These facilities use excessive amounts of electricity and water. Development plans are being discussed in Polk, Palm Beach, Martin, and Citrus counties.
Category: City Hall / Local Gov’t
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Kathleen Residents Object to New Government Center
A Kathleen community meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17, made it clear that residents feel deceived, disrespected, and disregarded by Polk County government.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
City Drops Parking Buyback Clause in Mass Market Sales
Haus 820 owner said she couldn’t invest $1.1 million if the parking lot could be reclaimed with 12 months’ notice.
Posted inTransportation
After Years of Barriers, Lakeland’s Road Diet Moves Forward
Construction is expected to begin in spring 2027.
Posted inConsumer
Brace for Higher Electric Bills After Lakeland’s Deep Freeze
Record-setting cold drove up electricity use across the city. Here’s why bills may be higher — and what help is available.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Electric Launches Rate Study to See if Power Bills Add Up
Results of the six-month study are expected this summer. Any approved changes would appear on electric bills starting Oct. 1.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Electric Invests $3.5 Million to Keep ‘Workhorse’ Unit 5 Running
City approves upgrades to McIntosh Unit 5 and embarks on long-term resource planning.
Posted inEnvironment
Lakeland Horticulturalist Urges Patience with Plants Hit by Sub-freezing Temperatures
Native landscapes, like that of commercial beautification award winner Tiger Contracting, perform well in cold weather.
Posted inEnvironment
Duck Season Gunfire Caught Many Lakeland Neighbors Off Guard
City Commissioners promise better communication to educate residents, reduce fear and avoid 9-1-1 calls.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Se7en Wetlands Education Center Moves Closer to Construction
Lakeland Commission approves a $1.2 million contract to build the long-planned education center.
