Republic Services, a private waste hauler serving the Memphis area (including the City of Lakeland, Tn.) released a statement Monday, saying Teamster-represented employees "have engaged in a work stoppage.
"The company said its managers are now working routes and additional Republic employees "are being brought in" to provide waste and recycling service. Garbage collection for Lakeland is to resume on Wednesday, January 30th. Monday trash pickup will be Wednesday, Tuesday pickup will be Thursday, etc. Please keep informed by visiting our website at
www.lakelandtn.gov for further information or call City Hall at 867-5409 or 867-2717.
"There will be some delays, but service will be provided," the company said in a statement. "We are committed to taking care of our customers and our employees."
Officials with Local 984 of the Teamsters previously have said the Republic Services, though highly profitable, is seeking to replace contributions to employees' pension fund with a less beneficial 401(k) plan.
The company has said that employees driving its waste trucks in the Memphis area make an average income of about $58,000 a year, about a third more than the median household income in Shelby County. It contends the union pension fund is unstable.
The union voted to authorize a strike in November.
What's Inside?
SUPPORT LAKELAND -- SHOP LAKELAND
Miscellaneous Retail
Billiard Pro Shop, Inc., 9160 Highway 64
BonWorth, 3570 Canada Rd
Fireworks City, 3509 Canada Rd.
Flowers & Gifts by Regis, 2981 Canada Rd. #104
Honest Monument, 8950 Highway 64
Safa Meat Market, 8968 Hwy 64, Suite 102
Tim Hogan Carpet Outlet, 9859 Huff N Puff Rd.
Tobacco Shop, 9020 Highway 64
Vitamin World, 3570 Canada Rd
Walgreens, 2960 Canada Rd.
Recreation Related
ATC Fitness, 2991 Canada Rd. #101
EZ Paintball, 9160 Highway 64
Memphis East KOA, ( @ Monroe & Canada) 3300 Canada Rd.
Memphis Sports Shooting Assoc., 9428 Old Brownsville Rd.
Paintball Park, Corner Davies Plantation & Canada Rd.
Stonebridge Golf Club & Academy, 3049 Davies Plantation Rd.
Have you picked up your free Shop Lakeland First Shoppers Card? If not you can pick one up at Lakeland City Hall, 10001 Highway 70, or email Ginny Dunn at
4ginnydunn@comcast.net. To view all current offers, go to
www.mylakelandchamber.org and click on Shop Lakeland First at the top of the page.
FEBRUARY SCHEDULE CHANGE
Robert Wherry, City Manager
- Monday, Feb. 18, City Hall and the Lakeland Senior Center will be closed President's Day Holiday.
-Refuse and recycle routes will operate on the normal schedule this week.
LAKELAND RESIDENTS TO PROVIDE INPUT ON RECREATION PLAN
Robert Wherry, City Manager
Fifty Lakeland residents will be asked to participate in a “Focus Group” to discuss recreational needs and facilities for Lakeland. The Lakeland Board of Commissioners approved the proposal to provide for Lakeland residents' input to guide the Park Board, Board of Commissioners and City staff in identifying recreational needs and future recreational facilities in Lakeland. The program will start in the near future and is a partnership with the Recreational Educational Services (RES) division of the Tennessee Department of Environmental Conservation.
The method of selecting the 50 residents to serve on the Focus Group will be announced in the near future. RES will perform an assessment and strategic plan for the city parks system. The 50 residents in the Focus Group will discuss recreational needs, including recreational facilities.
Objectives include:• Assess the City Park System.
• Determine preferred recreational facilities for Lakeland.
• Increase resident input into park and recreation planning.
• Evaluation of the Lakeland vision and mission for park and recreation services.
• Develop a framework for residents to set priorities for recreation planning, including setting priorities.
• Establish short, medium, and long-term objectives for the Lakeland Park and Recreation System.
• Create a system to guide the implementation of the park and recreation system for Lakeland residents.
LAKELAND WEBSITE OFFERS NEWS AND ACTIVITIES FOR RESIDENTS
In an effort to provide new and innovative opportunities for residents to receive the most up-to-date information on City news, activities, and programs, the City of Lakeland has begun using the City website to notify residents of City meetings, news and programs.
To sign up for email or text message notifications, please visit the City of Lakeland website and click on the Notify Me button (to the left of the Lakeland logo in the center of the webpage).
SUMMARY OF DECEMBER 2012 SANITATION STATISTICS
Phillip Stuckert, City Engineer
1. Paper: Current Month down 35% over same month last year and up 1% year to date over prior year to date.
2. Comingled: Current Month down 16% over the same month last year and up 2% year to date over prior year to date.
3. Yard Waste: Current month down 15% over same month last year and up nearly 15% year to date over prior year to date.
4. Garbage: No change in percent for the current month compared to prior year month and up 6% year to date over prior year to date.
5. Roadside Litter Collection: Current month down 4% over same month last year and up 64% year to date over prior year to date.
Currently only about one in four Lakeland residents recycles. This is the lowest amongst all of the communities in Shelby County.
Lakeland's “Get Caught Recycling” program is to encourage the people who haven't taken the time to recycle in the past, and to reduce the total amount of material that is hauled off to the landfill. Each month, 4 lucky residents that have at least three different types of recycle material in their bins are awarded $50--recycling literally pays off in Lakeland!
Household addresses are selected in a random drawing and a City representative checks the bins at the houses in the order of the draw. The winners "caught recycling" are invited to the Lakeland Board of Commissioners meeting the following month for recognition by the Board, and to receive their checks. Items that can be recycled and qualify for the contest are glass, metal cans, aluminum cans, plastics (remove caps and leave labels attached), newspapers, and cardboard boxes broken down to fit inside the recycle bin. Recycle and you have a chance to win $50.
RECYCLING
Super Bowl weekend is coming up, and folks will be buying beverages in record numbers. Unfortunately, many will take a pass on recycling their empty bottles and cans, and millions of beverage containers will have career-ending injuries unless we commit to recycle them.
Nationally, the estimated 650 million beverage containers sold over the Super Bowl weekend. The amount of trashed beverage containers represents a substantial loss in resources. For example, if recycled, there would be enough clear plastic bottles to make 780,000 t-shirts, 173,000 team sweaters or enough carpeting to cover 52 playing fields. Each aluminum can recycled saves enough energy to run a television for nearly three hours, roughly the time it takes to watch the Super Bowl. And glass can be recycled over and over again into new glass, saving energy each time.
Recycling bottles and cans is easy if you just have a good game plan. For example, if you are expecting guests for the game, simply set out a separate box or bag near your trashcan that is clearly marked for recycling empty bottles and cans. Super Bowl weekend is a great time to remember that recycling is a big win for the environment. Those bottles and cans deserve a chance to get back in the game, so let’s all make a commitment to recycle.
LAKELAND AREA CRIME REPORT
Reported Crimes:
Theft of Vehicle Parts/Accessories 01/26/13 11000 Highway 64
Theft from Motor Vehicle 01/25/13 10300 Herons Pointe
Vandalism/Misdemeanor 01/24/13 900 Lenow Park Drive
Theft of Other Trailer 01/23/13 2500 Berry Hill Rd.
MVT/Passenger Vehicle 01/22/13 7800 S. Garden Manor Dr.
Theft from Building 01/20/13 2900 Forest Edge Dr.
Vandalism/Misdemeanor 01/20/13 2800 Shady Vista
Aggravated Assault 01/18/13 3600 Canada Rd.
Simple Assault/DV 01/18/13 4400 Cedar Glen
Other Theft/Non-Specific 01/18/13 2800 Java Lane
Theft from Motor Vehicle 01/17/13 9600 Davies Plantation E.
Theft from Motor Vehicle 01/16/13 2900 Canada Rd.
Vandalism/Misdemeanor 01/16/13 10300 Cottage Oaks Dr.
Theft from Motor Vehicle 01/16/13 9600 Davies Plantation Dr.
Other Theft/Non-Specific 01/16/13 2700 Shady Well
Burglary/Residential 01/15/13 2900 Champions Dr.
Burglary/Residential 01/15/13 9100 Morning Walk
Burglary/Residential 01/15/13 3000 Champions Dr.
Theft of Vehicle Parts/Accessories 01/15/13 2800 Morning Sun
LAKELAND CITY HALL10001 Highway 70, Lakeland, TN 38002
Telephone: 867-2717
Hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
2013 LAKELAND MEETINGS:
BOC - Regular Meeting, First Thursday of the Month
NRB - Second Thursday of the Month
PRB - Second Monday of the Month
DRC - Second Tuesday of the Month
BOA - Third Thursday of the Month (If needed)
MPC - Third Monday of the Month (January meeting cancelled due to lack of business)
BOC - Work Session Tuesday (week before Regular Meeting)
EDC - Fourth Thursday of the Month
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDATuesday, Jan. 29, 6:30 p.m., Lakeland City Hall
I. CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR:
II. ROLL CALL BY RECORDER:
III. PUBLIC HEARING: An Ordinance of the City of Lakeland, Tennessee establishing new sanitation refuse collection rates for calendar year 2013.
PUBLIC HEARING
IV. CONSENT AGENDA:1. Approval of Meeting Minutes from Previous Meetings:
a. Regular Meeting Minutes, Jan. 03, 2013.
V. CONSIDERATION & POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA:
VI. TREASURER’S REPORT:
VII. PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
VIII. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS & OTHER OFFICERS:
Growth Management Director’s Monthly Report (Higbee)
Report on Visioning for the Economic Development Strategic Plan
a. Explanatory memo and public meeting announcement.
b. Pending CityWatch article on visioning.
c. Draft public survey form, including vision statements.
Report regarding upcoming Sign Ordinance amendment. (Atkinson)
IX. SEWERAGE COMMISSION BUSINESS:1. Discussion on a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners for adoption of an Ordinance rescinding Ordinance 10-155 and creating a new ordinance pertaining to Residential and Commercial Sewer User Rates for Calendar Years 2013 and 2014. (Stuckert)
X. OLD BUSINESS:1. Discussion on alternatives for use of LPRF Grant Funds. (Jablonski)
2. Discussion on final reading of an Ordinance of the City of Lakeland, Tennessee establishing new sanitation refuse collection rates for calendar year 2013. (Stuckert)
XI. NEW BUSINESS:1. Discussion of Personnel Policy revisions (Part III). (Wherry)
2. Discussion on acceptance of Audit for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2012. (Wherry)
3. Discussion on adoption of Meeting Schedule for 2013. (Wherry)
4. Discussion on Policy adopting anti-fraud procedures. (Wherry)
5. Discussion on purchase of park, including appointing a BOC member to the negotiating team. (Wherry)
6. Discussion on appointments to vacancies on the Parks & Recreation Board, Board of Appeals and Stormwater Board of Appeals. (Wherry)
7. Discussion on a Memorandum of Agreement for Animal Services with the Shelby County Health Department. (Lakin/Wherry)
8. Discussion on a Resolution to approve a temporary sign location plan for the Lakeland Outdoors Festival 2013. (Bridges)
9. Discussion on first reading of an Ordinance amending Title 14, Chapter 2 Article VII of the City of Lakeland Zoning Ordinance pertaining to the floodplain overlay zone. (Stuckert)
10. Discussion on Ordinance rescinding Ordinance 10-155 and creating a new Ordinance pertaining to residential and commercial sewer user rates for Calendar Years 2013 and 2014. (Stuckert)
11. Discussion on an Inter-Local Agreement with Memphis, Light, Gas and Water Division of the City of Memphis for the purpose of collecting Sewer, Solid Waste, and Stormwater charges for the City of Lakeland. (Stuckert)
12. Discussion on a Resolution authorizing a contract for City Hall Security Improvements. (Stuckert)
13. Discussion on Resolution accepting a proposal from Shelby County Road and Bridge Department for work related to the Stewart Road and Rocky Branch Bridge Replacement Project. (Stuckert)
14. Discussion on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to purchase precast slab bridge channels from Construction Products Incorporated (CPI, Inc.) of Jackson, Tennessee to be used on the Stewart Road and Rocky Branch Bridge Replacement Project. (Stuckert)
XII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
XIII. ADJOURNMENT:
LAKELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CALENDAR
Feb. 8 – No school
Feb. 11 – 15 Kids Kan Week LES will collect canned goods to donate to the Mid-South Food Bank.
Feb.12 – Spirit Day at Lenny’s on Highway 64. Don't forget to mention LES when you place your order!
Feb. 13 – Fitness Club resumes at 8:15 a.m.
Feb. 14 – Valentine’s Day Parties.
Feb. 18 – No school.
Feb. 25 – Mar. 1 Read Across America Week
Feb. 28 – PTA General Assembly Meeting and Talent Showcase 6:30 p.m.
Feb. 28 – Mar 4 - Scholastic Book Fair. Come see what great books we have this year!
Mar. 1 – Family Dance 6 -8:30 p.m.
SPRING BREAK TENNIS CLINICS
A game you can play for life !!!
Windward Slopes Park tennis courts (9822 Beverle Rivera Drive).
Monday – Thursday (Clinic 1)
March 11 – 14 , 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Limit: 16 students (Ages 5-10 years)
Monday - Thursday (Clinic 2)
March 11 – 14, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Limit: 16 students (Ages 11-18 years)
The fee for each clinic is $90 per student, which includes a Vaught tennis racket and a certificate for completing the program.
Registration for the Spring Break Tennis Clinics begins Monday, Feb. 4. Instructor David DeGutis, USPTA tennis instructor and coach with over 15 years of teaching experience, designed the clinics to give children and teenagers the chance to learn new tennis skills, experience game competition and get a little exercise during spring break.
Each session will cover a new tennis stroke (i.e. forehand, backhand, volley, overhead and serve). In addition, participants will work on footwork, singles, doubles and game strategy. Any sessions that are rained out will be made up on Friday.
High school, middle school and elementary school tennis players: grab your racquet and get ready to serve it up!
***Deadline for registration and payment is Friday, March 8. Registrations forms available online at
www.lakelandtn.gov (go to Residents, Parks & Recreation, and then Sports). For additional information, contact Recreation Program Coordinator Joy Cloud at 867-2717 or
jcloud@lakelandtn.org.
GRIZZLIES SPRING BREAK BASKETBALL CAMP March 11 - 14, 9 a.m. – Noon
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church
2949 Davies Plantation Road
Fee: $90
The Memphis Grizzlies spring break camp is designed for boys and girls ages 6-15 of all skill levels who are looking to improve their playing ability while having fun through stations, drills, and competition. Daily prizes will be given and an awards ceremony will be held on the last day of camp. There will be a fifteen minute break each day for campers to have a quick snack (bring your own snacks).Registrations forms available online at www.lakelandtn.gov (go to Residents, Parks & Recreation, and then Sports). For additional information, contact Recreation Program Coordinator Joy Cloud at 867-2717 or jcloud@lakelandtn.org.
CERT TRAINING STARTING: BE PREPARED!
Claude Talford, Lakeland Emergency Director
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
The Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. CERT members also are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency preparedness projects in their community.
There will be two classes starting in March at the IH Clubhouse 4523 Canada Rd. The dates and times are as follows:
Class 1March 7 through April 25, 6 - 8 p.m. (Eight 2-hour sessions)
Class 2March 16 and March 23, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Two 8-hour sessions)
You can sign up online at the City website or contact Claude Talford at 867-2717 or e-mail
ctalford@lakelandtn.org.
The most recent CERT class concluded on November 17th , 2012 and had 14 graduates that included citizens from Bartlett, Eads, Memphis and Lakeland. Disaster preparedness is everyone's responsibility to help safeguard your family, neighbors and friends in case there is a major man made or natural disaster in our region. You can take the first step towards becoming a responsible citizen by signing up for CERT training.
FUSION FITNESS FOR AGES 40+
IH Clubhouse, 4523 Canada Rd, Lakeland
Classes are Mondays and Fridays 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. and Wednesdays 8 - 9 a.m.
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Your first class is FREE
$5 for a single class, or purchase a 10-class card for $30
A mat is required.
Fusion Fitness incorporates cardio, yoga, Pilates, and calisthenics for a total body workout. Goals are to improve stability, strength, balance, agility, and endurance.
Sherri Gallick, AFAA Certified Instructor, was a Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleader and taught fitness classes in the Kansas City area prior to moving to Lakeland. Now 50+, Sherri feels the aches and pains of a maturing body, but can also attest to the benefits of maintaining health and fitness. For more information, contact Sherri at 901-867-2345 or
sagrusa@aol.com.
NEW ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS AND PRESENTATIONS
IN FEBRUARY FOR RESIDENTS 55+
AT THE LAKELAND SENIOR CENTER
4527 CANADA ROAD (ADJACENT TO IH CLUBHOUSE)
The Senior Center and City Hall will be closed Feb. 18 for the President's Day Holiday.
Do you know what's “In the News” about our Center?
FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH ONLY
Gentlemen's Coffee & Conversation, Feb. 4, from 8 - 9 a.m. Men drop in for coffee, fun, and fellowship--and an opportunity to share "Fish Tales"!
“TREE TALK” PRESENTATION
Monday, Feb. 11 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Wes Hopper will discuss the most common mistakes and how to avoid them, how to choose the right tree for the right place, and how to properly care for the trees you have. Trees are very much alive all winter and require proper care. Come learn about fall and winter tree care including planting and pruning.
FRIDAY MOVIE
Feb. 15, from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
The Help is a 2011 drama film set in Jackson, Mississippi. An aspiring author during the civil rights movement of the 1960s decides to write a book detailing the African-American maids' point of view on the white families for which they work, and the hardships they go through on a daily basis. The film received four Academy Award nominations and won the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.
“MIND AEROBICS” PRESENTATION
Tuesday, Feb. 19, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Do you read, do crossword puzzles, or play Sudoku in hopes of keeping your mind sharp? Learn how to keep your mind young and active by using simple techniques. Speaker Mary Alexander, licensed clinical social worker, will discuss techniques that will increase focus and memory, while also providing stress reduction.
BINGO WILL BE HELD THURSDAY, FEB. 21, 10 a.m. - NOON
Don't miss your Chance to yell, "BINGO! No Fee--Just Fun!
SENIOR CENTER OPEN HOUSE AND DISCUSSION FORUM
Thursday, Feb. 21 and Thursday, March 21 at 2 p.m.
Coffee and light refreshments will be served.
Join Lakeland City Manager, Robert Wherry, Executive Coordinator, Thad Jablonski, and Recreation Program Coordinator, Joy Cloud at the Senior Center for an Open House and Discussion forum. The purpose is to gather input about what activities area seniors would like to see at the Center.
The City of Lakeland values your input.
FRAYSER-RALEIGH CHORAL AND DRAMA GROUP
Wednesday, Feb. 27, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
The Frayser-Raleigh Choral And Drama Group will entertain attendees with music from the 1950s and 60s era. Come out and reminisce about past times and favorite tunes. Mark your calendars to hear these multi-talented seniors.
WEEKLY SENIOR ACTIVITIES
Mondays:
- Monday Morning Games Galore Day - Join us on Mondays from 9 – 11 a.m. for Spicy! Farkel, (Dice Game); Skip-Bo, (Card Game), Phase Ten (Dice/Card Game) and to visit with friends and neighbors.
- Social Time 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Beginner's Duplicate bridge class, 1:30 – 3 p.m. An instructor fee of $5 will be charged to participants.
Tuesdays:
"Tech Tuesdays"
- Intermediate Computer Class from 9 -10 a.m.
- Introductory Computer Class from 10 - 11 a.m.
YMCA Silver Sneakers Muscular Strength & Range of Movement Class 10-11 a.m., IH Clubhouse, 4523 Canada Rd.
"Social Time" 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Beginner's Duplicate bridge class, 6 – 7:30 p.m. An instructor fee of $5 will be charged to participants.
Thursdays:
- YMCA Silver Sneakers Muscular Strength & Range of Movement Class 10-11 a.m., IH Clubhouse.
Fridays:
- YMCA Silver Sneakers Yoga Stretch Class 10-11 a.m., IH Clubhouse, 4523 Canada Road.
- Sewing Class, Sittin' and Knittin' and Crocheting with Mavis Knight from 1 - 2 p.m.
Saturdays:
"Kings and Queens" Bridge Game/Class - Bridge is played from
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; and the Lesson begins at 12:30 p.m. Bring your lunch. A fee of $5 will be charged for one or both. For more information, contact ACBL Instructor Judy Knox at 737-8087 or
judy.knox@att.net.
FIRST QUARTER 2013 “ART IN CITY HALL” EXHIBIT
Featuring Photographs by Jim Larkin
The City of Lakeland is pleased to announce the First Quarter "Art in City Hall" Exhibit featuring photographs by Jim Larkin. Jim lives in Oakland, Tennessee and has long been interested in photography. During his travels across the country, he has found numerous sights to photograph. His interest grew in nature subjects when he moved to Fayette County. Since retiring in 2011, Jim has devoted much of his time to photographing plants, animals and historic buildings in and around Fayette County, as well as interesting abstract subjects. His photographs may be printed on any media, but he prefers canvas which adds depth and texture, giving the appearance of a painting.
He is currently the photographer for the Oakland Regional Chamber of Commerce and does freelance work for The Fayette Falcon and the Oakland News.
You can contact Jim through Oakland-Productions by phone at 901-209-2511 or by email at
oaklandproductions@comcast.net.
Please take a moment to visit Lakeland City Hall and enjoy the wonderful photographs. City Hall is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The exhibit may also be viewed when City Hall is open for evening meetings. Artists interested in being considered for an exhibit in 2013 may contact Joy Cloud at 867-5414 or
jcloud@lakelandtn.org.
IH CLUBHOUSE AVAILABLE FOR RENT
High-quality, low-cost rental space!
Located at 4523 Canada Road, Lakeland, TN
The IH Managerial Clubhouse is currently available to rent, and the City is accepting reservations at this time. The newly renovated Clubhouse is perfect for retreats, conferences, business meetings, parties, weddings, reunions, or other gatherings, and features high-quality rental space.
$500 (up to eight hours) Sunday-Thursday
$700 (up to twelve hours) Friday and Saturday
There is a $300 refundable deposit on all rentals.
For viewing, reservations, or for more information, please contact Lakeland City Hall, 901-867-2717, or visit
http://www.lakelandtn.gov/index.aspx?NID=124 to view photos and facility features.
