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…

Annual Cardboard Boat Challenge Sets Sail on Lake Hollingsworth Saturday

Get ready for a day of creativity, teamwork, and a little friendly competition as the annual…

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 of Lakeland to Host 46th Annual Swan Roundup | October 6-7, 2026

On Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 7 a.m., the City of Lakeland will kick off the…

Where Lakeland Red-Light Camera Fines Actually Go

While total gross collections from red-light camera citations in Lakeland run into the millions annually, the…

Lakeland to Vote on $872M FY27 Budget – Final Vote Sept. 24

The Lakeland City Commission is set to cast its final vote on the proposed $872 million…

Pollution Notice

Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…

Question for our fellow Polk County residents

How many of you live outside the City of Lakeland but receive your electric service from…

Update: Lakeland Auto Shop Calls for City Help After Severe Flooding

 A Lakeland auto body shop is asking the city for help with nearby infrastructure after being…

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…

Beware of today’s #Scams

Lakeland Electric has had an increased reporting of scam calls today. If you get a call…