Committee drops light‑trespass measurement from draft; Dark Sky recognition in doubt
Members removed a provision requiring on‑site measurement of light trespass because the village lacks enforcement capacity; speakers said that omission likely prevents immediate Dark Sky International ordinance recognition.
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The committee agreed to remove language that would have required on‑site measurement of light trespass after members and village representatives said the village lacks code enforcement staff and the equipment to perform nighttime measurements at property lines. One committee member summarized the effect: "So we really can't get through the Dark Sky International official proceeding."
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