Lakeland public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several ordinances regarding criminal trespass, municipal court fees, and vehicle parking regulations. The meeting also includes resolutions for road agreements, sewer projects, and safety camera extensions.

• Ordinance: Regulating illegal and unauthorized vehicle parking
• Ordinance: Adding a fee for Municipal Court record expungement
• Resolution: Agreement with TDOT for Canada Road from SR-15 to I-40 bridge
• Resolution: Agreement and Change Order #1 with Shelby Electric Co. for Canada Road & Lake District Drive traffic signal
• Resolution: Five-year extension with Flock Safety for safety cameras

The Board of Commissioners approved a five-year extension for Flock Safety cameras and several infrastructure agreements, including road and sewer projects. The board also passed ordinances regarding criminal trespass, court record expungement fees, and vehicle parking regulations.

• Approved five-year extension for Flock Safety cameras (5-0)
• Approved extension of solid waste collection services contract (4-1)
• Approved ordinance adopting state criminal trespass statute (5-0)
• Approved ordinance adding fee for Municipal Court record expungement (5-0)
• Approved ordinance to regulate illegal and unauthorized vehicle parking (5-0)
• Approved TDOT agreement for Canada Road from SR-15 to I-40 overpass (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Canada Road & Lake District Drive traffic signal (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 expenditure authority for Chick-Fil-A grand opening event (4-1)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will consider a fence height special exception, recommend amendments to the Ashmont Planned Development Outline Plan, and approve a preliminary development plan for Ashmont. The commission will also elect officers. Public discussion is scheduled.

• Fence Height Special Exception to exceed six feet
• Amendments to Ashmont Planned Development Outline Plan
• Preliminary Development Plan for Ashmont Planned Development
• Election of commission officers

The Commission approved a fence height special exception for a 10-foot maximum, recommended technical amendments to the Ashmont Planned Development Outline Plan, and approved the preliminary development plan. It deferred a vote on multi-family uses in the Ashmont plan and elected new officers.

• Approved Fence Height Special Exception for 10-foot max (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Ashmont 'Technical Changes' amendments (6-0)
• Deferred Ashmont multi-family use amendment (2.B.)
• Approved Ashmont Preliminary Development Plan (6-0)
• Elected Adam Henry as Chair, Amber Hitchcock as Vice-Chair, Shawn Rowland as Secretary (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on three ordinances: adopting the state criminal trespass statute, adding a fee for expungement of records by the Municipal Court, and regulating illegal vehicle parking. They will also consider resolutions for road projects, contracts, and meeting schedules, plus discuss the status of The Lake District.

• Ordinance adopting state criminal trespass statute (2nd reading)
• Ordinance adding fee for expungement of records by Municipal Court (2nd reading)
• Ordinance regulating illegal and unauthorized vehicle parking (2nd reading)
• Resolution approving TDOT agreement for Canada Road from SR-15 to I-40 bridge overpass
• Resolution approving change order with Shelby Electric Co. for traffic signal at Canada Road & Lake District Drive

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is meeting to consider two resolutions related to the Lakeland Gateway development. The board will vote on an amendment to the development agreement with the City of Lakeland and on a development and finance agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC, including loan documents from First Citizens National Bank.

• Resolution approving amendment to development agreement for Lakeland Gateway
• Resolution approving development and finance agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC
• Approval of loan documents from First Citizens National Bank

The Industrial Development Board unanimously approved two resolutions related to the Lakeland Gateway development: an amendment to the development agreement with the City of Lakeland, and a development and finance agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC, including loan documents from First Citizens National Bank. Both resolutions passed by voice vote, 5-0.

• Approved amendment to development agreement for Lakeland Gateway (5-0)
• Approved development and finance agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC (5-0)
• Approved loan documents from First Citizens National Bank (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on the second and final reading of an ordinance amending sewer user rates. They will also consider first readings on ordinances about criminal trespass, court record expungement fees, and illegal parking, plus resolutions on a municipal court clerk, emergency debris removal, USDA funding for a community center, and a development agreement amendment. Discussions are scheduled on a potential Christmas parade and public access to Garner Lake.

• Ordinance second reading: amends O-7-2023 sewer user rates and charges
• Ordinance first reading: adopts state criminal trespass statute (Title 11, Section 11-601)
• Ordinance first reading: adds fee for expungement of records by Municipal Court
• Ordinance first reading: regulates illegal/unauthorized vehicle parking (Title 15, Sections 15-604 and 15-704)
• Resolution: authorizes City Manager to seek USDA Rural Development loan for Lakeland Community Center

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners approved the second and final reading of an ordinance establishing sewer user rates and charge adjustments, along with multiple other ordinances and resolutions. The board discussed partial public access to Garner Lake and a potential Christmas parade, taking no formal action on either discussion item. Additionally, the board authorized seeking funding for a community center and approved an emergency debris removal agreement.

• Approved November 2, 2023 regular meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved November 2, 2023 beer board meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved ordinance establishing sewer user rates and sewer charge adjustments on second and final reading (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance adopting state criminal trespass statute (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance adding municipal court record expungement fee (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance regulating illegal and unauthorized vehicle parking (5-0)
• Approved resolution appointing a Municipal Court Clerk (5-0)
• Approved resolution for emergency debris removal agreement with Michael's Tree and Loader Service (5-0)

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss updates on the Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase I lighting and the IH Managerial Park restroom facility project. The agenda includes old and new business items, with no votes specified.

• Approval of minutes from July 11 and September 12, 2023 meetings
• Update on Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase I lighting
• Discussion of IH Managerial Park restroom facility project
• Division updates

The Board met to review updates on city park projects and division operations. No motions for action were presented regarding the Lakeland Athletic Complex or the Managerial Park Restroom Facility project.

• Approved September 12, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will consider approval of landscape plans for the Evergreen Planned Development, a land disturbance permit at 0 Beverle Rivera Drive, and discuss the Ritter fiberoptic project. The meeting also includes approval of the September 14, 2023 minutes and public discussion.

• Approval of Evergreen PD Landscape Plans
• Land Disturbance Permit at 0 Beverle Rivera Drive
• Discussion of Ritter fiberoptic project in Lakeland
• Approval of minutes from September 14, 2023

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission approved landscape plans for the Evergreen PD and a land disturbance permit at 0 Beverle Rivera Drive. The board also discussed the Ritter fiberoptic project with public comment and company representatives, but took no action on it.

• Approved September 14, 2023 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Evergreen PD Landscape Plans (5-0)
• Approved Land Disturbance Permit at 0 Beverle Rivera Drive (6-0)
• Discussed Ritter fiberoptic project — no action taken

General

The Lakeland Beer Board is meeting to consider a resolution approving an on-premises beer permit for Portales Mexican Tapas & Tequila LLC at 9845 Lake District Drive, Suite 133. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, invocation, pledge, roll call, and public comments.

• Resolution to approve on-premises beer permit for Portales Mexican Tapas & Tequila LLC at 9845 Lake District Drive, Suite 133

The Beer Board approved a resolution for an on-premises beer permit for a business located at 9845 Lake District Drive Suite 133.

• Approved on-premises beer permit for Portales Mexican Tapas & Tequila LLC (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will meet on November 2, 2023, to approve meeting minutes, authorize a property-use agreement for The Refuge Church at 0 Huff N Puff Road, and require underground electric lines on Seed Tick Road and Old Brownsville Road. The board will also discuss a possible change to the sewer rate increase effective date.

• Resolution authorizing City Manager to draft agreement for The Refuge Church to use property at 0 Huff N Puff Road
• Resolution requiring new electric distribution lines on Seed Tick Road and Old Brownsville Road to be underground
• Resolution approving the Equestria Planned Development outline plan
• Discussion and possible action on changing the effective date of the July 1, 2023 sewer rate increase
• Approval of regular and special called meeting minutes from September and October 2023

The Board of Commissioners deferred the Equestria Planned Development outline plan to a later date (4-0) after discussion and public comment. They also approved the first reading of an ordinance amending sewer rates and charges (4-0), and approved a resolution amending prior resolutions and the 2023 meeting calendar (4-0). Minutes from three prior meetings were approved (4-0).

• Approved minutes from Sept 21, Sept 29, and Oct 5 meetings (4-0)
• Deferred Equestria Planned Development outline plan (4-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending sewer rates (O-7-2023) (4-0)
• Approved resolution amending R-134-2022, R-25-2023, R-70-119-2023 and 2023 meeting calendar (4-0)

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board will meet to review past meeting minutes, discuss public safety initiatives including the Neighborhood Watch program, and consider a street light assessment and LED conversion project. The board will also receive a presentation on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts.

• Discussion and possible action on Public Safety and Neighborhood Watch program
• Discussion and possible action on street light assessment and LED conversion
• Presentation on TIF Districts

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board held a regular meeting on October 24, 2023, but did not meet quorum, meaning no official action could be taken. Members discussed public safety, a street light assessment and LED conversion, and TIF Districts, but deferred all decisions to future meetings.

• Approval of April 25, 2023 meeting minutes moved to next meeting due to lack of quorum
• Public safety discussion moved to next agenda
• Street light assessment and LED conversion discussion held with no action taken
• TIF Districts presentation and discussion held with no action taken

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on October 5, 2023, at 6:00 PM in Conference Room A of City Hall. The main item is a second and final reading of an ordinance to regulate short-term rental properties. The board will also consider several resolutions, including purchasing a restroom facility, approving a TDOT agreement, and authorizing contracts for debris removal and intersection improvements.

• Ordinance (2nd reading) to regulate short-term rental placement
• Ordinance (1st reading) to expand disturbing the peace language
• Resolution to purchase restroom facility for International Harvester Managerial Park (Sourcewell contract #081721-PRM)
• Resolution approving TDOT agreement for Davies Plantation Road (SR-15 to I-40)
• Resolution approving contract with Michael's Tree and Loader Service for emergency debris removal

The Board approved a second-reading ordinance regulating short-term rental placement (5-0). They also approved resolutions for a park restroom purchase, a TDOT road agreement, and joining the H-GAC purchasing program, and amended and approved an emergency debris removal contract. A disturbing-the-peace ordinance was not voted on, and two agenda items were differed to future meetings.

• Approved short-term rental placement ordinance (5-0)
• Approved restroom facility purchase for International Harvester Managerial Park (5-0)
• Approved TDOT agreement for Davies Plantation Road (5-0)
• Approved joining H-GAC Cooperative Purchasing Program (4-1)
• Amended and approved Michael's Tree and Loader Service emergency debris removal contract (5-0)
• Differed Canon & Canon intersection improvements amendment to November 2 meeting (5-0)
• Differed Refuge Church property use agreement to future agenda (5-0)
• Differed approval of previous meeting minutes to next meeting

General

The Land Development Regulations Update Subcommittee is meeting to discuss an agenda item, with details provided in an attached file. The agenda itself contains no specific decisions or discussion points beyond the reference to the attachment.

• Meeting of the Land Development Regulations Update Subcommittee
• Agenda item references an attached file for details

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will meet in a special called session to vote on resolutions authorizing the purchase of two properties and to send a letter supporting Youth Villages' request for state funding. The meeting is held in Conference Room A due to construction in the Board room.

• Purchase of property owned by Gita Sam Shiv f/k/a Gangaben Patel
• Purchase of property owned by Belz Investco GP
• Letter of support for Youth Villages' Memphis Allies Initiative funding request for fiscal year 2025
• Change Order #1 to the Building Demolition project

At a special called meeting on September 29, 2023, the Lakeland Board of Commissioners approved four resolutions by unanimous 3-0 voice votes. These included purchasing property from Gita Sam Shiv fikia Gangaben Patel and Belz Investco GP, supporting Youth Villages' state funding request, and approving Change Order #1 for the Building Demolition project. Two commissioners were absent, and no other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved resolution R-68-2023 authorizing purchase of property owned by Gita Sam Shiv fikia Gangaben Patel (3-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing purchase of property owned by Belz Investco GP (3-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Youth Villages' FY2025 state funding request for Memphis Allies Initiative (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 to the Building Demolition project (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, reports from the sheriff and city manager, and a consent agenda. The main business includes a first reading of an ordinance to regulate short-term rentals, and several resolutions for appointments and contracts, including pavement assessment and intersection improvements.

• Ordinance (first reading) to regulate short-term rental placement in Land Development Regulations
• Resolution to appoint commissioner liaison to Land Development Regulations Update sub-committee
• Resolution approving agreement with Pavement Management Group, LLC for pavement assessment services
• Resolution approving Amendment #1 to Cannon & Cannon, Inc. agreement for Highway 70 at Seed Tick Road Intersection Improvements
• Resolution amending meeting calendar resolutions R-134-2022, R-25-2023, R-70-2023

The Board passed an ordinance on first reading to regulate short-term rental properties, including a sunset provision and coverage for all zoning districts. Other actions included approving a pavement assessment agreement and appointing a committee liaison.

• Approved short-term rental ordinance on first reading with amendments (5-0)
• Denied amendment to add rental registry and $10 annual fee (1-4)
• Approved appointment of Commissioner Atkinson as Land Development Regulations Update sub-committee liaison (5-0)
• Approved pavement assessment agreement with Pavement Management Group, LLC (5-0)
• Tabled Amendment #1 for Highway 70 at Seed Tick Road Intersection Improvements (5-0)
• Approved amendments to the 2023 City of Lakeland meeting calendar (5-0)
• Approved September 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-1)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will decide on two items at this meeting: approval of the Lakeland School System administration building site plan and building elevations, and approval of the Equestria planned development outline plan. The meeting follows standard procedural steps including roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Approval of Lakeland School System administration building site plan and elevations
• Approval of Equestria planned development outline plan

The Lakeland Municipal Planning Commission approved the site plan and building elevations for the Lakeland School System administration building as presented, with a 6-0 voice vote. The commission also approved the amended Equestria planned development outline plan as presented by city staff, with a 7-0 voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Lakeland School System administration building site plan and elevations (6-0)
• Approved amended Equestria planned development outline plan (7-0)

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board is meeting to hear a presentation from soccer contractor Sean Andre, receive updates on the Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase II, and discuss board membership terms and the FY23 Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and division updates.

• Presentation from soccer contractor Sean Andre
• Updates on Lakeland Athletic Complex, Phase II
• Discussion on PRB membership terms
• FY23 CIP update
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The board reviewed design options for the International Harvester Managerial Park and discussed FY24 Capital Improvement Projects. No substantive votes were taken on these items, and the approval of previous meeting minutes was deferred due to a lack of quorum.

• Approval of July 11, 2023, meeting minutes moved to next agenda (quorum not met)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, treasurer's report, and public comments. The board will vote on several resolutions, including authorizing condemnation proceedings for a parcel in the Lakeland Gateway TIF District for public safety facilities, and discuss possible regulation of short-term rentals.

• Resolution authorizing condemnation of Patel-owned parcel in Lakeland Gateway TIF District for public safety facilities
• Resolution authorizing financing for water facilities project (SRF 2022-476-01)
• Resolution amending meeting calendar resolutions R-134-2022, R-25-2023, R-70-2023
• Resolution repealing resolutions R-58-2023 and R-59-2023
• Discussion on regulating short-term residential rentals

General

The Transportation Subcommittee will review existing and future model results, socioeconomic data, and discuss recommended infrastructure projects including committed, previous, and new projects. The meeting will also cover multimodal recommendations.

• Review Future socioeconomic data based on Future Land Use Plan
• Discuss recommended infrastructure projects (committed, previous, and new)
• Discuss multimodal recommendations

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is meeting to discuss and possibly approve a contract amendment for tax increment financing (TIF) for Lakeland Commons, and to consider changes to its TIF policies. They will also review the status of The Lake District TIF. The meeting includes routine items like approving previous minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on professional services contract amendment 2 for Lakeland Commons TIF
• Resolution to amend TIF Program Policies and Procedures
• Discussion on current status of The Lake District TIF

The Industrial Development Board approved an amendment to the professional services contract for Lakeland Commons, LP. The board also voted to amend the Tax Increment Financing Program Policies and Procedures. No action was taken regarding The Lake District TIF.

• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved professional services contract amendment 2 for Lakeland Commons, LP (4-0)
• Approved resolution amending Tax Increment Financing Program Policies and Procedures (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a second reading of a budget amendment for fiscal year 2023. They will also consider multiple resolutions, including residential development contracts with Valleybrook Development for Lakeland Meadows phases, a road resurfacing agreement, and various service and equipment purchases. The agenda includes reports from the sheriff, city manager, and municipal court, as well as a discussion on facilities needs in the Lakeland Gateway area.

• Ordinance amending FY2023 budget (second and final reading)
• Residential development contracts with Valleybrook Development, LLC for Lakeland Meadows Phases V, VI-A, IX-A, X-A
• Professional services agreement with Fisher and Arnold, Inc. for South Canada Road Resurfacing
• Purchase of Kubota M7060HD tractor from First Choice Farm and Lawn
• Agreement with Flock Safety for annual renewal

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, reports from the sheriff and city manager, and a consent agenda. The main business includes a first reading of an ordinance amending the FY2023 budget, a resolution to fund the Chamber of Commerce, and several resolutions related to emergency procurement for storm debris removal and recovery from the June 25 high wind event. The board will also consider resolutions for grant applications, software licenses, and a land purchase in The Lake District.

• Ordinance first reading amending FY2023 annual budget (O-10-2022, as amended)
• Resolution authorizing funding agreement with Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce for FY2023-2024
• Resolutions approving emergency procurement for debris removal, tree removal, and pavilion demolition
• Resolution authorizing letter of intent with The Lake District, LLC to purchase 7.3 acres
• Resolution adopting an Information Security Program for the City

The Board approved several emergency procurements for debris and tree removal following a June 25 high wind event. Other actions included authorizing grant applications for transportation and environmental programs and approving a land purchase letter of intent.

• Approved emergency procurement for debris removal and hauling (5-0)
• Approved emergency procurement for tree removal and pavilion demolition (5-0)
• Approved emergency procurement for downed and dangerous tree removal (5-0)
• Authorized application for TDOT 2023 Statewide Partnership Program (5-0)
• Authorized application for American Rescue Plan Competitive Grant program (5-0)
• Authorized letter of intent to purchase 7.3 acres in The Lake District (5-0)
• Passed first reading of FY 2023 annual budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved funding agreement with Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to consider two resolutions: one approving a partial settlement in a condemnation case and authorizing additional court deposits, and another authorizing the purchase of property from Quantum Hotels, L.L.C. The agenda also includes routine items like a public hearing, treasurer's report, and public comments.

• Resolution approving partial settlement of condemnation proceedings (R-65-2023)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of property from Quantum Hotels, L.L.C. (R-60-2023)

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting and approved two resolutions, each by a 3-1 roll call vote. The first approved a partial settlement of a condemnation proceeding and authorized depositing additional funds with the Court Clerk. The second authorized the purchase of property owned by Quantum Hotels, L.L.C. Commissioner Mccarter voted against both and requested an Alta Survey for the condemnation properties.

• Approved partial settlement of condemnation proceeding and additional court deposit (3-1)
• Authorized purchase of Quantum Hotels property (3-1)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two action items: approval of the site plan and building elevations for Lot 4 of the Lakeland Commons Planned Development, and approval of the City of Lakeland Land Use Plan. Public discussion is also scheduled.

• Approval of Lakeland Commons PD, Lot 4 site plan and building elevations
• Approval of the City of Lakeland Land Use Plan

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with updates on the Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase II, presentations on the International Harvester Managerial Park design, the department's action plan, and the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) list. The board will also discuss upcoming LSS facility requests and receive division updates. Public discussion is scheduled.

• Update on Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase II
• Presentation on International Harvester Managerial Park design updates
• Presentation on Parks and Recreation Department Action Plan
• Discussion on Parks and Recreation CIP list
• Discussion on upcoming LSS facilities requests

The Board approved the June 13 meeting minutes. Members reviewed FY24 Capital Improvement Projects and design options for the International Harvester Managerial Park, including a new prefabricated restroom facility.

• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is meeting to discuss business recruitment at the Ashmont development, receive an update from the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, and consider a resolution approving amendment 2 to a professional services contract related to tax increment financing for Lakeland Commons, LP. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous minutes and public discussion.

• Discussion and presentation of business recruitment at Ashmont development
• Discussion and update with the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce
• Resolution approving professional services contract amendment 2 for tax increment financing for Lakeland Commons, LP

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting to adopt the annual budget and tax rate for fiscal year 2023-24 and amend the current year’s budget. Commissioners will also vote on multiple professional service agreements, including design work for Davies Plantation Road bike-pedestrian improvements and several demolition, security, roofing, and appraisal contracts.

• Second and final reading of annual budget and tax rate for FY 2023-24
• Second and final reading of FY 2023 budget amendment
• Professional services agreement with A2H, Inc. for Davies Plantation Road Bike/Pedestrian Improvements project
• Agreement with Complete Demolition Services, LLC for building demolition
• Agreement with FALU Security Corporation for security services

The Board of Commissioners adopted the annual budget and tax rate for fiscal year 2024 (3-1), with Commissioner Mccarter voting against. The board also approved the amended FY2023 budget (3-1) and passed several resolutions for professional services, demolition, security, and other projects. A discussion item on current and future business/development was tabled without objection.

• Adopted FY2024 annual budget and tax rate (3-1)
• Amended FY2023 annual budget (3-1)
• Approved A2H, Inc. agreement for Davies Plantation Road Bike/Pedestrian Improvements design (3-1)
• Approved Complete Demolition Services agreement for building demolition (3-1)
• Approved FALU Security Corporation agreement for security services (3-1)
• Approved Change Order #1 for City Hall ADA Interior Improvement project (4-0)
• Approved Blue Cross Healthy Places grant application (4-0)
• Approved Inclusive Playground Grant application (3-0-1, Mccarter abstained)

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board is meeting to discuss updates on the Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase II, a sponsorship policy, and upcoming items for the Board of Commissioners meeting. They will also discuss action steps from spring 2023 goal-setting sessions and receive division updates. The meeting includes public discussion and approval of previous minutes.

• Updates on Lakeland Athletic Complex, Phase II
• Discussion and possible action on Sponsorship Policy
• Presentation of items for June 15, 2023 Board of Commissioners meeting
• Action steps from spring 2023 program goal setting sessions

The Lakeland Parks & Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board approved the May 9, 2023 meeting minutes with a grammar amendment. The board discussed updates on the Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase II, including progress on lighting and design, and reviewed adjustments to the Sponsorship Policy. No formal action was taken on these items, and the meeting was adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved May 9, 2023 regular meeting minutes with grammar amendment (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will consider two site-specific approvals: a sign plan for the Lakeland Town Center PD Shell Station and a site plan for a Starbucks. The commission will also discuss and possibly act on an update to the proposed Lakeland PULSE Land Use Plan (draft). The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and public discussion.

• Sign Plan approval for Lakeland Town Center PD Shell Station
• Starbucks Site Plan approval
• Discussion and possible action on Lakeland PULSE Land Use Plan (draft)

The Lakeland Municipal Planning Commission approved a sign plan for the Lakeland Town Center PD Shell Station and a site plan for a Starbucks at 9014 Highway 64, both by unanimous voice votes. The commission also discussed an update on the proposed Lakeland PULSE Land Use Plan but took no action. Minutes from the May 11 meeting were approved.

• Approved sign plan for Lakeland Town Center PD Shell Station (6-0)
• Approved Starbucks site plan at 9014 Highway 64 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2023 meeting (6-0)
• Discussed Lakeland PULSE Land Use Plan update; no action taken

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is meeting to consider a resolution adopting a development agreement with the City of Lakeland for the Lakeland Gateway project. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of previous minutes and public discussion.

• Resolution adopting a development agreement for Lakeland Gateway

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board unanimously approved a resolution adopting a development agreement with the City of Lakeland for the Lakeland Gateway project. The vote was 7-0. The board also approved the minutes of the March 23, 2023 meeting.

• Approved development agreement for Lakeland Gateway (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 23, 2023 meeting (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, reports from the sheriff and city manager, and public comments. The main business is the first reading of two ordinances: adopting the FY2024 budget and tax rate, and amending the FY2023 budget. The board will also vote on resolutions for janitorial services, a truck purchase, property acquisition negotiations, and neighborhood watch certificates.

• Ordinance first reading: adopt annual budget and tax rate for FY July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024
• Ordinance first reading: amend FY2023 budget (O-10-2022, as amended)
• Resolution: approve janitorial services agreement with CMJ Cleaning Service LLC
• Resolution: approve purchase of Chevrolet 1500 truck from Serra Chevrolet
• Resolution: authorize property acquisition negotiations for Lakeland Gateway TIF District parcels

The Board of Commissioners approved the first reading of the FY2024 budget ordinance with an amended tax rate of $1.19, and also passed the first reading of an ordinance amending the FY2023 budget. A resolution authorizing property acquisition negotiations for the Lakeland Gateway TIF District was approved, and a janitorial services agreement was tabled. The board also approved the purchase of a Chevrolet 1500 truck and a resolution amending the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Approved FY2024 budget ordinance first reading with $1.19 tax rate (4-1)
• Approved FY2023 budget amendment ordinance first reading (4-1)
• Approved resolution authorizing property acquisition negotiations for Lakeland Gateway TIF District (4-1)
• Tabled janitorial services agreement with CMJ Cleaning Service LLC (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Chevrolet 1500 truck from Serra Chevrolet (4-1)
• Approved resolution for Neighborhood Watch certificates of appreciation (5-0)
• Approved resolution amending R-134-2022 and R-25, 2023 and 2023 meeting calendar (4-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including May 4, 2023 minutes with correction (4-0)

General

The Lakeland PULSE Advisory Committee is meeting to review the draft Future Land Use Plan. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural (call to order, roll call, announcements, adjournment).

• Review draft Future Land Use Plan

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the April minutes and hearing public discussion. The main items are a land disturbance permit for the Ashmont Planned Development and a sketch plan for the Chapel Lakes Planned Development. No decisions are noted in the agenda; these are items for discussion or action.

• Ashmont PD Land Disturbance Permit
• Chapel Lakes PD Sketch Plan
• Approval of April 13, 2023 minutes

The commission approved the Ashmont PD land disturbance permit as presented by a 7-0 voice vote. The Chapel Lakes PD sketch plan was discussed at length but no action was taken. The meeting also included approval of the April 13, 2023 minutes and adjournment.

• Approved Ashmont PD land disturbance permit (7-0)
• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Discussed Chapel Lakes PD sketch plan, no action taken
• Adjourned meeting at 7:04 p.m.

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board will discuss goal setting and policy for the Lakeland Senior Center. The board may also take action on the Sponsorship Policy and Parks and Recreation fees. Additionally, members will receive updates on the Athletic Complex, Phase II.

• Updates on the Athletic Complex, Phase II
• Discussion and possible action on Lakeland Senior Center Policy
• Discussion and possible action on the Sponsorship Policy
• Discussion and possible action on Parks and Recreation Fees
• Eagle Scout Project Presentation by Richard Fabacher

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a second reading of an ordinance amending the fiscal year 2023 budget. They will also consider resolutions for a street preservation project, accepting public improvements at Lakeland Preparatory School, and extending the Arcadia Planned Residential Development plan and sewer concept. Additionally, they will discuss the use of the school's library facilities.

• Ordinance amending FY2023 budget (second and final reading)
• Resolution approving agreement with Holbrook Asphalt, LLC for FY2023 street preservation project
• Resolution accepting dedication of public improvements at Lakeland Preparatory School
• Resolution extending Preliminary Development Plan for Arcadia Planned Residential Development
• Discussion on use of Lakeland Preparatory School library facilities

The Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions regarding the Arcadia Planned Residential Development and street preservation. They also passed an ordinance amending the fiscal year 2023 annual budget and authorized legal proceedings for land condemnation.

• Authorized city attorney to pursue condemnation of Quantum Hotels, LLC parcel for parks and recreation facilities (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Holbrook Asphalt, LLC for FY2023 street preservation project (4-0)
• Approved extension of Preliminary Development Plan for Arcadia Planned Residential Development (4-0)
• Approved extension of sewer concept plan for Arcadia Planned Residential Development (4-0)
• Passed second and final reading of ordinance amending FY2023 annual budget (4-0)
• Accepted dedication of public improvements at Lakeland Preparatory School (4-0)
• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Discussed use of Lakeland Preparatory School library facilities; no action taken

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with items including approval of previous minutes, public discussion, and reports. The main business involves discussions and possible actions on a public safety update regarding Neighborhood Watch, a City of Lakeland communications plan update, and an update on economic development activities.

• Discussion and possible action on Public Safety update - Neighborhood Watch
• Discussion and possible action on City of Lakeland communications plan update
• Discussion and possible action on City of Lakeland economic development activities update

The Community Advisory Board met April 25, 2023, and approved the January 24, 2023 minutes as written (5-0). Members discussed a public safety marketing plan update and voted to add public safety as a discussion item for the next meeting (5-0). No action was taken on the city communications plan or economic development updates, which were discussion only.

• Approved Jan 24, 2023 meeting minutes as written (5-0)
• Added public safety as discussion item for next meeting (5-0)
• No action on communications plan update (discussion only)
• No action on economic development update (discussion only)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and final readings on ordinances to adjust sewer user rates and municipal code. The meeting also includes a first reading for fiscal year 2023 budget amendments and discussions regarding transit partnerships.

• Second and final reading of ordinance to amend sewer user rates and charge adjustments
• Second and final reading of ordinance amending Title 18 (Water and Sewers) Section 18-211
• First reading of ordinance to amend the fiscal year 2023 annual budget
• Resolution authorizing property acquisition negotiations in the Lakeland Gateway TIF District
• Discussion regarding a potential partnership with the Memphis Area Transit Authority

The Board of Commissioners approved two sewer-related ordinances on second and final reading, both by 5-0 votes, and passed a first reading of a FY2023 budget amendment. The board tabled a resolution amending the Neighborhood Watch Funds Reimbursement Policy, and approved resolutions for a National Day of Prayer proclamation, National Nurses Month, a Crime Prevention Neighborhood Watch liaison, and property acquisition negotiations for the Lakeland Gateway TIF District.

• Approved sewer user rates ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Approved Title 18 sewer code amendment (5-0)
• Approved FY2023 budget amendment first reading (5-0)
• Approved National Day of Prayer proclamation (5-0)
• Approved National Nurses Month proclamation (4-0)
• Tabled Neighborhood Watch Funds Reimbursement Policy amendment (4-0)
• Approved Crime Prevention Neighborhood Watch liaison resolution (4-0)
• Appointed Commissioner McCarter as Crime Prevention Neighborhood Watch liaison (4-0)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will consider a time extension for the Arcadia Planned Residential Development, discuss a lighting plan for a Mobil Station, and receive a progress report on the PULSE and Land Development Regulations update. Public discussion is also scheduled.

• Action on approval of Arcadia Planned Residential Development - Time Extension
• Discussion and possible action on Mobil Station Lighting Plan (March 2018)
• PULSE and Land Development Regulations Update Progress Report

The Commission recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve a time extension for the Arcadia Planned Residential Development. No action was taken regarding the Mobil Station Lighting Plan.

• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Arcadia Planned Residential Development time extension (7-0)
• No action taken on Mobil Station Lighting Plan

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda, public discussion, and updates. Key items include an update on the Athletic Complex Phase II, a presentation and discussion on the cheer program with contract instructor Candace Nurse, and goal setting for the Lakeland Senior Center.

• Approval of meeting minutes from previous meetings
• Update on Athletic Complex Phase II
• Presentation and discussion on Cheer Program with contract instructor Candace Nurse
• Discussion and goal setting for Lakeland Senior Center
• Division updates

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation Board approved the March 21, 2023 meeting minutes unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates from tennis and cheer coaches, senior center programming, and staff reports on park projects and events.

• Approved March 21, 2023 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a second-reading ordinance that updates the city’s official depositories for municipal accounts. Commissioners will also receive reports from recent meetings of city boards and vote on several resolutions, including purchases, sewer projects, and a one-year moratorium on new commercial development along Canada Road.

• Final reading of ordinance amending municipal code section 5-101 on city account depositories
• Resolution approving Change Order #1 for City Hall ADA Exterior Improvement project
• Resolution approving purchase of mastic melting machine ($X) from KM International via Sourcewell contract #080521
• Resolution approving one-year moratorium on new commercial development along Canada Road
• Resolution authorizing disaster relief donations to Covington, TN and Wynne, AR

The Board of Commissioners approved a one-year moratorium on new commercial development along Canada Road (3-1), with Commissioner McCarter voting against. The board also approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a sewer improvement agreement, equipment purchases, and a depositories ordinance amendment. A Neighborhood Watch Liaison item was tabled until the next agenda.

• Approved one-year moratorium on new commercial development along Canada Road (3-1)
• Approved Amendment #5 to Buchart Horn agreement for Clear Creek Interceptor Phase A (4-0)
• Approved Blue & Green Day Mid-South proclamation for April 14, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending official depositories for city accounts (4-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Title 18 sewer section 18-211 (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for City Hall ADA Exterior Improvement project (4-0)
• Approved purchase of mastic melting machine from KM International (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Exten-A-Kutt II shoulder mower from CMI Equipment (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review the first draft of the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Budget prepared by City Staff. The purpose of the workshop is to obtain feedback from the Board regarding the proposed city funds budget.

• Presentation of City Staff-prepared first draft of the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Budget

The Board of Commissioners met for a special meeting to review the first draft of the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Budget. City staff provided presentations and the Board discussed the draft; however, no formal action was taken.

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes from past meetings and discuss tax increment financing for Lakeland Commons, LP. The board may also review the status of the Lake District TIF.

• Resolution to approve draw requests 19 and 20 for Lakeland Commons tax increment financing

The Industrial Development Board approved Resolution R-40-2023, authorizing draw requests 19 and 20 under the tax increment financing for Lakeland Commons, LP, by a unanimous 6-0 roll call vote. The board also discussed the status of the Lake District TIF but took no action. Minutes from January 26 and February 16, 2023, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution R-40-2023 for TIF draw requests 19 and 20 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 26 and February 16, 2023 (6-0)
• Discussed Lake District TIF status, no action taken

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with a presentation on the cheerleading contract program, approval of previous minutes, and public discussion. Old business includes an update on the Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase II design and engineering, while new business features a work session on youth and adult athletics programs and division updates.

• Cheerleading contract program presentation
• Approval of meeting minutes from previous meetings
• Discussion and update on Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase II project design and engineering
• Discussion and work session on Lakeland Youth and Adult Athletics Programs
• Division updates

The board approved the February 21 meeting minutes and discussed the possibility of bringing a YMCA facility to Lakeland. Staff provided updates on the Athletic Complex and IH Park parking lot improvements.

• Approved February 21, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Approved $400,000 for power and lighting at Phase 1 fields (reported as Board of Commissioners action from March 9)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will vote on approving a site plan for a Dunkin at 8984 US Hwy 64 and a cell tower at 8922 US Hwy 64. They will also discuss a Mobil Station lighting plan from March 2018. The meeting includes routine items like approving previous minutes and public discussion.

• Action on Dunkin site plan at 8984 US Hwy 64
• Action on cell tower at 8922 US Hwy 64
• Discussion on Mobil Station lighting plan (March 2018)

The commission approved the site plan for a 150-ft monopole cell tower at 8922 US Highway 64, as recommended by staff. The Dunkin site plan at 8984 US Hwy 64 was deferred because the applicant was not present. The Mobil Station lighting plan was deferred at the applicant's request. Minutes from February 16, 2023, were approved 4-0.

• Approved Highway 64 Cell Tower site plan at 8922 US Hwy 64 (4-0)
• Deferred Dunkin site plan at 8984 US Hwy 64 (4-0)
• Deferred Mobil Station lighting plan at applicant's request
• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: one regulating wireless transmission facilities and another amending the FY2023 budget. They will also consider several resolutions, including contracts for guardrail installation, land development regulations update, sewer work, and an audit, plus a resolution supporting changes to cashless bonds and repeat offender consequences.

• Ordinance to regulate placement of wireless transmission facilities (2nd reading)
• Ordinance amending FY2023 annual budget (2nd reading)
• Resolution approving agreement with Tri-State Guardrail & Sign Co. for FY2023 Guardrail Installation Project
• Resolution approving agreement with Kimley Horn for Land Development Regulations update
• Resolution supporting elimination of cashless bonds and enhanced consequences for repeat offenders

The Board passed the second and final reading of an ordinance regulating wireless transmission facilities, amended to allow the MPC to approve lower minimum distances in commercial districts if an applicant's engineer demonstrates compliance with ANSI standards. The Board also approved a $400,000 allocation from the general fund for lighting the Lakeland Athletic Complex field, and passed several resolutions including an audit contract, parking improvements, and sewer-related agreements.

• Approved cell tower ordinance (O-4-2023) as amended (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 for lighting Lakeland Athletic Complex field (4-1)
• Approved first reading of sewer user rate amendment (4-1)
• Approved audit engagement with Watkins Uiberall PLLC (5-0)
• Approved Enscor, LLC agreement for International Harvester Managerial Park parking improvements (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and multiple resolutions (5-0)
• Approved FY2023 budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved Tri-State Guardrail & Sign Co. guardrail installation contract (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners, acting as the Beer Board, will consider two resolutions approving off-premise beer permits for businesses in Lakeland. The meeting includes public comments and standard procedural items.

• Off-premise beer permit for San Kirllus Inc. at 4915 Seed Tick Road
• Off-premise beer permit for 64 Express at 9108 US Highway 64

The Lakeland Beer Board held a special meeting and approved two off-premises beer applications, both by unanimous 3-0 roll call votes. The permits were for San Kirllus Inc. at 4915 Seed Tick Road and 64 Express at 9108 US Highway 64. Two commissioners were absent. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved off-premises beer application for San Kirllus Inc. at 4915 Seed Tick Road (3-0)
• Approved off-premises beer application for 64 Express at 9108 US Highway 64 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss and take action on several items, including final readings of ordinances on wireless transmission facility placement and the FY2023 budget, as well as first reading of a depository ordinance. They will also consider multiple resolutions for contracts and agreements, and discuss potential revisions to the noise ordinance and strategies on cashless bond and repeat offenders. The agenda includes many routine items like minutes approval and reports.

• Ordinance (2nd reading) to regulate wireless transmission facilities in Land Development Regulations
• Ordinance (2nd reading) amending FY2023 budget (O-10-2022, as amended)
• Resolution approving agreement for International Harvester Managerial Park Parking Improvements
• Resolution approving agreement with Tri-State Guardrail & Sign Co. for FY2023 Guardrail Installation Project
• Resolution tentatively approving contract with Eutaw Construction for Clear Creek Interceptor Sanitary Sewer Phase A

General

The Lakeland P.U.L.S.E. Comprehensive Plan public engagement meeting 2 will discuss the plan’s updates and gather resident input. This is a follow-up session to the first public engagement meeting.

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to consider agenda changes, approve prior meeting minutes, and vote on 2023 board leadership. Public discussion will feature a presentation from the Tennessee Soccer Association on the Lakeland Rec. Soccer Program. Old business includes an update on the Lakeland Athletic Complex, Phase II project design, and new business covers nominations for board leadership, a work session on youth and adult athletics programs, and division updates.

• Nomination and vote on Parks and Recreation Board Leadership for 2023
• Presentation from Tennessee Soccer Association on Lakeland Rec. Soccer Program
• Discussion and update on Lakeland Athletic Complex, Phase II project design and engineering
• Work session on Lakeland Youth and Adult Athletics Programs

The Board voted unanimously to retain its current Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for the 2023 calendar year. Members also received progress updates on the Lakeland Athletic Complex and the Lakeland Recreation Soccer Program.

• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Reinstalled Mark Donley as PRB Chair (unanimous)
• Reinstalled Steve Snow as PRB Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Reinstalled Amber Sawyer as PRB Secretary (unanimous)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will vote on several development items, including a proposed amendment to The Lake District PD to add multi-family lots, a sign plan for Lakeland Town Square, and site plans for a Chick-Fil-A at 3423 Lake District Drive and a Dollar General at 10410 US Highway 70. The commission will also consider amending its own by-laws. Public discussion is scheduled.

• Amendment to The Lake District PD to add multi-family lots
• Sign plan for Lakeland Town Square
• Site plan for Chick-Fil-A at 3423 Lake District Drive
• Site plan for Dollar General at 10410 US Highway 70
• Amendment to commission by-laws

The Lakeland Municipal Planning Commission denied the Dollar General site plan at 10410 US Highway 70 by a 6-0 vote, citing a moratorium on new commercial development along Highway 70 and site plan deficiencies. The commission approved the Chick-Fil-A site plan at 3423 Lake District Drive with conditions, and approved the Lakeland Town Square sign plan. A proposed amendment to The Lake District PD to add multi-family lots failed to get a recommendation, with both approval and disapproval motions failing.

• Denied Dollar General site plan at 10410 US Highway 70 (6-0)
• Approved Chick-Fil-A site plan at 3423 Lake District Drive with conditions (6-0)
• Approved sign plan for Lakeland Town Square (5-0-1)
• Approved amendment to MPC By-laws (6-0)
• Motion to recommend approval of Lake District PD multi-family amendment failed (1-5)
• Motion to recommend disapproval of Lake District PD multi-family amendment failed (5-1)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting with a public hearing and a vote on a resolution to approve the Economic Impact Plan and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Plan for the Lakeland Gateway area, and to submit it to the Shelby County Commission. The agenda also includes routine items such as the treasurer's report, committee reports, and public comments.

• Resolution to approve Economic Impact Plan and TIF Plan for Lakeland Gateway area
• Authorizes submission of the plan to Shelby County Commission
• Public hearing scheduled

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting and passed a single substantive resolution. The resolution approved the Economic Impact Plan and Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Lakeland Gateway area and authorized submitting it to the Shelby County Commission. The vote was unanimous, 5-0. No public comments were heard, and no other business was conducted.

• Approved Economic Impact Plan and TIF Plan for Lakeland Gateway (5-0)
• Authorized submission of the plan to the Shelby County Commission

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution approving the Economic Impact Plan and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Plan for the Lakeland Gateway area. If approved, the plan will be submitted to the Lakeland Board of Commissioners and the Shelby County Commission. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public discussion.

• Resolution approving Economic Impact Plan and TIF Plan for Lakeland Gateway area
• Submission of plan to Lakeland Board of Commissioners and Shelby County Commission

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several ordinances regarding sign regulations, smoke shops, and the Municipal Planning Commission. The agenda also includes resolutions for street paving, sewer projects, and various residential development contracts.

• Ordinance: Regulating the placement of smoke shops and CBD stores
• Ordinance: Amending sign regulations (Sections 14-402, 14-403, and 14-404)
• Resolution: Residential development contract with Arbor View Developments, LLC
• Resolution: Agreement with Gibson Paving, Inc. for FY23 Street Paving
• Resolution: Work Authorization 3 with Allen and Hoshall, Inc. for Oliver Creek Sewer Interceptor

The Board of Commissioners approved three ordinances on second reading, including sign code amendments, smoke shop/CBD store placement rules, and Municipal Planning Commission membership changes. It also passed a first-reading ordinance regulating wireless transmission facilities (4-1) and approved several resolutions, including a development contract for Heathfield at Scotts Creek and a strategic goals resolution amended to add road maintenance as a priority.

• Approved sign code amendments (5-0)
• Approved smoke shop/CBD store placement regulations (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Planning Commission membership changes (5-0)
• Approved wireless transmission facility ordinance, first reading (4-1)
• Approved FY2023 budget amendment, first reading (5-0)
• Approved Heathfield at Scotts Creek Phase 1 development contract (5-0)
• Approved strategic goals resolution, amended to add road maintenance (5-0)
• Tabled Lakeland logo apparel discussion (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

This is a special meeting of the Lakeland Board of Commissioners. The main item is a discussion of the Board's strategic plans and goals to guide the annual budget process. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items such as call to order, public hearing, and reports.

• Discussion of strategic plans and goals for the annual budget process

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting with no substantive decisions. The only agenda item was a discussion of strategic plans and goals to guide the annual budget process, but no action was taken. The meeting adjourned without any votes or approvals.

• No action taken on strategic plans discussion

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to decide on multiple zoning ordinances, approve contracts for infrastructure and ADA improvements, and consider a resolution supporting restored state revenue sharing. The meeting includes second readings of signage and smoke shop regulations, a planned development approval, and updates on sewer and street projects.

• Second reading of zoning amendments for signs, smoke shops, and wireless facilities
• Approval of $1.2M contract with Wagner General Contractors for City Hall ADA exterior improvements
• Approval of contract with Arbor View Developments for Heathfield at Scotts Creek Phase 1
• Resolution supporting restoration of state-local revenue sharing
• Approval of $450K contract with Wagner General Contractors for City Hall ADA interior improvements

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will hold a regular meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, hear presentations on the IDB's role and tax increment financing, and consider a resolution approving draw requests 17 and 18 for the Lakeland Commons tax increment financing project. Public discussion is also scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair of the Lakeland IDB
• Resolution approving draw requests 17 and 18 for Lakeland Commons, LP tax increment financing
• Presentation on Tax Increment Financing by guest presenter Dexter Muller
• Presentation on 'The Role and Function of the IDB' by IDB President
• Approval of minutes from November 1, 2022 special meeting

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting. The main item of business is a discussion on public safety and Neighborhood Watch programs, with representatives from the Shelby County Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and public discussion.

• Discussion of public safety and Neighborhood Watch programs with Shelby County Sheriff's Office representatives
• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2022 and October 25, 2022

General

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider three resolutions: accepting a FEMA grant for disaster assistance, authorizing research for a Shelby County Sheriff's Office substation site, and imposing a one-year moratorium on new commercial development along Highway 70. The agenda also includes routine items like public comments and reports.

• Resolution to execute a grant contract with TEMA for FEMA-4645-DR-TN disaster assistance
• Resolution to research properties for a Shelby County Sheriff's Office substation in Lakeland
• Resolution for a one-year moratorium on new commercial development along Highway 70

The Board of Commissioners approved a one-year moratorium on new commercial development along Highway 70, with an amendment exempting Lakeland Commons and public use buildings. The board also authorized the City Manager to execute a FEMA grant contract and to research properties for a Shelby County Sheriff's Office substation. All resolutions passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved FEMA grant contract authorization (5-0)
• Approved resolution to research sites for Sheriff's substation (5-0)
• Approved 1-year Highway 70 commercial development moratorium, amended to exempt Lakeland Commons and public use buildings (5-0)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will vote on several land-use items, including a communication tower setback amendment, a land disturbance permit for 6435 Stewart Road, and amendments to the Lakeland Meadows and The Lake District planned developments. They will also discuss street lighting, MLGW electrical improvements, and the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Amendment to Land Development Regulations on communication tower placement and setbacks
• Land disturbance permit for 6435 Stewart Road
• Amendment to Lakeland Meadows PD to revise boundaries and add commercial uses
• Revision to sign plan for The Lake District
• Amendment to The Lake District PD to add multi-family lots

The Lakeland Municipal Planning Commission approved a land development regulation amendment regarding communication towers, approved a land disturbance permit for 6435 Stewart Road, and recommended approval of an amendment to the Lakeland Meadows PD with conditions. The commission also approved a sign plan revision for The Lake District and deferred a proposed amendment to add multi-family lots to The Lake District pending further studies.

• Recommended Board of Commissioners approve communication tower amendment with conditions (7-0)
• Approved land disturbance permit for 6435 Stewart Road with conditions (7-0)
• Recommended Board of Commissioners approve Lakeland Meadows PD amendment with conditions (7-0)
• Approved revision to overall sign plan for The Lake District (7-0)
• Deferred proposed amendment to The Lake District PD to next meeting pending studies (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on January 12, 2023, at 5:30 PM in City Hall. The agenda includes first readings of ordinances amending zoning and land development regulations, resolutions releasing security for subdivisions, and discussions on employee benefits and city expenditures.

• First reading of ordinance amending zoning sign regulations (Title 14, Chapter 14)
• First reading of ordinance regulating smoke shops and CBD stores (Article III, Section 2)
• Resolution releasing security for Evergreen Manor Subdivision
• Resolution releasing security for Oakwood Grove Subdivision Phases 3, 4, and 5
• Resolution approving Change Order #1 for FY2023 Pavement Marking project

The Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included first readings of ordinances amending sign regulations, regulating smoke shops and CBD stores, and changing Municipal Planning Commission membership, as well as resolutions for Industrial Development Board appointments and releasing subdivision securities. The board also approved resolutions to elect a Vice-Mayor, appoint board liaisons and Parks and Recreation members, apply for Ford Motor Company Fund grant, and amend the employee handbook. Discussions on leaf collection and expenditure trends were held without recorded decisions.

• Approved consent agenda including first readings of sign, smoke shop/CBD, and planning commission ordinances
• Approved resolution electing Vice-Mayor and appointing board liaisons
• Approved resolution appointing Parks and Recreation / Natural Resources Board members
• Approved resolution authorizing Parks and Recreation grant application to Ford Motor Company Fund
• Approved resolution authorizing City Manager to amend employee handbook for holiday and personal day benefits
• Approved resolution authorizing Industrial Development Board appointments
• Approved resolution releasing security for Evergreen Manor Subdivision improvements
• Approved resolution releasing security for Oakwood Grove Subdivision Phases 3, 4, and 5 improvements

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to consider leadership nominations for 2023 and review updates on the Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase II project. The board will also discuss youth and adult soccer and baseball programs during a work session.

• Nomination and vote on Parks and Recreation Board Leadership for 2023
• Discussion and update on Lakeland Athletic Complex, Phase II project design and engineering
• Work session on Lakeland Athletics: Youth and Adult Soccer and Baseball programs

The board approved the December 13, 2022, meeting minutes and voted to move the nomination and vote for 2023 board leadership to the February meeting. Members held a work session regarding the vision and goals for sports programs.

• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved 2023 board leadership nomination and vote to February meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including first readings of ordinances to amend sign regulations, regulate smoke shops and CBD stores, and change the Municipal Planning Commission's membership. The board will also consider resolutions for appointments, grant applications, and subdivision security releases, plus discussions on leaf collection and holiday closures.

• Ordinance first reading amending sign regulations (Sections 14-402, 14-403, 14-404)
• Ordinance first reading to regulate placement of smoke shops and CBD stores
• Ordinance first reading amending Municipal Planning Commission membership (Section 14-101)
• Resolution to apply for Ford Motor Company Fund capital grant for parks
• Resolution approving Change Order #1 for FY2023 Pavement Marking project