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YOU'RE INVITED — CIRCLE OF HONOR DEDICATION
May 22, 2026 | 10 a.m. | City Center Campus, 4970 City Hall Blvd.

Join us for the dedication of the Circle of Honor, a meaningful space created to recognize U.S. Veterans and active-duty service members from all branches of the military and honor a legacy of service across generations. 

This ceremony marks the completion of a place that recognizes the bravery, sacrifice and service of those who serve our country, officially opening a lasting tribute in the heart of our community.

On March 23, 2021, Resolution 2021-R-17 was adopted by City Commission establishing the Veterans Park Advisory Committee to make recommendations regarding the new Veterans Park at North Port City Center. During the June 28, 2022 City Commission Regular meeting, approval was provided to name the site Circle of Honor based on submissions provided by the Veterans Park Advisory Committee. The current Capital Improvement Program includes project #P21VET funded with $1.85M from Parks and Recreation Impact Fees to support design and construction of the site which will honor Veterans of all U.S. Military forces, past, present and future. 

Location

The Circle of Honor will be located within the North Port City Center Complex.

Design Concept 

Tribute Program at the Circle of Honor

Through donations of monument features, individuals can honor the dedication and sacrifice of active-duty U.S. military and veterans, ensuring their legacy is preserved in a space of dignity and remembrance. Please complete the online application to apply for the Tribute Program at the Circle of Honor.  Orders must be received no later than Feb. 28, 2026 to be included in the first installation. 

Pavers - $100

Memorial brick pavers are a powerful way to honor service members and veterans. Measuring approximately 3”x8”, each paver can be engraved and personalized using a preselected message. Donation period commences upon opening and lasts 10 years.

Medallion - Coming Soon!

Celebrate the courage and commitment of a U.S. veteran or active-duty service member with a customized plaques associated with branch-specific military medallion. Each medallion will have a limited number of plaques under it to be engraved with the name of the honored individual and proudly reflect their service in one of the six branches of the U.S. Armed Forces.

If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Kimberly Lencki, Community Partnership & Engagement Manager, at 941-429-7143 or email KLencki@NorthPortFL.gov to discuss.

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Project: P24LTC

This project is for design and construction of a multi-use trail connecting the Legacy Trail Extension/North Port Connector at Price Boulevard and Calera Street to Warm Mineral Springs Park, continuing into the park and ending at a new trailhead.

For information on the Warm Mineral Springs building renovations, please the Warm Mineral Springs Park page, under "Latest News."

The City of North Port’s park system received significant damage as a result of Hurricane Ian. There were over 30 separate work assignments that were identified by the City’s insurance adjuster and FEMA inspector’s damage assessments. They have been awarded to address needed repairs and replacements across all City parks and facilities. Work assignments are issued as part of a competitive bid process that secured qualified contractors for the City. These work assignments are strategically grouped by locations, and were awarded to multiple contractors, who are thoroughly assessing conditions and providing guaranteed maximum price (GMP) proposals for each work assignment. Once the City receives and reviews the GMP, funding for the repairs or replacements must be identified and a budget amendment requested through the City’s Finance Department and presented for City Commission approval. Upon securing the necessary funding, the City then prepares a contract amendment that requires review and approval of the City Attorney’s office and then is presented for City Commission final approval. After the contract amendment is approved, the repairs or replacements are then scheduled for completion. While this is a lengthy process, all steps are necessary to ensure the City is in a position to receive maximum reimbursement through insurance and FEMA.