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Council considers school-district offer of stadium lighting; storage and future use debated
Summary
Milford was offered used 480-volt stadium lights and a controller by the school district. Council members discussed potential storage in a Connex container, whether parts could be repurposed, installation costs versus LED conversion savings, and the need for a clear recreation master plan before committing.
The Milford City Council discussed an offer from the school district to donate used stadium lighting and a 480-volt controller at its July 15 meeting. Councilmembers weighed potential future uses, storage needs and cost tradeoffs between reusing the equipment and pursuing LED upgrades.
A councilmember who oversees recreation reported the school district offered the old lighting and controller at no charge. The lights are specified in the meeting as 480-volt (sodium/halogen) fixtures; staff and an electrician said the donated components are similar to some of the city’s existing equipment and could be used to save money on future projects, but installation and retrofit costs were not quantified.
Council members discussed storage logistics if the city accepts the donation. Options included placing a Connex (shipping container) at the fire station or at the recreation complex; staff estimated a 20-foot container would be adequate. Council members raised concerns about prior storage underuse (an existing Connex at the recreation complex reportedly has equipment kept outside) and noted that storing the lights would require a plan and some budget for secure storage.
Some council members urged caution and recommended deciding about the lights only after the city adopts a recreation master plan or identifies a specific project to use them on. Others argued the city should accept the donation because the equipment could be repurposed or used for parts and would otherwise be disposed of by the school district.
Council did not take a final vote; members asked staff to explore storage options, clarify the number of fixtures available, confirm condition and compatibility with city systems, and report back with cost estimates and a recommendation.
