There is more work being done on lighting in the South End of Springfield.
The third phase of improvements is underway in the area of Main Street from Arch to State Street.
The enhanced pedestrian lighting will allow for safer walking in the area.
The third phase will install new lighting from East Columbus Avenue to Locust Street. The city bought the lighting. Eversource is installing it at no cost.
DPW Director Cignoli stated, “With the support of the Mayor, the DPW has been committed to advancing our City-wide Complete Streets Program by providing enhanced pedestrian and bicyclist safety throughout the City through the installation of upgraded protected crosswalks, installation of bike lanes and upgrades to citywide street lights. The installation of these pedestrian lights has and will provide a higher level of safety for our residents and businesses. I really need to thank Joe Mitchell and Mike Vedovelli of Eversource for partnering with the City and donating their services on the installation of the fixtures.”
The installation is going on now and will continue for the next several months.