Modernisation of street lighting
The Town of Rosemère announced
the implementation of a pilot project leading to the modernization of public
lighting as well as an online survey on this project. The goal of this
modernization initiative is to reduce the consumption of electricity as well as
light pollution, while increasing security on Rosemère streets.
"This ecoenergetic shift in
the lighting of our streets consists in converting the current high-pressure
sodium (HPS) lighting to light-emitting diodes (LED) in order to make the most
of the economical and ecological advantages provided by this technology. This decision
reflects our desire to preserve the environment, maintain the Town’s sound
financial position, and remain attuned to the wishes of our citizens,” stated
Rosemère mayor Madeleine Leduc.
After consulting the public
health notice issued by the Regional Public Health Directorate of the Montréal
West Island Integrated University Health and Social Services Centre (CIUSSS Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal),
the Town of Rosemère opted for 3000K LED lighting as it presents no health risk
for the population. This public health notice is available at http://www.dsp.santemontreal.qc.ca/.
The 3000K LED lighting will provide greater visibility and safety on our
streets. It is also a warmer type of lighting.
This pilot project will be
carried out on Bertrand and Blanchard streets. Conversion work in this sector
started on April 4. 3000K LED luminaires with a 67-watt intensity were
installed on Bertrand Street while luminaires on Blanchard Street will have a
41-watt intensity.
The Town wishes to know what
lighting intensity (67 or 41 watts) best meets the expectations of its
residents, which is why citizens are asked to share their opinion on the Town’s
website by clicking here to access to the survey, between April 10 and 30, 2017. The opinion
of its citizens is important to the choice the Town will be making in this
matter.
In the wake of this
consultation and based on results of this pilot project, the Town will proceed,
in stages, to the conversion of all its street lighting. Should you have any
questions, please contact the Technical Services and Public Works Department at
450-621-3500, ext. 3300.
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Source: Town of Rosemère