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Neighbors press for acoustic study and tighter limits after Iona says no stadium lighting planned
Summary
Iona's team said no stadium lighting or evening play is proposed and presented a reduced speaker/PA layout; neighbors and the conservatory asked for a formal acoustic study, clearer fixture specs and enforceable restrictions on amplification and lighting to protect adjacent classrooms and residences.
Applicants emphasized that the project does not include stadium lighting and that games would be played during daylight hours; the design team proposed relocating some parking/security lights and possibly a single down-lit fixture on the Meijer Center for limited security illumination. "There is no lighting proposed as part of the project," the applicant's attorney said during the presentation.
Neighbors and institutional users (Concordia Conservatory, Chapel School) urged a formal acoustic study and clearer, enforceable limitations on any public-address system and detector/fixture types. Carolynn Moriarty (Concordia Conservatory board) said an acoustic study is needed and cited research that small increases in decibels can be disruptive; residents also requested detail on fixture type, height and shielding and recommended time-of-day restrictions for any amplified use.
