A 54% increase in diesel prices has nearly exhausted the city’s original fuel budget.
Tag: Lakeland City Commission
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Commissioners Respond to Talbot House Decision to Withdraw Ahead of De Novo Hearing
After Talbot House announced their withdrawal on Thursday, April 16, several city commissioners shared their thoughts.
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Protesters Take to Memorial Blvd. Ahead of Talbot House Appeal
An April 6 hearing could reopen the debate over a proposed homeless services campus on Memorial Boulevard.
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What’s at Stake for Lakeland as Florida’s Legislative Session Begins
Lakeland seeks $4.1 million for four regional projects. Potential property tax cuts raise alarms at City Hall.
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Money Questions Loom as Commission Preps for Dec. 15 Vote on Mass Market Sales
Commissioners disagree about how generous to be with price reductions for Haus 820, DOU Bakehouse and Market Lofts.
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Two Candidates Outpace Opponents in Fundraising for City Elections
Roberts McCarley sets new record for Lakeland mayoral campaigns; Troutman raises nearly eight times Odisho.
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LkldNow’s Voter Guide to the 2025 City Elections is LiveÂ
A note from LkldNow’s executive director
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What Can Lakeland’s City Government Do?
A conversation with Mayor Mutz as he reflects on his terms in office.
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Mayor
Four candidates are running to succeed Mayor Mutz, who is not seeking reelection
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Why Are Lakeland’s City Elections Nonpartisan?
When it comes to city-level elections, there can often be some confusion about the lack of party affiliation for candidates. We dug into the history.