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The LAKELAND POLICE EXPLORERS TO HOLD AUCTION ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 30th

WALT DISNEY’S TIGGER AND MAYOR BUDDY FLETCHER WILL PLANT A TREE FOR COMMON GROUND

LAKELAND DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ELECTION - TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7th

ROAD IMPROVEMENTS BEGIN FOR SOUTH FLORIDA AVENUE

The following City of Lakeland parks will be closed Monday, September 1, 2008 for the Labor Day holiday: Lake Parker, Lake Bonny, Peterson, Westside and Southwest Parks. All facilities will re-open Tuesday, September 2, 2008.

Lakeland Electric to Close Downtown Payment Office
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Lakeland Electric’s downtown payment office located at 501 East Lemon Street will permanently close effective October 1, 2008. The City of Lakeland Utility Committee recently voted 11-3 to follow staff recommendations to close the downtown payment lobby and drive thru.

Recent News and Videos
Congratulations to the 2008 Lakeland Citizens Academy Graduating Class!
SYLVESTER ROAD WILL BE CLOSED TO THROUGH TRAFFIC DURING RESURFACING PROJECT
MOSSWOOD ROAD WILL CLOSE FOR STORM WATER PROJECT
CITY OF LAKELAND TO START PHASE II OF THE LIME STREET TWO-WAY CONVERSION PROJECT
PARK CLOSINGS ANNOUNCED
LAKELAND ELECTRIC TO IMPLEMENT FUEL INCREASE
PUBLIC WORKS WILL RECONSTRUCT TWO STORM WATER INLETS ON OPPITZ LANE AND HENDERSON CIRCLE
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Recent Videos
Lakeland Electric Shares Conservation Tips and Lightbulbs at Farmers Market
The Lakeland Police Department Teaches the Importance of Gun Safety!
Get Involved in Your Local Government
Protect Yourself Against Auto Burglaries

FY 2007 Annual Report

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The Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Fiscal Year 2007 Annual Report covers all activities for the period October 1, 2006 to September 30, 2007. The report includes a complete financial statement of the Redevelopment Agency’s assets, liabilities, income and operating expenses, amount of tax increment funds collected and a record of Redevelopment Agency activities for the fiscal year. (Large file 4.07MB)

Are You Prepared for Storm Season?
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June 1st through November 30th is Florida’s official hurricane season. Now is the time to make sure you are prepared. For further information on hurricane preparedness and flood prevention click the link above.

Housing Rehabilitation Assistance
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The City of Lakeland Neighborhood Services Division Housing Section is offering housing rehabilitation of single-family, owner-occupied homes within the City limits of Lakeland. Households must be low to moderate-income and must meet program guidelines. An informational workshop was recently held to explain the application process and program guidelines.Watch the Workshop Video

2008 Lakeland Demographic Guide
Find out more information about the City of Lakeland with our new demographic guide. Inside you will find details about Lakeland’s construction & development, education, wages & income, workforce development and much more.
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Who should you contact when you need help?
Check our new City Services Directory organized in alphabetical order by keyword. Click on the letter of the alphabet that corresponds to the first letter in your keyword.
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City of Lakeland Speaker's Bureau
Let the City of Lakeland Speakers Bureau bring information about City government, services, and events to your organization, club, or school. More Information

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