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Meeting Minutes - February 16, 2026

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2026/02/16

Episode 100 of Meeting Minutes is here! In this milestone installment, we cover the February 16th City Commission meeting, including a Visitor Center update from the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, an economic development agreement with Trimac Building Systems bringing 50 new high-wage jobs to the area, a major sewer rehabilitation project, new airport staffing tied to Avelo Airlines' growth, and the introduction of the City's new Communications Director, Larry Little. Plus, we mark 100 episodes of

5:22

Meeting Minutes - February 2, 2026

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2026/02/02

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from February 2, 2026 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap:WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

29:58

Listen Lakeland | February 2026 – Lakeland’s Living...

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2026/02/01

In this February episode of Listen Lakeland, host Tiffany Van Wieren invites listeners into a meaningful conversation about how Lakeland’s Black history is preserved, remembered, and lived every day — not just during one month of the year. Joined by community leader Lynne Simpkins and LuAnn Mims of the Lakeland History Room, the discussion explores the power of neighborhoods, the role of libraries as living storytellers, and why curiosity about our city’s past helps build stronger connections

5:30

Meeting Minutes - January 20, 2026

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2026/01/20

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from January 20, 2026 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap:WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

5:49

Meeting Minutes - January 5, 2026

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2026/01/05

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from January 5, 2026 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap:WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

30:00

Listen Lakeland | January 2026 – Empowering Voters,...

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2026/01/04

In this inspiring January 2026 episode of Listen Lakeland, host Trinity Laurino welcomes Polk County Supervisor of Elections Melony Bell. From her early grassroots activism in Fort Meade to years of public service at the city, county, and state levels, Supervisor Bell shares how civic engagement fuels strong, safe communities. The conversation explores her passion for voter education, recent changes in Florida’s vote-by-mail process, and innovative outreach efforts—including Polk County’s first

29:59

Honoring Our Past, Inspiring the Future: Lakeland's...

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2025/12/07

In this edition of Listen Lakeland, host Pat Steed, Vice‑Chair of Lakeland Vision, welcomes a distinguished panel to discuss Lakeland’s exciting role in the upcoming national celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Guests J. Lenora Bresler, Dr. Alan Snyder, and Gary Clark—members of the America 250 “Path to Freedom” Steering Committee—share insights into this visionary and multifaceted project that blends art, education, history, and civic pride.With powerful stories, local collaboration, and a

6:07

Meeting Minutes - November 17, 2025

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2025/11/17

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from November 17, 2025 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap:WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

5:44

Meeting Minutes - November 3, 2025

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2025/11/03

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from November 3, 2025 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap:WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

29:59

Building a Textbook City: Visionary Planning for...

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2025/11/02

In this forward-thinking episode of Listen Lakeland, host Trinity Laurino, Executive Director of Lakeland Now, is joined by two distinguished visionaries shaping the future of our region—Ana Wood-Rogers and David Bunch. With decades of leadership between them, Ana and David explore what makes Lakeland a “textbook city,” discussing long-range planning, infrastructure, civic identity, and community collaboration.From Ana’s development of a 150-year solid waste management framework to David’s insights

30:00

Listen Lakeland | October 2025 – Breast Cancer...

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2025/10/04

In this heartfelt October episode of Listen Lakeland, host Tiffany Van Wieren spotlights Breast Cancer Awareness Month by welcoming three incredible guests whose work and experiences are making a difference in Lakeland and beyond. Joining the conversation are Dr. Elisabeth Dupont, breast surgeon at Watson Clinic; Massiel Gilpin, registered dietitian and diabetes educator at Watson Clinic; and Cathy Angel, a 10-year breast cancer survivor and founder of Boxed by An Angel, a nonprofit providing

5:46

Meeting Minutes - September 15, 2025

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2025/09/15

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from September 15, 2025 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap:WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

30:00

Expanding Access to Care: Central Florida Health...

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2025/09/07

In this month’s episode of Listen Lakeland, host Carol Philipson is joined by Ann Claussen, CEO of Central Florida Health Care, and Dr. Cara Nelson-James, Chief Medical Officer, for an inspiring conversation about how CFHC is transforming healthcare access in our community.Learn how this federally qualified health center is breaking down barriers to care—offering everything from same-day appointments and pharmacy services to pediatric care, behavioral health, and support for the uninsured. You’ll

5:07

Meeting Minutes - September 2, 2025

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2025/09/02

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from September 2, 2025 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

05:48

Meeting Minutes - August 18, 2025

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2025/08/18

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from August 18, 2025 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap:WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

06:46

Meeting Minutes - August 4, 2025

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2025/08/04

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from August 4, 2025 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap:WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

30:00

Empowering Learners of All Ages: Celebrating 50 Years...

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2025/08/03

In this inspiring episode of Listen Lakeland, host Dr. Sallie Stone, Founder of Compass Smart Solutions and Owner of Well-Done! Events, sits down with Dr. Pamela Craven, Executive Director of the Learning Resource Center (LRC) of Polk County. Together, they explore LRC’s remarkable 50-year journey of serving learners from early childhood through adulthood. Dr. Craven shares the organization’s roots in grassroots volunteerism, its evolution into a vital educational support system, and the programs

06:14

Meeting Minutes - July 21, 2025

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2025/07/21

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from July 21, 2025 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap:WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

06:01

Meeting Minutes - July 7, 2025

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2025/07/07

PODBEAN:Get the highlights of the commission meeting from July 7, 2025 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

30:01

Keeping Kids Curious: Summer Learning and Family...

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2025/07/06

This month on Listen Lakeland, host Tiffany Van Wieren, Coordinator of the Watson Clinic Foundation’s Arts in Medicine Program, explores how families in our community can turn summer into a season of enrichment. Joined by Julie Ward of the Florida Children’s Museum, Stephanie Brown from the Lakeland Public Library, and April Mucci, founder of Lakeland Mom, the conversation focuses on local programs, resources, and creative ideas that help kids stay engaged, curious, and connected throughout the

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