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Why South Florida Avenue’s Road Diet Rebuild Will Take Years Longer Than Expected
The permanent rebuild of the South Florida Avenue (SR 37) road diet corridor between Ariana Street…
Rose Street Storm Sewer Installation with Westbound Lane Closure
Beginning Monday, October 12, City of Lakeland crews will begin installing a new storm sewer system…
Lakeland Approves $21.9M Police Tech Deal With Axon
The Lakeland City Commission approved a major $21.9 million, 10-year contract expansion with Axon Enterprise for…
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse Appoints Longtime Team Member Deidra Joseph as Interim Finance Director
Today, Lakeland City Manager Shawn Sherrouse announced the appointment of Deidra Joseph as Interim Finance Director…
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse Officially Appoints Adam Lunn as Director of Lakeland International Airport
Lakeland City Manager Shawn Sherrouse is pleased to announce the official appointment of Adam Lunn, C.M.,…
Lakeland City Commission unanimously approved an $872.4 million budget
The Lakeland City Commission unanimously approved a $872.4 million net budget for Fiscal Year 2027 (beginning…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
City Receives Funding for Stormwater Planning
Commissioners also approved a $400,000 stormwater master planning project. The project will receive $300,000 in federal…
Lakeland to Vote on Property Tax Rate Amid Amendment 3 Threat
The Lakeland City Commission is set to formally consider maintaining the city’s current property tax (millage)…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
Lakeland Linder Airport Expansion: New Gates & Routes
The expansion at Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) marks a major shift, positioning it as a…
Question for our fellow Polk County residents
How many of you live outside the City of Lakeland but receive your electric service from…
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse Appoints Scott Bishop as Interim General Manager of Lakeland Electric
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse is pleased to appoint Mr. Scott Bishop as Interim General Manager of Lakeland Electric, citing…
Lakeland’s budget plan: Raises, new tech, slightly higher tax bills
How will Lakeland's new budget affect your wallet? Discover how flat tax rates, rising property values,…
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse Appoints Joseph “Joe” Costine as Water Utilities Director
Lakeland City Manager Shawn Sherrouse is pleased to announce the appointment of Joseph “Joe” Costine as Water Utilities Director, effective Monday,…
The City of Lakeland is beginning construction on an important environmental initiative at Lake Morton
If you plan on driving or traveling through the area this week, here is what you…
First public hearing on proposed large-scale data center moratorium scheduled for Monday in Lakeland
Yes, tomorrow at 9:00 a.m., the Lakeland City Commission will hold its first official public hearing…
Lakeland International Airport will install parking kiosks at the airport’s economy lot
The City of Lakeland issued a request for proposals (RFP-2026-051) to design and construct entrance modifications…
Public Notice: Emergency Utility Repair on Lakeland Highlands Road
The City of Lakeland Water Utilities Department has begun emergency repair work on a suspected leak…
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse Appoints Adam Lunn as Interim Director of Lakeland Linder International Airport
Lakeland City Manager Shawn Sherrouse is pleased to announce the appointment of Adam Lunn, C.M., ACE, as…
Lakeland City Commission to Decide on Moving Forward with A 12 Month Large-Scale Data Center Moratorium Ordinance During Monday, June 15 Commission Meeting
On Friday, June 12, 2026, City of Lakeland Commissioners Madden, LaLonde, Troutman, and Coney signal approval…
The Lakeland Police Department (LPD) has proposed a major technology overhaul, a 10-year, $21.3 million proposal
The Lakeland Police Department (LPD) has proposed a major technology overhaul that would expand its contract…
Exclusive: Lakeland International Airport Director has left for a new job
Kris Hallstrand has left the Lakeland International Airport Director job to work for Sun ‘N Fun
Lakeland Youth Council to Shift Focus to Eighth Graders
The Lakeland City Commission recently voted unanimously to revamp the Lakeland Youth Council as it enters…
Lakeland Electric launches new tool to report streetlight outages
Lakeland Electric has indeed introduced a more streamlined way to handle this. They recently launched an…
Public Notice Section of Lake Hollingsworth Dr. to be resurfaced
WHO: Contractors on behalf of the City of Lakeland WHAT: City of Lakeland roadway resurfacing and…
City of Lakeland Responds to Temporary Water Pressure Fluctuation
Today at 9:18 a.m., the City of Lakeland’s Water Utilities Department experienced a temporary fluctuation in water pressure…
Lakeland is teeing up to welcome the future stars of the LPGA!
City of Lakeland staff are already preparing for an exciting weekend as the Orlando Health Championship…
Commerce Point Dr. to be Closed for One-Day Road Repair
A section of Commerce Point Dr will be closed on March 10, 2026, for a needed…
New AI Customer Service Agent for Lakeland Electric
That is correct! On March 2, 2026, the Lakeland City Commissioners unanimously approved a five-year agreement…
2026 Polar Plunge Photos
By Guy LaLonde Jr. Had an absolute blast this morning at Simpson Park for the 2026…
Plantae-Palooza Photos
By the City of Lakeland What a great day at the 5th Annual Plantae-Palooza at Hollis…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
Invoice Scam Warning
Recently, the Community and Economic Development Department became aware of a new scam after our customers…
This month, the LPD recognizes and honors the first 4 African American Officers
This month, the LPD recognizes and honors the first 4 African American Officers. Within our department,…
LAKE BONNET DRAINAGE BASIN HAZARD MITIGATION PROJECT
The City of Lakeland is informing the public about a proposed activity in a floodplain and…
Happy Birthday LAPD K-9 Summit
K-9 Summit is officially 6 years old today… which in K-9 years means he’s a seasoned…