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Council explores LED streetlight upgrades and approves traffic-data hardware purchase
Summary
Council discussed converting streetlights to warm-toned LEDs and directed staff to obtain pricing from Oncor; it also approved purchasing traffic data collection hardware to study speed cushions after residents raised speeding concerns.
Councilmembers discussed converting existing streetlights to LED fixtures for greater energy efficiency and longer lifespan; Mayor Donald Deering noted the city pays streetlight electricity and that conversion could reduce long-term costs. Council Member Clayton Laughter emphasized selecting warm-colored LED lights rather than cold, blue-toned fixtures. City Secretary Heather Schell was directed to contact Oncor Electric for pricing catalogs and conversion options.
On traffic calming, the council discussed measures such as speed cushions in residential neighborhoods including Williams Estates and agreed an objective evaluation process should be established. Mayor Donald Deering asked to coordinate with the Fire Department to ensure emergency access is preserved. Mayor Pro Tem Amanda Wilson moved to purchase traffic data collection hardware to conduct traffic studies; Council Member Mike Laye seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
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