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City, college and UDOT discuss First North lighting, banners and entrance beautification
Summary
City leaders reported meetings with the college and UDOT about replacing aging light poles on First North, sharing costs and installing banners to emphasize the town's college identity; UDOT indicated it would cover half the project cost, with the city and college splitting the remainder.
Price City workshop — City leaders described a multi-party effort to refresh the city's primary entrance along First North, including replacement of aging lampposts, banners to recognize the local university and permanent decorative planters.
At the workshop a council member said the city, the local college and the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) have discussed a plan under which UDOT would cover roughly 50 percent of the project. City and college staff would share the remaining cost, the presenter said. Council members noted that many of the existing light poles date from the 1940s and are deteriorating.
Why it matters: The First North corridor serves as a first impression for visitors and students. Replacing poles, adding banners and better lighting could change how people experience the city's entry and support tourism and downtown revitalization efforts.
Supporting details: Presenters said the city has met twice with UDOT and outlined a possible cost split of 50 percent from UDOT and 50 percent shared between the city and the college (reported conceptually as 25/25). City staff said additional partners are interested in helping with wiring and installation. No final cost estimate was presented at the workshop.
Next steps: Staff will pursue grant and partner funding options and return to the council with detailed cost estimates and a funding plan. Council members asked for more specific budgets and schedule information before any commitment.
