Riverside adopts nighttime light environment report, explores Dark Sky goals

May 22, 2026

Consultant Ken Walac presented a nighttime light environment report showing that 37 parcels account for roughly half of the village's light emissions; the board voted to adopt the report and signaled interest in codified lighting standards, targeted mitigation and community outreach toward Dark Sky designation.

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The Riverside Board on May 21 adopted a nighttime light environment report prepared by consultant Ken Walac that inventories village lighting, identifies high-emitting properties, and recommends steps toward responsible outdoor lighting and a possible Dark Sky Community designation.

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