Lakeland Officials Support Local Emergency Responders in Training Exercise at Former Relax Inn

Lakeland's Mayor Josh Roman, City Manager Michael Walker, Planning Director Paul Luker, and City Recorder Cheyenne Carter visited the former Relax Inn property. They were there to support local emergency first responders, including the Shelby County Sheriff's Office and Fire Department. The visit was part of a training exercise involving regional public safety officers from nearby communities.

The training took place at the now-empty building. It involved breach entry, remote drone detection, and fire mitigation. Lakeland officially acquired the building on March 7th. It was used for training before its planned demolition next week.

This was not the first training of this type. A similar exercise was conducted at the former Econolodge last fall. These exercises help prepare the emergency responders for potential incidents.

The training leaders thanked the City of Lakeland for allowing the training. They highlighted the practical experience the exercises provide for the emergency responders.

The City of Lakeland supports its emergency responders through training opportunities and the presence of city officials at these exercises. The visit by the Mayor and other city officials shows the city's focus on the readiness and effectiveness of its emergency services.

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