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Committee sets aside pole‑mounted lights amid concerns about fit and cohesion
Summary
Committee members decided not to pursue pole‑mounted lights now, citing limited electrical access and concern that lights on only one end would look incohesive with the district brand; long‑term wayfinding was suggested instead.
During discussion of lighting options, at least one member argued pole‑mounted lights would look “strange if they're only on one end of the district” and recommended skipping them because they don’t align with the district’s brand. The group agreed to defer pole‑mounted lights for now and instead focus on skyline elements and garland that could be applied cohesively.
Committee members noted electrical access limitations for many poles east of Murdoch and said adding pole lighting where electricity is unavailable would require additional city work and budget. As an alternative, members suggested a separate long‑term wayfinding project at the Murdoch/Big Bend entry to help visitors identify both directions of Old Orchard.
