LAKELAND, Tenn. — Lakeland residents interested in taking a more active role in local government have an opportunity to serve on the city’s Community Advisory Board, with openings currently available in three districts.
Established in 2019, the Community Advisory Board was created to strengthen communication between residents, city staff and the Board of Commissioners. The board provides residents with a direct avenue to bring neighborhood concerns, ideas and priorities to city leaders while giving the city an opportunity to gather community input on issues affecting Lakeland.
The board is organized into eight districts, with members serving two-year terms. Current openings are available in Districts 4, 7 and 8.
District 4
Residents from the following neighborhoods are eligible to apply:
- Cool Springs
- East Shores
- Long Landing
- The Preserve
- The Pointe
- Winward Slopes
- Lakeland Estates
District 7
Openings are available for residents of:
- Woodland Park
- Sterling Place
- Monroe Road
District 8
Residents of the following neighborhoods are eligible:
- Plantation Woods
- Bentbrooke Hills
- Cobb Road
The city encourages residents who are unsure which district they live in to consult Lakeland’s district map before applying.
Those interested in serving can learn more about the Community Advisory Board and submit an application through the City of Lakeland’s Volunteer Boards and Commissions webpage.
