Hire BKF Engineers to design lighting system for Shields Reid Park

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In Plain English

Shields Reid Park currently lacks adequate lighting around its perimeter. The city needs professional engineering plans before installing new lights. If approved, BKF Engineers creates detailed designs for where lights go and what type to install.

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Votes

Approved the contract with BKF Engineers

Passed

5 to 1

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Why This Vote Matters

The council approved hiring BKF Engineers to design a lighting plan for Shields Reid Park with broad support in a 5-1 vote, with Councilmember McLaughlin dissenting and Councilmember Bates abstaining. The park currently lacks adequate lighting around its perimeter, creating safety concerns for evening users. BKF Engineers will create detailed plans showing where new lights should be installed and what types of fixtures to use before the city begins construction. This represents the planning phase - actual installation and associated costs would require separate council approval later.

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