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Sebastian resident asks council to review street light placement and shielding over health concerns
Summary
A Sebastian resident requested city staff review a street light on her block and its impact on her home, citing health concerns and inconsistent timing of the fixture; staff said they will investigate and follow up.
During public input the council heard from a resident who said a street light near her home on Bermuda Avenue causes unwanted light intrusion and exposes her to what she described as unnecessary radiation and electrical exposure.
Roseanne Romano, who identified herself as a Sebastian resident, said three street lights sit on a short block near her property and that one light shines directly into her living room. Romano said she has contacted public works and Florida Power & Light and that FPL had provided a shield but the light and what she described as “capacity of the electricity” remains the same. Romano also said the light appears to switch on during cloudy conditions and sometimes comes on in the morning around 8:00–9:00 a.m.
Staff response: The mayor asked city staff to follow up; the city manager indicated public works staff (Brian and Lee referenced) had been contacted, and the mayor asked staff member Brian to look into the matter and report back to the resident.
Why it matters: The comment raised neighborhood nuisance and health‑concern issues that city staff can investigate as a public‑works and utility coordination matter. The council did not take formal action at the meeting but instructed staff to follow up.
Ending: City staff will investigate the light’s control mechanism and shielding options and coordinate with Florida Power & Light and the resident to seek a resolution; no formal vote or policy change occurred at the meeting.
