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LakelandTN averageUS Census ACS
Population
14,068
Per-capita income
$52,019
Median home value
$373,800
Bachelor's or higher
56%
Typical home value $456,048 -1.5% yr/yr · +20.6% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:30

Community Advisory Board

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 17:30

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 17:30

Industrial Development Board

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 17:30

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 17:30

Industrial Development Board

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 17:30

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:30

Community Advisory Board

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 17:30

Industrial Development Board

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 17:30

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:30

Industrial Development Board

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 17:30

Community Advisory Board

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 17:30

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:30

Industrial Development Board

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland

Recent meetings

Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 17:30

Industrial Development Board

Industrial Development Board to approve two tax-increment financing draw requests for Ashmont Developer

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will meet on July 23, 2026, to conduct routine business including approving minutes, public discussion, and officer reports. The board will vote on two resolutions to approve draw requests #31 and #32 under a tax increment financing agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC.

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Industrial Development Board Regular Meeting Agenda Thursday, July 23, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER: II. ROLL CALL: III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: 1. Regular Meeting Minutes - May 28, 2026 IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: V. REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES: VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: VII. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Resolution - approving draw request #31 in connection with the tax increment financing for Ashmont Developer, LLC. 2. Resolution - approving draw request #32 in connection with the tax increment financing for Ashmont Developer, LLC. 3. Election of the Secretary of the Lakeland IDB. VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS: IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Lakeland Board of Commissioners to consider sanitation rates and development contracts

The Board of Commissioners will review an ordinance to change residential sanitation collection rates and a sewer concept plan extension for the Arcadia Planned Development. The meeting includes first readings of ordinances regarding Board compensation and sanitation fees.

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Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda Thursday, July 16, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR: II. INVOCATION: III. PLEDGE: IV. ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: V. PUBLIC HEARING: VI. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS & OTHER OFFICERS: 1. Sheriff's Report 2. City Manager's Report 3. Commissioners' Report a. Parks & Recreation/Natural Resources Board - Vice-Mayor Dial 4. Municipal Court Semi-Annual Update - Judge Koratsky VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS: VIII. SEWERAGE COMMISSION BUSINESS: 1. Resolution - recommending the Board of Commissioners approve the sewer concept plan extension for the Arcadia Planned Development. IX. CONSENT AGENDA: X. REGULAR AGENDA: 1. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes - Board of Commissioners May 21, 2026 2. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes - Board of Commissioners PAGE 2 OF 2 Special Called Meeting June 23, 2026 3. Ordinance First Reading - amending The City of Lakeland Municipal Code Title 1 "General Administration" Chapter 1 "Board of Commissioners" Section 1-104 "Compensation", repealing Ordinance 03-22. 4. Ordinance First Reading - amending Ordinance 13-186 establishing sanitation collection rates for Lakeland residential customers 5. Resolution - approving the sewer concept plan extension for the Arcadia Planned Development. 6. Resolution - approving a commercial developm …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:00

General

Board considers beer permit for Ahi Asian Bistro

The Board of Commissioners will review a permit application for Ahi Asian Bistro and discuss a municipal code violation involving Margarita Gourmet Restaurant.

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10001 US Highway 70, Lakeland
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Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda Thursday, July 16, 2026, 5:00 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR: II. INVOCATION: III. PLEDGE: IV. ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: V. PUBLIC COMMENTS: VI. REGULAR AGENDA: 1. Resolution - approving an on-premises beer permit application for Ahi Asian Bistro, Inc. located at 9789 Market Green Place South. 2. Discussion and Possible Action - regarding Margarita Gourmet Restaurant's violation of Chapter 2 of the City of Lakeland Municipal Code. VII. ANNOUNCEMENTS: VIII. ADJOURNMENT:
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 17:30

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

Board to recommend drone show MOU and Sky Elements contract

The Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board will discuss pickleball design updates. The board is also taking action to recommend a drone show MOU and a Sky Elements contract to the Board of Commissioners.

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Lakeland Municipal Parks & Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 5:30 PM IH Clubhouse, 4523 Canada Road, Lakeland TN 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER: II. ROLL CALL: III. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes from Previous Meetings: a. Regular Meeting Minutes - May 12, 2026 IV. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA: V. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: VI. REPORTS FROM OFFICERS AND STAFF: 1. Parks Administration Update 2. Recreation Update 3. Senior Center & Special Events Update VII. OLD BUSINESS: VIII. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Discussion - Pickleball design updates 2. Action - Recommending Drone Show MOU to Board of Commissioners 3. Action - Recommending Sky Elements Contract to Board of Commissioners IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS: X. ADJOURNMENT: PAGE 2 OF 2
Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 17:30

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 17:30

Industrial Development Board

10001 Highway 70, Lakeland
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Lakeland Board of Commissioners to vote on annual budget and tax rate

The Board of Commissioners will hold second and final readings for the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and tax rate. The meeting includes votes on residential construction dumpster regulations and streetscape amendments for the Highway 70 Corridor. Members will also consider salary amendments for the Board of Education and the Board of Commissioners.

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✓ Decided: Lakeland Board of Commissioners adopts annual budget and tax rate

The Board of Commissioners approved the annual budget and tax rate for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Other key actions included updating residential dumpster regulations, approving a street preservation contract, and adjusting board salaries.

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Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR: II. ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: III. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Ordinance Second and Final Reading — adopting the annual budget and tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. 2. Ordinance Second and Final Reading — amending Title 17 of the City of Lakeland Municipal Code to establish regulations to govern residential construction dumpsters. Sponsored by Mayor Roman 3. Ordinance Second and Final Reading — amending the Land Development Regulations for the City of Lakeland to incorporate the streetscape text amendments proposed in the Highway 70 Corridor study. IV. TREASURER'S REPORT: 1. Fiscal year to date through May 31, 2026 V. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS & OTHER OFFICERS: 1. Sheriff's Report 2. Lakeland School System Budget Presentation — Tristan Gately-Sweatt, CFO, Lakeland School System 3. Mayor's Report a. Proclamation establishing July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month b. Proclamation establishing July 17, 2026 as Parks and PAGE 2 OF 3 Recreation Professionals Day 4. City Manager's Report 5. Commissioner's Reports a. Industrial Development Board - Commissioner Johnston b. Parks and Recreation Board - Vice-Mayor Dial c. Community Advisory Board - Vice-Mayor Dial d. Munici …
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——. CITY OF ——___—. ————._ TENNESSEE —————— Board of Commissioners Special Called Meeting Minutes Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Josh Roman 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. INVOCATION: The invocation was offered by Mayor Roman. PLEDGE: The Pledge to the Flag was led by Mayor Roman. ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: Commissioner Jim Atkinson Present Commissioner Johnston Present Commissioner Connie McCarter Present Vice Mayor Dial Present Mayor Josh Roman Present Staff personnel in attendance were City Manager Emily Harrell, City Attorney Will Patterson, Planning Director Paul Luker, Public Works Director Nick Pulido, ITS Director Josh Thompson, Finance Director Sue Matthews, Parks and Recreation Director Andrew Fisher, Parks and Recreation Manager John Proctor, Special Events Coordinator Alex Harris, Senior Engineer Luis Camarillo Hernandez and City Recorder Rebecca Hume. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Ordinance Second and Final Reading — adopting the annual budget and tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. 2. Ordinance Second and Final Reading — amending Title 17 of the City of Lakeland Municipal Code to establish regulations to govern residential construction dumpsters. Sponsored by Mayor Roman 3. Ordinance Second and Final Reading — amending the Land Development Regulations for the City of Lakeland to incorporate the VI. Vil. streetscape …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 17:30

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

Commission to vote on storage facility site plan for Absolute Storage

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will meet to approve or deny a site plan application for a new storage facility proposed by Absolute Storage. The meeting is procedural except for this single action item.

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Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda Thursday, June 11, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER: II. ROLL CALL: III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: 1. Regular Meeting Minutes - May 14, 2026 IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: V. REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES: VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: VII. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Action - approval of a Site Plan Application for Absolute Storage. VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS: IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 17:30

Community Advisory Board

Lakeland Community Advisory Board to review sewer rates and neighborhood program updates

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting on June 9, 2026, at City Hall. The board will approve previous meeting minutes, receive updates from Public Works and staff on sewer user rates and the Neighborhood Beautification Program, and hear announcements including the TNSA 2026 Water Quality Festival/Fun Run.

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Community Advisory Board Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER: II. ROLL CALL: III. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes: Regular CAB Meeting April 14, 2026 IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: V. REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES: 1. Sewer User Rate Update - Nick Pulido, Public Works Director 2. Neighborhood Beautification Program Update - Paul Posey, Staff Engineer VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS: VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. TNSA 2026 Water Quality Festival/Fun Run IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Board adopts 2026-27 budget and enacts new construction dumpster rules

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on June 4, 2026, at 5:30 PM in City Hall. The body will take second and final readings on the annual budget and tax rate for FY 2026-27, new rules for residential construction dumpsters, and streetscape updates for the Highway 70 Corridor. Commissioners will also hear reports from the school system, mayor, city manager, and various boards, and consider proclamations, resolutions, and contracts.

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Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda Thursday, June 4, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR: II. INVOCATION: III. PLEDGE: IV. ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: V. PUBLIC HEARING: 1. Ordinance Second and Final Reading — adopting the annual budget and tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. 2. Ordinance Second and Final Reading — amending Title 17 of the City of Lakeland Municipal Code to establish regulations to govern residential construction dumpsters. Sponsored by Mayor Roman 3. Ordinance Second and Final Reading — amending the Land Development Regulations for the City of Lakeland to incorporate the streetscape text amendments proposed in the Highway 70 Corridor study. VI. TREASURER’S REPORT: VII. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS & OTHER OFFICERS: 1. Lakeland School System Budget Presentation — Superintendent Horrell 2. Mayor's Report a. Proclamation establishing July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month b. Proclamation establishing July 17, 2026 as Parks and Recreation Professionals Day PAGE 2 OF 3 3. City Manager's Report 4. Commissioner's Reports a. Industrial Development Board - Commissioner Johnston b. Parks and Recreation Board - Vice-Mayor Dial VIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS: IX. SEWERAGE COMMISSION BUSINESS: X. CONSENT AGENDA: XI. REGULAR AGENDA: 1. Approva …
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Thu May 28, 2026 · 17:30

Industrial Development Board

Industrial Development Board to vote on three resolutions including a development agreement

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and conduct routine business. Three resolutions are on the agenda for a vote: approval of Ashmont draw #30, a loan modification for the Lakeland Safe City TIF, and a development agreement with REV3 Willows Holdings, LLC.

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Industrial Development Board Regular Meeting Agenda Thursday, May 28, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER: II. ROLL CALL: III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: 1. Regular Meeting Minutes - March 26, 2026 IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: V. REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES: VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: VII. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Resolution - approval for Ashmont draw #30. 2. Resolution - approval for a loan modification for Lakeland Safe City TIF. 3. Resolution - approving a development agreement between the Industrial Development Board and REV3 Willows Holdings, LLC. VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS: IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Thu May 21, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on sewer rates, ethics rules, and new subdivisions

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on second readings for sewer user rate increases and an ethics ordinance update. The meeting also includes first readings of the 2026-27 budget, residential construction dumpster rules, and Highway 70 streetscape amendments. Resolutions will approve subdivision development contracts, multi-year janitorial services, youth sports programs, and park facility agreements.

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Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda Thursday, May 21, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR: II. INVOCATION: III. PLEDGE: IV. ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: V. PUBLIC HEARING: 1. Ordinance Second and Final Reading - amending Ordinance O-7- 2023 Establishing Sewer User Rates and Sewer Charge Adjustments. 2. Ordinance Second and Final Reading - amending Lakeland's Code of Ethics regarding the acceptance of gratuities VI. TREASURER’S REPORT: 1. Fiscal year to date through April 30, 2026 VII. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS & OTHER OFFICERS: 1. Sheriff's Report 2. Lakeland School System Budget Presentation — Superintendent Horrell 3. City Manager's Report 4. Commissioners' Report a. Municipal Planning/Design Review Commission - Commissioner Atkinson VIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS: IX. SEWERAGE COMMISSION BUSINESS: PAGE 2 OF 3 X. CONSENT AGENDA: XI. REGULAR AGENDA: 1. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes - Board of Commissioners and Municipal Planning Commission Special Called Joint Meeting April 28, 2026 2. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes - Board of Commissioners meeting May 7, 2026 3. Ordinance Second and Final Reading - amending Ordinance O-7- 2023 Establishing Sewer User Rates and Sewer Charge Adjustments 4. Ordinance Second and Final Reading - amending Lakeland's Code of Ethics regarding the accep …
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Thu May 14, 2026 · 17:30

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

Commission to vote on five development projects and landscaping changes

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will decide on revised site plans, subdivision plats, and a streetscape text amendment at this meeting. Five development-related items are up for approval, including landscaping for Dutch Bros Coffee and plats for the Willows at the Lake and Lakeland Meadows projects.

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Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda Thursday, May 14, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER: II. ROLL CALL: III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: 1. Regular Meeting Minutes - April 9, 2026 IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: V. REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES: VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: VII. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Action - approval of a revised site plan for landscaping for Dutch Bros Coffee. 2. Action - approval for the subdivision Final Plat at Brunswick Commercial property on Highway 64. 3. Action - approval of the site plan for Common Open Space C and H site plan at the Willows at the Lake. 4. Action - approval of a Preliminary Plat for the Lakeland Meadows Planned Development Phase II. 5. Action - approval of a Final Plat for the Lakeland Meadows Planned Development Lots A and B. 6. Action - approval recommendation to the Board of Commissioners to adopt the street scape text amendment proposed in the Highway 70 Corridor study. VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS: PAGE 2 OF 2 IX. ADJOURNMENT:
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ee. CITY) OF = —— TENNESSEE ———— Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Minutes Thursday, May 14, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Jason Eaton 5:33 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2026. ROLL CALL: Adam Henry Present Amber Hitchcock Present Shawn Rowland Present Sal Feraci Present Carl Helton Present Jason Eaton Present Bill Sheridan Absent Cat Wright Absent Commissioner Jim Atkinson Absent Staff personnel in attendance were City Manager Emily Harrell, Planning Director Paul Luker, Staff Planner Alex Barthol and Community Development Specialist Lisa West. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: 1. Regular Meeting Minutes - April 9, 2026 Sal Fercai moved to bring this item to the floor, seconded by Adam Henry. Discussion ensued. When the question was called the meeting minutes passed as presented, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against 0 abstain (6-0-0). PUBLIC DISCUSSION: None. REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES: None. Vi. VIL. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. NEW BUSINESS: Action - approval of a revised site plan for landscaping for Dutch Bros Coffee. Sal Feraci moved to bring this item to the floor, seconded by Shawn Rowland. Staff Planner Alex Barthol presented this item. Discussion ensued. Adam Henry moved to approved site plan without conditions, seconded by Sal Feraci. When the question was called the revised site plan passed as presented, roll call vote, 6 in favor 0 …
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Tue May 12, 2026 · 17:30

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

Board to recommend soccer and tennis contracts to commissioners

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board will meet to review routine updates and recommend two facility-use contracts to the Board of Commissioners. No ordinances or major decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

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Lakeland Municipal Parks & Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 5:30 PM IH Clubhouse, 4523 Canada Road, Lakeland TN 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER: II. ROLL CALL: III. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes from Previous Meetings: a. Regular Meeting Minutes - March 10, 2026 IV. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA: V. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: VI. REPORTS FROM OFFICERS AND STAFF 1. Parks Administration Update 2. Recreation Update 3. Senior Center & Special Events Update VII. OLD BUSINESS: VIII. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Action - Recommending Soccer Contract to Board of Commissioners 2. Action - Recommending Tennis Contract to Board of Commissioners 3. Discussion - Recommending adaptive recreation programs for the City of Lakeland 4. Discussion - Lakeland Pickleball Facility design IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS: PAGE 2 OF 2 X. ADJOURNMENT:
Thu May 7, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on sewer rates, new development contracts, and software deal

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on May 7, 2026, to decide on sewer user rate adjustments, approve residential development contracts, and authorize a multi-year software agreement. The board will also discuss potential changes to solid waste rates and consider revisions to ethics rules and vehicle policies.

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✓ Decided: Board approves residential development contracts and sewer rate amendments

The Board of Commissioners approved two residential development contracts and an amendment to sewer user rates. A resolution to increase Board of Education salaries passed, but proposed pay changes for the Mayor and Commissioners failed to reach the required 2/3 vote. The Board also voted to suspend the school board liaison position until August.

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Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda Thursday, May 7, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR: II. INVOCATION: III. PLEDGE: IV. ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: V. PUBLIC HEARING: VI. TREASURER’S REPORT: VII. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS & OTHER OFFICERS: • City Manager's Report • Mayor's Report a. Proclamation — establishing May 17–23, 2026 as Public Works Week VIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS: IX. SEWERAGE COMMISSION BUSINESS: 1. Resolution - recommending the Board of Commissioners amend Ordinance O-7-2023 Establishing Sewer User Rates and Sewer Charge Adjustments. X. CONSENT AGENDA: XI. REGULAR AGENDA: 1. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes: April 16, 2026 2. Ordinance First Reading - amending Ordinance O-7-2023 Establishing Sewer User Rates and Sewer Charge Adjustments. 3. Ordinance First Reading - amending Lakeland's Code of Ethics PAGE 2 OF 3 regarding the acceptance of gratuities. 4. Resolution - authorizing the City Manager to execute a multi-year agreement with Vertosoft for OpenGov Enterprise Resource Planning System. 5. Resolution- approving a residential development contract with Valleybrook Development, LLC for Lakeland Meadows Planned Development Phase IX-B & X-B. 6. Resolution - approving a residential development contract with Cummings, LLC for The Estates at Chambers Chapel Planned Development …
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eterna (CIN: Ge ee —————_ TENNESSEE ——— Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes Thursday, May 7, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 Vi. Vil. CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Josh Roman 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2026. INVOCATION: The invocation was offered by Mayor Roman. PLEDGE: The Pledge to the Flag was led by Mayor Roman. ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: Commissioner Atkinson Present Commissioner Johnston Present Commissioner McCarter Present Vice Mayor Dial Present Mayor Roman Present Staff personnel in attendance were City Manager Emily Harrell, City Attorney Will Patterson, Finance Director Sue Matthews, Planning Director Paul Luker, Public Works Director Nick Pulido, Parks and Recreation Director Andrew Fisher, TS Director Josh Thompson, Senior Staff Engineer Luis Camarillio Hernandez, Recreation Manager John Proctor, Staff Engineer Paul Posey and City Recorder Rebecca Hume. PUBLIC HEARING: TREASURER’S REPORT: REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS & OTHER OFFICERS: City Manager's Report City Manager Emily Harrell offered this report. Mayor Roman recognized the winners of the Young Artist Spotlight. Planning Director Paul Luker offered an annual update on TIFs. Mayor's Report a. Proclamation — establishing May 17-23, 2026 as Public Works Week Mayor Roman established the week of May 17 - May 23 as Public Works Week. Vill. PUBLIC COMMENTS: IX. | SEWERAGE COMMISSION BUSINESS: 1. …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider adopting Highway 70 Corridor Study report

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will review and vote on adopting the Highway 70 Corridor Study report during this meeting. The Municipal Planning Commission previously recommended approval of the study, which will guide future infrastructure decisions along Highway 70.

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✓ Decided: Lakeland Board of Commissioners adopts Highway 70 Corridor Study

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended approval of the Highway 70 Corridor Study. The Board of Commissioners adopted the study via Resolution R-56-2026 after amending it to treat roundabouts as an option rather than a commitment.

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Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 I. CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR: II. INVOCATION: III. PLEDGE: IV. MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: V. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: VI. REPORTS: 1. Presentation and Discussion - Highway 70 Corridor Study Report VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS: VIII. REGULAR AGENDA: 1. Municipal Planning Commission Business: a. Action - recommending approval to adopt the Highway 70 Corridor Study to the Board of Commissioners. 2. Board of Commissioners Business: a. Resolution - adopting the Highway 70 Corridor Study. IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS: X. ADJOURNMENT:
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ets, CTY OF J. ———. TENNESSEE ——____— Board of Commissioners Special Called Joint Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002 Vi. CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Josh Roman 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. INVOCATION: The invocation was offered by Mayor Roman. PLEDGE: The Pledge to the Flag was led by Mayor Roman. MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: Adam Henry Present Commisioner Atkinson Present Carl Helton Present Cat Wright Present Amber Hitchcock Present Shawn Rowland Present Sal Feraci Present Jason Eaton Present Bill Sheridan Absent BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ROLL CALL BY RECORDER: Commissioner Atkinson Present Commissioner Johnston Present Mayor Roman Present Commissioner McCarter Absent Vice Mayor Dial Absent Staff personnel in attendance were City Manager Emily Harrell, Planning Director Paul Luker, Staff Planner Alex Barthol, Senior Staff Engineer Luis Camarillo Hernandez, Community Development Specialist Lisa West and City Recorder Rebecca Hume. REPORTS: VIL. VI. 1. Presentation and Discussion - Highway 70 Corridor Study Report James Robert Dearman and Mary Vavra representing OHM presented this item. Discussion ensued. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Resident David Loveland, 4000 block of Pine Hill Cove South, made comments regarding the Highway 70 Corridor Study. Resident Charles Carroll, 3000 block of Creekwood Lane, made comments regarding roundabouts. Resident Boyd …
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💰 Federal awards (top 7 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$541,782CHAPLAINCARE LLC
Department of Defense · CREDO FACILITATORS IN SUPPORT OF CNREURAFCENT
$224,998CHAPLAINCARE LLC
Department of Defense · FAMILY RESILIENCY INSTRUCTOR
$211,892CHAPLAINCARE LLC
Department of Defense · CREDO PROGRAM FACILITATOR
$166,182COPPER COLLAR GROUP LLC
Department of Defense · 24 SOW STTS HAS A REQUIREMENT FOR A HYPERBARIC CHAMBER CAPABLE OF PROV
$102,990COPPER COLLAR GROUP LLC
Department of Defense · AQUAEYE AE-1- 17 EACH FOR NSW
$78,500CHAPLAINCARE LLC
Department of Defense · CREDO FACILITATOR
$8,332CHAPLAINCARE LLC
Department of Defense · MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT RETREAT FACILITATOR

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Shelby County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2023)
Business establishments19,359 (446,048 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,355/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy27.0% (low numeracy 44% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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5
Recorded votes
$13.3M
Annual budget

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$13.3M
Spending$20.1M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.425
All kids
0.318
Black kids
0.294

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Where it’s happening

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