ZIP + 4 provides Lakeland identity

While we are still actively attempting to secure a "unique" ZIP code for Lakeland, I was advised that if Lakeland residents use their "ZIP + 4" number this will identify a Lakeland as a "Lakeland" resident, and also may assist in assuring that sales tax revenues go to the right City and that your residence is identified as "Lakeland" for insurance, tax, labeling and other reasons. It may also help on GPS searches, depending on the GPS unit.

I am starting to use my "ZIP + 4" address on all correspondence for both my home and City Hall and will keep you advised of the results.

I am hoping using the ZIP + 4 address along with continuing to change my address to "Lakeland" whenever another City is used that I will eventually get all of my mail addressed to "Lakeland".

In the meanwhile, we will continue to petition the U.S. Postal Service for a unique "Lakeland" address.

To determine your unique "ZIP + 4" address, go to www.usps.com., click on "find a ZIP code" and you can find your unique ZIP Code.

For example, City Hall is 10001 Highway 70, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002-8068 and we will begin emphasizing this address and hopefully avoid the address of "Lakeland City Hall, Arlington, Tennessee!".

In the meantime, we continue to work with the U.S. Postal Service on a possible solution to Lakeland receiving a unique ZIP Code.

July 4 Children's Independence Day Parade

Join the 15th Annual Children's Independence Day Parade at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 4, 2011! Children will gather at 9:30 p.m. at 9677 Cutter Lane (Windward Slopes Addition) and proceed through Windward Slopes to the Trustmark Bank where refreshments will be served.

The parade route is from 9677 Cutter Lane, than along Cutter Lane turning right on Leeward Slopes; than left on Lighthouse Lane to Windward Slope; and then continue on Windward Slopes to Trustmark Bank.

Come on out and enjoy a "good old fashioned" July 4th parade! (Probably some of the first participants now have their own children in the parade!)

BUSINESS APPRECIATION BREAKFAST 7:00 A.M. THIS WEDNESDAY, JULY 6

Businesses and residents are invited to the Business Appreciation Breakfast scheduled for 7:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 6 at the Stonebridge Golf Course Clubhouse.

While the deadline for reservations is past, there are several openings available on a first reserved basis with priority to local businesses. Contact the City of Lakeland, 867-2717 or e-mail tmeyer@lakelandtn.org for information on reservations. Breakfast will be provided along with door prizes and information about the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, Memphis Light Gas and Water, City of Lakeland and the Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce Existing Business Committee.

Lakeland businesses add vitality to our community and serve residents as well as provide revenue for municipal operations and projects. We appreciate our businesses (including the many home businesses) in Lakeland and urge all residents to demonstrate your support by shopping at and doing business with Lakeland businesses!

Sponsors of the annual event include the City of Lakeland, Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce Existing Business Committee and Memphis Light Gas and Water.

Come on out and meet your business neighbors, and Chamber, MLGW and City and State officials!

Holiday Schedules for Independence Day

Holiday Schedules for Independence Day, Monday July 4, include:

-City Hall will be closed Monday, July 4, 2011

-All refuse and recycling routes will be delayed one day. Monday routes will be picked up Tuesday, Tuesdays routes Wednesday, Wednesday routes Thursday, Thursday routes Friday and Fridays routes on Saturday.

TIME CAPSULE OPENING SATURDAY, JUNE 25!

TIME CAPSULE OPENING!

TIME CAPSULE PLACED IN 1986!

Lakeland City Park
10001 US Highway 70, Lakeland, TN

Saturday, June 25, 11:00 a.m. –1 p.m.
Time Capsule opening, 12-Noon!
Rain Date: Sunday, June 26, 2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.

A family event featuring:
Entertainment by: DJ, “Rockin Robin”
Face painting by: “Ms. Rainbow” the Clown
Games & Refreshments
Visit www.lakelandtn.gov, click here or contact Lakeland City Hall at (901)867-2717 for details.

SENIOR LUNCHEON THIS FRIDAY, JUNE 17!

RED, WHITE & BBQ

SENIORS 55+ LUNCHEON

Join us for a catered meal from Central BBQ

and entertainment provided by

Jo Reynolds & the River City Boppers

FRIDAY, JUNE 17th, 11:30 a.m.

IH Managerial Clubhouse, 4523 Canada Road

The menu will include:

BBQ, Beans, Slaw, Cobbler and Drink

Cost: $8 per person

Make your reservation today by phone (901) 867-2717 or email tmeyer@ lakelandtn.org

Disaster Assistance for businesses

The Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce recently sent out the following reminder to all area businesses, who may have had some impact by the flooding.

Fact Sheets are available by clicking here for Data Sheet # 1 and Data Sheet # 2

The U.S Small Business Administration is concerned about the low number of applications that have been returned for disaster recovery assistance from the recent floods and tornadoes. Out of 376 businesses that made contact with FEMA, only 29 have turned in an SBA application to receive low interest loan assistance @ 4% interest for physical damage and/or economic impact damage.

Please encourage any business that you know of that has been affected in any way by the recent floods to download an application from sba.gov. The deadline of June 30 is fast approaching.

P.S. Even businesses outside of Shelby County who did not sustain any physical damage are eligible for Economic Impact low-interest loans.