Residents near Farmington High School are raising concerns about excessive lighting from the school's student parking lot that is affecting their homes. During the recent FPS Board of Education meeting, a local resident addressed the board, highlighting the issue of bright parking lot lights that shine directly into his home at 23101 Lakeway.

The resident explained that the lights, which activate around 8 PM and remain on until 8 AM, are positioned in a way that they illuminate not only the parking lot but also his living and dining rooms. Despite ongoing discussions with FPS facilities management since last December, he has not found a resolution. He believes the problem lies with the parking lot lights rather than street lamps, which he argues are focused downward and contribute only minor light pollution.

The resident acknowledged the importance of safety lighting in the parking lot, especially during the fall and winter months when daylight is limited. However, he expressed concern that the situation worsens with snow cover, further increasing the light intrusion into his home. He emphasized that he is not requesting the lights be turned off entirely, as that would compromise safety, but rather a reevaluation of their positioning to mitigate the impact on nearby residences.

This issue highlights the ongoing challenge of balancing safety and community comfort, as residents seek solutions to improve their living conditions while ensuring student safety remains a priority. The board's response to this concern will be closely watched by community members as they await potential actions to address the lighting problem.