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Posted on: August 29, 2023

Labor Day Trash Pick-Up

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All waste and recycling services will be suspended on Labor Day, Monday, September 4. Read below to see the rescheduled pick-up dates:

- All Monday services will be collected on Tuesday, September 5.

- All Tuesday services will be collected on Wednesday, September 6.

- All Wednesday services will be collected on Thursday, September 7.

- All Thursday services will be collected on Friday, September 8.

- All Friday services will be collected on Saturday, September 9.

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City’s private developer incentive program makes an impact on qualified homebuyers

Posted on: August 2, 2022
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CRA board invests in small business incubator to strengthen entrepreneurs

Posted on: July 28, 2022
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City’s affordable housing program is on the rise

Posted on: July 27, 2022
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City coordinates efforts to enhance cemetery

Posted on: July 19, 2022
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Fourth of July Celebration & Fireworks

Posted on: June 30, 2022
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City initiates plans to upgrade northwest neighborhood with enhanced water system

Posted on: June 17, 2022
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Street resurfacing of Dr. J.A. Wiltshire Avenue and Crystal Avenue

Posted on: June 9, 2022
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Construction Site Preparation Before a Storm

Posted on: June 2, 2022
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Hurricane Preparedness - Polk County Emergency Shelter Locations

Posted on: June 1, 2022
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Fair Housing Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Posted on: June 1, 2022
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Yard Preparation Before a Storm

Posted on: May 26, 2022
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Disaster Preparedness 2022 Sales tax Holiday

Posted on: May 26, 2022
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Road Advisory: Beginning the first week of June 2022, SR 60 near Frontage Road will be closed

Posted on: May 19, 2022
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City of Lake Wales proclaims Ace Outlaw Recognition Day, May 17, 2022

Posted on: May 18, 2022
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Land use study - Share your thoughts and ideas via the online survey

Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Community Redevelopment Agency Workshop on Saturday, May 21 between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Posted on: May 10, 2022
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City awarded nearly $1.2 million grant to increase pedestrian safety

Posted on: May 9, 2022
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Road Advisory: Traveling on eastbound SR 60

Posted on: May 9, 2022
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Mayor Jack Hilligoss and Commissioner Krueger take the oath of office

Posted on: May 5, 2022
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City of Lake Wales hires Joanna Abernathy as new deputy city manager

Posted on: May 4, 2022
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Roadway Advisory - Upcoming Traffic Shift

Posted on: April 27, 2022
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City starts pilot program to offer self-pay recreational opportunities

Posted on: April 22, 2022
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Road Advisory - Park Avenue

Posted on: April 21, 2022
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Frederick Law Olmsted Day, April 30, 2022

Posted on: April 21, 2022
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Business Development Workshop - May 21 between 9 A.M. to 1 P.M.

Posted on: April 19, 2022
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City in a Garden - Comprehensive Plan

Posted on: April 15, 2022
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Election Results - 2022 April Municipal Election

Posted on: April 8, 2022
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Lake Wales was beautified today as part of Warner Cares Day 2022

Posted on: April 6, 2022
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Easter egg hunts in the city

Posted on: April 5, 2022
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Olmsted and the Lake Wales Connected Plan, City in a Garden Visionaries

Posted on: April 1, 2022
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Upcoming Roadway Closure

Posted on: March 31, 2022
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Upcoming Roadway Closure

Posted on: March 31, 2022
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City of Lake Wales expands incentives to attract private developers and homebuyers

Posted on: March 31, 2022
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City of Lake Wales and area partners lend a helping hand to seniors, home improvements and repairs

Posted on: March 30, 2022
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The City of Lake Wales celebrates Ms. Selma Burke, Women's History Month

Posted on: March 25, 2022
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City of Lake Wales awarded $48,683 hometown grant by T-Mobile

Posted on: March 24, 2022
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City in a Garden - Lake Wales History

Posted on: March 24, 2022
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Join us and celebrate the good news.

Posted on: March 18, 2022
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City’s horticulture department kicks up the charm, Lake Wales Connected Plan

Posted on: March 17, 2022
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Grand opening of Wales Pointe Restaurant and Bar

Posted on: March 10, 2022
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Upcoming Roadway Closure and Detour Map

Posted on: March 9, 2022
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The B Street Community Service Center in Lake Wales has been approved to be a food distribution site

Posted on: March 2, 2022
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City initiates land use study to guide future development in Lake Wales

Posted on: March 2, 2022
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Celebrating Dr. Joseph Ashby Wiltshire

Posted on: February 25, 2022
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2022 LAKE WALES MARDI GRAS FESTIVAL & PARADE

Posted on: February 24, 2022
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4th Annual Black History Month Luncheon

Posted on: February 20, 2022
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City of Lake Wales accepts $803,250 airport grant from FDOT

Posted on: February 18, 2022
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City of Lake Wales Commission approves ballot for upcoming municipal election

Posted on: February 18, 2022
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City’s partnerships expand more affordable housing for families.

Posted on: February 11, 2022
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The City of Lake Wales Community Redevelopment Agency is expanding more affordable housing.

Posted on: February 11, 2022
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City hosted member municipalities at an event promoting efficiency in local government.

Posted on: February 11, 2022
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Notice: Redevelopment of the CRA Property at 39 Lincoln Avenue W.

Posted on: February 4, 2022
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City greenlights first of many projects in the Lake Wales Connected Plan

Posted on: February 1, 2022
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2022 Election notice

Posted on: February 1, 2022
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Meeting Notice

Posted on: January 31, 2022
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Police Officers Association gifts student a mobility device

Posted on: January 28, 2022
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City's partnerships dedicated to providing affordable housing for families

Posted on: January 25, 2022
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Open call for mural artists, $10,000.00

Posted on: January 24, 2022
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Road Closure

Posted on: January 24, 2022
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City’s Development Services enhances CRA team

Posted on: January 21, 2022
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Business Development Series Event - Community Redevelopment Agency

Posted on: January 19, 2022
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City expands Development Services department to support future growth

Posted on: January 19, 2022
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Congratulations to Lester Gulledge, Horticulturist

Posted on: January 6, 2022
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Congratulations to Mark J. Bennett, Director of Development Services

Posted on: January 4, 2022
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Lake Wales Police Officers spread holiday cheer.

Posted on: December 23, 2021
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Congratulations to Stephanie Edwards, Support Services and Recreation Manager

Posted on: December 22, 2021
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Congratulations to Autumn Cochella, Development Services Manager

Posted on: December 20, 2021