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Residents press Hazen commission for street lights in Expedition Estates; solar option discussed
Summary
Residents and commissioners discussed adding street lighting to Expedition Estates after safety concerns; engineers cited a roughly $147,600 conventional estimate and commissioners reviewed a lower-cost solar proposal and funding options, including special assessment and developer petition.
Residents of the Expedition Estates subdivision urged the Hazen City Commission to add street lighting to a dark, newly developed neighborhood, telling the commission the lack of lights poses a safety risk for children and morning services.
Connie Landowski, who identified herself during public comment, said, “It is very dark out there… it is kind of a safety concern with more and more people coming up there.” Staff and the city engineer reviewed prior estimates: an engineering quote of $147,600 to install conventional street lighting and a Genpro solar proposal that staff said could be less costly. Commissioners discussed whether to pursue a developer petition so the work could be special‑assessed rather than paid out of general funds.
Commissioners agreed to ask staff to contact the developer to see whether the developer will petition for lighting (which could avoid special-assessment steps) and to return cost estimates and options at the next meeting. Staff noted battery lifespans for solar units and that replacement costs could be covered through the town’s existing light fee if implemented.
No formal vote or appropriation was taken; staff will follow up with the developer and present options for a funding path and interim measures to improve safety.
