March 2021 |
A special municipal election will be held on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 to fill the southeast district Lakeland City Commission seat. Runoff Election, if needed:May 4, 2021 Last day to request vote by mail ballots:March 27, 2021 Walk-In Voting: March 29-April 2 & April 58:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. For more information, contact:Kelly Koos, MMCCity Clerk, City of Lakeland228 S. Massachusetts AvenueLakeland 33801863.834.6210kelly.koos@lakelandgov.net Your Voting Location may have changed since the last election.CHECK YOUR VOTING LOCATION |
SUN ‘N RUN 5K – DURING THE SUN ‘N FUN AEROSPACE EXPOFlorida Bicycle Month Is Here – Get On Your Bike and Take A Ride! |
Registration is now open for the 24th Annual Lakeland Citizens Academy. This free program allows citizens to gain insight into City services and the functions of local government through interactive, hands on activities. The 2021 Citizens Academy will begin Thursday, April 15th. All sessions are from 6-8 p.m. and at least four sessions will meet away from City Hall. A light dinner will be served at all sessions starting at 5:45 p.m. with the class beginning promptly at 6 p.m. Citizens Academy SessionsHistory & Finance – April 15Lakeland Fire Department – April 22Lakeland Police Department – April 29 Public Works & Community and Economic Development – May 6Utility Services – May 13Parks & Recreation – May 20 Those interested in participating should contact Christina Camp at Christina.camp@lakelandgov.net to secure a spot on the roster and in the email please provide a home mailing address and phone number. |
National Vietnam War Veterans Day Ceremony – March 27Need some great activities for kids? Parks and Recreation has you covered! |
LakelandPAL Kicks Off 2021 Registrations The Lakeland Police Athletic League is now accepting applications for the 2021 season. Parents can register kids for football (ages 4-14), cheerleading (ages 4-15), fishing (ages 7-17), archery (ages 7-17), and mentoring (ages 13-18), online at LakelandPAL.com or in person at the Lakeland PAL Center, located at 325 W 2nd St. The goal of Lakeland Police Athletic League (PAL) is to provide enriching programs for the youth of the community that are FUN and will INSPIRE them to learn and practice the values of sportsmanship, scholarship, and physical fitness. | Car Wash Fundraiser for LakelandPAL – APRIL 3rd Join LakelandPAL for a CLEAN and FUN time! On Saturday, April 3, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2PM, get your car washed at the Lakeland PAL Complex – 325 W. 2nd Street. Tickets are available for a $10 donation and include a BBQ Chicken Dinner prepared to go. All proceeds will benefit the participants of the Lakeland Police Athletic League. Tickets can be purchased the day of event or in advance by calling 863.834.2556. |
Summit Consulting Building Gets Topped With Final Roof Concrete PourExterior Pre-Cast Panels Are Next Step – Portion of East Main Street Impacted |
Swan Nesting Season Around Lake MortonThe RP Funding Center Has Achieved GBAC Star Facility Accreditation |
Adult spaces within the library are currently closed to construct the new Lakeland History & Culture Center and to update the HVAC system. AVAILABLE AT THE MAIN LIBRARY DURING PHASE 1:Access to all youth collections Self-serve holds pickupA small bestseller collectionFax and copy servicesLibrary card registrationHelp with library accountsBook drop and meeting room open for returns Black & Brew remains open NOT AVAILABLE AT THE MAIN LIBRARY DURING PHASE 1:Adult public access computers and printingAssistance with technology questionsGeneral seating for adultsLakeland History Room accessFriends of the Library book sale areaProctoring of tests NO DONATIONS ACCEPTED DURING THIS TIME |
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