Violating water-restriction policies is going to get more expensive, while Lakeland Electric customers will see a lower fuel charge, following the City Commission meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Leaders also discussed the rising volume of travelers through Lakeland’s city-owned airport and authorized a state grant to revise the city’s stormwater mitigation plan as hurricane season continues.
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Rogue Lawn-Watering Penalties Go Up
Since spring, Lakeland has been under modified Phase III “Extreme” water shortage restrictions, which means watering lawns only once per week in most cases. Now, the city will stop issuing warnings, and fines will rise for property owners who do not follow the city’s schedule…