Outdoor Sports Lighting Projects Don't Need to Rile the Neighbors

The Westport (Conn.) Planning and Zoning Commission, in granting the Installation of permanent lights at the Staples High School football field in November, brought to a close nearly 35 years of often-contentious debate between city leaders, sports boosters and school neighbors over spill and glare issues.

The Westport (Conn.) Planning and Zoning Commission, in granting the installation of permanent lights at the Staples High School football field in November, brought to a close nearly 35 years of often-contentious debate between city leaders, sports boosters and school neighbors over spill and glare issues. Considered a historic achievement locally, the agreement calls for field lights to be on until 8 p.m. during the week for games and practices between September and December, while also allowing them to be used for eight special events during the year and two Saturday events.

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