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You’re invited to a Speak Up for Safer Streets workshop in one of Polk County’s highest‑injury roadway areas. Share your experiences and explore safety solutions with our team. Visit our event pages for details. #visionzeropolk #speakupforsaferstreets #polktpo ... See MoreSee Less
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Inside PCPS Class IV has had a blast these past two months! 🤩In January, class members had the opportunity to experience the Polk County Youth Fair's livestock, horticulture, and skills projects by students in agriculture clubs across the county. They also toured the Air Traffic Control School at the Bartow Executive Airport and visited Fort Meade Middle-Senior High School and Alturas Elementary School to learn about career academies and programs available for English for Speakers of Other Languages and migrant families.In February, the class took a deep look at early childhood learning programs, school grade calculations, and athletics before learning about the Junior Achievement of Polk County's 3DE program at Lake Region High School and hearing from students about the projects they're currently working on.We'd like to give a special thank you to the Bartow Executive Airport, Cross Wired Electrical Services, and Orlando Health Lakeland Highlands Hospital for serving as the lunch sponsors for these days 🎉 We can't wait to see what this month has in store! ... See MoreSee Less
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📢The Annual Lakeland Community Survey is now available. The survey is open to all City of Lakeland, FL - Government residents. Scan the QR code or visit www.COLCsurvey.com to access the survey. ... See MoreSee Less
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🚨 Last Chance to Apply! 🚨Applications for the 2026 Public Service Leadership Course are due THIS FRIDAY! Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to grow, learn, and connect with professionals who are shaping the future of Polk County. Click here to apply today: form.jotform.com/252945685375169 ... See MoreSee Less
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Does your daily commute take you along Kathleen Road in Lakeland?The Polk TPO is hosting a series of Speak Up for Safer Streets community workshops in three of Polk County’s highest injury roadway areas. These include Kathleen Road in Lakeland, 42nd Street and Rifle Range Road in Winter Haven.As part of the Polk TPO’s Vision Zero initiative which aims to eliminate fatalities and severe crashes, this workshop will focus on the experiences of the residents who travel them every day.The workshop will take place from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m on Thursday, March 12 at Sleepy Hill Elementary School, 2285 Sleepy Hill Road, LakelandLearn more about how the Polk TPO is working towards creating safer streets in Polk County by visiting polktpo.com.Event Page:www.facebook.com/share/1AqGB1JEvk/#visionzeropolk #lakelandflorida #kathleenroad #SafeStreets #CommunityEvent #safety Polk Vision #polkcountyfl @followers ... See MoreSee Less
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All judging slots are full! Thank you to all who signed up.Polk County Public Schools is looking for volunteers to judge this year's Polk County Video Awards.Sign up at tinyurl.com/PCVIDEOAWARDS or scan the QR code on the flyer. Questions? Contact Lesley Green at Lesley.Green@polk-fl.net. ... See MoreSee Less
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🚨There's only ONE WEEK left to nominate a leader for Leadership Polk Class XX! 🚨Leadership Polk is an annual ten-month program that immerses participants in an inspiring and enlightening curriculum that examines critical issues impacting our region. This program brings together accomplished leaders from across the county to develop a diverse network of resourceful, informed and proactive visionaries committed to building a more vibrant Polk County. 🌟 Click here to nominate a candidate by February 27th: form.jotform.com/253514477051152. Self-nominations are welcome! ... See MoreSee Less
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🚨 Applications for the 2026 Public Service Leadership Course are due NEXT WEEK! 🚨If you or someone you know is looking to run for elected office, serve on government boards and commissions or get into civic, public or nonprofit leadership roles, apply for this FREE program today! Have any questions? Click here to learn more about this program: polkvision.com/public-service-leadership-course/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Last week, Leadership Polk Class XIX had the chance to explore the City of Auburndale, FL Government !🤩With visits to Visit Central Florida, SunTrax, Florida Polytechnic University, Circuit Florida, and the Coca-Cola Main Street Plant, class members got an in-depth look at how economic development goes hand-in-hand with community development. They ended the day at the brand-new Lake Ariana Civic Center for a social with some of our Leadership Polk Alumni Association members!Thank you to our Day Chairs, July Womble and Brandon Henry, with the City of Auburndale, for guiding us throughout the day!➡️ Next stop? Southeast Polk Day! ... See MoreSee Less
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