About

The Community Redevelopment Area Plan for Old Palm City was adopted in April 2002. The Vision for the Old Palm City CRA includes the following seven (7) components:

  1. Retrofit Mapp Road;
  2. Enhanced Neighborhood Streets, Sidewalks and Bikeways;
  3. Old Palm City Greenway;
  4. Develop Gateways, Signs and Historic Markers;
  5. Lead the Design of the Indian Street Bridge, 36th Street and CR 714 Corridor;
  6. Reconnect the Neighborhoods North of Martin Downs Blvd.
  7. and Upgrade Infrastructure.

The Old Palm City Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) meets regularly at the Palm City Community Center on Cornell Avenue and provides advice and recommendations to the Community Redevelopment Agency regarding the implementation of projects adopted within the Old Palm City CRA Plan.

Completed Projects

This long-anticipated "Complete Streets" project, a 2022 Florida Redevelopment Agency (FRA) Capital Projects/Infrastructure Award winner, showcases generous sidewalks, lush landscaping, decorative street lights, new bike lanes, curb and gutter drainage, and on-street parking. Mapp Road Town Center is now a beautiful, well-connected corridor that not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also ensures the safety of vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians. It checks many redevelopment boxes: new medians and crosswalks for pedestrian safety and traffic calming, infrastructure improvements to support future parcel development, placemaking for community pride and walkability, and economic growth for commercial and residential endeavors.

Led by environmental artist Lucy Keshavarz, the Ripple Stormwater Eco-Art Project is a stunning fusion of creativity and eco-innovation. Reconnecting the Old Palm City neighborhood with the St. Lucie River at four distinct sites along SW 28th and 29th Streets, this project is born from vibrant community engagement and is part of only a handful of projects across the country to receive grant funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Ripple uses attractive landscaping and green infrastructure, as well as public art, to reflect the community and environment. Transforming 2.36 acres into a mesmerizing trail with interactive art, educational installations, and cutting-edge stormwater improvements, Ripple showcases how art and nature unite to enhance water quality and flood management. The project transforms the stormwater treatment area into an aesthetically pleasing public space, poised to become an integral part of community life.

The Patio at Palm City Place marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to revitalize and enrich the Palm City community. Designed as a multifunctional outdoor space, it will host community events, concerts, and pop-up markets, serving as a central hub where residents can gather, connect, and experience various entertainment offerings. The space also encourages outdoor enjoyment with scenic walking paths, a newly constructed fishing pier extending into the nearby stormwater treatment areas, and green zones for recreation. For those seeking some friendly competition, The Patio also features concrete ping pong tables, cornhole sets, and picnic tables equipped with chess and checkers boards. With so many options, residents have plenty of ways to enjoy the fresh air and the area's natural beauty!