, vehicles and law enforcement…