PORT ST. LUCIE — Pioneer Park and the Port District in Port St. Lucie have been named the winner of the 12th Annual Great Places in Florida People’s Choice Award, the Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association announced.
The award honors public spaces that strengthen community ties. This year’s theme, “Great Places That Ground Us,” highlighted locations that reflect cultural memory, storytelling and a sense of belonging.
Pioneer Park and the Port District received the most votes in the statewide competition. Other finalists included Palm City Place & Patio and Mayors Park at Freedom Lake in Pinellas Park…