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33-715: Ocean Breeze may refer to: Places [ edit ] Ocean Breeze, Florida Ocean Breeze , neighborhood in South Beach, Staten Island , New York Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex , an indoor track and field facility in Staten Island , New York Ocean Breeze Water Park , a water park in Virginia Beach , Virginia Ships [ edit ] SS  Southern Cross  (1955) , an ocean liner built in 1955, formerly named OceanBreeze . Ocean Breeze  (yacht) ,

66-726: A tropical rainforest climate (Af), with hot, humid summers and warm, drier winters. Stuart has a noticeably seasonal precipitation pattern, with summer being the wettest season and winter being the driest. Summers feature hot temperatures and frequent thunderstorms. Average highs during summer range from 88 to 91 °F (31 to 33 °C). On average, there are 81 days of 90+ °F highs annually, with an average annual mean maximum of 96.4 °F (35.8 °C). Late summer brings an increased threat of tropical storms and hurricanes, though landfalls are rare. Several major hurricanes have impacted Stuart since 1900, with Hurricane David in 1979 and hurricanes Frances and Jeanne causing moderate damage to

99-474: A female householder with no husband present, and 52.6% are non-families. 46.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 26.1% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.88 and the average family size was 2.60. In 2000, in the city the population was spread out with 14.5% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 32.9% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age

132-477: A female householder with no husband present, and 67.8% were non-families. 63.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 43.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.38 and the average family size was 2.05. In 2000, in the town, the population was spread out, with 0.2% under the age of 18, 0.4% from 18 to 24, 5.4% from 25 to 44, 27.4% from 45 to 64, and 66.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age

165-465: A luxury yacht formerly owned by Saddam Hussein See also [ edit ] Sea breeze Sea Breeze (disambiguation) Bay breeze (disambiguation) Ocean (disambiguation) Breeze (disambiguation) Topics referred to by the same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Ocean Breeze . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change

198-470: A sandbar off the coast as a lure to unsuspecting prey, chased and caught the Mexican , a U.S. merchant ship. Although he attempted to burn the ship and kill the crew, they survived to report the incident, ultimately resulting in the capture and execution of Gilbert and his crew. The bar from which he lured his intended booty is named "Gilbert's Bar" on nautical charts. The Treasure Coast area that became Stuart

231-545: Is 17,425 according to the 2020 U.S. census . Stuart is the 126th largest city in Florida based on official 2019 estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau. It is part of the Port St. Lucie, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area . Stuart is frequently cited as one of the best small towns to visit in the U.S., in large part because of its proximity to the St. Lucie River , Indian River Lagoon , and

264-402: Is 88, on a relative scale where the U.S. average is represented by 100. As of the census of 2000, there were 14,633 people, 7,220 households, and 3,422 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,320 people per square mile (900 people/km ). There were 8,777 housing units at an average density of 1,392 units per square mile (537 units/km ). The racial makeup of the city

297-593: Is a town on the Indian River in Martin County , Florida , United States. Ocean Breeze and Briny Breezes in Palm Beach County are the only two towns in Florida in which all residents live in a mobile home park bearing the name of the town. The population was 301 at the 2020 census. The population figures do not include the many part-time winter residents from other places. The town is bordered on three sides by

330-536: Is administered by the Martin County School District . Witham Field is a public-use airport located one mile southeast of the central business district owned by Martin County. US 1 passes northwest–southeast through Stuart. The coastal route A1A heads east from Stuart towards Hutchinson Island , and the road heads southeast out of Stuart. SR 76 heads south from the city, and SR 714 heads west from

363-467: Is served by the Jensen Beach post office. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 301 people, 147 households, and 86 families residing in the town. As of the 2010 United States census , there were 355 people, 305 households, and 66 families residing in the town. As of the census of 2000, there were 463 people, 335 households, and 107 families residing in the town. The population density

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396-552: Is still used by the city. From 1871 to 2005, 19 hurricanes passed through Stuart, including Isbell (1964), Frances (2004), Jeanne (2004), and Wilma (2005). According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 8.5 square miles (22 km ), of which 6.3 square miles (16 km ) is land and 2.2 square miles (5.7 km ) is water. According to the Köppen climate classification , Stuart has

429-679: The Illinois Central Railroad 's City of Miami and the Louisville & Nashville Railroad 's South Wind both heading from Chicago; and they included the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad 's East Coast Champion , the Havana Special, and the winter-only Florida Special originating from New York. In 2023, Brightline , an inter-city rail route that currently runs between Miami and Orlando , announced that it

462-433: The United States Census Bureau , the town has a total area of 0.2 square miles (0.52 km ), of which 0.04 square miles (0.10 km ), or 21.05%, are water. The town of Ocean Breeze is bounded on the east by the Indian River and on the south, west and north by the unincorporated community of Jensen Beach . The town consists of three sections: All roads within the town are private, connecting to CR 707 . The town

495-495: The unincorporated community of Jensen Beach . Ocean Breeze is part of the Port St. Lucie Metropolitan Statistical Area , which includes all of Martin and St. Lucie counties. Ocean Breeze Trailer Park was established in 1938 north of Stuart, Florida , by Harry Hoke. The Ocean Breeze Park town government was formed in 1960 when 142 property owners in Ocean Breeze Trailer Park voted to incorporate. Harry Hoke

528-479: The Atlantic Ocean. In the 18th century, several Spanish galleons were shipwrecked in the Martin County area of Florida's Treasure Coast . The multiple wrecks were reportedly the result of a hurricane, and the ships were carrying unknown quantities of gold and silver. Some of this treasure has since been recovered, and its presence resulted in the region's name. In 1832, pirate Pedro Gilbert , who often used

561-498: The area in 2004. Winter brings much cooler and drier air. Average highs during winter range from 74 to 78 °F (23 to 26 °C), though occasional strong cold fronts bring brief rainfall followed by cooler temperatures, with highs in the 50s °F for a few days each winter. Most winters are frost-free, with an annual mean minimum temperature of 37.6 °F (3.1 °C). As of the 2020 United States census , there were 17,425 people, 7,286 households, and 3,776 families residing in

594-461: The city. As of the 2010 United States census , there were 15,593 people, 7,182 households, and 3,470 families residing in the city. In 2010, the median income for a household in the city was $ 35,954, and the median income for a family was $ 47,736. Males had a median income of $ 29,151 versus $ 23,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 25,020. As of 2010, the cost of living in Stuart

627-536: The city. Local bus service is provided by Martin County Public Transit (MARTY). Stuart also operates a free courtesy tram throughout downtown. Stuart has a yacht club and several marinas serving private crafts of various sizes. Until 1968 the Florida East Coast Railway operated Jacksonville to Miami service, with a station stop in Stuart. Until 1963 long-distance passenger trains included

660-411: The land that would become downtown Stuart. Henry Flagler 's Florida East Coast Railway connected the area to Daytona Beach in 1892 and Miami in 1896. Potsdam was renamed Stuart in 1895, in honor of Homer Hine (Jack) Stuart Jr., a local landowner who owned 160 acres around the railway station. Rue, Luckhardt, Krueger, Crary, and Armellinis were some of the prominent settler families. When Stuart

693-421: The link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ocean_Breeze&oldid=1220917191 " Category : Disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Ocean Breeze, Florida Ocean Breeze , formerly Ocean Breeze Park ,

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726-605: The other being in Indiantown . Various businesses cater to tourists, such as fishing charters, boating charters, sailing, cruises, SCUBA and snorkeling, and nature tours. According to the city's 2011 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the top employers in the Stuart area are: Notable historic properties in downtown in range from the early 1880s to 1940s, representing a mix of Beaux-Arts , colonial revival , Spanish mediterranean, Art Deco , frame vernacular, masonry vernacular architecture styles. Public education in Stuart

759-500: The population were below the poverty line , including none of those under age 18 and 12.7% of those age 65 or over. [REDACTED] Media related to Ocean Breeze Park, Florida at Wikimedia Commons Stuart, Florida Stuart is a city in and the county seat of Martin County, Florida , United States. Located in southeastern Florida, Stuart is the largest of five incorporated municipalities in Martin County. The population

792-447: The poverty line, including 17.5% of those under age 18 and 9.1% of those age 65 or over. As of the census of 2020, there were 17,434 people, 7,852 households, with 2.18 persons per household. The median household income was $ 61,878. The per capita household income was $ 41,029. 13.9% of the population was reported to have been living below the poverty line. Stuart hosts one of the two Florida Department of Health offices in Martin County,

825-484: Was 2,706.5 inhabitants per square mile (1,045.0/km ). There were 579 housing units at an average density of 3,384.6 per square mile (1,306.8/km ). The racial makeup of the town was 98.49% White , 1.08% African American , and 0.43% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.08% of the population. In 2000, there were 335 households, out of which 0.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 26.9% were married couples living together, 4.8% had

858-413: Was 48 years. For every 100 females there were 87.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.4 males. In 2000, the median income for a household in the city was $ 30,574, and the median income for a family was $ 40,701. Males had a median income of $ 29,151 versus $ 23,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 21,139. About 7.8% of families and 11.2% of the population were below

891-440: Was 70 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.3 males. In 2000, the median income for a household in the town was $ 15,709, and the median income for a family was $ 27,813. Males had a median income of $ 17,083 versus $ 25,208 for females. The per capita income for the town was $ 19,802, which ranks it 418 out of 887 towns in Florida. About 14.6% of families and 15.3% of

924-400: Was 83.30% White , 12.33% African American , 0.26% Native American , 0.66% Asian , 0.03% Pacific Islander , 1.97% from other races , and 1.46% from two or more races. 6.29% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. In 2000, there were 7,220 households out of which 15.0% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 34.7% are married couples living together, 9.7% have

957-544: Was elected as the town's first mayor. Evans Crary Sr., who guided the Town of Ocean Breeze Park through the legal procedure of incorporation, was appointed town attorney. At the time of its incorporation, the 65-acre park was said to be the largest privately owned trailer park in the United States. By referendum held December 18, 2013, it changed its name to the " Town of Ocean Breeze ". Dorothy Geeben , mayor from 2001 to 2010,

990-510: Was first settled by non-Native Americans in 1870. In 1875, a United States Lifesaving Station was established on Hutchinson Island , near Stuart. Today, the station is known as Gilbert's Bar House of Refuge and is on the National Register of Historic Places . From 1893 to 1895, the area was called Potsdam. This name was chosen by Otto Stypmann, a local landowner originally from Potsdam , Germany. Stypmann, with his brother Ernest, owned

1023-507: Was incorporated as a town in 1914, it was located in Palm Beach County . In 1925, Stuart was chartered as a city and named the county seat of the newly created Martin County. The City of Stuart formally adopted the slogan Sailfish Capital of the World in 1957, following pressure from the Stuart Chamber of Commerce, owing to the many sailfish found in the ocean off Martin County. The slogan

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1056-649: Was looking for sites for a new station on the Treasure Coast . On March 4, 2024, Brightline officially announced that an infill station on the Treasure Coast would be built in Stuart and begin service by 2026. Brightline trains cross the St. Lucie River on the Florida East Coast Railroad Bridge. Close coordination between rail and water traffic is necessary at this bascule bridge . In 1973,

1089-428: Was re-elected in 2004 at age 96, and was identified as the United States' oldest mayor. Mayor Geeben died on January 11, 2010, at the age of 101 just short of her 102nd birthday. The current mayor is Karen M. Ostrand (2016–present). Ocean Breeze is in northeastern Martin County, 5 miles (8 km) by road northeast of Stuart , the county seat , and 15 miles (24 km) south-southeast of Fort Pierce . According to

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