There are 10 article(s) tagged Connie McCarter:

• March 2026

  • Lakeland mulls change in government

    As Lakeland grows, Commissioner Connie McCarter is suggesting that a change in government with district representation might better serve citizens.

    By Michael Waddell 21 hours ago

  • Bailey: Suggested change in Lakeland government deserved more details

    Lakeland Commissioner Connie McCarter suggested a veiled idea of changing the suburb’s form of government before eventually floating her full idea.

    By Clay Bailey 23 hours ago

  • Lakeland commissioner wants change in suburb’s form of government

    Lakeland Commissioner Connie McCarter wants to discuss a change to the city’s form of government, but as of Wednesday afternoon, she was not discussing any specifics.

    By Michael Waddell March 19, 2026

  • Lakeland agreement with SCSO sparks concerns over ‘law enforcement presence’

    The City of Lakeland and the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office have an agreement about deputies occupying a space at The Lake District, but there seems to be some disagreement about the level of law enforcement presence.

    By Michael Waddell March 02, 2026

• February 2023

  • Lakeland seeks third TIF district

    Lakeland officials have endorsed a third TIF to enhance the northern gateway into the suburb from the Interstate 40-Canada Road junction.

    By Michael Waddell February 23, 2023

• December 2022

  • Josh Roman takes helm as Lakeland mayor

    Commissioner Connie McCarter was also sworn in at the Board of Commissioners meeting, and the Economic Development Commission was disbanded.

    By Michael Waddell December 02, 2022

• November 2022

  • Dial, McCarter excited for next four years as Lakeland commissioners

    Two recently elected Lakeland commissioners come into new terms with hopes for the suburb’s future and plans for its success.

    By Michael Waddell November 16, 2022

  • Lakeland to explore new forms of government

    In one of his last moves, Lakeland Mayor Mike Cunningham started the process to push the suburb to consider district representation rather than at-large elections to reflect its diverse population.

    By Michael Waddell November 13, 2022

  • Lakeland elects Josh Roman as new mayor without opposition

    Roman, who previously served as Lakeland vice mayor, was elected to the city’s top position Tuesday, Nov. 8, as six candidates are unopposed in the election

    By Michael Waddell November 09, 2022

• September 2022

  • Lakeland economic development board unhappy with retail recruiter

    Officials don’t believe they are getting adequate information (or success for that matter) from the firm hired last year.

    By Michael Waddell September 23, 2022