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

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKELAND, FLORIDA RELATING TO PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY; MAKING FINDINGS; DECLARING THE CITY COMMISSION’S INTENTION TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF PLATTED, UNOPENED RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED AT 4708 S. FLORIDA AVENUE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKELAND, FLORIDA RELATING TO PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY; MAKING FINDINGS; DECLARING THE CITY COMMISSION’S INTENTION TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PUBLIC ALLEYWAY LOCATED AT 309 E. ORANGE STREET; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

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, October 20, 2025

Proposed 25-034
Proposed 25-035
Proposed 25-036

LAKELAND, FL (October 1, 2025) - Easton Drive, from Fairmount Avenue to Buckingham Avenue, will be repaved with asphalt due to safety issues caused by repeated washouts of the existing brick street during heavy rainfall. These washouts have occurred multiple times, undermining the brick foundation and creating hazardous conditions for motorists.

UPDATE:  APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED DUE TO OVERWHELMING RESPONSE.  Thank you!     LAKELAND, FL (October 2, 2025) – On Monday, October 6, 2025, the Lakeland Police Department will begin accepting applications for 911 Emergency Communicators. The jobposting will go live at 8:00 a.m. and will remain open to the first 50 qualified applicants. No Experience Required - All tra ...

LAKELAND, FL (September 29, 2025) | Beginning October 13, 2025, Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) will introduce upgraded parking options designed to make traveling easier and more convenient, while keeping rates affordable for passengers and visitors. Premium general parking will be available for just $9 per day (plus taxes and fees). For those who prefer a no-cost option, the grass overflow lot will remain free. Travelers and visitors will also enjoy the first four hours of parking free of charge, ensuring flexibility for short visits, pick-ups, and drop-offs.

2025-RFP-068 Selection Committee Meeting for Annual Medium-Heavy Truck Wash Services, On-Site for the City of Lakeland 

2025-RFP-070 Selection Committee Meeting - Annual Supply of EPA Protocol Specialty and Calibration Gases - McIntosh and Larsen Production Plants

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the LAKELAND MUNICIPAL ELECTION will be held on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. for all qualified electors residing within the Lakeland City Limits.