Title
Yard Lighting at Parkland County Transfer Station
Proposed Motion
That Council direct Administration to complete the Yard Lighting work at the Parkland County Transfer Station and approve additional funding of $20,000 from Future Capital Restricted Surplus, as presented.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motion, as presented.
Purpose
To report additional information for addressing yard lighting and safety at Parkland County Transfer Station (PCTS) as per Council's request.
Summary
The proposed lighting upgrade for the Parkland County Transfer Station (PCTS) was initially presented to Council as part of the 2026 budget deliberations. At that time, Council requested additional information to further substantiate the need for the project and to clarify the associated costs. The following summary provides enhanced context regarding the operational, safety, and financial considerations supporting this initiative.
Rationale
Enhanced exterior lighting is required at PCTS to improve site visibility, strengthen public safety, support operational efficiency, and meet duty-of-care obligations for a public-facing facility operating during periods of limited natural light. The facility experiences significantly reduced daylight between October and February, with sunset occurring as early as 4:15 p.m. As a result, portions of regular operating hours occur under low-light or dark conditions, creating elevated risk for both staff and users. The current absence of adequate lighting materially increases the likelihood of incidents, including: · Slips, trips, and falls · Vehicle-pedestrian conflicts · Improper waste placement, resulting in increased processing time and operational inefficiencies · Reduced situational awareness for staff conducting inspections · Diminished site security (consistent with recommendations provided by Enforcement Services).
Safety and Regulatory Compliance
The proposed upgrade is aligned with esta...
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