St. Lucie County has proclaimed the week of May 17 through May 23, 2026 as “National Public Works Week.” County Commissioners adopted the resolution during their Regular Meeting on May 19.

Public Works Director Patrick Dayan, Assistant Director Christopher Lestrange, and County Engineer Dan Zrallack attended the meeting. Dayan thanked the Board on behalf of the 101 professionals across the Engineering, Road and Bridge, Admin, and Water Quality divisions.

“We’re very proud to have your trust, your belief, and your support as we continue to have just a ton of fun carrying out the projects that we do and helping the lives of our citizens every day,” Dayan said to the Board.

To the men and women of Public Works, he adds:

“Take pride in what you do.  Your efforts make a difference in the daily lives of our residents and visitors by keeping the road, drainage and safety infrastructure properly functioning. Thank you for your dedication and service to make St. Lucie County a better place to live.”

A copy of the proclamation that was read at the May 19 meeting is below.

RESOLUTION NO. 26-074

A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF MAY 17 - 23, 2026 AS “NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK” IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA

WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has following determinations:

1. Public Works infrastructure and services could not be provided without the dedicated service of the County's Public Works professionals; these professionals include maintenance workers, equipment operators, engineers, support staff, and employees at all managerial levels.
2. Public Works personnel work to rehabilitate, improve, and maintain the County's transportation network and stormwater infrastructure. It is important for leaders, workers, and citizens in our County to understand and maintain interest in the importance of Public Works and the various Public Works programs throughout St. Lucie County.
3. The Public Works staff in St. Lucie County are qualified and talented individuals who come together to create a team of dedicated professionals that fulfill first responder duties during natural disasters and other emergencies. It is important to remember the value their work has to the community.
4. The Public Works staff in St. Lucie County are vital to managing and executing projects funded by the 2018 voter-approved Half-Cent Infrastructure Sales Tax Initiative, which is improving roads, building more sidewalks, and supporting water quality projects in the community.
5. 2026 marks the 66th annual National Public Works Week sponsored by the American Public Works Association. The association wishes to recognize public works employees for their substantial contributions to our daily health, safety, and comfort.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida does hereby proclaim the week of May 17 - 23, 2026 as “National Public Works Week” in St. Lucie County, Florida and encourages all citizens to support public works activities this week and throughout the year.