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Projects Currently in Progress

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  • Belvedere Street Brick Restoration Project

    On June 12, 2023, City of Lakeland crews will begin removing asphalt from Belvedere Street between Lake Hollingsworth Drive and South Florida Avenue to restore the brick street. Motorists and pedestrians can expect delays and should use alternate routes when available. This project is expected to take approximately 4 months to complete.  

    Contact Chris Sadler, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3309 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

  • County Line Road at US 92 Improvements

    This project will increase the capacity of the intersection of County Line Road and US 92 by adding a northbound right turn lane and adding pavement for a future second northbound left turn lane. The full median opening at County Line Road and Old Tampa Highway will also be closed making Old Tampa Highway a right-in-right-out connection.

    The City’s engineering consultant, DRMP, has completed construction plans. The Lakeland City Commission has awarded a $1,570,500 construction contract to Cobb Site Development, Inc., whose office is located in Wauchula, FL.  Construction began September 6, 2021.  The project is 95% complete.  The contractor will resume work on Monday, April 3, 2023.  Completion is scheduled for May 1, 2023.

    The project contact is Mr. Greg James, Project Manager, via email or telephone at 863.834.8440.  You may also follow the City of Lakeland Public Works Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/lakdlandgov where project-related information on this and other projects will be posted periodically.

       US 92 and County Line Road Improvements

  • Drane Field Road Roundabout

    The construction for a new roundabout at the intersection of State Road 572 (Drane Field Road) and Don Emerson Drive is slated to start May 1, 2022.  The single lane roundabout is being constructed to accommodate the traffic demand at this intersection which serves as the primary access to the Lakeland Regional Airport and the Publix Super Markets corporate offices.  The completed project will include drainage, lighting, and landscape improvements within the scope of work.  

    Ryan Lazenby, Civil Engineer Manager for the City of Lakeland said, “The area around the airport continues to grow and we have been discussing this roundabout for some time. The City of Lakeland and our partners at the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) are eager to see the construction of this project move forward to meet the increasing demands of the roadway.  The roundabout will improve traffic operations, roadway safety, and will act as a gateway to the Lakeland Linder International Airport/Publix Super Markets corporate campus.”

    The roundabout project is located on the state highway system (SR 572) and FDOT is funding approximately $2.5 million for the construction through a Joint Participation Agreement with the City of Lakeland. The City of Lakeland is funding approximately $750,000 for design and Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) phases of the project. 

    The project does include a detailed Temporary Traffic Control Plan which will maintain the existing number of lanes on SR 572 (Drane Field Road) throughout the duration of construction. Construction is in anticipated to be completed in April 2023, but the completion date may be adjusted to allow for additional weather-related delays. 

    Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Jobin Abraham, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Lakeland at 863.834.6779.

    Drane Field Road Project Location  Drane Field Road Roundabout

  • Edgewater Beach Drive & Lake Parker Avenue Paving

    Starting Tuesday, May 30, 2023, a contractor working for the City, will start milling in preparation for re-paving Edgewater Beach Drive, Edgewater Drive, and Lake Parker Avenue (north of Memorial Blvd). The milling is expected to take up to three days to complete. Paving is scheduled to start on Tuesday June 6, 2023 and is expected to be complete in two days. Minor delays are to be expected, traffic control will be in place as well as flaggers to assist motorists. Door hanger notices will be distributed to residents prior to the start of the project.

    Contact Mike Slaton, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3316 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

  • Hollingsworth Hill Paving

    Starting Friday, June 2, 2023, a contractor working for the City will start milling Hollingsworth Hill Avenue in preparation for re-paving. The milling is expected to take one day. Paving is scheduled to start on Friday, June 9, 2023 and is expected to take one day as well.  Minor delays are to be expected, traffic control will be in place as well as flaggers to assist motorists. Door hanger notices will be distributed to residents prior to the start of the project.

    Contact Mike Slaton, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3316 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

  • Lake Hollingsworth Aquatic Plant Harvesting Project

    LAKELAND, FL (May 26, 2023) - The City of Lakeland’s Lakes & Stormwater Division will begin an Aquatic Plant Harvesting project in Lake Hollingsworth to reduce dense vegetation in portions of the lake.  The main objective of this project is to minimize the volume of invasive and nuisance aquatic plant species, promote plant diversity for habitat improvement, open drainage corridors for improved water flow, and enhance water quality through removal of aquatic plants.

    The first phase of the project will have staff focusing on the southern portion of the lake from Patten Heights Street to Crystal Lake Drive. The City has obtained all required permits through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission for removal of specific aquatic plant species and volume. The project involves utilizing the City’s specialized aquatic harvesting machinery and barges to cut and transport the vegetation to shore.  Harvested vegetation will be transported to a permitted facility for composting.  The cost of the project is estimated at $25,000 and is funded through the Stormwater Utility Fund.

    Throughout the project, Lakes and Stormwater staff will be utilizing the City operated parking lot on the south side of the lake, located at the intersection of Lake Hollingsworth Drive and Buckingham Avenue, resulting in the temporary closing of three trailer spaces. The project’s hours of operation will be Monday through Thursday 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. During hours of operation, construction equipment can be expected in the area, with equipment and vehicles periodically entering and leaving the site while also crossing the Lake Hollingworth recreation path.  The City will provide traffic control at the recreational pathway for the safety of pathway users throughout the project as needed.

    The Project is scheduled to begin June 5, 2023, and will be ongoing through August 2023.  

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    Contact Laurie Smith, Manager, at (863) 834-3300 with questions. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

  • Lake Hollingsworth Stormwater Treatment Retrofit Project

    LAKE HOLLINGSWORTH STORMWATER TREATMENT RETROFIT PROJECT

    LAKELAND, FL (May 18, 2023) - The City of Lakeland will begin construction to retrofit an existing stormwater pollution control device (PCD) located at the intersection of Lake Hollingsworth Drive and Palmola Street using innovative technology to enhance nutrient removal in stormwater discharges to Lake Hollingsworth. The City has obtained all required permits and will utilize funds appropriated for stormwater management and treatment within the Lake Hollingsworth drainage basin. 

    The project involves installing a 40’ x 12’ underground biosorption activated media (BAM) treatment unit that will be connected to the existing baffle box PCD. The baffle box PCD is designed to remove gross pollutants such as sediment, litter, and debris from stormwater flows, while the addition of the BAM unit will remove soluble nutrient pollutants from stormwater prior to discharging into Lake Hollingsworth.  Implementation of this project will enhance the City’s ongoing efforts to reduce pollutant loads in stormwater entering Lake Hollingsworth.  Lake Hollingsworth has a current State Total Maximum Daily Load mandate to reduce nutrient loads entering the lake.  

    The project is scheduled to begin June 6, 2023, and will be completed by Public Works Construction & Maintenance crews within a week from the construction start date.  Construction equipment can be expected in the area Lake Hollingsworth Drive and Palmola Street, with equipment and vehicles periodically entering and leaving the site while also crossing the Lake Hollingworth recreation path.  The City will provide traffic control at the recreational pathway for the safety of residents throughout the construction activities as needed.  The estimated cost to complete this project is $57,000, which is provided through the FY23 Stormwater Utility Capital Improvement Projects Fund.

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  • Lake Hunter Drive Stormwater, Sidewalk and Curb

    City of Lakeland crews will begin a stormwater collection system enhancement project on January 23, 2023 on Lake Hunter Drive from West Highland Street to South Lakeside Drive.  This project will include a new stormwater collection system, new sidewalk, and new curb along the roadway. This project will have daily road and pedestrian closures with detours. Motorists and pedestrians can expect delays and should use alternate routes when available. This project is expected to take approximately 6 months to complete. 

    Contact Chris Sadler, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3309 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

  • Park Street Brick Restoration

    City of Lakeland crews will begin on May 15, 2023 removing asphalt from Park Street between New York and South Florida Avenue to complete brick street restoration. Motorists and pedestrians can expect delays and should use alternate routes when available. This project is expected to take approximately two months to complete.

    Contact Chris Sadler, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3309 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

  • Road Maintenance for FY 2023

    A list of roads scheduled to be paved during the fiscal year is now available.  Paving Schedule

    Contact Troy Williams, Pavement Coordinator, at (863) 834-3315 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

  • Wedgewood Estates Blvd Area Curb Ramps and Crosswalks

    City of Lakeland crews will begin on May 8, 2023 installing ADA curb ramps, and cross walks along the roadway.  Crosswalks will be installed at Wedgewood Estates Bl at Fenton Lane, Staffordshire Drive at Fenton Lane, Staffordshire Drive at Chelsea Lane, Derby Drive at Chelsea Lane, and Worchester Court at Derby Drive.  Motorist & Pedestrians can expect delays and should use alternate routes when available. This project is expected to take approximately 2 months to complete.

    Contact Chris Sadler, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3309 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

Upcoming Projects

  • East Belvedere Brick Restoration

    City crews will be restoring the brick on East Belvedere Street between Lake Hollingsworth Drive and South Florida Avenue.   This work will begin June 2023.

    Contact Eric Pope, Manager of Construction & Maintenance, at (863) 834-3305 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

  • Five Points Intersection Improvements

    The City of Lakeland is establishing a Modern Roundabout at the intersection of West Main Street and Sloan Avenue and Lemon Street.  This improvement will facilitate operations at this intersection to increase safety, account for future traffic demands, and to accommodate future pedestrian access to Bonnet Spring Park. The City has recently completed the design phase and construction is anticipated in Summer 2023.

    Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Jobin Abraham, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Lakeland at 863.834.6779.

    Anticipated traffic design for Five Points Roundabout

  • Josephine Street Sidewalk

    This project includes construction of concrete sidewalks and replacement of concrete driveways along the North and South sides of Josephine Street from Central Avenue to Pinewood Avenue.  Also included, is the replacement of curb, drainage inlets and the addition of a concrete bus stop shelter pad and lighting area at the corner of Josephine Street and Central Avenue. The City anticipates construction in Summer 2023.

    Funding for Construction and Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) services are provided by FDOT Local Agency Program (LAP).

    Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Jobin Abraham, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Lakeland at 863.834.6779.

    Josephine Street Sidewalk Project Location

  • Medulla Road and White Egret Crosswalk

    City crews will be installing a crosswalk at Medulla Road and White Egret Lane.  This project has not been scheduled yet.

    Contact Eric Pope, Manager of Construction & Maintenance, at (863) 834-3305 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

  • Park Street Brick Restoration

    City crews will be restoring brick on Park Street between Dakota Avenue and South Florida Avenue.  This work is expected to begin May 2023.

    Contact Eric Pope, Manager of Construction & Maintenance, at (863) 834-3305 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

  • Providence Road Corridor

    This project is in the design stage for the northern segment between Griffin Road and Providence Reserve. The project puts forward drainage improvements and off-street path improvements along the corridor. Additionally, the project includes a three lane section along Providence Road with the potential for raised planter medians, raised crosswalks, and raised intersections to slow speeds along this corridor. The whole corridor from Kathleen to Griffin will be evaluated and discussed in public meetings. Design is anticipated to be complete in Fiscal Year 2022.  Construction Funding has not been established. 

    Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Greg James, Assistant Public Works Director, City of Lakeland at 863.834.6040.

  • South Wabash Avenue Extension

    This project begins at the intersection of Harden Boulevard at Beaker Boulevard and extends north to the intersection of Wabash Avenue at Ariana Street.  It includes intersections with Lakeside Village Shopping Center, Village Center Drive, Grasslands Boulevard, and Faye Street.  Construction plans and permitting are almost complete.  Right of Way acquisition is funded in FY 2020.  Construction is currently unfunded.  

    Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Greg James, Assistant Director of Public Works, City of Lakeland at 863.834.8440.

  • Three Parks Trail West

    This project consists of Design, Construction and Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) of a 10-foot wide shared use path along a portion of the north side from Westover Street to Robin Road (along Cleveland Heights).   The proposed improvements also include adding a high visibility crosswalk from Westover Street to an existing five foot sidewalk along the southside that leads to Peterson Park, as well as restriping of sharrows for cyclists. This project will require the removal of the existing five-foot wide sidewalk. This shared use path completes the 3.6 mile loop of the Three Parks Trail System which began construction in 2015.  The Three Parks Trail system is a component of the City’s Lake-to-Lake Bikeway that is referenced in the Momentum 2040-long-range transportation plan listed as “Westover Trail” (page G-3).   In addition, this segment is part of a designated Proposed Pathways Corridor in the Citywide Pathways Vision Plan that is included in the Comprehensive Plan’s Transportation Element.

    Funding for Design, Construction and CEI was provided by FDOT Local Agency Program (LAP). The City’s Public Works Engineering department has just finalized the construction plans.   Construction is scheduled for fiscal year 22/23. 

    Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Greg James, Assistant Public Works Director, City of Lakeland at 863.834.6040.

    Three Parks Trail West Location Map

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