Lakeland City Manager Shares March Update: New Developments, Community Enhancements, and Business Opportunities

The City Manager of Lakeland has shared an update on the city's recent activities. Even without public meetings for two weeks, city officials have been working to enhance the residents' and visitors' quality of life.

The Parks and Recreation Department has been running programs for all ages, like youth sports leagues and senior activities. They have also opened sponsorship opportunities for local businesses. The city is also planning to build the Lakeland Community Center, in collaboration with the YMCA of the Midsouth.

Several projects are in progress to enhance Lakeland's transportation and connectivity. Due to increased construction costs, the construction of New Canada Road will be phased. The city is also building new and larger sewer lines near the CSX railway line to accommodate residential and commercial growth. A new traffic signal has been installed on Canada Road to manage the expected increase in traffic from the new Chick-fil-A restaurant.

The Lake District is currently being restructured, with foreclosure proceedings set to restart soon. Despite this, expansion continues in the constructed areas of The Lake District, with new businesses like Wayback Burger and Chick-fil-A opening soon.

In conclusion, the City Manager reiterates Lakeland's dedication to serving the community and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. The city is committed to making Lakeland a great place to live, work, and play. The City Manager invites residents to share any questions, concerns, ideas, or suggestions.

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