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Commission rejects MDOT gateway lighting agreement after questions about timing and lighting quality

2113240 · January 7, 2025
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Summary

The Battle Creek City Commission voted down a proposed $92,700 contract with the Michigan Department of Transportation for gateway lighting and aesthetic signing after commissioners questioned lighting quality on a previous project and the future of the overpass in MDOT's long-term plan.

The Battle Creek City Commission voted down Resolution 48, a proposed contract authorizing the city manager to execute contract No. 24-5384 with the Michigan Department of Transportation for a gateway lighting and aesthetic signing project totaling $92,700.

The item was pulled from the consent agenda for discussion by Commissioner Simmons, who said lighting installed on the Capitol Avenue bridge over I-94 is poorly diffused at night…

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