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Posted on: February 18, 2022

City of Lake Wales Commission approves ballot for upcoming municipal election

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City of Lake Wales Commission approves ballot for upcoming municipal election

The City of Lake Wales is pleased to announce the candidates for the upcoming municipal election on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 for Mayor Seat 1, At-Large and Commissioner Seat 4, District 27. 

Mayor Seat 1, At-Large

Mayoral candidate Curtis Gibson

Mayoral candidate Jack Hilligoss

Mayoral candidate Tammy James


Commissioner Seat 4, District 27

Commissioner candidate Daniel Krueger                                               

Commissioner candidate James Loydd    

City of Lake Wales 2022 Municipal Election Ballot                          

 

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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
PR_City of Lake Wales and area partners lend a helping hand to seniors, home improvements and repair

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’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