In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statute, persons with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this proceeding, or those requiring language assistance (free of charge) should contact the City of Lakeland ADA Specialist. Because providing a reasonable accommodation may require outside assistance, the City asks that any request be made with as much notice as possible; preferably five (5) business days, but no less than two (2) business days, in advance of the event, at: (863) 834-8444, Email: ADASpecialist@lakelandgov.net. If Deaf or Hard of Hearing, please contact the TDD numbers: Local – (863) 834-8333 or 1-(800) 955-8771 (TDD – Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) or the Florida Relay Service number: 1-(800) 955-8770 (VOICE), for assistance.