Lakeland Commissioners Approve Long-Term Plan that Raises Stormwater Utility Fees

Lakeland commissioners approve long-term plan that raises stormwater utility fees

Lakeland homeowners will soon pay significantly more for stormwater services as leaders move to address widespread flooding concerns exposed by the 2024 hurricanes.

The Lakeland City Commission voted to decrease the fuel charge for Lakeland Electric customers

The Lakeland City Commission voted on Monday, May 4, 2026, to decrease the fuel charge for Lakeland Electric customers, which will take effect on June 1, 2026. The adjustment lowers… The post The Lakeland City Commission voted to decrease the fuel charge for Lakeland Electric customers appeared first on .

Lakeland increases stormwater fees, Lake Bonny residents say not enough to prevent flooding

Nearly two years after devastating flooding during Hurricane Milton, Lakeland city leaders are looking ahead to prevent the next disaster.Here we are years later, and nothings been done, and there is another season on the way, said Janise Morsey.WATCH: Lakeland increases stormwater fees, Lake Bonny residents say not enough to prevent flooding Lakeland increases stormwater fees, Lake Bonny residents say not enough to prevent floodingFor Morsey, t…

Lakeland Commissioners Compromise on Stormwater Rates

Beginning in January 2027, monthly fees will increase by $1.17 annually to help fund $69 million in overdue drainage and water-quality projects. The post Lakeland Commissioners Compromise on Stormwater Rates appeared first on LkldNow.