Hire BKF Engineers to design lighting system for Shields Reid Park
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
5 to 1
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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