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Commission weighs $15 million intent to fund for LED upgrades to high‑school sports fields
Summary
Staff asked for up to $15 million (first draw $12 million) to convert 41 athletic fields at nine high schools to LED, with potential TVA rebates; commissioners debated ROI, timing and trade‑offs with personnel raises and ultimately expressed reluctance to commit now.
County staff presented an intent‑to‑fund request to convert high‑school athletic field lighting from metal‑halide to LED across multiple schools. The project was described as a capital item on the five‑year plan with a total ask of up to $15 million and an anticipated $12 million in first‑year spending if approved.
Jason, who presented the item, said…
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