Summary
The city was set to accept $408,500 in Maryland Energy Administration grant funding to convert 628 outdoor lights to LED and conduct an energy-efficiency audit, including a BEPS Action Plan for the Pip Moyer Rec Center. Lower-energy LED lighting can trim the city's electricity bills over time, and no local match was required.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
No city match required; the grants could lower long-term energy costs.
All residents benefit from more efficient city lighting and reduced energy costs.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Finance Committee - Regular Meeting - Jul 15, 2026
The city was set to accept $408,500 in Maryland Energy Administration grant funding to convert 628 outdoor lights to LED and conduct an energy-efficiency audit, including a BEPS Action Plan for the Pip Moyer Rec Center. Lower-energy LED lighting can trim the city's electricity bills over time, and no local match was required.
City Council - Special Work Session - Jan 22, 2026
Multiple members asked for more street lights in Ward 3 and Ward 4 neighborhoods. Staff said a new light costs about $2,000, and the city is studying buying all its lights from BGE to run them itself. Smart traffic signals got attention for Eastport and West Street corridors.
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