Lakeland public meetings in 2024

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will meet to approve minutes, review financial statements, and consider two resolutions approving tax increment financing (TIF) draw requests for Ashmont Developer, LLC and Lakeland Commons, LP. The board will also receive a report from the Tennessee Comptroller on the TIF City Gateway Note, Series 2024.

• Resolution approving draw request 13 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Resolution approving draw request 22 for Lakeland Commons, LP TIF
• IDB Financial Statements for November 2024
• Tennessee Comptroller report on TIF City Gateway Note, Series 2024

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board approved two resolutions for tax increment financing draw requests: draw request 13 for Ashmont Developer, LLC and draw request 22 for Lakeland Commons, LP. Both passed unanimously (8-0-0). A report on the City Gateway Note, Series 2024 was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved draw request 13 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (8-0-0)
• Approved draw request 22 for Lakeland Commons, LP TIF (8-0-0)
• Deferred report on City Gateway Note, Series 2024 to next meeting

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will hold its regular meeting, primarily to consider recommending approval of the updated Land Development Regulations (LDR) to the Board of Commissioners. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the October 10 and November 14 meetings, public discussion, and reports. No other substantive new business is listed.

• Recommendation to Board of Commissioners on updated Land Development Regulations (LDR)
• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2024 special called joint meeting

The Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission voted to recommend the updated Land Development Regulations (LDR) to the Board of Commissioners. The commission also approved the minutes from two previous meetings.

• Recommended approval of updated Land Development Regulations (6-0-0)
• Approved October 10, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Approved November 14, 2024 special joint meeting minutes (5-0-1)

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on December 10, 2024, at City Hall. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public discussion, and reports. The board will discuss and possibly take action on communication and outreach, identifying target areas for cleanup, potential updates to bylaws, potential subcommittees, and permitting food trucks for special events.

• Approval of October 8, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on communication and outreach
• Discussion and possible action on identifying target areas for cleanup in each district
• Discussion and possible action on potential updates to Community Advisory Board bylaws
• Discussion and possible action on permitting food trucks for special events

The Community Advisory Board held a regular meeting on Dec. 10, 2024, but took no substantive action on any agenda item. All discussion items—communication and outreach, district clean-up targets, food truck permitting, bylaw updates, and potential subcommittees—were continued to the Feb. 11, 2025 meeting as unfinished business. The only formal action was approval of the Oct. 8, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-0).

• Approved Oct. 8, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Continued communication and outreach discussion to Feb. 11
• Continued district clean-up target discussion to Feb. 11
• Continued food truck permitting discussion to Feb. 11
• Continued bylaw update discussion to Feb. 11
• Continued subcommittee discussion to Feb. 11

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on two ordinances: one to amend the financial policies manual and another to rename the Lakeland Athletic Complex to the Brody Townsend Athletic Complex. The regular agenda includes resolutions on development contracts, a tax increment financing agreement, and appointments, among other items.

• Ordinance to rename Lakeland Athletic Complex to Brody Townsend Athletic Complex (first reading)
• Resolution to reduce security for public improvements for Lakeland Meadows Phase 1
• Resolution to accept Lot 9 in Lakeland Town Square development
• Resolution for development contract with Valleybrook Development, LLC & Scotts Creek Development, LLC for Seed Tick Road Extension
• Resolution for 32-lot Evergreen Planned Development Phase 2 with Evergreen, LLC

The Board of Commissioners approved several development contracts, including the Seed Tick Road Extension and Evergreen Phase 2, and finalized appointments for city boards and liaisons. They also passed an ordinance to rename the Lakeland Athletic Complex and approved a professional services agreement for the Oliver Creek Interceptor project. One resolution regarding the acceptance of Lot 9 in Lakeland Town Square was tabled until January 16, 2025.

• Approved renaming Lakeland Athletic Complex to Brody Townsend Athletic Complex (5-0)
• Amended and passed financial policy ordinance (5-0)
• Appointed Vice Mayor and board liaisons (5-0)
• Reduced security for Lakeland Meadows Phase 1 (5-0)
• Tabled acceptance of Lot 9 in Lakeland Town Square (5-0)
• Approved 2026-2029 transportation funding applications (5-0)
• Approved development contracts for Seed Tick Road and Evergreen Phase 2 (5-0)
• Approved construction engineering for Oliver Creek Interceptor (5-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is meeting to consider four resolutions: approving a tax increment financing draw for Ashmont Developer, a payment for the Lakeland Gateway development, a loan modification with FirstBank involving Lakeland Commons, and a development agreement for a safety TIF area. These items involve financial approvals and agreements related to local development projects.

• Resolution approving draw request 12 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Resolution approving payment request 2 for Lakeland Gateway development agreement
• Resolution approving Loan Modification Agreement with FirstBank and Lakeland Commons, LLC
• Resolution adopting development agreement for Safety TIF development area

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board approved four resolutions, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. These included a tax increment financing draw for Ashmont Developer, a payment request for the Lakeland Gateway development, a loan modification agreement with FirstBank, and a development agreement for the Safety TIF area. The board also approved the October meeting minutes.

• Approved October 24, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved draw request 12 for Ashmont Developer TIF (5-0)
• Approved payment request 2 for Lakeland Gateway development (5-0)
• Approved Loan Modification Agreement with FirstBank and Lakeland Commons (5-0)
• Adopted development agreement for Safety TIF area (5-0)

Board of Appeals & Stormwater Board of Appeals

The Lakeland Board of Appeals and Stormwater Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting. The main item is a vote on a variance request for a prefabricated building in the Lakeland Commons Planned Development. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public discussion.

• Variance approval for a prefabricated building in Lakeland Commons Planned Development
• Approval of October 21, 2024 meeting minutes

The Board of Appeals approved a variance for a prefabricated building in the Lakeland Commons Planned Development by a 3-0 voice vote. The board also approved the October 21, 2024 meeting minutes as presented. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved variance for prefabricated building in Lakeland Commons PD (3-0)
• Approved October 21, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission and Board of Commissioners are holding a special joint meeting. The only substantive item is a discussion regarding updates to the Land Development Regulations. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, invocation, pledge, roll calls, reports, public comments, announcements, adjournment).

• Discussion of Land Development Regulations updates

The Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission and Board of Commissioners held a special called joint meeting on November 14, 2024. The only agenda item was a discussion of Land Development Regulations updates, presented by Kelley Klepper. The minutes record that no action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:38 PM.

• Held discussion on Land Development Regulations updates; no action taken
• Moved to relax the rules for the remainder of the meeting; no objections heard

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board is holding its regular meeting. The agenda includes approving minutes, recognizing volunteers, hearing about an Eagle Scout project at International Harvester Managerial Park lake, and discussing board reappointments. No major policy decisions or contracts are listed.

• Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation on appreciation of PRB volunteers
• Presentation on Eagle Scout project for International Harvester Managerial Park lake
• Discussion on Parks and Recreation / Natural Resource Advisory Board reappointments

The Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board voted 4-0 to recommend renaming the Lakeland Athletic Complex to the Brody Townsend Athletic Complex, forwarding it to the Board of Commissioners. The board also approved the September 10, 2024 meeting minutes as presented. No other substantive decisions were made; other agenda items were informational or procedural.

• Recommended renaming Lakeland Athletic Complex to Brody Townsend Athletic Complex (4-0)
• Approved September 10, 2024 regular meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, treasurer's report, and multiple resolutions. Key items include approving a residential subdivision contract for a 32-lot development, a road extension project, and several professional service agreements. The board will also discuss a Highway 70 Corridor Study for safety improvements.

• Resolution approving residential subdivision contract with Evergreen PD, LLC for 32-lot Evergreen Planned Development Phase 2
• Resolution approving development contract with Valleybrook Development, LLC & Seedtick, LLC for Seed Tick Road Extension
• Resolution approving professional service agreement with 4FDesign, P.C. for Lakeland Community Center design
• Resolution approving professional service agreement with Kimley-Horn for Seed Tick Road and Memphis-Arlington Road intersection improvements
• Resolution approving purchase of Caterpillar 255 compact track loader from Thompson Machinery via OMNIA Partners contract #212816-01

The Board approved contracts for a new community center design, a 32-lot residential subdivision, and road improvements. They also authorized the purchase of a compact track loader and a metal storage building.

• Approved professional service agreement with 4F Design, P.C. for Lakeland Community Center design (3-1)
• Approved residential subdivision contract with Evergreen Planned Development (PD), LLC for 32 lots (4-0)
• Approved development contract with Valleybrook Development, LLC & Seedtick, LLC for Seed Tick Road Extension (4-0)
• Approved professional service agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for intersection improvements (3-1)
• Approved purchase of Caterpillar 255 compact track loader from Thompson Machinery (4-0)
• Approved purchase and installation of metal garage storage building from ProBuilt of Memphis (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of Lot 8 in the Lakeland Town Square development (4-0)
• Deferred Highway 70 Corridor Study safety improvements to next meeting

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing financial statements, and a report on a debt obligation. The main action item is a resolution to approve draw request 11 for the tax increment financing agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC.

• Approval of minutes from September 26, 2024 meeting
• Review of September 2024 IDB financial statements
• Report on debt obligation for TIF Gateway Note, Series 2024
• Resolution approving draw request 11 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF

The board approved a resolution for draw request 11 related to tax increment financing for Ashmont Developer, LLC. The board also approved the meeting minutes from September 26, 2024.

• Approved draw request 11 for Ashmont Developer, LLC tax increment financing (6-0-0)
• Approved September 26, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-0)

Board of Appeals & Stormwater Board of Appeals

The Lakeland Board of Appeals and Stormwater Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting. The board will consider and possibly act on three variance requests: one for a prefabricated building in Lakeland Commons Planned Development, and two for minimum lot size reductions in the Agriculture (AG) District on Monroe Road and Trotter Drive. The agenda also includes consent agenda items, public discussion, and reports.

• Variance approval for a prefabricated building in Lakeland Commons PD
• Variance approval for minimum lot size in AG District on Monroe Road
• Variance approval for minimum lot size in AG District on Trotter Drive

The Board of Appeals approved two variances for minimum lot size in the Agriculture (AG) District, one on Monroe Road and one on Trotter Drive, each by a 4-0-0 roll call vote. A third item, a variance for a prefabricated building in Lakeland Commons Planned Development, was not decided; the board voted 4-0-0 to move it to the next meeting agenda with design updates covering materials, landscaping and color. Public comment was heard from Phillip Jordan of the 9000 block of Trotter Dr. on the Trotter Drive item. Member Kevin Floyd was absent.

• Approved variance for minimum lot size in Agriculture (AG) District on Monroe Road (4-0-0)
• Approved variance for minimum lot size in Agriculture (AG) District on Trotter Drive (4-0-0)
• Moved prefabricated building variance in Lakeland Commons Planned Development to next meeting agenda with design updates on materials, landscaping and color (4-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions authorizing up to $22 million in general obligation bonds for the Lakeland Community Center project, along with a related USDA loan resolution. The board will also discuss food truck regulations, street lighting, and civic lots in Lakeland Town Square, and vote on several contracts and purchases.

• Resolution authorizing $22,000,000 general obligation bonds for Lakeland Community Center
• Resolution for USDA loan for Lakeland Community Center
• Professional service agreement with Kimley-Horn for Seed Tick Road Roundabout design
• Purchase of access control server from Central Technologies, Inc.
• Discussion on food truck regulation and event authorization

The Board of Commissioners approved resolutions authorizing up to $22 million in general obligation bonds for the Lakeland Community Center project, along with related USDA financing. They also approved several infrastructure contracts, including a traffic signal backup power installation and pump replacements at the Scotts Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. A resolution for additional crosswalk marking funds failed after an amendment reduced the amount. Discussions on civic lots, street lighting, and food truck regulations resulted in no action.

• Approved $22M bond resolution for Lakeland Community Center (4-1)
• Approved USDA financing resolution for Community Center (4-1)
• Approved access control server purchase from Central Technologies (5-0)
• Approved Kimley-Horn agreement for Seed Tick Road Roundabout design (deferred to Nov 7)
• Approved Shelby Electric backup power for Canada Road/I-40 traffic signal (5-0)
• Approved BAR Environmental pump and valve replacement at Scotts Creek WWTP (5-0)
• Approved Xylem bypass pumping at Scotts Creek WWTP (5-0)
• Failed crosswalk markings additional funds as amended (1-4)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will decide on five items at this meeting, including signage and development plans for residential and commercial projects. Four site plans and one preliminary development plan are up for approval under new business.

• Approval of sign at The Refuge Church
• Approval of Evergreen Planned Development (PD) Phases 2 and 3 Preliminary Development Plan
• Approval of site plan for townhouses on Area D, Lot 10 at Lakeland Commons PD
• Approval of site plan for a gelato stand on Area B, Lot 2 at Lakeland Commons PD
• Approval of site plan for a pavilion on Area B, Lot 9 at Lakeland Commons PD

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission approved all five items on the agenda, including the Evergreen Planned Development Phases 2 and 3 preliminary plan, a sign for The Refuge Church, and three site plans at Lakeland Commons (townhouses, gelato stand, pavilion). All approvals were unanimous voice votes (5-0-0). No public comments or unfinished business were reported.

• Approved sign application for The Refuge Church (5-0-0)
• Approved Evergreen PD Phases 2 and 3 Preliminary Development Plan (5-0-0)
• Approved site plan for townhouses on Area D, Lot 10 at Lakeland Commons (5-0-0)
• Approved site plan for gelato stand on Area B, Lot 2 at Lakeland Commons (5-0-0)
• Approved site plan for pavilion on Area B, Lot 9 at Lakeland Commons (5-0-0)

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board is holding its annual meeting to elect officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary) and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also discuss and possibly act on communication and outreach, the Lakeland Yard Sale, neighborhood litter cleanup, and beautification budget use, as well as introduce new CAB districts and members.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of minutes from Feb 13, Apr 9, and Aug 13, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on communication and outreach
• Discussion and possible action on Lakeland Yard Sale
• Discussion and possible action on neighborhood litter cleanup and beautification budget

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board held its annual meeting and elected officers, with Kimberly Rossie as Chair, JP Castorena as Vice Chair, and Amy Ethridge as Secretary. The board also approved minutes from three prior meetings and discussed several topics, including communication and outreach, the Lakeland Yard Sale, and neighborhood litter cleanup, but took no final action on these items.

• Elected Kimberly Rossie as Chair (7-0)
• Elected JP Castorena as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Elected Amy Ethridge as Secretary (6-0)
• Approved minutes from February 13, 2024 (8-0)
• Approved minutes from April 9, 2024 (8-0)
• Approved minutes from August 13, 2024 (8-0)
• Agreed to keep current officers through January 2026 (no objections)
• Agreed to add communication/outreach to next agenda for further discussion

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including agreements for a community center with the YMCA, a greenway project with TDOT, and loan documents for the Lakeland Gateway development. They will also discuss an alternate security for improvements in the Ashmont Planned Development Area 2.

• Resolution approving Lakeland Community Center Agreement with YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South
• Resolution approving agreement with Tennessee Department of Transportation for Scott's Creek Greenway
• Resolution approving Amendment #6 to professional services agreement with Buchart Horn, Inc. for Clear Creek Interceptor Phase A Project
• Resolution approving loan documents with FirstBank for Lakeland Gateway development
• Discussion on alternate form of security for public improvements in Ashmont Planned Development Area 2

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including a community center agreement with the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, a TDOT agreement for Scott's Creek Greenway, an amendment to the Clear Creek Interceptor contract, a Community Advisory Board bylaws amendment, and loan documents with FirstBank for Lakeland Gateway. The board also directed staff to allow a performance bond for Ashmont Planned Development Area 2 and approved environmental services for the Oliver Creek Interceptor Project. All votes were 3-1 or 4-0, with Commissioner McCarter voting against several items.

• Approved Lakeland Community Center agreement with YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South (3-1)
• Approved TDOT agreement for Scott's Creek Greenway (3-1)
• Approved Amendment #6 to Buchart Horn agreement for Clear Creek Interceptor Phase A (3-1)
• Approved Community Advisory Board bylaws amendment (4-0)
• Approved FirstBank loan documents for Lakeland Gateway development (3-1)
• Directed staff to allow performance bond for Ashmont Planned Development Area 2 (4-0)
• Approved Brophy-Heineke & Associates for environmental assessments on Oliver Creek Interceptor (3-1)
• Approved September 19, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a Beer Board meeting to decide on two resolutions granting Certificates of Compliance to local liquor retailers. The meeting is procedural with no new ordinances or contracts under consideration.

• Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for City Center Liquor
• Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Lake District Wine and Liquor

The Lakeland Beer Board approved certificates of compliance for City Center Liquor and Lake District Wine and Liquor. Both resolutions passed with unanimous support from the commissioners present.

• Approved Certificate of Compliance for City Center Liquor (4-0-0)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for Lake District Wine and Liquor (4-0-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will consider resolutions regarding loan documents with FirstBank for the Lakeland Gateway development. The board will also review a tax increment financing draw request for Ashmont Developer, LLC and discuss the format for TIF draw requests.

• Resolution to approve FirstBank loan documents for Lakeland Gateway
• Resolution to approve draw request 10 for Ashmont Developer, LLC tax increment financing
• Discussion and possible action regarding TIF draw request format

The Industrial Development Board approved loan documents with FirstBank for the Lakeland Gateway development and approved draw request 10 for Ashmont Developer, LLC under tax increment financing. Both resolutions passed unanimously (5-0). No action was taken on the TIF draw request format, which was discussed but not changed.

• Approved resolution for FirstBank loan documents for Lakeland Gateway (5-0)
• Approved draw request 10 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (5-0)
• No action taken on TIF draw request format (discussion only)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, reports from the sheriff, city manager, and committees, and a consent agenda. The regular agenda includes 23 resolutions covering equipment purchases, maintenance contracts, a grant application, and various authorizations, plus discussions on a stream crossing and Sunday parking.

• Resolution approving CivicPlus SeeClickFix renewal agreement
• Resolution approving purchase of Chevrolet 2500 truck from Wilson County Motor Company
• Resolution approving MLGW work order for electrical service to Lakeland Athletic Complex
• Resolution authorizing DHS grant application for early learning center at Lakeland Community Center
• Resolution authorizing lease agreement with The Lake District, LLC for Shelby County Sheriff's Office location

The Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including the purchase of new city vehicles, park pavilions, and maintenance agreements for the Scotts Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. They also authorized a lease negotiation for a Shelby County Sheriff's Office location at The Lake District and approved a grant application for the Lakeland Community Center's early learning center. Additionally, the Board passed resolutions designating Lakeland as a Purple Heart City and authorizing a goat yoga program.

• Approved SeeClickFix renewal agreement (4-1)
• Approved purchase of Chevrolet 2500 truck (5-0)
• Approved MLGW electrical service for Athletic Complex (5-0)
• Approved two park pavilions from Bliss Products (5-0)
• Approved FY2024 street paving change order #2 (5-0)
• Approved maintenance for Scotts Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two Toyota Tacoma trucks (5-0)
• Authorized lease negotiations for Sheriff's Office at The Lake District (4-0-1)

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear staff updates, and discuss several items. The board will discuss the 'Christmas in Lakeland' event, a presentation on the City Hall Park T-Ball field, and board membership renewals. Public discussion is also scheduled.

• Discussion of 'Christmas in Lakeland' event
• Presentation and discussion on City Hall Park T-Ball field
• Discussion on board membership renewals
• Approval of meeting minutes from previous meetings

The Parks and Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board met on September 10, 2024, and approved the minutes from previous meetings by a 5-0 vote. No other formal actions were taken; the board heard staff reports and discussed the Christmas in Lakeland event, the City Hall Park T-Ball Field, and board membership renewals without making motions.

• Approved meeting minutes from previous meetings (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several resolutions for approval, including purchases of a truck and two pavilions, a utility work order for the Lakeland Athletic Complex, and a resolution supporting a juvenile detention center. They will also discuss possible Sunday parking on Huff N Puff Road. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and reports.

• Resolution to purchase a Chevrolet 2500 truck from Wilson County Motor Company via State contract #209
• Resolution to approve MLGW work order WO1447980 for electrical service to Lakeland Athletic Complex
• Resolution to purchase a pavilion for International Harvester Managerial Park from Bliss Products via HGAC contract #PR11-20
• Resolution to purchase a pavilion for City Hall Park from Bliss Products via HGAC contract #PR11-20
• Discussion on Sunday parking on Huff N Puff Road

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to consider two resolutions. The first approves the Economic Impact Plan and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan for the Lakeland Safe City TIF and authorizes its submission to the Shelby County Commission. The second approves a loan commitment letter with FirstBank for the development of Lakeland Gateway.

• Resolution approving Economic Impact Plan and TIF plan for Lakeland Safe City TIF
• Resolution authorizing submission of TIF plan to Shelby County Commission
• Resolution approving loan commitment letter with FirstBank for Lakeland Gateway development

The Board of Commissioners, with three members present, approved two resolutions: the Economic Impact Plan and Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Lakeland Safe City TIF, and a loan commitment letter with FirstBank for the Lakeland Gateway development. Both passed unanimously (3-0). No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned after announcements.

• Approved Economic Impact Plan and TIF Plan for Lakeland Safe City (3-0)
• Approved loan commitment letter with FirstBank for Lakeland Gateway (3-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions approving Economic Impact Plans and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plans for the Lakeland Safety and Lakeland Safe City projects, which would be submitted to the City and County Commissions. The board will also vote on a draw request for the Ashmont Developer TIF and a loan commitment letter with FirstBank for Lakeland Gateway. Minutes from the July 25, 2024 meeting and financial statements will be reviewed.

• Public hearing on TIF plan for Lakeland Safety
• Resolution approving TIF plan for Lakeland Safe City
• Resolution approving draw request 9 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Resolution approving loan commitment letter with FirstBank for Lakeland Gateway

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board approved three resolutions: an Economic Impact Plan and Tax Increment Financing plan for the Lakeland Safety TIF, a draw request for Ashmont Developer LLC, and a loan commitment letter with FirstBank for Lakeland Gateway. All resolutions passed unanimously (5-0). No public comments were heard, and no old business was discussed.

• Approved Economic Impact Plan and TIF plan for Lakeland Safety TIF (5-0)
• Approved draw request 9 for Ashmont Developer LLC TIF (5-0)
• Approved loan commitment letter with FirstBank for Lakeland Gateway (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on second readings of ordinances amending the sign code and the FY2024 budget. They will also consider several resolutions approving contracts for crosswalk markings, street patching, a wastewater study, sewer projects, and other items, plus discuss a possible scoreboard sponsorship.

• Ordinance amending sign code section 14-405 (second reading)
• Ordinance amending FY2024 budget (second reading)
• Resolution with Traf-Mark Industries for crosswalk markings
• Resolution with Gibson Paving for FY2025 Street Patching
• Resolution with Barge Design Solutions for Scotts Creek WWTP study

The Board of Commissioners approved an amendment to the fiscal year 2024 annual budget and authorized several infrastructure agreements. The board also approved updates to the Community Advisory Board bylaws and authorized easement acquisitions for the Oliver Creek Interceptor.

• Approved amendment to the fiscal year 2024 annual budget (5-0-0)
• Approved agreement with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for Scotts Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant study (5-0-0)
• Authorized easement acquisition and potential condemnation for Oliver Creek Interceptor (5-0-0)
• Approved agreement with Traf-Mark Industries, LLC for crosswalk markings (4-1-0)
• Approved agreement with CivicPlus for CivicClerk and CP Media renewals (5-0-0)
• Approved resolution amending Community Advisory Board bylaws (5-0-0)
• Approved Resolution R-117-2024 (4-1-0)
• Approved July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

General

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to approve an on-premises beer permit for Margaritas of Lakeland Inc. at 9752 Market Green Place North. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, public comments, and announcements.

• Resolution approving on-premises beer permit for Margaritas of Lakeland Inc. at 9752 Market Green Place North

The Lakeland Beer Board met on August 15, 2024, and passed a resolution as presented by a 5-0 roll call vote. The minutes do not specify the resolution's content, only that it was approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Passed resolution as presented (5-0-0)

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland, TN Community Advisory Board will hold its annual meeting to elect officers and approve past meeting minutes. The board will also discuss crime updates with a state senator, neighborhood litter cleanup, and restarting a leadership program.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 13 and April 9, 2024
• Discussion with State Senator Brent Taylor on crime and state initiatives
• Possible action on neighborhood litter cleanup
• Possible action to restart Leadership Lakeland program

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board met on August 13, 2024, but no official votes or actions were taken because a quorum was not met. New business items were discussed, including a presentation by State Senator Brent Taylor on crime and state initiatives, and a presentation by resident Amy Foster on restarting Leadership Lakeland. All other agenda items were deferred due to the lack of quorum.

• No official actions taken due to lack of quorum
• Discussed update on crime and state initiatives (no action)
• Discussed Leadership Lakeland restart (no action)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings and take action on two items: the landscape plan for Lakeland Meadows Planned Development Phases V and VI, and a land disturbance permit for Heron's Ridge Planned Development. Public discussion is also scheduled.

• Approval of Lakeland Meadows Planned Development Ph. V and VI Landscape Plan
• Approval of Land Disturbance Permit for Heron's Ridge Planned Development
• Approval of minutes from May 9, June 13, and June 27, 2024 meetings

The Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission approved the landscape plan for Lakeland Meadows Planned Development Phases V and VI. The commission also approved a Land Disturbance Permit for Heron's Ridge Planned Development with specific construction entrance conditions.

• Approved Lakeland Meadows Planned Development Ph. V and VI Landscape Plan (7-0-0)
• Approved Land Disturbance Permit for Heron's Ridge Planned Development with condition that construction entrance be from Beverle Rivera Road (6-0-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from May 9, June 13, and June 27, 2024 (7-0-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is meeting to consider a resolution approving draw request 8 for the tax increment financing (TIF) agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is routine procedural business.

• Resolution approving draw request 8 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF

The Industrial Development Board approved draw request 8 under the tax increment financing agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC, for the Lakeland Town Square and Ashmont projects. The resolution passed unanimously (4-0). Minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved draw request 8 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (4-0)
• Approved June 27, 2024 regular meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will consider a first reading of a sign code amendment and a budget amendment, along with several resolutions for contracts and agreements. The agenda includes routine reports and a public hearing, but the main business is these approvals.

• Ordinance first reading: amend Title 14, Chapter 14 (signs), Section 14-405
• Ordinance first reading: amend FY2024 budget (O-10-2023, as amended)
• Resolution: contract with Smith Seckman Reid for Lift Station #24 replacement (Lakeland Hills Dr.)
• Resolution: contract with Geotechnology (UES) for Oliver Creek Interceptor geotechnical services
• Resolution: agreement with TDOT for Seed Tick Road Roundabout

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners approved the first reading of a sign code amendment and a budget amendment, both unanimously. They also approved several resolutions including contracts for lift station replacement, geotechnical services, a TDOT roundabout agreement, and various software and legal services. A resolution to authorize expense reimbursements for the Board failed 1-4.

• Approved June 18, 2024 minutes as amended (4-1)
• Approved first reading of sign code amendment (5-0)
• Approved first reading of FY2024 budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved reappointment to Community Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved contract with Smith Seckman Reid for Lift Station #24 replacement (5-0)
• Approved contract with Geotechnology for geotechnical services (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 with Barge Design Solutions (4-0-1)
• Denied resolution for Board expense reimbursements (1-4)

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, staff updates, and discussions on the IH Managerial Park Pavilion and the 'Christmas in Lakeland' event. No formal votes are listed except for the consent agenda.

• Approval of May 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation and discussion on IH Managerial Park Pavilion
• Discussion on 'Christmas in Lakeland' event

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board met on July 9, 2024, and approved the May 14, 2024 meeting minutes by a 6-0 vote. No items were removed from the consent agenda, and there was no public discussion or old business. Staff gave updates on parks, recreation, and senior center events, and the board discussed the IH Managerial Park Pavilion and 'Christmas in Lakeland' but took no formal action on either. The meeting adjourned at 6:38 p.m.

• Approved May 14, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• No action taken on IH Managerial Park Pavilion (discussion only)
• No action taken on 'Christmas in Lakeland' event (discussion only)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission is holding a special called meeting. The main item is a vote on a Land Disturbance Permit for Phases 2 and 3 of the Evergreen Planned Development. The rest of the agenda is standard procedural items.

• Action on Land Disturbance Permit for Evergreen Planned Development Phases 2 & 3

The commission approved a Land Disturbance Permit for Phases 2 & 3 of the Evergreen Planned Development by a 7-0-0 voice vote. Public comments were heard from two residents before the vote. The July meeting was canceled due to lack of business.

• Approved Land Disturbance Permit for Evergreen Phases 2 & 3 (7-0-0)
• Canceled July 2024 meeting due to lack of business

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will meet to conduct regular business. The primary item for discussion is a resolution to approve draw request 7 regarding tax increment financing for Ashmont Developer, LLC.

• Resolution to approve draw request 7 for Ashmont Developer, LLC tax increment financing

The Industrial Development Board approved a resolution for draw request 7 under the tax increment financing for Ashmont Developer, LLC, in a 5-0 vote. The board also approved the minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved draw request 7 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (5-0)
• Approved May 23, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and second reading for the annual budget and tax rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The meeting also includes discussions on wastewater equipment purchases, interfund bond anticipation notes, and a request for a TBI investigation into a specific contract.

• Adoption of annual budget and tax rate for July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
• Issuance of interfund bond anticipation notes up to $20,000,000
• Purchase of motor and impeller for Pump Stations #22 and #23 from Van Brocklin and Associates
• Purchase of a booster pump for the Scotts Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant from Tencarva Machinery Company
• Request for TBI investigation into the Lakeland Arts Council and Memphis Symphony Orchestra contract

The Board of Commissioners approved the annual budget and tax rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The Board also voted to remove Wesley Wright as Vice Mayor and appointed Michele Dial to the position. Additionally, the Board authorized various infrastructure purchases, grant applications, and a youth soccer program agreement.

• Approved 2024-2025 annual budget and tax rate (4-1)
• Approved 2024 budget amendment (5-0)
• Authorized $20M interfund bond anticipation notes (5-0)
• Appointed Michele Dial as Vice Mayor (3-0-2)
• Authorized purchase of pump station motor and impeller (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of sludge press booster pump (5-0)
• Authorized easement acquisition for Oliver Creek Interceptor (5-0)
• Denied resolution for TBI investigation into Arts Council contract (1-4)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 13, 2024. The main item is a vote on a Land Disturbance Permit for Phases 2 and 3 of the Evergreen Planned Development. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public discussion.

• Action on Land Disturbance Permit for Phases 2 & 3 of Evergreen Planned Development
• Approval of May 9, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission met on June 13, 2024, but no business was conducted because a quorum was not present. The meeting was called to order and then adjourned without any decisions or discussion.

• Meeting adjourned without action due to lack of quorum

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is meeting to approve a draw request for tax increment financing related to Ashmont Developer, LLC, and to discuss culturally-competent community engagement for TIF guidelines adopted by Shelby County. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, financial statements, and legal updates.

• Resolution approving draw request 6 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Discussion on culturally-competent community engagement for TIF guidelines
• Approval of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• IDB President's update on April 2024 financial statements
• IDB Attorney's update on legal matters

The Industrial Development Board approved a resolution authorizing draw request 6 under the tax increment financing agreement with Ashmont Developer, LLC. The board also amended and approved the April 25, 2024 meeting minutes. No action was taken on a discussion regarding culturally-competent community engagement for TIF guidelines.

• Approved resolution for TIF draw request 6 for Ashmont Developer, LLC (6-0)
• Amended April 25, 2024 minutes to correct adjournment date (6-0)
• Approved April 25, 2024 minutes as amended (6-0)
• No action taken on culturally-competent community engagement discussion

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, reports from the sheriff, city manager, and committees, and public comments. The main business includes first readings of ordinances adopting the FY2025 budget and tax rate and amending the FY2024 budget, plus resolutions on meeting calendars, a grant application, and a design contract. There will also be a discussion on the Lakeland Community Center project and USDA loan funding.

• Ordinance first reading: adopt annual budget and tax rate for FY July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
• Ordinance first reading: amend FY2024 budget (Ordinance O-10-2023, as amended by O-3-2024)
• Resolution: authorize grant application for Lakeland Community Center via Connected Community Facilities program
• Resolution: approve contract with Kimley-Horn for design/engineering of City Hall Park t-ball field
• Discussion: Lakeland Community Center project and USDA Rural Development loan funding

The Board of Commissioners passed the first reading of the annual budget and tax rate ordinance for fiscal year 2025 on a 4-1 vote, with Commissioner McCarter dissenting. They also approved several other items, including a resolution to apply for a grant for the Lakeland Community Center and a contract with Kimley-Horn for design services for a City Hall t-ball field. Action on the Community Center project and related USDA loan funding was deferred to the June 18 meeting.

• Approved minutes from May 2, 2024 meeting (4-1)
• Passed first reading of FY2025 budget and tax rate ordinance (4-1)
• Passed first reading of ordinance amending FY2024 budget (5-0)
• Approved resolution amending 2024 meeting calendar and FY2025 budget calendar (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing grant application for Lakeland Community Center (5-0)
• Approved contract with Kimley-Horn for City Hall t-ball field design (4-1)
• Deferred action on Community Center project and USDA loan funding to June 18

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a January special meeting, staff updates, and discussions on the youth cheer and soccer programs. No formal votes are listed beyond the consent agenda.

• Approval of minutes from January 23, 2024 special called meeting
• Presentation and discussion on youth cheer program by Candace Nurse
• Discussion and work session on youth recreation soccer program
• Parks Administration, Recreation, and Senior Center updates

The Board voted to recommend the renewal of the current youth recreation soccer contractor to the Board of Commissioners. The meeting also included updates on parks administration, recreation, and the senior center.

• Recommended renewal of current soccer contractor to Board of Commissioners (7-0)
• Approved January 23, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission is meeting to approve minutes from April 11, 2024, and to take action on the Equestria PD Preliminary Development Plan under old business. Public discussion is also scheduled. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Action on Equestria PD Preliminary Development Plan
• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission approved the Equestria PD Preliminary Development Plan with specific conditions, passing by a 7-1 vote. The approval requires a landscape easement on lots 118 and 119 and consistent road widths on Lakeland Trace. The commission also approved previous meeting minutes with a minor correction and heard public comments from residents regarding the development.

• Approved Equestria PD Preliminary Development Plan with conditions (7-1)
• Approved April 11, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (8-0 voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting without objection

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and final reading on regulating hotels and motels in the C-2 regional commercial district. The meeting also includes resolutions for drainage improvements, street paving, and various community agreements.

• Ordinance: Regulating hotels and motels in the C-2 regional commercial district
• Resolution: Approving the Heathfield Mixed Use Planned Development outline plan
• Resolution: Agreement with Trey Construction, Inc. for Chambers Chapel Drainage Improvements
• Resolution: Change Order #2 for the FY24 Street Paving project
• Resolution: Agreement with YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South for a Lakeland Summer Camp

The Board of Commissioners approved the Heathfield Mixed Use Planned Development outline plan (5-0), along with several other resolutions and ordinances. The board also approved an agreement with the YMCA for a summer camp (4-1), appointed Mayor Roman as the Chamber of Commerce liaison (5-0), and passed an ordinance regulating hotel and motel placement in the C-2 district (4-0).

• Approved Heathfield Mixed Use Planned Development outline plan (5-0)
• Approved YMCA Lakeland Summer Camp agreement (4-1)
• Appointed Mayor Roman as Chamber of Commerce liaison (5-0)
• Passed ordinance regulating hotels/motels in C-2 district (4-0)
• Approved Chambers Chapel Drainage Improvements agreement with Trey Construction (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 for FY24 Street Paving project (4-0)
• Approved release of security for Winstead Farms improvements (4-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Multimodal Grant application for New Canda Road (4-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board will hold a regular meeting with public discussion, reports, and old business. The main items are a resolution to approve draw request 5 for the Ashmont Developer tax increment financing, and a discussion on electric vehicle charging stations and potential fee income.

• Resolution approving draw request 5 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Discussion and possible action on EV charging stations and fee income
• Update on The Lake District
• President's report on fiscal year-to-date financial statements
• Approval of March 28, 2024 minutes

The Industrial Development Board approved a resolution for draw request 5 under the tax-increment financing for Ashmont Developer, LLC, by a 6-0 voice vote. The board also approved the minutes from the March 28, 2024 meeting (5-0). A discussion on electric vehicle charging stations was tabled for future action pending more research.

• Approved draw request 5 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (6-0)
• Approved minutes of March 28, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled electric vehicle charging station discussion for future agenda

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a second-reading ordinance amending the FY2024 budget. They will also consider first reading of a hotel/motel placement rule, approve several development contracts and policy updates, and discuss a potential EV charging station.

• Ordinance (2nd reading) amending FY2024 budget (O-10-2023)
• Ordinance (1st reading) regulating hotels/motels in C-2 district
• Resolution approving Change Order #1 for FY24 Street Paving
• Resolution approving development contracts for Lakeland Meadows Phase VI-B and Ashmont Area 2
• Resolution approving Traffic Calming Policy and Residential Street/Infrastructure Conversion Policy

The Board approved an amendment to the fiscal year 2024 annual budget and passed the first reading of an ordinance to regulate hotel and motel placement in the C-2 district. Several residential subdivision development contracts and infrastructure policies were approved. The Board also authorized a proclamation for Nurses Week.

• Amended fiscal year 2024 annual budget (4-1)
• Passed first reading of ordinance regulating hotels/motels in C-2 district (5-0)
• Approved Nurses Week proclamation for May 6-12, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for FY24 Street Paving project (5-0)
• Approved development contract with Valleybrook Development, LLC for Lakeland Meadows Phase VI-B (5-0)
• Approved development contract with Ashmont Developer, LLC for Ashmont Planned Development Area 2 (5-0)
• Approved updated Traffic Calming Policy with a 7-year review amendment (5-0)
• Approved Residential Street and Infrastructure Conversion Policy (5-0)

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will vote on several development plans and zoning amendments. The meeting also includes reviews of updated city policies regarding traffic calming and residential street infrastructure.

• Evergreen PD Final Development Plan
• Heathfield Mixed-Use PD Outline Plan
• Equestria PD Preliminary Development Plan
• Updated City of Lakeland Traffic Calming Policy
• Zoning Text Amendment for hotels and motels in C-2

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission approved several development plans and policy recommendations. The Heathfield Mixed-Use PD Outline Plan was approved with added conditions requiring architectural requirements and a market study. The Equestria PD Preliminary Development Plan was tabled until May 9, 2024. The commission also approved a patio fence at Portales Tapas and Tequila, the Evergreen PD Final Development Plan, and recommendations on traffic calming and zoning text amendments.

• Approved patio fence at Portales Tapas and Tequila (8-0)
• Approved Evergreen PD Final Development Plan with conditions (7-0-1)
• Approved Heathfield Mixed-Use PD Outline Plan with conditions (8-0)
• Tabled Equestria PD Preliminary Development Plan until May 9, 2024 (8-0)
• Approved recommendation for City of Lakeland Traffic Calming Policy (8-0)
• Approved recommendation for Residential Street and Infrastructure Conversion Policy (8-0)
• Approved recommendation for Zoning Text Amendment on hotels/motels in C-2 (8-0)

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board is holding its regular meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and discuss several community initiatives. Items include communication and outreach, the Lakeland Yard Sale, a neighborhood litter cleanup, and restarting the Leadership Lakeland program. Public discussion is also scheduled.

• Election of officers
• Approval of February 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on communication and outreach
• Discussion on Lakeland Yard Sale
• Discussion on neighborhood litter cleanup and Leadership Lakeland restart

No business was conducted during the April 9, 2024, meeting because a quorum was not present. The meeting was adjourned one minute after being called to order.

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, reports from the City Manager and committees, and a consent agenda. The regular agenda includes first reading of an ordinance amending the FY2024 budget, several resolutions authorizing agreements (Chamber of Commerce funding, TDOT pavement software, ADA improvements, and wastewater plant maintenance), and a discussion on contract patching. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Ordinance first reading amending FY2024 annual budget (Ordinance O-10-2023)
• Resolution authorizing funding agreement with Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce for FY2024-2025
• Resolution approving TDOT agreement for Lakeland Pavement Management Software
• Resolution approving amendment to Agreement CA-2300023-2 with Shelby County for City Hall ADA Improvements (CDBG funds)
• Resolution authorizing Andritz Separation, Inc. maintenance on Scotts Creek WWTP belt filter press

The Board of Commissioners approved a first reading of an ordinance to amend the fiscal year 2024 annual budget. They also authorized $72,700 for street patching in the Herons Ridge subdivision and approved several inter-agency agreements.

• Approved first reading of FY 2024 annual budget amendment (4-0-1)
• Approved $72,700 for street patching in Herons Ridge Phases A & B (5-0)
• Authorized funding agreement with Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce for FY 2024-2025 (4-0-1)
• Approved agreement with TDOT for Pavement Management Software (5-0)
• Approved Shelby County agreement for City Hall ADA Improvements (5-0)
• Authorized Andritz Separation, Inc. for wastewater plant filter press maintenance (5-0)
• Approved grant agreement support services for FY 2025-2026 multimodal project (4-0-1)
• Authorized City Manager to execute an engaged search agreement for recruitment services (4-0-1)

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings and consider a resolution for a tax increment financing (TIF) draw request from Ashmont Developer, LLC. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Resolution approving draw request 4 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2024 special called meeting

The Industrial Development Board approved a tax-increment financing draw request for Ashmont Developer, LLC. The board also established a monthly stipend for the IDB President. A proposal regarding the Lake District TIF agreements was deferred.

• Approved draw request 4 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (6-0)
• Approved $500 monthly stipend for current and future IDB Presidents (6-0)
• Deferred discussion on Lake District Economic Impact Plan and TIF agreement amendments
• Approved January 25, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved February 27, 2024 special meeting minutes

General

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting that includes a public hearing, reports, and public comments. The main item is a discussion and possible action on the City Funds budget workshop, where staff will present the first draft of the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget for feedback.

• Public hearing
• Treasurer's report
• Sewerage Commission business
• Consent agenda
• Discussion and possible action on FY2025 budget first draft

The Board of Commissioners held a budget workshop to review the first draft of the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget presented by City Manager Michael Walker. The meeting consisted of a presentation and discussion to obtain feedback from the Board; no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will vote on two resolutions: one to allow The Refuge Church to use city property at 0 Huff N Puff Road, and another to approve a solid waste collection contract with Waste Connections of Tennessee. They will also discuss the Lakeland Trace build-out, sponsored by Mayor Roman.

• Resolution approving agreement for use of City property at 0 Huff N Puff Road (Parcel ID L0159 00410) by The Refuge Church
• Resolution approving contract for Municipal Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Services with Waste Connections of Tennessee, INC.
• Discussion and possible action on Lakeland Trace build-out

The Board of Commissioners approved two resolutions: one allowing The Refuge Church to use city property at 0 Huff N Puff Road for parking, with an amendment to expand available dates, and another contracting Waste Connections of Tennessee for municipal solid waste collection. Both passed unanimously (5-0). The board also nominated Commissioner Atkinson as liaison for Lakeland Trace build-out discussions.

• Approved agreement with The Refuge Church for use of city property at 0 Huff N Puff Road (5-0)
• Approved contract with Waste Connections of Tennessee for solid waste collection (5-0)
• Nominated Commissioner Atkinson as board liaison for Lakeland Trace build-out (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, reports from the sheriff, city manager, and committees, and a consent agenda. The regular agenda includes 14 resolutions covering contracts for engineering, street preservation, forestry services, a subdivision development, sports field lighting, and several project amendments. The board will also consider approving strategic goals and appointments.

• Resolution approving contract with Kimley Horn, Gresham Smith, Renaissance Group, and 4F Design for on-call architecture and engineering services
• Resolution approving agreement with Pavement Technology, Inc. for FY24 Street Preservation Project
• Resolution approving commercial subdivision development contract with Ashmont Developer, LLC for Ashmont Planned Development Area 6 Lot 1 & Area 7A Lots 2-6
• Resolution approving purchase of sports field lighting for Lakeland Athletic Complex Phase I from Musco Sports Lighting through Sourcewell contract #041123-MSL
• Resolution authorizing coordination for Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall appearance

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including strategic goals, an on-call architecture/engineering contract, a street preservation agreement, and a commercial subdivision development contract. A change order for the FY24 Street Paving project was tabled, and an amendment for the Highway 70 at Seed Tick Road intersection improvements failed. The board also added and discussed Gateway land planning but took no action.

• Approved strategic goals resolution (4-1)
• Approved on-call architecture/engineering services contract with Kimley Horn, Gresham Smith, Renaissance Group, 4F Design (5-0)
• Approved FY24 Street Preservation Project agreement with Pavement Technology, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved underbrush clearing contract with Midsouth Forestry Services (4-1)
• Approved appointment of Public Works Director to Shelby County Municipal Solid Waste Regional Board (5-0)
• Approved Second Renewal of Inter-Governmental Agreement with Shelby County for Hazardous Household Waste Facility (5-0)
• Approved commercial subdivision development contract with Ashmont Developer, LLC (5-0)
• Failed Amendment #1 to Cannon & Cannon, Inc. agreement for Highway 70 at Seed Tick Road improvements (2-3)

General

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners and Municipal Planning Commission are holding a special joint meeting to discuss and potentially approve the 2024 Lakeland Transportation Plan and the 2024 Lakeland PULSE Comprehensive Plan. The Planning Commission will first recommend approval, followed by the Board of Commissioners voting on resolutions to adopt both plans. Public comments will be heard before the votes.

• Presentation and discussion of Lakeland Transportation Plan 2024
• Presentation and discussion of Lakeland PULSE Comprehensive Plan 2024
• Planning Commission action to recommend approval of Transportation Plan
• Planning Commission action to recommend approval of PULSE Comprehensive Plan
• Board of Commissioners resolutions to approve both plans

At a special joint meeting, the Municipal Planning Commission recommended approval of the Lakeland Transportation Plan 2024 and the Lakeland PULSE Comprehensive Plan 2024, each with conditions. The Board of Commissioners then approved both plans via resolutions, with roll call votes of 4-0. The meeting was procedural and focused solely on these two plan approvals.

• Recommended approval of Lakeland Transportation Plan 2024 with condition to review Donelson Farms Parkway area (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Lakeland PULSE Comprehensive Plan 2024 with conditions on Donelson Farms Parkway and density/land use south of I-40 and north of Highway 64 (6-0)
• Approved resolution for Lakeland Transportation Plan 2024 (4-0)
• Approved resolution for Lakeland PULSE Comprehensive Plan 2024 (4-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board is holding a special called meeting to consider two resolutions related to tax increment financing (TIF) for Ashmont Developer, LLC. The board will vote on approving a professional services contract and draw request 3 for the TIF. Public discussion is also on the agenda.

• Resolution approving a professional services contract for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF
• Resolution approving draw request 3 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF

The Lakeland Industrial Development Board approved a professional services contract and draw request number 3 related to tax increment financing for Ashmont Developer, LLC. Officials also heard an update on the Lake District and an announcement regarding additional TIF funds.

• Approved professional services contract for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (4-0)
• Approved draw request 3 for Ashmont Developer, LLC TIF (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance amending the Municipal Parks & Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board bylaws. They will also consider several resolutions, including construction contracts, a sewer fund loan, a development plan, and a property use agreement. The board will discuss and potentially set priorities for the FY2025 budget and strategic goals.

• Ordinance amending O-3-2022 (Parks & Recreation Advisory Board bylaws) - second and final reading
• Resolution approving agreement with VuCon, LLC for FY24 Concrete project
• Resolution approving agreement with Standard Construction Company, Inc. for FY24 Street Paving project
• Resolution approving agreement with Grinder, Taber & Grinder, Inc. for Relax Inn Building Demolition
• Resolution authorizing interfund loan between General Fund and Sewer Fund

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners approved the Equestria Planned Development Outline Plan with conditions, passed ordinances and resolutions for concrete, street paving, and demolition projects, and authorized an interfund loan. The board also amended and approved an agreement with Memphis Light Gas and Water for athletic complex lighting and renewed a field maintenance contract with Ladd's.

• Approved February 1, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved second and final reading amending ordinance O-3-2022 for the Parks & Recreation/Natural Resources Advisory Board bylaws (5-0)
• Approved agreement with VuCon LLC for the FY24 Concrete project (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Standard Construction Company, Inc. for the FY24 Street Paving project (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Grinder, Taber & Grinder, Inc. for the Relax Inn Building Demolition project (5-0)
• Approved short-term interfund operating loan between the General Fund and Sewer Fund (5-0)
• Approved Equestria Planned Development Outline Plan as amended (3-2)
• Approved resolution establishing Saturday, March 16, 2024, as Arbor Day 2024 (5-0)

Community Advisory Board

The Lakeland Community Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on public safety, including the Neighborhood Watch program, as well as 2024 planning, crime reports and data, and Flock cameras. The board will also receive a presentation on amended bylaws. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and public comment.

• Discussion and possible action on public safety, including Neighborhood Watch program function
• Discussion and possible action on 2024 Community Advisory Board planning, sponsored by Mayor Roman
• Discussion and possible action on crime reports, data, and Flock cameras
• Presentation on amended bylaws of the Community Advisory Board

The board approved the meeting minutes from April 25, 2023, and October 24, 2023. Several items were discussed, including 2024 planning, a Lakeland Yard Sale, public safety, crime reports, and amended bylaws, but no formal actions were recorded for these topics.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved October 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved adding communication and outreach to the next meeting agenda

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will hold its regular meeting, including approval of minutes from January 11, 2024, and a public discussion period. The main action item is a vote on the Ashmont Planned Development Area 2 Preliminary Development Plan. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of Ashmont PD Area 2 Preliminary Development Plan
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2024 regular meeting

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission met on February 8, 2024 with four of seven commissioners present. The commission approved the January 11, 2024 regular meeting minutes 4-0 and approved the Ashmont PD Area 2 Preliminary Development Plan as presented 4-0. Developers Vince Smith and Corey Brady addressed the board's questions at the board's request. Planning Director Paul Luker announced a joint meeting with the Board of Commissioners and the Municipal Planning Commission regarding the P.U.L.S.E. Plan.

• Approved January 11, 2024 regular meeting minutes (4-0, voice vote)
• Approved Ashmont PD Area 2 Preliminary Development Plan as presented (4-0, voice vote)

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 development plans for Ashmont and Equestria, sewer concept plans, change orders for a sewer project, and a contract with Ashmont Developer, LLC. The board will also discuss 2024 events and proclamations.

• Resolution approving sewer concept plan for Ashmont Planned Development
• Resolution approving Equestria Planned Development outline plan
• Resolution approving change orders #4 and #5 on Clear Creek Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Phase A
• Resolution approving commercial subdivision development contract with Ashmont Developer, LLC
• Resolution authorizing RAISE and MPDG grant applications through US DOT

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions on February 1, 2024, including the Ashmont Planned Development outline plan amendment, its sewer concept plan, and a time extension for the Heathfield Planned Development Phase 1 contract. The board also approved change orders #4 and #5 on the Clear Creek Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Phase A project and authorized grant applications for RAISE and MPDG through the US DOT Federal Highway Administration. The Equestria Planned Development outline plan and a commercial subdivision development contract with Ashmont Developer, LLC were deferred to the next meeting, as was an agreement with Balton Sign Company for removal of the Relax Inn interstate sign. All recorded votes were 4-0, with Mayor Josh Roman absent.

• Approved Ashmont Planned Development sewer concept plan (4-0)
• Approved Ashmont Planned Development outline plan amendment (4-0)
• Approved change orders #4 and #5 on Clear Creek Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Phase A project (4-0)
• Approved time extension for Heathfield Planned Development Phase 1 Residential Subdivision Development Contract (4-0)
• Approved authorizing submittal of RAISE and MPDG grant applications through US DOT Federal Highway Administration (4-0)
• Deferred Equestria Planned Development outline plan to next meeting (4-0)
• Deferred commercial subdivision development contract with Ashmont Developer, LLC for Area 6 Lot 1 & Area 7A Lots 2-6 to next meeting (no objection)
• Deferred agreement with Balton Sign Company for removal of Relax Inn interstate sign to next meeting (4-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will meet to approve a draw request related to tax increment financing for Lakeland Commons, LP, and discuss the current status of The Lake District TIF. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and public discussion.

• Resolution approving draw request 21 for Lakeland Commons, LP TIF
• Discussion on current status of The Lake District TIF
• Approval of minutes from August 24, 2023 and November 27, 2023 meetings

The Industrial Development Board approved draw request 21 tied to tax increment financing for Lakeland Commons, LP, on a 4-0 roll call vote. The board also approved the minutes of its August 24, 2023 regular meeting and its November 27, 2023 special called meeting, each 4-0. City Manager Michael Walker gave an update on the status of The Lake District TIF, with no action recorded. Three of eight board members were absent, and there was no public discussion.

• Approved draw request 21 for Lakeland Commons LP tax increment financing (4-0 roll call)
• Approved August 24, 2023 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved November 27, 2023 special called meeting minutes (4-0)
• Heard update on The Lake District TIF status; no action recorded

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board is holding a special called meeting to handle routine business, including approving previous meeting minutes and voting on board officers for 2024. The board will also receive updates on the IH Managerial Park restroom facility and discuss the Lakeland Athletics youth baseball program, a potential youth competitive soccer program, and special events.

• Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Vote on 2024 board officers
• Update on IH Managerial Park restroom facility
• Discussion of Lakeland Athletics youth baseball and potential competitive soccer
• Discussion of Lakeland special events

At a special called meeting on January 23, 2024, the Lakeland Parks & Recreation/Natural Resources Board approved its November 14, 2023 minutes and elected officers: Mark Donley as Chair, Steve Snow as Vice-Chair, and Jessica Cannon as Secretary, each by an 8-0 voice vote. The board also voted 8-0 to move its March 12 meeting to March 5. Updates were given on the IH Managerial Park restroom facility, youth baseball and a potential youth competitive soccer program, and special events, but no motions were presented on those items. Director Andrew Fisher announced the city was not awarded the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee Healthy Places grant.

• Approved November 14, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Elected Mark Donley as Chair (8-0)
• Elected Steve Snow as Vice-Chair (8-0)
• Elected Jessica Cannon as Secretary (8-0)
• Moved the March 12 meeting to March 5 (8-0)

General

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners is holding a strategic planning workshop to discuss and potentially adopt its goals and objectives for fiscal year 2025, which begins July 1, 2024. The agenda includes a discussion and possible action on the goals, followed by a resolution to approve them. This is a planning session focused on setting the board's priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Discussion and possible action on strategic goals and objectives for FY2025
• Resolution approving the strategic goals of the Board of Commissioners

Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission will hold a regular meeting with public discussion, reports, and old/new business. The main items are a possible recommendation on amendments to the Ashmont Planned Development Outline Plan regarding multi-family and assisted living uses, and an action on a land disturbance permit at 3135 Cobb Road.

• Discussion and possible action on amendments to Ashmont Planned Development Outline Plan for multi-family/assisted living uses
• Action on Land Disturbance Permit at 3135 Cobb Road
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2023

The Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission approved a Land Disturbance Permit for 3135 Cobb Road on a 4-0 voice vote. The commission also voted 4-0 to defer proposed amendments on multi-family/assisted living uses in the Ashmont Planned Development Outline Plan to its next meeting, after staff said the Ashmont representative was not present. The December 14, 2023 regular meeting minutes were approved 4-0. Three commissioners were absent, and Planning Director Paul Luker announced a combined meeting of the Board of Commissioners and the commission on February 29, 2024.

• Approved Land Disturbance Permit for 3135 Cobb Road (4-0)
• Deferred Ashmont Planned Development multi-family/assisted living amendment recommendation to next meeting (4-0)
• Approved December 14, 2023 regular meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Board

The Lakeland Parks and Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board is holding its regular meeting. The board will vote on officers for 2024, receive updates on the IH Managerial Park restroom facility, and hold work sessions on youth baseball, a potential competitive soccer program, and special events.

• Vote on 2024 board officers
• Update on IH Managerial Park restroom facility
• Discussion on youth baseball program
• Discussion on potential youth competitive soccer program
• Discussion on Lakeland Special Events

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 Title 5, Chapter 4 of the municipal code to conform with state law. They will also hear presentations on pavement assessment and Cityworks, and discuss planning for 2024 events and a temporary traffic signal at Highway 70 and Seed Tick Road.

• Ordinance (2nd reading) amending Title 5, Chapter 4 to conform with Tenn. Code Ann. § 6-19-104
• Pavement Assessment Presentation by Engineering Department
• Cityworks Presentation by ITS Department
• Discussion on temporary traffic signal at Highway 70 and Seed Tick Road
• Planning for 2024 events including Law Enforcement Day, National Donor Day, National Day of Prayer, Firefighters Day, Teachers Day, Nurses Day, July 4 Parade, and National Night Out

The Board of Commissioners approved an ordinance on second and final reading to amend Title 5, Chapter 4 of the Lakeland Municipal Code to conform with Tenn. Code Ann. § 6-19-104. The board also approved the December 21, 2023 meeting minutes as amended to include Finance Director Andrea Perkins in the staff attendance section. Discussions were held on a pavement assessment, Cityworks software, and planning for 2024 events, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved ordinance amending Title 5, Chapter 4 to conform with Tenn. Code Ann. § 6-19-104 (5-0)
• Approved December 21, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Amended minutes to include Finance Director Andrea Perkins in staff attendance (5-0)