The power of connection: How community-driven programs unite cities with its residents

About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of civic engagement and features community-driven programs in Port St. Lucie.

The essence of civic engagement is connecting a city with its residents. On this episode of PSL On The Mic, we sit down with Makenzie Spittler, Communications' assistant manager for engagement and budget, who shares with us the story behind two recently launched community-driven programs that have already made lasting impacts in Port St. Lucie. The first initiative is the Flag Retirement Box Program, born from a resident's idea to make it easier to properly retire worn or tattered U.S. fla...

People in this episode

Guest: Makenzie Spittler

Topics covered

• civic engagement
• community programs
• resident connection
• local initiatives
• Port St. Lucie

Keywords

• civic engagement
• community programs
• Port St. Lucie
• Flag Retirement Box Program
• resident involvement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: City Of Port St. Lucie

Products: Flag Retirement Box Program

Places: Port St. Lucie

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