My Goals Ahead
As Lakeland Vice Mayor my ongoing plans include but are not limited to:
Pro School for K-12:
- I supported a complete K-12 system over 5 years ago, they have my unwavering support
- To support the Lakeland Municipal School System so it can remain the best in Tennessee
- To continue to support the Lakeland School System and its schools expand in curriculum, the arts and athletic programs
Pro Smart Growth: The Lakeland 2040 Vision
- Establishing a 20 year vision for development, preservation and Lakeland as a whole
- Preserving the natural beauty of Lakeland, the lakes, the hills, the forests
- Aesthetically raise the bar for residential housing and commercial development
- To zone properly so that homes are not infringed upon by commercial areas
- To practice restraint in Commercial and Residential development approvals, raise the bar for future growth, improve code and zoning standards.
- To establish more scenic corridor classifications so that Lakeland keeps its natural beauty. This idea would in turn be extended to HWY 70 to make sure it does not become a Germantown Parkway.
Paving:
- Continue an aggressive budget on paving/repairing our roads
- This is not implying patch or sealing but complete paving
- To push for the FY budget to pave more neighborhoods
Keeping Hwy 70 Sacred
- I have lone voiced my concern about Hwy 70 becoming Germantown Parkway in 10 years and I have made my actions reflect that belief.
- This is part of the Lakeland 2040 Vision initiative I proposed that we limit commercial and other types of development along 70 and use buffers to protect the pastoral look of Hwy 70 in Lakeland.
New Canada Road:
- The land is acquired, the plans are set for engineering and demo starting in late 2021 and completion by 2023/2024. Meanwhile I want to ensure all measures have been taken to make this safe for Plantation Hills and Woodbridge and does not diminish quality of life, safety or home values. Windward Slopes and Lakeland Estates will also be impacted. We want to make sure high safety and aesthetic standards are upheld.
- The City Engineer said there is latitude in the renderings, landscape and signs that will be constructed for entrances leading into Plantation Hills and Woodbridge. I hope to have meetings with all stakeholders (you the residents) to ensure we have a voice.
Improve the Landscape and aesthetics of Lakeland:
- To remove the unsightly vegetation along Huff and Puff and install a three layer landscape of trees and shrubs for a more pleasant drive, better visual and sound barrier for Herons Ridge and The Pointe. This would have a positive impact on all residents off Seed Tick.
- To find better solutions for maintenance and better grading, along 64, Canada and 70, to avoid tall weeds and debris. This will turn make sight-lines safer for drivers.
- I have already and will continue to work with commercial properties for higher standards
Safety and Security:
- Security Camera Implementation (FLOCK) and more cameras
- More SCSO patrols and increased security measures for areas most affected
- To introduce roundabouts (traffic circles) and raised walkways to Lakeland
- Begin discussions on forming a police department one day
North Lakeland:
- To give support for better services in North Lakeland without infringing on their rural setting
- To ensure the residents of North Lakeland have a voice
Stonebridge and Woodland Park:
- Increase police presence to stop speeders and theft
- Use buffers of vegetation to soften the sound of traffic and other noise from I-40 and 64
- Watching and Intervening when possible concerning the health of the Stonebridge Golf Course
- To improve aesthetic standards and sort out solutions for rental homes that are neglected
Parks and Rec.
- To see the vision through of having an athletic complex and trails and connect the city
- To see all manner of programs from Live at the LAMP to the Christmas Tree Lighting and Easter Egg Hunt expand to connect our town and allow venues where our residents can fellowship
- To solve the issues of flooding wherever they arise such as the neighborhoods along 70 and further north
- To improve roadways and use state funding or other means
- To support and encourage small businesses growth and success whenever possible
- To support and encourage volunteer effort that improve community
- To see organized events like The Lakeland Yard Sale grow and allow residents ways to clean house and for others to find affordable goods to purchase. This is a wonderful way to support one another as a community.
to contact Wesley email him: wwright@lakelandtn.org
As Lakeland Vice Mayor my ongoing plans include but are not limited to:
Pro School for K-12:
- I supported a complete K-12 system over 5 years ago, they have my unwavering support
- To support the Lakeland Municipal School System so it can remain the best in Tennessee
- To continue to support the Lakeland School System and its schools expand in curriculum, the arts and athletic programs
Pro Smart Growth: The Lakeland 2040 Vision
- Establishing a 20 year vision for development, preservation and Lakeland as a whole
- Preserving the natural beauty of Lakeland, the lakes, the hills, the forests
- Aesthetically raise the bar for residential housing and commercial development
- To zone properly so that homes are not infringed upon by commercial areas
- To practice restraint in Commercial and Residential development approvals, raise the bar for future growth, improve code and zoning standards.
- To establish more scenic corridor classifications so that Lakeland keeps its natural beauty. This idea would in turn be extended to HWY 70 to make sure it does not become a Germantown Parkway.
Paving:
- Continue an aggressive budget on paving/repairing our roads
- This is not implying patch or sealing but complete paving
- To push for the FY budget to pave more neighborhoods
Keeping Hwy 70 Sacred
- I have lone voiced my concern about Hwy 70 becoming Germantown Parkway in 10 years and I have made my actions reflect that belief.
- This is part of the Lakeland 2040 Vision initiative I proposed that we limit commercial and other types of development along 70 and use buffers to protect the pastoral look of Hwy 70 in Lakeland.
New Canada Road:
- The land is acquired, the plans are set for engineering and demo starting in late 2021 and completion by 2023/2024. Meanwhile I want to ensure all measures have been taken to make this safe for Plantation Hills and Woodbridge and does not diminish quality of life, safety or home values. Windward Slopes and Lakeland Estates will also be impacted. We want to make sure high safety and aesthetic standards are upheld.
- The City Engineer said there is latitude in the renderings, landscape and signs that will be constructed for entrances leading into Plantation Hills and Woodbridge. I hope to have meetings with all stakeholders (you the residents) to ensure we have a voice.
Improve the Landscape and aesthetics of Lakeland:
- To remove the unsightly vegetation along Huff and Puff and install a three layer landscape of trees and shrubs for a more pleasant drive, better visual and sound barrier for Herons Ridge and The Pointe. This would have a positive impact on all residents off Seed Tick.
- To find better solutions for maintenance and better grading, along 64, Canada and 70, to avoid tall weeds and debris. This will turn make sight-lines safer for drivers.
- I have already and will continue to work with commercial properties for higher standards
Safety and Security:
- Security Camera Implementation (FLOCK) and more cameras
- More SCSO patrols and increased security measures for areas most affected
- To introduce roundabouts (traffic circles) and raised walkways to Lakeland
- Begin discussions on forming a police department one day
North Lakeland:
- To give support for better services in North Lakeland without infringing on their rural setting
- To ensure the residents of North Lakeland have a voice
Stonebridge and Woodland Park:
- Increase police presence to stop speeders and theft
- Use buffers of vegetation to soften the sound of traffic and other noise from I-40 and 64
- Watching and Intervening when possible concerning the health of the Stonebridge Golf Course
- To improve aesthetic standards and sort out solutions for rental homes that are neglected
Parks and Rec.
- To see the vision through of having an athletic complex and trails and connect the city
- To see all manner of programs from Live at the LAMP to the Christmas Tree Lighting and Easter Egg Hunt expand to connect our town and allow venues where our residents can fellowship
- To solve the issues of flooding wherever they arise such as the neighborhoods along 70 and further north
- To improve roadways and use state funding or other means
- To support and encourage small businesses growth and success whenever possible
- To support and encourage volunteer effort that improve community
- To see organized events like The Lakeland Yard Sale grow and allow residents ways to clean house and for others to find affordable goods to purchase. This is a wonderful way to support one another as a community.
to contact Wesley email him: wwright@lakelandtn.org