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PUBLIC WORKS WEEK

Journey of Water – My Water River of the Public Works and Utilities message Works Week all week with a number of
to Tap” booklets were given to all ages of “We’re Always There – Then and Now.” events for their team.
explaining where our water comes from, New events included an additional Monday featured a department
(the process, and the people behind our interactive water display and a working breakfast. The Engineering and Public
water). electrical exhibit with an interactive board Works teams kicked off the day with a
Everybody loves Stormy. This year displaying the system’s operation. Floor delicious breakfast at the WWTP and
Stormy’s theme was “100-Year Storm.” puzzles and a photo booth added to the Public Works Buildings.
Stormy sported a dark gray cloud, and festivities. Tuesday had the ultimate wing
kids of all ages had their annual photos Informational/educational packets were showdown. Competitors went head-to-
taken with him. distributed, offering information about head to create the most mouthwatering
Additional exhibits included the the services we provide. However, it also wings – from tangy and spicy to sweet and
wooden mini excavator; Dave the was priceless to observe our employees savory.
Engineer; various pumps used in the interacting with attendees as they Wednesday featured fun and excitement
city’s lift stations; and the “No Wipes in explained their roles in daily operations. at the Equipment Rodeo. Public Works
the Pipes” display. The “Then and Now” We’re already in the planning stages of and Engineering teams came together to
display, now converted to a slideshow next year’s event. showcase their skills and speed in friendly
presentation, featured various photos of City of Lakeland and collaborative events. It was all about
projects, buildings, and roadways from showcasing expertise, teamwork, and a
long ago to present day, reminding folks The City of Lakeland celebrated Public little bit of friendly rivalry.
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