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Leon Valley proclaims “Lights Out for Birds” migratory months; council discussion highlights voluntary approach and safety concerns
Summary
The council heard a presentation and approved a two‑page Lights Out for Birds proclamation asking residents and businesses to reduce nonessential nighttime lighting during spring and fall migration; presenters emphasized the voluntary nature and environmental benefits while some council members expressed concern about crime and public safety.
The City of Leon Valley accepted a Lights Out for Birds proclamation during its Feb. 4 meeting, designating March 1–June 15 and Aug. 15–Nov. 30 as “lights out for bird safety” months in Leon Valley and encouraging residents, businesses and government to minimize nonessential exterior lighting during those periods.
The nut graf: the proclamation is voluntary and aims to reduce bird collisions with illuminated windows and lighting during nocturnal migration while also promoting energy savings and awareness.
Sarah Beasley, director of the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, presented the science and scope of the Lights Out initiative, telling the…
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