Hybrid Lighting Approach Endorsed Following Public Engagement

A city-wide public engagement process (May 28 – June 30, 2024) was conducted to determine community preferences for lighting along the Railway Greenway. 78.5% of respondents supported lighting. While there was no single preferred lighting strategy among the four options presented, a clear preference for lighting emerged. Consequently, staff recommended Option 1: developing a hybrid lighting implementation plan, incorporating various lighting types and locations to address the diverse community needs. This plan will include mitigation measures for residents and wildlife. An initial cost estimate is $1,255,000. The plan will be presented to the council in Q1 2025; upon approval, detailed design and a construction cost estimate will be developed using existing funding. The project will be included in the 2026 capital budget.

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