Communications

The City of Lakeland Communications team serves as the official source for news and information about city government. We provide timely, accurate, and transparent information to support informed reporting on city actions, initiatives, services, and events.

Communications Team - Connecting you to your city

The Communications team manages public information and media relations for the City of Lakeland.

Our role is to ensure the media and the public have access to clear, reliable information about city government. We work closely with the City Manager’s Office, departments across the organization, and the City Commission to communicate official updates and explain the policies, programs, projects, and decisions shaping Lakeland.

What We Do

The Communications team:

• Serves as the central point of contact for city news and official information
• Coordinates interviews with city officials and subject matter experts
• Issues official statements, news releases, and public notices
• Supports media access related to city programs, services, and events
• Produces and distributes digital, video, and LakelandGov Network (GovTV) content
• Provides coordinated communications during emergencies and critical situations in coordination with city leadership
• Ensures information shared with the public is accurate, timely, and transparent

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Media Contact Information

Please contact the Communications team for interview requests, official statements, and general media inquiries.

Email: communications@lakelandgov.net
Phone: (863) 834-6393
After Hours Contact: Larry Little, Communications Director (863) 394-3942

Please allow adequate lead time when requesting interviews or information to support appropriate coordination with city staff.

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Watch Us Live or On Demand 

The LakelandGov Network provides live and on-demand access to City Commission meetings and other official city programming. The LakelandGov Network is available online or on Spectrum Channel 643 and FiOS Channel 43.

Connect with us

The City of Lakeland shares official updates, announcements, and public information through our social media platforms. Follow us for timely updates.

Media engagement should align with the City’s Social Media Policy.

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