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Pierce County commissioners approve $287,980 purchase of stadium lights for Tiger Field
Summary
The Pierce County Board of Commissioners approved buying four Musco light poles for Tiger Field for $287,980 to be paid from the 2014 Recreation SPLOST; commissioners noted two additional poles may be added later for about $159,470. Vote tally was not recorded in the minutes.
The Pierce County Board of Commissioners voted May 20 to purchase four Musco light poles for Tiger Field at a cost of $287,980, funding the purchase from the 2014 Recreation SPLOST.
Chairman Neal Bennett presented the proposal, saying the four poles would provide 360-foot by 160-foot in-ground coverage for the field. Commissioner David Lowman asked about adding two more poles at the back of the walking track; Bennett said those two would be purchased later at an estimated additional cost of $159,470.
Commissioner Randy Dixon moved to approve the purchase of four poles from Musco for $287,980, and Commissioner Troy Mattox seconded the motion. The motion "carried," according to the meeting record; the transcript does not record a roll-call tally or individual votes.
The meeting agenda notes that funding for the lighting will come from the 2014 Recreation SPLOST. The transcript does not specify which county department will oversee installation, a contractor start date, or any warranty or maintenance terms related to the Musco equipment.
The board convened at 2:00 p.m. and adjourned at 2:10 p.m. after approving the lighting purchase. No further public comment or additional agenda items were recorded in the provided minutes.
