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Commission discusses 'dark sky' initiative, asks staff to research steps and form subcommittee
Summary
Commissioners discussed adopting dark‑sky principles in parks, favored a staff-led subcommittee to investigate practical steps and partnerships, and noted that formal city designation would require coordination with Planning & Zoning and possible code changes.
Commissioners opened a discussion about the international dark‑sky initiative and whether elements of the program could be adopted within the city’s park system.
"To be a dark sky initiative, you have to commit to having a darker community at night," Chair (Speaker 1) said, summarizing the standard. Commissioners expressed broad support for adopting dark‑sky principles where practical…
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