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Lakeland’s Bonnet Springs Park is getting what was referred to as the “big enchilada” through the multifaceted partnership in an effort to correct the Lake Bonnet drainage basin’s current flood hazards.
The City of Lakeland applied for the funding which will be implemented by the Public Works Department’s Lakes + Stormwater division. The project should reach completion over a 10-year period and will commence within the next several months.
According to the City, the overall plan is as follows:
• Offset local flood hazards + damages as well as actively improving watershed resilience via local stormwater infrastructure.
• Increase the storage capacity for stormwater through both treatment and retention basins within Lake Bonnet.
• Restore Lake Bonnet’s surface water through a “harvesting technology” to remove algae forming nutrients that harm surface water. |
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Weather
○ 80º | T-Storms | 90% chance of rain
○ Don’t leave your house without an umbrella, the next few days will be quite wet. Expect plenty of rain + inclement weather through Wed., April 21, although not as severe as the recent storms that resulted in a tornado in Winter Haven. ☔ (ABC Action News)
Biz
○ Lakeland Linder International Airport is seeing a noticeable uptick in success. With over 60 businesses operating within the airport’s ecosystem, the latest report showed over 30,000 employees on the premises and can be attributed to Amazon Air, Draken International, and NOAA. (WFTS Tampa Bay)
Coronavirus
○ Masks will remain mandatory in all Polk County Public Schools for the remainder of the 2020-21 school year. PCPS will reevaluate all safety measures before the next school year, including mask requirements. (Polk County Public Schools)
○ On Sunday, the Florida Department of Health announced 6,834 new cases of COVID-19 and 35 deaths in Florida. That brings FL's total number of cases to 2,168,901 + the total deaths to 35,109. See Lakeland + Polk numbers here.
○ Monitor the Florida Department of Health in Polk’s website for the latest information regarding vaccines.
Development
○ A $1.2 million furniture facility is expected to pop up in Plant City, just 20 minutes from Downtown Lakeland. CITY Furniture will add over 500 new jobs to the Greater Tampa Bay Area as soon as July 2022. The development will sit as the corporate office for the region + will total 1 million sqft. (Tampa Bay Times)
Cause
○ With SUN ‘n FUN wrapping up yesterday, Lakeland saw hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over to take part in the aerospace expo. Funding from the week-long event will contribute towards the Aerospace Center for Excellence, which gifts roughly $450,000 in scholarships for students. (WFTS Tampa Bay)
○ Participating in the Hollis Cancer Center Promise Run 5k or 10k is more than a physical achievement. The funds raised through registration allow Lakeland Regional Health to continue to help those facing a cancer diagnosis and treatment at the Hollis Cancer Center. Learn more about how the race makes a difference here. Ⓟ
ComingSoon
○ Local biz, Divine Fruits by Bella G., announced last week that produce deliveries will start back up this week on Apr. 23. Menus as well as more details will be announced soon via their Instagram account + patrons can expect giveaways and deals this season.
Edu
○ Applications are open for Head Start programs for the 2021-22 school year at select Polk County elementary schools. Head Start is a no-cost early childhood education program for children aged 3-4 from low-income families. To find your nearest participating school, click on the “Locations” button here. (Polk County Public Schools)
State
○ Condé Nast Traveler shared “The Best State Parks in the U.S.”, and in the Sunshine State, the pick was Bahia Honda State Park. Located on Big Pine Key (6 hours from Lakeland), the park boasts crystal-clear water perfect for snorkeling, kayaking, and sunbathing. (Condé Nast Traveler)
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Is your A.C. unit in need of a major upgrade? You’re in luck. This month, we’re partnering with Payne Air Conditioning for our Dog Days of Summer Giveaway to help get your home’s air conditioning system in tip-top shape. One winner will receive $5,000 towards a new residential Carrier AC unit.
Here’s how to enter:
Head over to the Giveaway form below and enter your email address, name, zip code, check the opt-in box to receive Payne Air Conditioning updates (optional) + answer a few questions.
That’s it. Anyone living in the greater Lakeland area (within a 10-mile radius) can enter to win once per day now through Mon., May 3, 2021. Entries close Mon., May 3 at 11 p.m. One winner will be chosen at random, contacted, and announced in our newsletter on Wed., May 5, 2021.
Good luck, LAL.
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Civic
○ City Commission Meeting | Mon., April 19 | 3-5 p.m. | City Hall | Free | Virtual viewers can tune in on LakelandGovTV, Spectrum channel 643, or FIOS channel 43.
Cause
○ MEGA Pantry Distribution | Mon., April 19 | 3:30-6 p.m. | Lakes Church, 1010 E. Memorial Blvd. | Free | If you’re in need, pick up a box or bag of prepackaged food. 🥫
PlanAhead
○ Spring Workout at The Yard | Wed., April 21 | 6-7 p.m. | The Yard on Mass | $15 | Complete this circuit workout and enjoy a free drink voucher.
○ Groove That Makes Yo’ Booty Move | Fri., April 23 | 7 p.m. | Bok Tower Gardens | $36+ | A night of funk, R&B + soul music with Reverend Barry & The Funk.
○ Bay Street Classic Car Show | Sat., April 24 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Bay St., Davenport | Free | Come for the vintage + exotic cars, stay for the BBQ + raffles.
○ The Wizard of Oz | Fri., April 30 | 7 p.m. | Stage Room Lakeland, 310 E. Lemon St. | $15 | Local students present the classic American tale of Dorothy + Toto.
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Disclaimer: It is up to readers’ discretion to determine whether they feel comfortable participating in any mentioned events based on COVID-19 protocols and precautions. If you have questions, please contact the event’s organizers directly.
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There are many options for financing a business | Photo provided
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There are many options for financing a business — two of the most common being conventional loans and Small Business Administration (SBA) loans. In cases where borrowers don’t meet the lender’s criteria for a conventional loan, an SBA loan could help.
SBAs allow flexibility in equity requirements, term limits + collateral that aren’t offered with conventional loans. Additional key differences between conventional and SBA here.
Connect with a local pro from Bank of Central Florida below. Ⓟ
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