During a recent council meeting in Port St. Lucie, Florida, city officials unanimously approved a resolution declaring a state of emergency. This decision allows for the implementation of a curfew and the exercise of emergency powers, which are essential for the city to access Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds in the event of a disaster.

Mayor Martin clarified that the declaration is a standard procedure, even though a state of emergency has already been declared by the governor. The council emphasized the importance of this measure to ensure the city is prepared for any potential emergencies.

Following the resolution, the council moved to a presentation by Shane Marajal, indicating that further discussions on emergency preparedness and response strategies would follow. The meeting concluded without public comments, as no residents chose to address the council on non-agenda items.