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Liberty Hill named an International Dark Sky Community, first in Williamson County
Summary
Liberty Hill celebrated certification by Dark Sky International after a multiyear volunteer and city effort that included a 2022 outdoor‑lighting ordinance, more than 1,100 fixture inventories and a commitment to retrofit public lighting by August 2027.
Liberty Hill was formally designated an International Dark Sky Community by Dark Sky International, becoming the first city in Williamson County to receive the certification.
Mayor (unnamed) announced the designation at the July 23 City Council meeting, saying Liberty Hill's new status "reflect[ed] a strong community commitment to preserving the natural beauty of the night sky amid ongoing development." The council read prepared remarks from Cindy Louongo Cassidy, identified in the meeting as board president of Dark…
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