Re: to Light or not light!

["SMW Scripter [aka MoscowSam]" <MoscowSam@moscow.com>]

When Indian Hills Drive was extended east of Pine Cone Road, 
a non-traditional (at least for Moscow) style of luminaire 
was employed as an "experiment".  I do not know if the 
"experiment" is over, nor if so, what the "results" are.

The luminare directs the light to the surface and prevents 
upward illumination.  Drive up and take a look and see what
you think.

Separately, I seem to recall that ID DOT (sp?) sets "standards"
for the level of illumination in street intersections.  I
suppose this is in the interests of public convenience and
safety.

Based on experiences I have had regarding UI campus planning
and safety, I would expect some individuals, particularly
women, to be concerned about risk for assault while walking
on dark sidewalks and pathways along streets and through
parks.

The electric company is responsible for maintaining the
streetside light fixtures.  I presume they derive income
from the electricity sold to the City.  I wonder what they
would think about reducing the lighting level, IF standards
for roadways were lowered to permit less intense illumination?

What about it, City staff members, Council Persons and the
Mayor?  Do you read this list?

How about informing us of the parameters controlling lighting
in Moscow's business districts, residential neighborhoods and
parks?

Sam Scripter
MoscowSam@moscow.com