The city of Lakeland is in the St. Croix River Valley in Washington County, in eastern Minnesota, on the Wisconsin border. Hudson, Wisconsin is across Lake St. Croix. The city of Lakeland Shores is completely surrounded by Lakeland on its south side. West Lakeland Township is about four miles to the northwest. Topics related to the cities of Lakeland, Lakeland Shores, and West Lakeland Township are appropriate for this category. As early as 1840, there were a group of French-Canadians living along Lake St. Croix, at the site of what would later become Lakeland Village. Henry W. Crosby established a farm that included the current site of Lakeland, and a ferry service was established in 1848 by Moses Perin, operated between 1850 and 1869 by John Oliver, a former British Naval Officer. Oliver constructed a Greek Revival home, which is still standing, in 1849. Lakeland was platted in 1849, and a post office was established in 1854. Early, the town was often referred to as Shanghai Cooley, for a ravine at the north end. Before the Civil War, several businesses and mills had been established, including a steamboat manufacturing works. Another town plat was made in advance of the St. Paul & Milwaukee Railroad, which came to the area in 1880, but development was slow. Lakeland was not incorporated as a village until 1951, at which time the town had only one paved street. The early development of Lakeland Shores is shared by the surrounding city, and Lakeland Shores was incorporated as a village in 1858, its area consisting largely of what was once a single farm owned by William and Mary Jones, who began selling lots in the 1940s, and became a city in 1949. When Lakeland split off of Lakeland Township in 1951, West Lakeland became a separate township, remaining farmland until the 1960s when housing developments began to spring up. As of the 2010 census, Lakeland had a population of just under 2,000 while the population of Lakeland Shores was just over 300.
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Al’s Automatic Transmission & Auto Repair
Serving the St. Croix Valley, the auto repair shop is located in Lakeland, Minnesota. Offering services that include auto maintenance and repair services, exhaust repairs, transmission repairs, air conditioning and heating services, brake repairs, and maintenance, its location and hours are posted.
http://alsautotrans.com/
In service for more than thirty-five years, the full service marine dealership in Lakeland, Minnesota offers new, used and brokerage boat sales, heated and outdoor storage services, winterization, shrink-wrapping, full mechanical services, custom installations, and fiberglass repairs. Its location, manufacturers and inventory are featured.
http://anchorsaweighboats.com/
The boat launch, bait shop and store are in Lakeland, Minnesota, providing public access to the St. Croix River National Scenic Waterway, offering boating and fishing opportunities. Beanie’s also offers fishing boat, pontoon, houseboat, and jet ski rentals. Its location, operating hours, and history are put forth.
http://www.boatingatbeanies.com/
Incorporated in 1951, Lakeland is a Fourth Class city governed by a city council made up of a mayor and four council members. The official municipal web site features council agendas and minutes, council meeting videos, public notices, and access to various city documents and forms.
http://ci.lakeland.mn.us/
Located one mile south of Interstate 94 on St. Croix Trail North, in Lakeland, Minnesota, the shop offers full auto repair services, from basic tune-ups and routine maintenance services to complete diagnostics. Its location is shown on a map, its hours are posted, and an overview of its services is given.
http://garrisonautorepair.com/
Offering boat maintenance and detailing services on a one-time or regular basis, the marine service company is located in Lakeland, Minnesota. A distributor and installer of Flexiteek synthetic flooring, the company’s services, products, and packages are put forward, including a photo gallery and blog.
http://www.jlboatworks.com/
Based in Lakeland, Minnesota, the company specializes in the design and construction of custom decks and outdoor environments. An introduction to the company and its owners is put forward, with an overview of its services and products, including a portfolio showing the company’s finished products.
http://www.lakelanddecksmn.com/
The community-licensed, not-for-profit television station is governed by a volunteer board of directors, airing programs deemed relevant to the Lakeland, Minnesota region. Operating as KAWE and KAWB PBS TV, its local programs, community news, and schedules are posted, and viewers may watch online or purchase promotional items from its online store.
http://lptv.org/
Surrounded by the city of Lakeland, the small community is situated on the St. Croix River. The official city web site features legal notices, council agendas, minutes and videos, a council meeting broadcast schedule, newsletter, and access to various city documents. A history of the community and demographics are included.
http://www.lakelandshores.govoffice.com/
The animal hospital in Lakeland, Minnesota was established in 1983. The full service companion animal hospital offers diagnostic and therapeutic services, surgical services, anesthesia, ultrasound and echocardiography, radiology, laboratory services, dentistry, pharmaceutical, dietary counseling and emergency care, as well as boarding and bathing services.
http://www.lakelandvethospital.com/
The congregation meets at its facilities on St. Croix Trail South in the city of Lakeland, Minnesota. Its beliefs, practices, and membership policies are highlighted, with an overview of its programs and ministries, service schedules, a calendar of events, a sermon archive, and announcements.
http://www.myvalleybaptistchurch.com/
West Lakeland Township, Minnesota
The urban township was organized in 1950, and is situated along the St. Croix River in east-central Washington County. The official township web site features a profile of the community, its comprehensive plan, zoning maps, public notices, and access to permits, applications, and fee schedules.
http://www.westlakeland.govoffice2.com/
