The Brief
- During the city of Lakeland’s first day of their annual Strategic Planning Retreat, city officials discussed key issues, including infrastructure and public safety.
- In a community survey, 3,600 residents shared that their main concern was traffic congestion.
- The Lakeland Police Department proposed new, cutting-edge technology that would make officers safer, smarter and more efficient.
LAKELAND, Fla. – The city of Lakeland is laying out its strategic plan for the near and distant future.
Officials held the first day of their annual Strategic Planning Retreat at the RP Funding Center Thursday, discussing key issues, including infrastructure and public safety.
Infrastructure importance
According to the city, infrastructure is the defining issue for Lakeland’s next decade. Rapid growth, rising construction costs, weather events such as flooding and heavy rainfall, as well as aging roads and pipes are all potential threats.
In a community survey, 3,600 residents shared that their main concern was traffic congestion.
When it comes to infrastructure, City Commissioner Ashley Troutman says anything that keeps citizens safe is a top priority.…