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The Town of Windsor has adopted plans to install sports field lighting at the Chimney Park Ballfields as part of its ongoing investment in community recreation. Chimney Park is a central hub for a wide range of activities, including youth and adult sports leagues, tournaments, practices and community gatherings. As participation continues to grow, demand for field time has increased, especially during peak seasons when daylight hours are limited.
Installing field lighting will allow the ballfields to be used safely and efficiently during evening hours, helping reduce scheduling conflicts, limit wear on other parks and maximize the use of existing facilities. This improvement supports local families, athletes, and organizations by providing more flexible scheduling options, expanding access to recreational programs and ensuring Windsor’s parks continue to meet the needs of a growing and active community.
The Town of Windsor has adopted plans to install sports field lighting at the Chimney Park Ballfields as part of its ongoing investment in community recreation. Chimney Park is a central hub for a wide range of activities, including youth and adult sports leagues, tournaments, practices and community gatherings. As participation continues to grow, demand for field time has increased, especially during peak seasons when daylight hours are limited.
Installing field lighting will allow the ballfields to be used safely and efficiently during evening hours, helping reduce scheduling conflicts, limit wear on other parks and maximize the use of existing facilities. This improvement supports local families, athletes, and organizations by providing more flexible scheduling options, expanding access to recreational programs and ensuring Windsor’s parks continue to meet the needs of a growing and active community.
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DarkSky International conducted its site inspection and light testing on the evening of Thursday, July 30. The park's lighting met all DarkSky International certification criteria, and Chimney Park has now been officially certified as a DarkSky International site.
Key benefits and certification criteria achieved include:
Minimizes neighborhood lighting nuisance by significantly reducing local spill light and glare
Mitigates neighborhood light pollution and sky glow, which will benefit the environment, the astronomy community and others impacted by poorly designed outdoor sports facilities
DarkSky International conducted its site inspection and light testing on the evening of Thursday, July 30. The park's lighting met all DarkSky International certification criteria, and Chimney Park has now been officially certified as a DarkSky International site.
Key benefits and certification criteria achieved include:
Minimizes neighborhood lighting nuisance by significantly reducing local spill light and glare
Mitigates neighborhood light pollution and sky glow, which will benefit the environment, the astronomy community and others impacted by poorly designed outdoor sports facilities
Avoids over lighting, thereby reducing energy consumption
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Post-installation lighting testing was conducted on May 13 and identified minor fixture adjustments that will be completed in the coming weeks. We are also continuing to work with our representative from DarkSky International to obtain certification for Outdoor Sports Lighting.
Post-installation lighting testing was conducted on May 13 and identified minor fixture adjustments that will be completed in the coming weeks. We are also continuing to work with our representative from DarkSky International to obtain certification for Outdoor Sports Lighting.
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The field lighting, parking lot lighting and required electrical infrastructure have all been installed. As of Friday, April 24, the lighting system has been commissioned by the installation contractor and turned over to the lighting manufacturer for operation.
Post-installation lighting tests will be conducted over the next several weeks to ensure proper performance and functionality.
In addition, the project is currently preparing a submission for certification with DarkSky International for outdoor sports lighting.
The field lighting, parking lot lighting and required electrical infrastructure have all been installed. As of Friday, April 24, the lighting system has been commissioned by the installation contractor and turned over to the lighting manufacturer for operation.
Post-installation lighting tests will be conducted over the next several weeks to ensure proper performance and functionality.
In addition, the project is currently preparing a submission for certification with DarkSky International for outdoor sports lighting.
