Lakeland public meetings in 2025

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is meeting to consider two resolutions: approving draw request 26 for the Ashmont Developer, LLC tax increment financing, and approving a second loan modification agreement with FirstBank involving Lakeland Commons, LLC. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and public discussion.

• Resolution approving draw request 26 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Resolution approving Second Loan Modification Agreement with FirstBank and Lakeland Commons, LLC

The Industrial Development Board approved two resolutions: a tax increment financing draw request for Ashmont Developer, LLC, and a second loan modification agreement with FirstBank joined by Lakeland Commons, LLC. Both passed unanimously (6-0). The board also approved minutes from its November 20 and December 9 meetings.

• Approved draw request 26 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (6-0)
• Approved Second Loan Modification Agreement with FirstBank and Lakeland Commons, LLC (6-0)
• Approved November 20, 2025 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved December 9, 2025 special called meeting minutes (6-0)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will meet on December 11, 2025, to consider an amended Preliminary Development Plan for the Lake District Planned Development. Commissioners will also discuss land uses along Highway 70 and board training for 2026. Additionally, the agenda includes routine procedural items such as the approval of minutes from the October 9, 2025, regular meeting.

• Approval of an amended Preliminary Development Plan for the Lake District Planned Development
• Discussion regarding land uses along Highway 70
• Discussion regarding board training in 2026
• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from October 9, 2025

The commission approved an amended Preliminary Development Plan for the Lake District Planned Development in a 7-0 vote. They also discussed land uses along Highway 70 and board training for 2026, but took no action on those items. The minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting were approved as presented.

• Approved amended Preliminary Development Plan for Lake District Planned Development (7-0)
• Approved minutes of October 9, 2025 regular meeting (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to consider a single substantive item: a resolution approving an Economic Impact Plan and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Plan for the Lakeland Gateway South TIF. Approval would authorize submitting the plan to the Shelby County Commission. The rest of the agenda is standard procedural items (call to order, invocation, pledge, roll call, public comments, announcements, adjournment).

• Resolution approving Economic Impact Plan and Tax Increment Financing Plan for Lakeland Gateway South TIF
• Authorizes submission of the TIF plan to the Shelby County Commission

General

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will consider a resolution to approve an Economic Impact Plan and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Plan for the Lakeland Gateway South project. The board will also authorize submission of the plan to the Lakeland Board of Commissioners and Shelby County Commission.

• Resolution to approve Economic Impact Plan and TIF Plan for Lakeland Gateway South
• Authorization to submit plan to Lakeland Board of Commissioners and Shelby County Commission

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board held a special called meeting and approved a resolution for an Economic Impact Plan and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan for the Lakeland Gateway South TIF. The resolution passed unanimously (4-0) and authorizes submission of the plan to the Lakeland Board of Commissioners and the Shelby County Commission. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved resolution for Lakeland Gateway South TIF Economic Impact Plan and TIF plan (4-0)
• Authorized submission of the TIF plan to Lakeland Board of Commissioners and Shelby County Commission

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several resolutions for approval, including a residential development contract with Valleybrook Development, LLC for Lakeland Meadows Phase IX-A & X-A, and a discussion on land uses along the Highway 70 corridor. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes approval, appointments, and a grant for a pickleball facility.

• Resolution approving residential development contract with Valleybrook Development, LLC for Lakeland Meadows Phase IX-A & X-A
• Resolution authorizing release of security for public improvements in Lakeland Meadows Phase 1
• Resolution amending subdivision development contract for Heathfield at Scott's Creek Phase 2
• Resolution authorizing contract with Tennessee DEC for Local Parks and Recreation Fund Grant to install pickleball facility
• Discussion and possible action on land uses along Highway 70 corridor

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will vote on two resolutions at this meeting: one to appoint Paul Luker as the board’s president and another to approve draw request 25 for tax-increment financing tied to the Ashmont Developer project.

• Appointment of Paul Luker as Industrial Development Board President
• Approval of tax-increment financing draw request 25 for Ashmont Developer, LLC

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board approved two resolutions: one recommending Paul Luker for board president and another approving draw request 25 for Ashmont Developer, LLC under tax increment financing. Both passed unanimously (5-0). No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved resolution recommending Paul Luker as IDB president (5-0)
• Approved draw request 25 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (5-0)

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board will decide on the 2025 Windward Slopes Park Master Plan and discuss reappointments to the board. The meeting also includes routine approval of past minutes, staff updates, and a presentation on an Eagle Scout project for the City Hall t-ball field.

• Action on recommendation of the 2025 Windward Slopes Park Master Plan
• Discussion on Parks and Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board reappointments
• Presentation of Eagle Scout project for City Hall t-ball field

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on November 6, 2025, to consider several items, including approval of meeting minutes, a resolution for the Ashmont Planned Development outline plan, and tentative approval of a construction contract for the Lakeland Community Center. The board will also discuss a potential food drive and a budget amendment for new positions.

• Resolution approving amended Outline Plan for Ashmont Planned Development
• Tentative approval of contract with Moss Carpenter Construction Company for Lakeland Community Center project
• Discussion and possible action on potential City of Lakeland food drive (sponsored by Mayor Roman)
• Discussion and possible action on budget amendment for new positions from operational changes
• Approval of minutes from October 16 and November 3, 2025 meetings

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to discuss human resources matters, including a possible executive session, and to consider the city manager's employment contract. They will also discuss recent operational decisions and their budget impacts. The agenda includes public comments and announcements.

• Discussion of City Manager employment contract
• Discussion of recent operational decisions and budget impacts
• Human Resources conversation with possible Executive Session

The Board of Commissioners voted 4-1 to immediately terminate the City Manager employment contract and appoint City Engineer Emily Harrell as interim City Manager with a 20% pay increase until a replacement is found. Two other agenda items—discussion of operational decisions and budget impacts, and a human resources conversation including an executive session—failed to be brought to the floor and were not considered.

• Terminated City Manager employment contract immediately (4-1)
• Appointed Emily Harrell as interim City Manager with 20% pay increase (4-1)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will consider a resolution approving draw request 23 for the tax increment financing (TIF) tied to Ashmont Developer, LLC. The board will also discuss and possibly take action on city-owned lots and Central Business Improvement Districts (CBIDs). The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items.

• Resolution approving draw request 23 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Discussion and possible action on City Owned lots and Central Business Improvement Districts (CBIDs)

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board approved a resolution for draw request 23 related to tax increment financing for Ashmont Developer, LLC, with a unanimous voice vote (7-0). The board also discussed city-owned lots and Central Business Improvement Districts (CBIDs) but took no action. Minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved draw request 23 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (7-0)
• Approved September 25, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Discussed city-owned lots and CBIDs, no action taken

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on October 16, 2025, to discuss and vote on several resolutions, including infrastructure funding applications, park improvements, subdivision development contracts, and equipment purchases. Reports from the Sheriff, City Manager, and Commissioners will also be presented.

• Resolution to apply for State Infrastructure Fund for transportation projects
• Agreement with Wagner General Contractors for Windward Slopes Park Retention Pond project
• Purchase of CAT 304 mini excavator from Thompson Machinery for $X via State Contract #73124
• Residential subdivision development contract with Arborview Developments for Heathfield at Scott's Creek Planned Development Phase 2
• Fireworks display agreement with Pyro Shows Inc. for 2026 Freedom Festival

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to apply for a Tennessee Department of Transportation State Infrastructure Fund grant, along with several other resolutions including a contract for the Windward Slopes Park Retention Pond project, a subdivision development contract for Heathfield at Scott's Creek Phase 2, and the purchase of a CAT 304 mini excavator. All votes were unanimous or had one abstention, except the fireworks display agreement which passed 3-1. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and appointments to the Community Advisory Board.

• Approved minutes from October 2, 2025 meetings (3-0-1, Mayor abstained)
• Approved resolution to submit TDOT State Infrastructure Fund application (4-0-0)
• Approved Community Advisory Board appointments (4-0-0)
• Approved Wagner General Contractors agreement for Windward Slopes Park Retention Pond (3-0-1, McCarter abstained)
• Approved accepting Kensington Manor Phase 1 improvements and reducing security for Phases 1-2 (4-0-0)
• Approved Arborview Developments contract for Heathfield at Scott's Creek Phase 2 (4-0-0)
• Approved purchase of CAT 304 mini excavator from Thompson Machinery (4-0-0)
• Approved Pyro Shows Inc. fireworks display for 2026 Freedom Festival (3-1-0, McCarter opposed)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will vote on the architectural design for an assisted living facility in Area 1, Lot 1 of the Ashmont Planned Development, and on a recommendation for an amended outline plan for Ashmont. They will also consider a site plan for a daycare at the southwest corner of Canada Road at Saskatoon Lane. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public discussion.

• Approval of architectural design for assisted living facility, Ashmont Planned Development, Area 1, Lot 1
• Recommendation for Amended Outline Plan for Ashmont Planned Development
• Site plan for daycare at southwest corner of Canada Road at Saskatoon Lane
• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2025

The commission approved the architectural design for an assisted living facility in Area 1, Lot 1 of the Ashmont Planned Development (7-0). It also approved a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners for an Amended Outline Plan for Ashmont (7-0-1). A site plan for a daycare at the southwest corner of Canada Road at Saskatoon Lane was approved with conditions (7-1) after an initial motion with conditions failed on a 4-4 tie.

• Approved architectural design for assisted living facility in Area 1, Lot 1 of Ashmont Planned Development (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to Board of Commissioners for Amended Outline Plan for Ashmont Planned Development (7-0-1)
• Approved daycare site plan at Canada Road and Saskatoon Lane with conditions (7-1)
• Initial daycare site plan motion with conditions failed (4-4)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Beer Board will discuss and possibly take action on violations of Chapter 2 of the City of Lakeland Municipal Code by Margarita's Mexican Restaurant and Portales Mexican Tapas and Tequila. The agenda includes public comments and announcements.

• Discussion and possible action on Margarita's Mexican Restaurant violation
• Discussion and possible action on Portales Mexican Tapas and Tequila violation

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and take final votes on two ordinances: one amending the fiscal year 2025 budget and another rezoning property at 0 Kingsridge Drive from C-2 regional commercial to R4 Urban Estate. The board will also receive reports from the treasurer, sheriff, city manager, and committees, and discuss the 2026 Freedom Festival and fireworks show.

• Second and final reading of ordinance amending FY2025 budget (O-5-2024)
• Second and final reading of ordinance rezoning 0 Kingsridge Drive (parcel L0159 00512) from C-2 to R4
• Treasurer's report on fiscal year end June 30, 2025 (unaudited)
• Sheriff's report for August 2025
• Discussion on 2026 Freedom Festival and fireworks show

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a resolution for a tax increment financing draw request from Ashmont Developer, LLC. No other substantive items are listed.

• Resolution approving draw request 22 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public hearings, reports from the sheriff and city manager, and public comments. Key actions include first readings of ordinances to amend the FY2025 budget and rezone property at 0 Kingsridge Drive from C-2 to R4, plus resolutions for contracts and agreements. The board will also discuss the 2026 Freedom Festival and city properties.

• Ordinance first reading: amend FY2025 budget (O-5-2024)
• Ordinance first reading: rezone 0 Kingsridge Drive (parcel L0159 00512) from C-2 to R4
• Resolution: Site Development Contract with Gibson Paving, Inc. for 4853 Seed Tick Road
• Resolution: contract extension with Quad County Environmental Solutions, LLC for landfill disposal
• Resolution: agreement with YMCA of Memphis and the Mid-South for fall/spring break camps

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will consider three action items: a rezoning recommendation, a preliminary subdivision plat, and a site plan approval. The meeting includes public discussion and approval of prior minutes.

• Rezoning recommendation for Lot L015900512 at 0 Kingsridge Dr from C-2 Regional Commercial to R-4 Urban Estate
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat approval for Lot L015900512 at 0 Kingsridge Dr
• Site Plan approval for Area 1, Lot 1 in Ashmont Planned Development

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board will hold its regular meeting to review routine minutes and receive staff updates on parks, recreation, and senior-center activities. Two new items will be discussed: the Windward Slopes Park Master Plan and the 2025 Christmas in Lakeland parade route.

• Discussion of Windward Slopes Park Master Plan
• Discussion of 2025 Christmas in Lakeland parade route

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is holding its annual meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and hear a financial report. The board will also consider two resolutions approving tax increment financing draw requests for Ashmont Developer, LLC and the Lakeland Safety TIF.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Approval of minutes from July 24, 2025 annual meeting
• Resolution approving draw request 21 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Resolution approving draw request 2 for Lakeland Safety TIF
• IDB President's report on financial statements and economic development

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a fee schedule amendment for special events and mobile food vendors. They will also consider resolutions to purchase valves for the wastewater treatment plant, appoint board members, and authorize a license plate reader agreement with the state. Additionally, they will discuss city-owned lots and review the current fee schedule.

• Public hearing on ordinance to add application fee for special events/mobile food vendors
• Resolution to purchase valves for Scotts Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant from Bar Environmental, Inc.
• Resolution to authorize license plate recognition cameras agreement with Tennessee DOT
• Discussion on Lakeland City-owned lots
• Review of current fee schedule

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving previous minutes and public discussion. The main item is a vote on site elevation changes and signs for Backyard Burgers, as recommended by the Design Review Commission.

• Approval of minutes from July 10, 2025
• Action on site elevation changes and signs at Backyard Burgers

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting on August 12, 2025, at City Hall. The agenda is procedural with no substantive items requiring decisions, focusing on approval of past meeting minutes, district updates, new employment announcements, and procedural presentations.

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is holding its annual meeting to elect officers and approve minutes. The board will also consider a resolution approving draw request 20 for the tax increment financing agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC, and receive a financial and economic development update.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Approval of June 26, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Resolution approving draw request 20 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• IDB President's report on financial statements and economic development

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board held its annual meeting and approved a resolution for draw request 20 related to tax increment financing for Ashmont Developer, LLC. The board also approved the minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting. Election of officers and reports were deferred to the next regular meeting.

• Approved draw request 20 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (4-0)
• Approved June 26, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Deferred election of officers to next regular meeting
• Deferred reports of officers and committees to next regular meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will meet to approve routine reports, contracts, and resolutions. Items include updates from the Sheriff, City Manager, and Municipal Court, as well as approvals for subdivisions, fee schedule changes, and infrastructure projects. No major policy decisions are scheduled.

• Amending fee schedule for special events/mobile food vendors
• Approving Lakeland Meadows Planned Development amended Outline Plan
• Residential subdivision contract with Ethridge Enterprises for Kensington Manor Phase 3
• Tentative approval of construction contract with Chancellor Brothers for New Canada Road project
• Purchase of John Deere utility tractor for $X through Sourcewell Contract #082923-DAC

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners approved multiple resolutions, including the Lakeland Meadows amended outline plan, acceptance of Lots A & B, a contract amendment for the Clear Creek Interceptor project, a court clerk appointment, a subdivision contract with Coastal Fuels Inc., a fee schedule ordinance on first reading, a change order for Oliver Creek Bank Stabilization, a construction contract for New Canada Road, a tractor purchase, a GIS subscription renewal, a Community Advisory Board reappointment, and a lease agreement for the Sheriff's office. The board deferred the license plate recognition camera agreement to the next meeting. All votes were unanimous except the lease agreement, which passed 4-1 with Commissioner McCarter opposed.

• Approved Lakeland Meadows amended outline plan (5-0)
• Accepted Lots A & B in Lakeland Meadows (5-0)
• Approved amendment #7 to Buchart Horn agreement for Clear Creek Interceptor Phase A (5-0)
• Appointed Municipal Court Clerk (5-0)
• Approved Kensington Manor Phase 3 contract with Coastal Fuels Inc. as amended (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance adding special events/mobile food vendor application fee (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #3 for Oliver Creek Bank Stabilization (5-0)
• Deferred license plate recognition camera agreement to next meeting

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 10, 2025, to consider several action items. The commission will vote on approving the site plan and architectural design for the Lakeland Community Center, as well as site and final development plans for Phases V, VI-A, and VI-B of the Lakeland Meadows Planned Development. Public discussion is also scheduled.

• Approval of site plan and architectural design for Lakeland Community Center
• Approval of Site Plan for Phases V & VI-A of Lakeland Meadows Planned Development
• Approval of Final Development Plan for Phases V, VI-A, and VI-B of Lakeland Meadows Planned Development

The commission approved the site plan and architectural design for the Lakeland Community Center, as well as site plans and final development plans for Phases V, VI-A, and VI-B of the Lakeland Meadows Planned Development. All approvals were unanimous (5-0). The meeting also approved the June 12, 2025 minutes.

• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Lakeland Community Center site plan and architectural design (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Phases V & VI-A of Lakeland Meadows Planned Development (5-0)
• Approved final development plan for Phases V, VI-A & VI-B of Lakeland Meadows Planned Development (5-0)

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board is meeting to consider a paving plan for city parks and to select a memorial bench for a former board member. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving staff updates.

• Action on Parks Paving Plan for City of Lakeland parks
• Discussion and selection of memorial bench for previous Parks Board member
• Approval of May 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff updates on parks, recreation, and senior center

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will meet to approve minutes from the May 22 meeting, hear financial and economic reports, and vote on a resolution authorizing draw request 19 for tax-increment financing tied to the Ashmont Developer project.

• Resolution to approve draw request 19 for tax-increment financing for Ashmont Developer, LLC

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will consider two action items: approval of the final development plan for Phases 1, 2, and 3 of the Ashmont Planned Development, and approval of the site plan, architectural design, and signage for the Lakeland Community Center. The meeting also includes approval of the May 8, 2025 minutes and a public discussion period.

• Final Development Plan for Phases 1, 2 & 3 of Ashmont Planned Development
• Site plan and architectural design/signage for Lakeland Community Center
• Approval of May 8, 2025 regular meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on the annual budget and tax rate for fiscal year 2025-2026, plus new regulations for special events and mobile food vendors. They will also consider resolutions for sewer, development, and road projects, and authorize up to $44.16 million in debt for a community center and other capital needs.

• Public hearing and final vote on FY 2025-2026 budget and tax rate
• Ordinance to regulate special events and mobile food vendors
• Resolution approving $24.2M capital outlay note with Trustmark National Bank
• Resolution authorizing up to $19.86M in bonds for community center construction
• Development contracts for The Lake District Phase 1 and Ashmont Areas 1, 4, & 7B

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving the President's report on April 2025 financial statements. The main action item is a resolution to approve draw request 18 for the tax increment financing (TIF) agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC. Public discussion is also scheduled.

• Resolution approving draw request 18 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Approval of April 24, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• President's report on April 2025 financial statements

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on two rezoning ordinances, adopt the FY26 budget and tax rate on first reading, and consider several resolutions including equipment purchases and event agreements. They will also hear the city manager's report and a school budget overview.

• Rezoning 0 Blue Bridge Lane from C-2 to R2
• Rezoning 0 Blue Bird Cove from C-2 to R2
• First reading of FY26 budget and tax rate
• Ordinance to regulate special events and mobile food vendors
• Resolution to purchase Falcon 3 Ton Asphalt Hot Box from Jet-Vac

The Board of Commissioners approved the first reading of the FY2025-2026 budget with amendments adding $1.1M for paving, $625,000 for a traffic signal, $80,000 for striping, and $150,000 for park ADA improvements. The board also approved a rezoning at 0 Blue Bird Cove, a special events/mobile food vendor ordinance, and several contracts including a goat yoga program and fireworks display. All votes were recorded with specific tallies.

• Approved FY26 budget first reading as amended (3-1-1)
• Approved $1.1M street fund amendment for paving (3-1-1)
• Approved $625,000 general fund amendment for traffic signal (3-1-1)
• Approved $80,000 street fund amendment for striping (4-0-1)
• Approved $150,000 parks fund amendment for ADA deck (4-0-1)
• Rezoned 0 Blue Bird Cove from C-2 to R2 (5-0)
• Approved special events/mobile food vendor ordinance first reading (5-0)
• Approved goat yoga agreement with 901 Goats (5-0)

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks & Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board is meeting to consider recommending agreements for a YMCA youth summer camp at the IH Clubhouse and a goat yoga program, as well as recommending parks and recreation sponsorship fees for Fiscal Year 2026. The board will also hear updates from staff on parks, recreation, and the senior center. Public discussion is scheduled.

• Recommendation to Board of Commissioners for YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South youth summer camp at IH Clubhouse
• Recommendation to Board of Commissioners for 901 Goats/Walk-a-Pony Goat Ranch goat yoga program
• Recommendation to City Manager for parks and recreation sponsorship fees for FY2026
• Approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will consider three actions related to the Lakeland Meadows Planned Development: an outline plan amendment, a final development plan for Lots A & B, and a preliminary development plan for Phase 2. Public discussion is also scheduled.

• Outline Plan Amendment for Lakeland Meadows Planned Development
• Final Development Plan for Lots A & B of Lakeland Meadows
• Preliminary Development Plan for Phase 2 of Lakeland Meadows

The commission approved an outline plan amendment, a final development plan for Lots A & B, and a preliminary development plan for Phase 2 of the Lakeland Meadows Planned Development. The final development plan was approved with a condition to remove lot lines and a street on Area B. All votes were unanimous (6-0-0).

• Approved outline plan amendment for Lakeland Meadows PD (6-0)
• Approved final development plan for Lots A & B with condition to remove lot lines and street on Area B (6-0)
• Approved preliminary development plan for Phase 2 of Lakeland Meadows PD (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions to authorize the City Manager to sign financial advisory agreements with PFM Financial Advisors LLC for capital outlay notes to fund the Lakeland Community Center and New Canada Road projects. They will also discuss a traffic signal at U.S. Highway 70 and Evergreen Road North, and hold a discussion on Highway 70 zoning. The meeting includes a proclamation for Public Works Week 2025.

• Resolution authorizing financial advisory agreement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC for Lakeland Community Center Project interim financing
• Resolution authorizing financial advisory agreement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC for New Canada Road Project interim financing
• Resolution authorizing a traffic signal at U.S. Highway 70 and Evergreen Road North
• Discussion on Highway 70 zoning
• Proclamation establishing Public Works Week 2025

The Board of Commissioners approved three resolutions: authorizing the City Manager to execute a financial advisory engagement letter with PFM Financial Advisors LLC for interim financing of the Lakeland Community Center Project (3-1), a similar engagement with PFM for the New Canada Road Project (4-0), and a traffic signal at U.S. Highway 70 and Evergreen Road North (4-0). The board also discussed Highway 70 zoning but took no action. The meeting was procedural and adjourned at 5:59 p.m.

• Approved resolution authorizing City Manager to execute financial advisory engagement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC for Community Center Project interim financing (3-1)
• Approved resolution authorizing City Manager to execute financial advisory engagement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC for New Canada Road Project interim financing (4-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing a traffic signal at U.S. Highway 70 and Evergreen Road North (4-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financial statements, and consider a resolution approving draw request 17 for the tax increment financing (TIF) agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC. Public discussion is also scheduled.

• Resolution approving draw request 17 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Approval of March 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• President's Report on March 2025 financial statements

Board of Appeals & Stormwater Board of Appeals

The Lakeland Board of Appeals and Stormwater Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and consider one action item: a variance request for the minimum lot size in the Agriculture (AG) District on Cobb Road. No other substantive business is listed.

• Variance approval for minimum lot size in Agriculture (AG) District on Cobb Road
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2024 regular meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, treasurer's report, and multiple reports. The main business includes a first reading of an ordinance to rezone a property at 0 Blue Bird Cove from C-2 to R2, and a series of resolutions covering street patching, traffic signal appraisals, sewer projects, and other contracts. The board will also discuss the FY2026 budget and consider approving minutes from a February 2024 meeting.

• Ordinance first reading: rezone 0 Blue Bird Cove (parcel L0159 00126) from C-2 to R2
• Resolution: Change Order #4 for FY25 Street Patching project
• Resolutions: professional service agreements for Highway 70/Seed Tick Road traffic signal appraisals
• Resolution: authorizing condemnation for Oliver Creek Interceptor Project easements
• Resolution: adopting 2025 Parks Master Plan update

The Board of Commissioners approved the sewer concept plan for Canada Road Subdivision, a rezoning at 0 Blue Bird Cove (amended to Blue Bridge Lane), and numerous resolutions including contracts for street patching, appraisal services, pavement markings, and the Oliver Creek Interceptor easements. All votes were 5-0 except the aquatics center design agreement, which passed 4-1.

• Approved sewer concept plan for Canada Road Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning at 0 Blue Bird Cove from C-2 to R-2, amended to Blue Bridge Lane (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #4 for FY25 Street Patching project (5-0)
• Approved appraisal services agreements with Bouldin and Associates and Douglas B. Hall and Associates for Highway 70/Seed Tick Road signal project (5-0 each)
• Approved pavement markings installation by Traff-Mark Industries (5-0)
• Approved Amendment #1 to TDOT agreement for Davies Plantation Road project (5-0)
• Authorized easement acquisition and condemnation for Oliver Creek Interceptor Project (5-0)
• Approved inter-jurisdictional sewer agreement with Bartlett (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Beer Board will consider approving on-premises beer permits for Blue Flame Cigar Lounge and Bar and Sakura of Lakeland Inc. The board will also discuss possible actions regarding violations of the municipal code by Mobil and Margarita Gourmet Restaurant.

• On-premises beer permit for Blue Flame Cigar Lounge and Bar, 8968 Highway 70
• On-premises beer permit for Sakura of Lakeland Inc., 3665 Canada Road Suite 101
• Discussion of Mobil's violation of Chapter 2 of the City of Lakeland Municipal Code
• Discussion of Margarita Gourmet Restaurant's violation of Chapter 2 of the City of Lakeland Municipal Code

The Lakeland Beer Board approved on-premises beer permits for Blue Flame Cigar Lounge and Bar and Sakura of Lakeland Inc., both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board also fined Mobil and Margarita Gourmet Restaurant $2,500 each for violations of Chapter 2 of the Municipal Code, with payment due within 45 days and possible permit revocation if unpaid.

• Approved on-premises beer permit for Blue Flame Cigar Lounge and Bar at 8968 Highway 70 (5-0)
• Approved on-premises beer permit for Sakura of Lakeland Inc. at 3665 Canada Road Suite 101 (5-0)
• Fined Mobil $2,500 for Chapter 2 violation, due within 45 days; possible permit revocation if unpaid
• Fined Margarita Gourmet Restaurant $2,500 for Chapter 2 violation, due within 45 days; possible permit revocation if unpaid

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will consider three action items: approving site elevation changes at Zaxby's, recommending a rezoning for a property at the northwest corner of Lot L015900126 from C-2 Regional Commercial to R-2 Suburban Manor, and approving a preliminary subdivision plat for the proposed Canada Road Subdivision. The meeting also includes routine items like approving previous minutes and public discussion.

• Site elevation changes at Zaxby's
• Rezoning recommendation for Lot L015900126 from C-2 to R-2
• Preliminary plat for Canada Road Subdivision

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission approved site elevation changes at Zaxby's, recommended rezoning a property from C-2 to R-2, and approved a preliminary subdivision plat for Canada Road Subdivision with conditions. All votes were unanimous among present members, with Commissioner Sal Feraci recusing himself from the rezoning and subdivision votes due to conflicts of interest.

• Approved site elevation changes at Zaxby's (6-0)
• Recommended rezoning of Lot LO15900126 from C-2 to R-2 (5-0-1, Feraci recused)
• Approved Canada Road Subdivision preliminary plat with conditions (5-0-1, Feraci recused)

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board is meeting to consider approving prior meeting minutes, hear updates on the 2025 fireworks event and public information, and discuss several items including amended bylaws, the food truck process, and the beautification grant application process. The board will also appoint a member to summarize the meeting for social media and Lakeland Currents.

• Approval of February 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• 2025 Fireworks Event update by Alex Harris
• Discussion on amended Community Advisory bylaws
• Discussion on special events food truck process
• Discussion on beautification grant application process

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, reports, and a consent agenda. Key actions include approving resolutions for a sewer services agreement with Bartlett, appraisal services for the Highway 70 and Seed Tick Road traffic signal project, a T-Ball project at City Hall Park, and a change order for street patching. They will also discuss the fiscal year 2026 budget in a workshop.

• Inter-jurisdictional sewer services agreement with Bartlett
• Appraisal services agreements for Highway 70 and Seed Tick Road traffic signal project
• Agreement with Bluff City Construction for City Hall Park T-Ball Project
• Change Order #4 for FY25 Street Patching project
• Adoption of 2025 Parks Master Plan update

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners, sitting as the Beer Board, will consider approving on-premises beer permits for Blue Flame Cigar Lounge and Bar and Sakura of Lakeland Inc. The board will also discuss possible actions regarding violations of Chapter 2 of the City of Lakeland Municipal Code by Mobil and Margarita Gourmet Restaurant. The meeting includes routine items like call to order, public comments, and adjournment.

• Resolution approving on-premises beer permit for Blue Flame Cigar Lounge and Bar at 8968 Highway 70
• Resolution approving on-premises beer permit for Sakura of Lakeland Inc. at 3665 Canada Road Suite 101
• Discussion and possible action on Mobil's violation of Chapter 2 of the City of Lakeland Municipal Code
• Discussion and possible action on Margarita Gourmet Restaurant's violation of Chapter 2 of the City of Lakeland Municipal Code

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will meet to approve minutes, hear reports, and consider two new business items. The board will vote on a draw request for the Ashmont Developer TIF and discuss the feasibility of removing completed shopping center lots from the Lake District TIF to allow full property tax collection by the City and County.

• Resolution approving draw request 16 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Discussion on removing shopping center lots from Lake District TIF
• Approval of minutes from January 23 and March 6 meetings
• February IDB financial statements and economic development update

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a second-reading ordinance adding a Failure to Appear offense to the municipal code. They will also consider resolutions supporting a state court fee increase, authorizing a real estate contract for two parcels, and making board appointments. The agenda includes routine reports and consent items.

• Ordinance adding Failure to Appear offense (second and final reading)
• Resolution supporting HB 748/SB 1089 to increase municipal court fee from $1.00 to $2.00
• Resolution authorizing real estate contract for parcels L0159 00143 and L0159 00493
• Appointments to Community Advisory Board and Parks & Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board
• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for year ended June 20, 2024

The Board of Commissioners approved the second and final reading of an ordinance adding the offense of Failure to Appear to the municipal code, and passed resolutions authorizing appointments to two advisory boards. They also approved a resolution supporting state legislation to increase municipal court costs fee, authorized a real estate contract for two parcels (4-1), and amended the FY2026 budget calendar to remove a March 25 workshop. All other items passed unanimously.

• Approved ordinance adding Failure to Appear offense (5-0)
• Approved Community Advisory Board appointments (5-0)
• Approved Parks & Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board appointments (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting HB 748/SB 1089 to increase court costs fee to $2.00 (5-0)
• Approved real estate contract for parcels LO159 00143 and L0159 00493 (4-1)
• Approved 2025 proclamation list (voice vote)
• Amended FY2026 budget calendar to remove March 25 workshop (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 6, 2025 (5-0)

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board will discuss and vote on several recommendations to forward to the Board of Commissioners, including a design for the new Lakeland Community Center Aquatics Center, an updated 2025 Parks Master Plan, and a grant application for pickleball courts. The board will also review fee schedule updates for FY2026 and discuss the 2025 Freedom Festival.

• Recommend design for Lakeland Community Center Aquatics Center by 4FDesign, P.C.
• Recommend approval of 2025 City of Lakeland Parks Master Plan update
• Submit application for Local Parks and Recreation Fund 2025 Grant Cycle to fund pickleball courts
• Recommend FY2026 parks and recreation fees schedule update
• Recommend action regarding the 2025 Freedom Festival

The board voted unanimously to recommend the aquatics center design and the 2025 Parks Master Plan update to the Board of Commissioners, with the master plan amended to include additional expansion possibilities. It also recommended applying for a grant for pickleball courts, a fee schedule update, and option two for the Freedom Festival. A discussion on a memorial bench for Steve Snow was held, with staff directed to obtain quotes.

• Recommended aquatics center design to Board of Commissioners (5-0)
• Recommended 2025 Parks Master Plan update with expansion verbiage (6-0)
• Recommended applying for LPRF grant for pickleball courts (5-0)
• Recommended FY2026 parks and recreation fees schedule update (5-0)
• Recommended option two for 2025 Freedom Festival (5-0)
• Directed staff to obtain quotes for Steve Snow memorial bench

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on the second and final reading of an ordinance to rezone 4853 Seed Tick Road from Agricultural to Neighborhood Office. The board will also consider a first reading of an ordinance adding a Failure to Appear offense, and a resolution to extend the Heathfield Planned Development contract.

• Public hearing and final vote on rezoning 4853 Seed Tick Road (Parcel L0150 00182C) from AG to NO
• First reading of ordinance adding Failure to Appear offense to municipal code
• Resolution to approve time extension for Heathfield Planned Development Phase 1 contract
• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2025 meeting
• 2025 Fireworks Event update and Municipal Court semi-annual report

The Board of Commissioners approved the second and final reading of an ordinance rezoning 4853 Seed Tick Road from Agricultural to Neighborhood Office (5-0). They also approved a first reading adding a Failure to Appear offense to the municipal code (5-0), a time extension for the Heathfield Planned Development Phase 1 contract (5-0), and the minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting (4-0-1). No public comments were heard.

• Approved rezoning 4853 Seed Tick Road from AG to Neighborhood Office (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance adding Failure to Appear offense (5-0)
• Approved time extension for Heathfield Planned Development Phase 1 contract (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 20, 2025 meeting (4-0-1)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is holding a special called meeting to consider three resolutions: authorizing a financial obligation agreement with the City of Lakeland, approving draw request 15 for the Ashmont Developer TIF, and approving a loan commitment letter with FirstBank for the Lakeland Safety TIF. These items involve financial agreements and tax increment financing for development projects.

• Resolution authorizing financial obligation agreement between City of Lakeland and IDB
• Resolution approving draw request 15 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Resolution approving loan commitment letter with FirstBank for Lakeland Safety TIF

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, reports from the sheriff, city manager, and municipal court, and a consent agenda. Key actions include first readings of ordinances to add a Failure to Appear offense and rezone 4853 Seed Tick Road from Agricultural to Neighborhood Office, plus resolutions for a restroom project contract, athletic field maintenance extension, and accepting Lot 9 in Lakeland Town Square.

• Ordinance first reading: add Failure to Appear offense to municipal code
• Ordinance first reading: rezone 4853 Seed Tick Road (Parcel L0150 00182C) from AG to Neighborhood Office
• Resolution: approve agreement with Moss Carpenter Construction for IH Park Restroom Project
• Resolution: authorize contract extension with Ladd's for athletic field maintenance
• Resolution: accept Lot 9 in Lakeland Town Square development

The Board of Commissioners approved several items, including a rezoning at 4853 Seed Tick Road, a construction agreement for the IH Park Restroom Project, a contract extension with Ladd's for athletic field maintenance, and the board's strategic goals. They also tabled a Failure to Appear ordinance and a resolution accepting Lot 9 in Lakeland Town Square. All votes were 4-0-0, with Commissioner McCarter absent.

• Approved February 6, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Tabled Failure to Appear ordinance to March 6, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Approved rezoning at 4853 Seed Tick Road from AG to NO with conditions (4-0-0)
• Approved agreement with Moss Carpenter Construction for IH Park Restroom Project (4-0-0)
• Approved contract extension with Ladd's for athletic field maintenance (4-0-0)
• Tabled resolution accepting Lot 9 in Lakeland Town Square to March 6, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Approved strategic goals of the Board of Commissioners (4-0-0)
• Approved motion for board liaisons to develop volunteer board appointment processes (4-0-0)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will meet to review and vote on a rezoning request for 4853 Seed Tick Road from Agriculture to Neighborhood Office and a site plan application from Gibson Paving, Inc. The meeting is procedural with no other substantive items listed.

• Rezoning recommendation for 4853 Seed Tick Road from Agriculture (AG) to Neighborhood Office (NO)
• Site Plan approval for Gibson Paving, Inc.

The commission voted 7-0 to recommend rezoning 4853 Seed Tick Road from Agriculture (AG) to Neighborhood Office (NO) to the Board of Commissioners. It also approved a site plan for Gibson Paving, Inc. with three conditions, including a ban on heavy machinery and trucks on the site, and contingent on the rezoning and final plat recording. The previous meeting's minutes were approved 6-0-1.

• Recommended rezoning 4853 Seed Tick Road from AG to NO (7-0)
• Approved site plan for Gibson Paving, Inc. with conditions (7-0)
• Approved January 9, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0-1)

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to consider several items, including communication and outreach, identifying cleanup target areas, potential bylaw updates, subcommittees, and permitting food trucks for special events. The board will also hear a presentation from Parks and Recreation Director Andrew Fisher and receive neighborhood and district updates. Public discussion is scheduled.

• Discussion and possible action on permitting food trucks for special events
• Discussion and possible action on potential updates to Community Advisory Board bylaws
• Discussion and possible action on identifying target areas for cleanup in each district
• Parks and Recreation presentation by Director Andrew Fisher
• Approval of December 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and second reading on updated Land Development Regulations. They will also vote on several FY25 contracts, including street paving and the Adagio Lane Improvements Project, and discuss 2026 budget priorities.

• Second and final reading of updated Land Development Regulations
• FY25 Adagio Lane Improvements Project contract with Wagner General Contractors, Inc.
• FY25 Street Paving Project contract with Gibson Paving, Inc.
• Design contract for Scott's Creek Greenway with Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.
• Discussion of 2026 budget priorities and strategic goals

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted updated Land Development Regulations (LDR) for the city, approved multiple construction and service agreements, and directed staff to plan a July 5, 2025 fireworks event. All votes were recorded as presented, with one resolution passing 4-1 and the fireworks motion passing 4-0-1.

• Adopted updated Land Development Regulations (5-0)
• Approved FY25 Adagio Lane improvements agreement with Wagner General Contractors (5-0)
• Approved FY25 Street Paving agreement with Gibson Paving (5-0)
• Approved Scott's Creek Greenway design agreement with Smith Seckman Reid (5-0)
• Amended Tennessee Soccer Academy agreement to include competitive soccer (5-0)
• Approved USTA youth tennis program contractor agreement (5-0)
• Authorized Financial Obligation Agreement with Industrial Development Board (4-1)
• Directed City Manager to plan July 5, 2025 fireworks event with Pyro Shows (4-0-1)

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will meet to approve minutes, hear reports on debt and finances, and consider a resolution for draw request 14 related to the Ashmont Developer, LLC tax increment financing. This is a routine meeting with one substantive action item.

• Approval of minutes from December 19, 2024
• Report on Debt Obligation, TIF City Gateway Note, Series 2024
• IDB Financial Statements for fiscal year to date December 2024
• Resolution approving draw request 14 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF

The Industrial Development Board approved a resolution authorizing draw request 14 under the tax increment financing agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC. The board also approved the December 19, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved draw request 14 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (5-0)
• Approved December 19, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on renaming the Lakeland Athletic Complex to the Brody Townsend Athletic Complex. They will also consider adopting updated Land Development Regulations, approving several construction contracts, and authorizing grant applications and a condemnation action.

• Ordinance to rename Lakeland Athletic Complex to Brody Townsend Athletic Complex (second and final reading)
• Ordinance adopting updated Land Development Regulations (first reading)
• Resolution approving agreement with ABES Contracting, LLC for FY2025 Concrete Project
• Resolution approving agreement with Wagner General Contractors, Inc. for FY25 Adagio Lane Improvements Project
• Resolution authorizing condemnation proceedings for parcels L0159 00143 and L0159 00493

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Parks and Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board will convene its annual meeting to elect officers and receive staff reports. Presentations include the City of Lakeland 2025 Special Events Calendar and an update on the pickleball project.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Presentation of 2025 Special Events Calendar
• Presentation on pickleball project

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board held its annual meeting, re-electing Mark Donley as chair, Amber Sawyer as vice chair, and Jessica Cannon as secretary. The board approved the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes by a 6-0-0 voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made; staff gave reports and presentations on the 2025 special events calendar and the pickleball project.

• Re-elected Mark Donley as chair (voice vote, no objections)
• Elected Amber Sawyer as vice chair (voice vote, no objections)
• Elected Jessica Cannon as secretary (voice vote, no objections)
• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-0)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will hold its annual meeting, including election of officers and public discussion. The main business is two action items: approving site plans for Phases V and VI at Lakeland Meadows Planned Development, and approving the preliminary development plan for Areas 1, 4, and 7B at Ashmont Planned Development.

• Action: approval of Site Plan for Phase V and VI at Lakeland Meadows Planned Development
• Action: approval of Preliminary Development Plan Area 1, 4, and 7B at Ashmont Planned Development
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission approved a site plan for Phases V and VI at Lakeland Meadows Planned Development with a condition requiring a perimeter fence and landscaping between lot 108 and public amenities (6-0). It also approved the preliminary development plan for Areas 1, 4, and 7B at Ashmont Planned Development with a condition for a detailed connectivity plan (7-0). The commission elected officers and approved the previous meeting minutes.

• Approved Lakeland Meadows Phase V and VI site plan with condition (6-0)
• Approved Ashmont preliminary development plan Areas 1, 4, 7B with condition (7-0)
• Elected Adam Henry as Chair, Bill Sheridan as Vice Chair, Shawn Rowland as Secretary
• Approved December 12, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)