LHA is proposing to change its 257 public housing apartments into a different federal program.
Author Archives: Cindy Glover
Cindy's reporting for LkldNow focuses on Lakeland city government. Previously, she was a crime reporter, City Hall reporter and chief political writer for newspapers including the Albuquerque Journal and South Florida Sun-Sentinel. She spent a year as a community engagement coordinator for the City of Lakeland before joining LkldNow in 2023. Reach her at cindy@lkldnow.com or 561-212-3429.
Posted inNeighborhoods
Midtown’s Next Chapter: From Fighting Blight to Guiding Growth
Long-term vision includes more homes near Lakeland Regional, a bigger future for Tigertown, and extending the Midtown CRA through 2056.
Posted inPolitics
DeSantis Vetoes Three of Lakeland’s Four Budget Requests
The city’s projects took a hit — but higher education, the Sixth District Court of Appeal, and local nonprofits secured millions.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Seeks Answers on Condition of Historic Frances Langford Promenade
City officials hope a federally funded study will reveal what’s happening beneath one of Lakeland’s most treasured landmarks.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland’s Trail Network Grows, But CSX Crossing Remains Key Barrier
As construction begins on two west Lakeland paths, city leaders say a railroad bottleneck still blocks safe access to Bonnet Springs Park.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Takes First Step Toward Data Center Moratorium
Commissioners asked the city attorney to draft a 12-month pause on large-scale facilities, with votes expected in July.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Commissioners To Consider 12-Month Pause on Data Centers
At least two commissioners want time to develop rules for a fast-growing industry that is not addressed in Lakeland’s land use code.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland’s 3-3 Vote Sinks Last-Minute Funding Proposal for Monument
Commissioners praised the project but deadlocked over whether the city should contribute $10,000 toward its completion.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Property Tax Proposal Could Cost Lakeland $14.5 Million A Year
In November, a constitutional amendment will appear on ballots statewide that would reduce — and potentially eliminate — property taxes on homesteaded properties.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Facing Intense Opposition, Data Center Developer Cancels Review Meeting
The proposal for a 600,000-square-foot data center was withdrawn one day after more than 50 residents attended a City Commission meeting.
