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Committee backs WISDOT carbon-reduction grant to convert 29 street lights to LEDs
Summary
The Middleton Sustainability Committee recommended approval of a WISDOT carbon-reduction grant agreement that will fund conversion of 29 street lights to LED fixtures; the grant covers $126,400 with a city match of $33,360 that has already been allocated in prior capital budgets.
The Middleton Sustainability Committee recommended that Common Council and Finance approve a WISDOT carbon-reduction grant agreement to convert the remaining 29 street lights to more efficient LED fixtures.
Kelly explained the grant covers $126,400 with a city match of $33,360; the match has already been allocated in prior capital budgets. Because state and federal scheduling delayed the project, the committee will handle bid preparation and necessary paperwork this year while equipment orders and installation would take place in early 2026.
Why it matters: Converting aging street lights to LEDs reduces municipal carbon emissions and lowers operating costs over time. Kelly said the conversion aligns with the committee’s broader carbon-reduction goals and noted that MGE and other owners maintain a portion of the city’s lighting infrastructure, requiring coordination.
Motion and vote: Committee member Kermit moved to recommend approval of the agreement with WISDOT to convert the 29 lights; the motion was seconded and passed by voice vote. Kelly said the agreement must be signed by Sept. 30 to preserve the funding schedule.
Next steps: Staff will prepare the bid documents and present the recommendation to Finance and Common Council for final approval; procurement and installation are expected in early 2026.
