MEMORIAL BOULEVARD (US 92)
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY

The City is undertaking an Economic Development Strategy study in collaboration with Ayres, a planning, design, and engineering firm to take a proactive and cohesive approach to revitalizing the corridor. The main objectives of the study are:

  • Formulate an economic development vision through a community-driven process.

  • Draft innovative strategies that align local planning efforts and planned infrastructure improvements.

  • Outline robust implementation steps for action.

The City of Lakeland is one of the fastest-growing municipalities in the nation. Memorial Boulevard extends 6 miles between I-4 and East Lake Parker Drive in the northern part of the City.  As public infrastructure investments are being made here, the City aims to improve the Memorial Boulevard (US 92) corridor to attract investments, strengthen the adjacent residential communities, enhance pedestrian safety, boost the local economy, and increase employment opportunities. To do this, we want your input!

 

HOW CAN I BE INVOLVED?

PUBLIC MEETING #1: Thursday, February 20, 2025; 6pm-8pm
Coleman-Bush Building
1104 Martin L King Jr. Ave
Lakeland, FL 33805

WHAT’S NEXT?

The project consultants at Ayres are in the process of preparing the Phase 1 Corridor Studies and Data Assessment in conjunction with a public outreach effort. The Phase 1 work is anticipated to be completed in February 2025.

Questions? Contact
Shelley Guiseppi, CRA Project Manager
Phone: 863-834-8025
Email: shelley.guiseppi@lakelandgov.net.