In about a year, Fire Station 8 will become a reality, made possible by a collaborative effort between residents, the City of Lakeland, design and construction teams, and state and federal representatives.
Many of those vital to the project joined in the groundbreaking at Sleepy Hill Road and Mall Hill Drive on Thursday, June 4.
“Today marks the beginning of the construction phase of a project that has required thoughtful planning, strong collaboration, and support for many people across the organization,” said Lakeland Fire Department (LFD) Assistant Chief Matt Brown…