Projects

Projects Currently in Progress

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• County Line Road at US 92 Improvements

  This project will increase the capacity of the intersection of County Line Road and US 92 by adding a northbound right turn lane and adding pavement for a future second northbound left turn lane. The full median opening at County Line Road and Old Tampa Highway will also be closed making Old Tampa Highway a right-in-right-out connection.

  The City’s engineering consultant, DRMP, has completed construction plans. The Lakeland City Commission has awarded a $1,570,500 construction contract to Cobb Site Development, Inc., whose office is located in Wauchula, FL.  Construction began September 6, 2021.  The project is 95% complete.  The contractor is on hold completing the work until the gas pipeline company relocates their facility.  We anticipate completion by June 2023.

  The project contact is Mr. Greg James, Project Manager, via email or telephone at 863.834.8440.  You may also follow the City of Lakeland Public Works Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/lakdlandgov where project-related information on this and other projects will be posted periodically.

     

• Drane Field Road Roundabout

  The construction for a new roundabout at the intersection of State Road 572 (Drane Field Road) and Don Emerson Drive is slated to start May 1, 2022.  The single lane roundabout is being constructed to accommodate the traffic demand at this intersection which serves as the primary access to the Lakeland Regional Airport and the Publix Super Markets corporate offices.  The completed project will include drainage, lighting, and landscape improvements within the scope of work.  

  Ryan Lazenby, Civil Engineer Manager for the City of Lakeland said, “The area around the airport continues to grow and we have been discussing this roundabout for some time. The City of Lakeland and our partners at the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) are eager to see the construction of this project move forward to meet the increasing demands of the roadway.  The roundabout will improve traffic operations, roadway safety, and will act as a gateway to the Lakeland Linder International Airport/Publix Super Markets corporate campus.”

  The roundabout project is located on the state highway system (SR 572) and FDOT is funding approximately $2.5 million for the construction through a Joint Participation Agreement with the City of Lakeland. The City of Lakeland is funding approximately $750,000 for design and Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) phases of the project. 

  The project does include a detailed Temporary Traffic Control Plan which will maintain the existing number of lanes on SR 572 (Drane Field Road) throughout the duration of construction. Construction is in anticipated to be completed in April 2023, but the completion date may be adjusted to allow for additional weather-related delays. 

  Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Jobin Abraham, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Lakeland at 863.834.6779.

    

• Eat Lemon Street Sidewalk Work

  Beginning April 10, 2023, City crews will be replacing a section of sidewalk and three driveway aprons on the 800 block of East Lemon Street. The alley on the north side of East Lemon Street between South Waterloo Avenue and Bluefield Avenue will be closed during this project. The alley will remain opened on the north end at East Main Street. This project is expected to be completed by April 14, 2023.  

  Contact Mike Slaton, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3316 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• East Lemon Street Streetscape Repair

  Beginning on April 2, 2023, City crews will be removing a large oak tree and replacing the concrete tree box and a large area of sidewalk streetscape on East Lemon Street between South Tennessee Avenue and South Florida Avenue. This project is expected to be completed by April 7, 2023. During this project, the west bound lane of East Lemon Street will have intermittent lane closures. Detours will be in place for pedestrians and motorists.

  Contact Mike Slaton, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3316 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Foxhall Resurfacing

  Beginning Monday, April 3, 2023, contractors for the City will be performing a road reclamation and resurfacing project on Foxhall from Cleveland Heights Blvd to Cheverly Drive West. This project is expected to be completed within two weeks and the work will be intermittent in this time frame due to the nature of the work and scheduling between contractors. Traffic control will be in place and flaggers will be onsite to assist motorist.

  Contact Mike Slaton, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3316 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Lake Hunter Drive Stormwater, Sidewalk and Curb

  City of Lakeland crews will begin a stormwater collection system enhancement project on 1/23/23 on Lake Hunter Drive from West Highland Street to South Lakeside Drive.  This project will include a new stormwater collection system, new sidewalk, and new curb along the roadway. This project will have daily road and pedestrian closures with detours. Motorists and pedestrians can expect delays and should use alternate routes when available. This project is expected to take approximately 3 months to complete. 

  Contact Chris Sadler, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3309 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Live Oak Road Resurfacing

  City of Lakeland will have contractors milling and resurfacing Live Oak Road from Lake Miriam Drive to East Pollock Road the week of March 27 through March 31. During this project, delays and lane closures are to be expected, flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic.
  
  Contact Michael Slaton, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3316 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Munn Park CSX Parking Space Removal

  City crews will be removing parking spaces in CSX right of way at Munn Park.  This project is expected to begin March 27, 2023.

  Contact Eric Pope, Manager of Construction & Maintenance, at (863) 834-3305 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• North Vermont Avenue Retention Pond Expansion

  City of Lakeland crews will begin construction on retention expansion and modification of existing Pond-G located between North Vermont Avenue and Gilmore Avenue on March 1, 2023.   Trucks and equipment will be using North Vermont Avenue for access and hauling material to and from job site. Motorists and pedestrians should expect minor delays. This project is expected to be completed by May 1, 2023.

  Contact Chris Sadler, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3309 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Olive Street Sidewalk, Ramps and Curb

  City of Lakeland crews will begin February 13, 2023 on Olive Street from Pinewood to South Central Avenue. This project will include ADA ramps, new sidewalk, and new curb along the roadway. This project will have daily road and pedestrian closures with detours. Motorists and pedestrians can expect delays and should use alternate routes when available. This project is expected to take approximately 3 months to complete.

  Contact Chris Sadler, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3309 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Road Maintenance for FY 2023

  A list of roads scheduled to be paved during the fiscal year is now available.  Paving Schedule

  Contact Troy Williams, Pavement Coordinator, at (863) 834-3315 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• West Beacon Road Sidewalk, Curb and Ramps

  City of Lakeland crews will begin ADA ramps, new sidewalk, and new curb along the roadway January 9, 2023 on West Beacon Road from South Shady Lane to South Lincoln Avenue. This project will have daily west bound road and pedestrian closures with detours. Motorists and pedestrians can expect delays and should use alternate routes when available. This project is expected to take approximately 3 months to complete.
  
  Contact Chris Sadler, Supervisor, at (863) 834-3309 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

Upcoming Projects

• East Belvedere Brick Restoration

  City crews will be restoring the brick on East Belvedere Street between Lake Hollingsworth Drive and South Florida Avenue.   This work will begin June 2023.

  Contact Eric Pope, Manager of Construction & Maintenance, at (863) 834-3305 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Five Points Intersection Improvements

  The City of Lakeland is establishing a Modern Roundabout at the intersection of West Main Street and Sloan Avenue and Lemon Street.  This improvement will facilitate operations at this intersection to increase safety, account for future traffic demands, and to accommodate future pedestrian access to Bonnet Spring Park. The City has recently completed the design phase and construction is anticipated in Summer 2023.
  
  Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Jobin Abraham, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Lakeland at 863.834.6779.

  

• Josephine Street Sidewalk

  This project includes construction of concrete sidewalks and replacement of concrete driveways along the North and South sides of Josephine Street from Central Avenue to Pinewood Avenue.  Also included, is the replacement of curb, drainage inlets and the addition of a concrete bus stop shelter pad and lighting area at the corner of Josephine Street and Central Avenue. The City anticipates construction in Summer 2023.

  Funding for Construction and Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) services are provided by FDOT Local Agency Program (LAP).

  Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Jobin Abraham, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Lakeland at 863.834.6779.

  

• Medulla Road and White Egret Crosswalk

  City crews will be installing a crosswalk at Medulla Road and White Egret Lane.  This project has not been scheduled yet.
  
  Contact Eric Pope, Manager of Construction & Maintenance, at (863) 834-3305 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Park Street Brick Restoration

  City crews will be restoring brick on Park Street between Dakota Avenue and South Florida Avenue.  This work is expected to begin May 2023.

  Contact Eric Pope, Manager of Construction & Maintenance, at (863) 834-3305 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Providence Road Corridor

  This project is in the design stage for the northern segment between Griffin Road and Providence Reserve. The project puts forward drainage improvements and off-street path improvements along the corridor. Additionally, the project includes a three lane section along Providence Road with the potential for raised planter medians, raised crosswalks, and raised intersections to slow speeds along this corridor. The whole corridor from Kathleen to Griffin will be evaluated and discussed in public meetings. Design is anticipated to be complete in Fiscal Year 2022.  Construction Funding has not been established. 

  Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Greg James, Assistant Public Works Director, City of Lakeland at 863.834.6040.

• South Wabash Avenue Extension

  This project begins at the intersection of Harden Boulevard at Beaker Boulevard and extends north to the intersection of Wabash Avenue at Ariana Street.  It includes intersections with Lakeside Village Shopping Center, Village Center Drive, Grasslands Boulevard, and Faye Street.  Construction plans and permitting are almost complete.  Right of Way acquisition is funded in FY 2020.  Construction is currently unfunded.  

  Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Greg James, Assistant Director of Public Works, City of Lakeland at 863.834.8440.

• Three Parks Trail West

  This project consists of Design, Construction and Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) of a 10-foot wide shared use path along a portion of the north side from Westover Street to Robin Road (along Cleveland Heights).   The proposed improvements also include adding a high visibility crosswalk from Westover Street to an existing five foot sidewalk along the southside that leads to Peterson Park, as well as restriping of sharrows for cyclists. This project will require the removal of the existing five-foot wide sidewalk. This shared use path completes the 3.6 mile loop of the Three Parks Trail System which began construction in 2015.  The Three Parks Trail system is a component of the City’s Lake-to-Lake Bikeway that is referenced in the Momentum 2040-long-range transportation plan listed as “Westover Trail” (page G-3).   In addition, this segment is part of a designated Proposed Pathways Corridor in the Citywide Pathways Vision Plan that is included in the Comprehensive Plan’s Transportation Element.

  Funding for Design, Construction and CEI was provided by FDOT Local Agency Program (LAP). The City’s Public Works Engineering department has just finalized the construction plans.   Construction is scheduled for fiscal year 22/23. 

  Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Greg James, Assistant Public Works Director, City of Lakeland at 863.834.6040.

  

Recently Completed Projects

• Hallam Drive Pedestrian Improvements

  City of Lakeland crews completed a pedestrian enhancement and drainage improvement project. This project consisted of two new drainage inlets and two new accessible and compliant curb ramps. 

  Contact Eric Pope, Manager of Construction & Maintenance, at (863) 834-3305 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Lakeland Park Drive Connector

  A new roadway has been constructed to connect Carpenters Way with Lakeland Park Drive. This new connector road will provides two travel lanes, a 10’ wide shared-use path, street lighting, and a new intersection with Carpenters Way, which is located between Interstate 4 and the Carpenters Way historic arch.

  The Lakeland City Commission awarded a construction contract in the amount of $6,309,598 to QGS Development, Inc., who is located in Plant City, FL.  Construction began June 2021 with completion in April of 2022.

  

  The project contact is Mr. Greg James, Project Manager, at 863.834.8440. You may also follow the City of Lakeland Public Works Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/lakelandgov where project-related information on this and other projects will be posted periodically.

   

• Main Street Pathways

  This project extended the existing shared use path from Lake Bonny Park towards the Longfellow intersection and also updated 6 bus stops as well as the traffic signalization at Longfellow and Main Street.

  The City’s Public Works Engineering department completed the construction plans.  Funding for Construction and Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) was provided by FDOT Local Agency Program (LAP). 

  Additional project-related information may also be obtained by contacting Greg James, Assistant Public Works Director, City of Lakeland at 863.834.8440.

• West Park Street Brick Restoration (Lincoln Avenue to Ohio Avenue)

  City of Lakeland performed a brick street restoration project removing the asphalt from the original brick surface. There are several reasons for this restoration.  The first reason is to slow traffic speeds throughout the neighborhood.  The second is to minimize major maintenance work.  A typical asphalt road may require major maintenance work within 10 to 15 years, but properly installed brick streets may not require major maintenance work within 40 to 50 years.  This project was completed in September 2022.

  Contact Eric Pope, Manager of Construction & Maintenance, at (863) 834-3305 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.

• Patten Heights Street Pedestrian Improvements

  Contractors working for the City of Lakeland constructed or reconstructed ADA curb ramps and sidewalk on Patten Height Street at Lake Hollingsworth Drive. 

  Contact Mike Slaton, Supervisor of Maintenance, at (863) 834-3316 with questions and continue to check (863) 834-ROAD (7623) for updated information. Please visit http://www.lakelandgov.net for updated information. Follow the City of Lakeland Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Lakelandgov.