The Frances Langford Promenade has been one of Lakeland’s defining landmarks for nearly a century. But city officials say the 98-year-old structure is showing signs of age — and Hurricane Milton may have accelerated problems.
Lakeland has received a $79,827 grant from the National Park Service’s Emergency Supplemental Historic Preservation Fund to investigate cracks, leaks, and other deterioration and determine whether the structure remains sound.
The grant pays for the investigative work needed to determine the extent of the problems and what it will take to fix them. Any repairs would require separate funding.
Signs of movement raise concerns
Lakeland Facilities Manager Richard Baker said Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts staff raised concerns about possible water seepage and wall movement after Hurricane Milton…