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Special Called Board of Commissioners Meeting - Media
Published: Jun 23, 2026
Lakeland Approves 2026-2027 Budget and Maintains Tax Rate
The Board of Commissioners approved the annual budget and tax rate for the fiscal year 2026-2027. The tax rate remains at 94 cents per $100 assessed value. The general fund balance is projected to be $8 million, exceeding the minimum required level by 29%. The budget includes allocations for public safety, road maintenance, economic development, and parks and recreation, such as adding flock cameras, paving projects, sewer interceptor work, community center improvements, and a new City Hall playground. Commissioner McCarter dissented from the vote [cite: 550-561, 623-633].
Lakeland Approves Deck Renovation Project for IH Park Clubhouse
The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with Victor Hall Construction LLC for the IH Park Clubhouse deck project. The project includes renovations to the deck, a roof extension, and ADA-compliant steps, with a total bid of $734,000, including contingency. This project aims to improve safety and functionality of the clubhouse. The resolution passed unanimously [cite: 938-981].
Lakeland Discusses Solid Waste Rate Increases Amid Rising Costs
The Board of Commissioners discussed possible actions regarding solid waste rates. The current rate of $24.70, set in 2013, is no longer sufficient to cover costs, leading to increased general fund contributions. Several options for rate increases were presented, ranging from a $5 increase per fiscal year to a $10 increase sooner. The board leaned towards a phased approach, starting with a $5 increase, and discussed potentially offsetting costs with sales tax revenue. The matter will be brought back as an ordinance [cite: 1108-1260].
Lakeland Enacts Regulations for Residential Construction Dumpsters
The Board of Commissioners approved an ordinance amending City of Lakeland Municipal Code Title 17 to establish regulations for residential construction dumpsters. This amendment aims to address issues caused by lingering dumpsters from remodel projects that have been problematic for neighborhoods. The ordinance passed unanimously [cite: 635-653].
Lakeland Corrects Development Contract for The Willows at the Lake Phase 3
The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution correcting an error in a previous residential development contract with Rev Three Willows Holdings LLC for Phase 3 of The Willows at the Lake subdivision. The resolution corrects inaccuracies in acreage and the number of lots. This contract pertains to the construction of new townhomes, not renovations of existing ones. The resolution passed unanimously [cite: 928-937].
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