At least two commissioners want time to develop rules for a fast-growing industry that is not addressed in Lakeland’s land use code.
Tag: Guy LaLonde
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Lakeland Approves Wedgewood Agreement Despite Traffic Concerns
Lakeland commissioners approved a long-disputed development agreement for the former Wedgewood golf course on Monday, May 18, in a 6-1 vote, despite another tense public hearing dominated by traffic concerns from area residents. Ten neighbors spoke against the agreement, arguing congestion around Carpenters Way and U.S. 98 has worsened dramatically since the project’s original traffic […]
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Commissioners Compromise on Stormwater Rates
Beginning in January 2027, monthly fees will increase by $1.17 annually to help fund $69 million in overdue drainage and water-quality projects.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
McCarley Sworn In as Lakeland’s First Elected Female Mayor
Commissioners Troutman and Coney take office; Mutz and Read honored for years of service.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
No Discussion, No Vote: LaLonde Questions How Housing Authority Board Rejected Audit
Stevenson says annual HUD reviews are sufficient; LaLonde says they don’t examine retaliation, wait lists or transparency.
Posted inPolitics
LaLonde Wins Runoff Election for NW District Seat on Lakeland’s City Commission
Businessman Guy LaLonde Jr. won 57.58% of the vote in a citywide race against interim Commissioner Samuel Simmons.
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Read Is Reelected; Six Vie for Two City Commission Seats
Qualifying for the 2023 municipal election ended at noon on Friday. Early voting begins Oct. 23 and Election Day is Nov. 7.
