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July 2022

School Bus Safety

As the 2022-2023 school year begins, it's time to get used to sharing your commute with school buses again. It's a good time to read up on the rules and regulations about sharing the road with school buses.

All drivers moving in either direction on a two-way street must stop for a school bus displaying a stop signal, and must remain stopped until the road is clear of children AND the school bus stop arm is withdrawn.

Source: flhsmv.gov

Penalties for passing stopped school bus include:

Moving violation subject to citation;
Requirement to complete a basic Driver Improvement Course upon conviction;
Four points on your driver license; and
Minimum fine of $165, if you pass on the side where children enter and exit, you will receive a minimum fine of $265.

School Bus Safety Tips for Motorists

Be alert and watch for children especially near schools, bus stops, school buses and in school parking lots.
Pay extra attention to lower speed limits in school zones.
Watch for and obey signals from school crossing guards.
Only drive or park in authorized areas to drop off or pick up children at school.

Summit Parking Garage

Open To Public at Night

Beginning Monday, August 8th the general public will have access to 150 covered parking spaces located on the first two levels of the Summit Building’s parking garage. The Parking Agreement specifies that no less than 150 non-exclusive parking spaces will be available as free public parking from 6:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., Monday through Friday and 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Interim City Commissioner

The Lakeland City Commission will be appointing an Interim City Commissioner to replace Commissioner Phillip Walker who must vacate his seat because he is running for state office.

The appointment for the Interim City Commissioner will be made by the Lakeland City Commission on September 19th and the chosen candidate will assume office on November 7, 2022, for a one-year term that ends on December 31, 2023.

Take the Survey

The City of Lakeland is looking for insight into the awareness of, and hopes for, our recreation facilities. This survey will focus on City of Lakeland recreation centers and their programming.

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The Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Department recently partnered with the Historic Lake Morton Neighborhood Association to raise money to install decorative lights on one of the grand oaks located on the lawn of the Lakeland Public Library.

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Jingle In July | 2022 Holly Jolly Jingle Bell Jog 5K

Citizens Action Center

The City of Lakeland Citizens Action Center serves as a central communications point for citizens to report a concern, make an inquiry or ask questions.

Andrew Gash with the Communications Department breaks down the City Commission Meeting and provides the details.

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Se7en Wetlands Park features 8.5-miles of trails with two main access points – Loyce E. Harpe Park and Lakeland Highlands Scrub.

The park is open from 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., daily.

Learn about Marvelous Mushrooms at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library.

Saturday, August 6. Starts at 2:00 p.m.. Free. Registration Required.

Take a hayride over to a light trap to view nocturnal insects.

Friday, August 5. Starts at 8:30 p.m. Free. Registration Required.

Download Our App

Our app is full of features that allow citizens to access the City. Find the latest news, information on events, report an issue and view live meetings with the touch of a button. The newest feature allows citizens to Submit An Idea on ways to improve City services. Users can easily find the app by searching lakelandgov in the app stores.

City Jobs

Police Department Jobs

The Lakeland Police Department (LPD) is looking for people interested in the rewarding profession of law enforcement, whether as a Police Officer or as a 911 Emergency Communications Specialist.

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