This is part of our Voices series with City of Lakeland Mayor Bill Mutz, where he breaks down his thoughts about what’s going on in the City – in just one minute. Want to join the conversation? We invite you to write for us. Learn how to share your voice here.
Our City Commission heard meaningful conversations during Monday night’s Community Forum on Race Relations, which has enhanced our perspectives and motivates us toward measurable responses. It is a privilege to serve alongside Commissioners who all care so deeply about people.
As the meeting ended, their compassion-filled eyes were quietly reflecting upon the pain many have unjustly experienced.
It is easy to race to opinions. It takes courage, planning, and hard work to implement solutions. As a Commission, we are grateful to serve at a time when the need to provide justice, opportunity, and equity is so imperative. I am confident our Commission and citizens will make that happen, and it warms my heart.
The best is yet to come!