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Commission approves $1,455 contract to restore remote access to downtown streetlight controllers
Summary
The commission unanimously approved a $1,455 proposal from Marquis Electric to restore remote access and to train multiple city staff on the downtown streetlight controller system.
The Michigan City Redevelopment Commission voted unanimously on Aug. 18 to approve a $1,455 proposal from Marquis Electric to restore remote access to city streetlight controllers and to train multiple city staff on the system.
Staff explained the work will re-establish a remote-control system that allows city personnel to change settings for downtown lights, set timers and dim or turn off lights on a block-by-block basis. The contract includes a training component: the city engineer, Tim Warner, and at least one parks department staffer (identified as Will) will be trained so more than one person has operational knowledge.
Staff said the move aims to give the city more direct control over downtown lighting schedules and to address recurring downtown lighting issues. The proposal was presented as a $1,455 one-time contract for Marquis Electric to perform setup and training. The commission approved the proposal by voice vote, with no dissent recorded.
Commissioners highlighted the importance of cross-training multiple staff to avoid knowledge gaps when employees are absent.
