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LAKELAND, FL (May 27, 2025) | Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) is proud to announce the launch of GoodMaps, a cutting-edge indoor navigation platform that marks a significant advancement in accessibility and traveler independence. A public celebration and demonstration of the technology will be held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the airport’s first floor entrance.  LAL is the first airport in Florida to offer GoodMaps to customers.

This event will showcase the powerful features of GoodMaps, offering hands-on experiences and live demonstrations that highlight the technology’s ability to revolutionize indoor wayfinding—particularly for travelers who are blind, low-vision, or have reduced mobility.

LAKELAND, FL (May 21, 2025) | On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Lakeland Police Officers responded to reports of one or more incidents at the Lakeland Downtown Farmer’s Market involving an individual conducting interviews and recording video of attendees. During the response, officers themselves were recorded, and a selectively edited version of the footage was later released publicly. Throughout the interaction, officers worked to de-escalate the situation and asked the individuals involved to remain on the sidewalk to avoid disrupting market vendors. No individuals were trespassed from the Market.

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2025-RFQ-020 Invitation to Interview for Professional Engineering Consulting Services (CCNA) - Lakeland Linder International Airport

LAKELAND, FL (May 16, 2025) | The City of Lakeland Water Utilities Department will begin emergency repair work along Lake Hollingsworth Drive on Monday, May 19, 2025, to address a broken sewer main. The repair site is located just east of Fairmount Avenue and is expected to remain active for several days, depending on weather and site conditions.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Commission of the City of Lakeland, Florida, will consider passage of the following titled ordinance(s) at a City Commission meeting which commences at 9:00 A.M. on Monday, June 2, 2025, in the City Commission Chamber at City Hall, Lakeland, Florida.

Collective bargaining negotiations between designated representatives for the City of Lakeland and the Lakeland Professional Firefighters, Local 4173, regarding terms and conditions of employment.

Lakeland, FL – (May 12, 2025) – The Lakeland Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. This recruitment drive is open to candidates who possess the necessary Florida Law Enforcement Officer certification and aims to fill positions with dedicated individuals eager to serve and protect the community.   POSITION DETAILS: Application Ope ...

LAKELAND, FL (May 9, 2025) | The City of Lakeland Water Utilities is initiating Phase One of a critical infrastructure project to upgrade the Western Trunk Gravity Sewer Line. This major line currently handles approximately 3.5 million gallons of wastewater per day and connects to the Southwest Pump Station via a 36-inch reinforced concrete pipe installed in the 1980s. Reduced diameter from past structural lining and repairs has limited the pipe’s capacity, restricting system performance and future growth.

2025-RFQ-020 Selection Committee Meeting - Professional Engineering Consulting Services (CNNA) Lakeland Linder International Airport