City of Lakeland, FL
11/01/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/01/2024 11:37
Public Notice: Lake Bonny Public Meeting Wednesday, November 6 at 6:30 p.m.
Public Notice: Lake Bonny Public Meeting Wednesday, November 6 at 6:30 p.m.
The City of Lakeland will host a public meeting for Lake Bonny residents that have been impacted by flooding due to Hurricane Milton. The meeting will take place November 6, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Lakeland City Commission Chambers located at City Hall, 228 South Massachusetts Avenue. The purpose of the meeting is to provide current information regarding the flooding situation and to hear from Lake Bonny residents who are still experiencing flood conditions.
There will be a presentation from City Manager, Shawn Sherrouse to start the meeting and then the floor will open for residents to voice concerns. FEMA and other resource agencies will be on site. During Hurricane Milton, the Lakeland area experienced over 12 inches of rain in 24 hours taxing the City's stormwater and natural drainage systems.
Contact
Kevin Cook
Director of Communications
City of Lakeland
863.834.6264
[email protected]
About Lakeland
The City of Lakeland was incorporated in January 1885 and has grown to become one of the largest inland communities in Florida. With a current population fast approaching 130,000 Lakeland continues to grow. It has been designated a Standard Metropolitan Statistical Area by the US Census Bureau for over 30 years. With tourist attractions and gulf beaches only an hour away, Lakeland continues to capitalize on its ideal central Florida location along the I-4 corridor. The City owns and operates Lakeland Electric, the third largest publicly owned utility in Florida and it was one of the first to offer power in the Sunshine State in 1889.
For additional information about the City of Lakeland, please visit www.lakelandgov.net. Citizens are also invited to follow the City on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Vimeo, Snapchat and Nextdoor. Citizens can find the City of Lakeland on these social media platforms by searching lakelandgov.
For additional information about the City of Lakeland, please explore LakelandGov.net.
Citizens are also invited to follow the City on social media.
Posted by Communications on 01 Nov 2024