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Council hears safety concerns about police parking lot lighting and design; staff asked to review
Summary
Council member Adams asked staff to review safety problems with the police department parking lot and an out light on Whitten Road, and the mayor instructed the assistant city manager to consult the police department.
Council member Adams told colleagues that a light on Whitten Road near the senior center and the police parking area is out and that the current parking‑lot design leaves officers vulnerable when arriving for or leaving duty. Adams asked the city to evaluate lighting repairs and whether structural changes such as a fence or gate could improve officer safety.
The mayor asked the assistant city manager to speak with the police department and follow up. Assistant City Manager Andy Levandowski (speaking earlier in the meeting in his staff report) and a staff speaker said the concern has been raised by police officers themselves and that the city is looking into options; cost and specification questions remain and will be considered as part of the department/budget process. Council member Adams requested a review and said she would like a recommendation about how to improve safety and lighting.
No formal action or vote was taken; council directed staff to investigate and report back, and council members indicated the topic will be discussed in the budget/work session process as needed.
