Page 13 - Palm City Spotlight - November '21

Palm City Spotlight, Page 13

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president’s Message

Though we should be in such a terrific community and being active in the Palm We also had the second annual Veterans Memorial
doing it much more often, City Chamber of Commerce has allowed me to see all the Bridge 5K, which allows us all to say a very, very special
November is the month we incredible business leaders we have here. Though I have thank you to all of those men and women that have served
often slow down and think many, many more Chamber members I want to meet and this great country of ours over the years. Moving forward,
about what we are thankful talk with, the new relationships I have developed over these be on the lookout for information on the Holiday Village
for. For me, number one on past few months will last long after my Presidency ends. celebration at Town Center on Mapp Road. The event is
the list is always this easiest: As we get closer to the end of the year, your Chamber scheduled for December 1 and will be a fun way to kick
I am so very thankful for of Commerce is as active as ever. In October we held the off the holiday season.
my wonderful wife and two first annual Boos and Brews event at Charlie Leighton Thank you for all that you have done as part of the Palm
incredible children. I am Park. Thank you for all who attended (and a special thanks City Chamber of Commerce. We are your community
fortunate to be a part of such a loving and caring family. to those that also dressed up). Our very own Speak Life Chamber and would not be here without your support
I am also very thankful to have the opportunity to serve End Bullying nonprofit (located right here in Palm City) and involvement.
as the President of the Palm City Chamber of Commerce. had a sneak peek viewing of its new anti-bullying video, tyson J. waters
Working with Missi, Nikki and the Board of Directors on which allowed Martin County residents the opportunity President, Palm City Chamber of Commerce
an almost daily basis has been a wonderful experience. As to get a first look at the new movie they produced, which Fox McCluskey Bush Robison, PLLC
President, I have attended more events than ever and realize will soon be released nationwide. If you do not know
what a great membership we have in this Chamber. We live about Speak Life End Bullying and its campaign, please
visit their website. They do, and will continue to, make
such an impactful difference on our youth. We should all
be thankful for their efforts.
November News

Palm City currently has
many projects happening to
improve the quality of life
for our residents. The Palm
City Chamber of Commerce
is working with art students
at Martin County High
School to create a special
mural on the east wall of
the Palm City Post Office. The path around the lake at
the Town Center at Mapp Road is being completed with
some surprises to come.
The Ripple project is under way working to reconnect
the Old Palm City neighborhood with the St. Lucie River.
It is called “Ripple… as a drop of water becomes a river.”
This is happening at three distinct sites along SW 28th and
29th Streets. The main objective is to hold and provide
treatment for the runoff water from this area. This will
improve the water quality by reducing the nutrient loads
of phosphorus and nitrogen.
Ripple includes connected bioswales, rock sculptures,
walking trails, and gazebos to be used by residents and
visitors to our area. Students waiting for their school bus
may also enjoy the ability to get out of the sun or rain and
duck into a shelter. Over 11,000 native plantings accent
the shell rock walking paths.
I had the opportunity to tour the project at the end of
August and was impressed to hear that Ripple is receiving
grant funding from the National Endowment for the
Arts. It is one of only a handful of projects nationwide
to receive this prestigious financial award. The Ripple
project is a unique combination of stormwater treatment,
artistic elements, and community engagement.
I believe that this is a wonderful way to improve
our water quality with the added bonus of artistic
and educational features. There are QR codes along
the walking path with interpretive message panels. A
wonderful way to spend the evening or early morning
walking and learning along the fabulous waterway in
Palm City.
Palm City is very fortunate to have this amazing project
come to fruition. I love hearing neighbors talking about
seeing young people fishing and locals strolling along the
paths. As our weather gets cooler, take the time to enjoy
Ripple.

Missi campbell
Executive Director
Palm City Chamber of Commerce