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The article explores the need for adding smart technology systems to light emitting diode (LED) lamps among municipal lighting in smart municipalities in the U.S. It mentions the benefits of adding sensors, controls and communication technology to streetlights in improving the utility of the streetlight and creates potential areas to grid of Internet of Things (IoT) devices. It also adds the smart technology benefits in enhancing street safety with better light quality and improved visibility.

The article reports the use and benefits of cost effective light-emitting diode (LED) streetlights for the town of Somerville, Tennessee. It provides the comments of Bob Turner, the mayor of Somerville, on considering various resources for effective street illumination which was within budget. Topics discussed include the awarding the contract to lighting manufacturer Cree, the use of its XSP Series luminaires, and the saving on investment through LED lighting.

The article focuses on the lighting projects at two counties in the U.S. as of March 2014. Hidalgo County, Texas reportedly improved its safety from general vagrancy and gang violence after installing streetlights in rural neighborhoods. San Diego County, California, however, is establishing its cost-savings project in partnership with the San Diego Gas & Electric Co., CleanTECH San Diego, and 18 cities and public agencies.

This article presents information on several products of interest to U.S. government employees, including a street lantern by Sun Valley Lighting, the Hydrant Inspector by Trimble from American Flow Control and the 2250XP stump grinder from Bandit Industries.

The article discusses the use of light emitting diode (LED) streetlights in the U.S. Topics covered include the benefits of using LED streetlights compared to high-pressure sodium (HPS) streetlights, the upgrading of streetlights in Bellevue, Washington with the help of its local utility Puget Sound Energy (PSE), and the city's plan to convert the streetlights in Northampton, Massachusetts into LED fixtures. It also discusses the three-part conversion of streetlights in Sacramento, California.

The article reports on street lightning projects in various U.S. cities. The local government of McMinnville, Oregon secured contributions from the community and McMinnville Water and Light to acquire antique-styled lamps from Sternberg Lighting. Ramsey, New Jersey officials updated streetlights in anticipation for the 100th anniversary of the city. Chattanooga, Tennessee installed U.S. Architectural Lighting's fixtures along pedestrian areas.

The article focuses on the use of wireless communications networks to advance smart city initiatives in the U.S. as of March 2014. Topics discussed include intelligent transportation, municipal utility, and street light control. Also mentioned are the moves of municipalities to own wireless networks and the importance of mobility support.

The article focuses on the environment-friendly and effective outdoor street lighting installed by the city government of Honolulu, Hawaii, which according to a city official makes them have three or four times much effective lighting.

The article focuses on the installation of light emitting diode (LED) streetlights in Asheville, North Carolina. The project, which will replace all 9,000 of the city's streetlights with LED fixtures, is aimed at reducing Asheville's energy use and carbon emissions and save money spent on energy-saving projects. The city used LEDway streetlights equipped with BetaLED Technology from Cree. Annually, each retrofitted LED streetlight saves an average of 71 U.S. dollars in energy costs.

A photograph of the streetlamps near the National Mall in Washington, D.C. is presented.

The article previews several equipment and supplies for public works, including KiaroLED street lights from Eye Lighting International of North America Inc., Pilot Rock RBB Series Bench public seating from R.J. Thomas Manufacturing Co. Inc. and Multi Pro 5800 turf sprayer from Toro.

The article reports that the city of Waukesha, Wisconsin has replaced its sodium streetlights with energy-efficient lighting as part of its efforts to reduce energy consumption, with funds for the project provided through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

The article discusses the energy-efficient street lighting technology in Los Angeles, California. In 2009, the Los Angeles Bureau of Street Lighting had started replacing the 140,000 high-pressure sodium lights with light-emitting diode lights as part of the Green L.A. campaign of Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa to cut carbon emissions. Bureau authorities foresee that when all lights are upgraded by 2014, the energy consumption of streetlights will shrink by 40 percent.

The article discusses several reports which appeared in past issues of "American City & County," about street lights. "The New Street Lighting" in the June 1910 issue, highlighted the movement to light up the streets particularly in central business districts. Ray Weirick boasted that the business district of Des Moines, Iowa was lit better than the Place de la Concorde in Paris, France in the May 1911 article entitled "The Development of Des Moines."

The article features the revitalization projects in Lee's Summit and Oak Grove in Missouri. The two towns upgraded landscaping, sidewalks and street lights to complement their commercial centers. For both communities, updating the 40-year-old lighting downtown was of prime importance in improving aesthetics and safety. Traditional acorn-style pole lights with finials were installed along Lee Summit's boulevard. In Oak Grove, both styles line Broadway leading to the spruced-up city center and the sidewalks were replaced with new surfaces.

The article focuses on the installation of a pedestrian-friendly lighting system in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, by locally based architectural and engineering firm Borton-Lawson. The firm worked with Roselle, Illinois-based Sternberg Lighting to create fixtures that complement the architecture of the downtown's River Street National Historic District. For sidewalks, designers chose caged acorn fixtures installed on 12-foot-tall, smooth tapered poles and bases.

The article looks at the effort of officials of Beverly Hills in California to create pedestrian-oriented enhancements that make the area safer and easier to navigate for shoppers. Designers assigned a different color palette to each of the city's main roads. There is also new lighting at the crosswalks. The city created a special community facilities district and tax to pay for the redevelopment cost.

The article reports on the efforts of the Village of Glenview, Illinois in redeveloping the Glenview Naval Air Station into an activity place for families and businesses. The redevelopment was supported by a master plan and design guidelines that detail property densities and lighting fixtures in the place. Village designers together with crew from the Public Works Department's Streets Division choose the fixtures and include details that will ease maintenance activities in the area. The Glen's final streetlight were installed in the spring of 2004.

Reports on the upgrading of the street lighting in Beverly Hills, California as of May 1, 2004. Population of Beverly Hills; Breakdown of the lamps to be employed; Cost of the upgrade.

Presents information on the multi-phased lighting project for the downtown area of Reno, Nevada. Improvement of downtown lighting for pedestrian safety; Contract awarded to Horton-Lees Lighting Design to complete a lighting study; Recommendations of the study; Design of the lighting system.

Features the Public Square in Laurens, South Carolina. Details on the restoration of sidewalks and historic lighting in Public Square; Features of the square; Cost of the renovation project; Plans for the downtown in 2003.

Discusses the lighting fixtures that Milwaukee, Wisconsin chose as part of a downtown revitalization project. The historical feeling of the lighting fixtures that compliment the area's architecture styles; Description of the Milwaukee Harp luminaries and the company that was able to replicate the fixtures; Problems that had to be overcome when installing the fixtures.

Covers information on street and highway maintenance products as of December 2001. Details on the Centurion sweeper from Tennant; Features of the TO730H-K Soil Stabilizer from Maxon Industries; Description of the Safe-T-Alert STA990000 strobe light from Superior Signals.

Evaluates the light fixtures installed along the streets of Alpharetta, Georgia. Details of its installation; Features; Advantages.

Deals with the hand hole repair project in Hartford, Connecticut's streetlights. Dangers posed by open hand holes in streetlight posts; Purpose of hand holes in streetlight posts.

Evaluates the efficiency of streetlighting system in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Efforts of contractors for local utility repair; Company affiliates for maintenance contracts; Terms of contract.

Reports on the master street lighting plan in Arlington County, Virginia. Guidelines for establishing lighting standards; Role of the county's traffic engineering staff in choosing new street light.

Features the street lighting system of West Hollywood, California, following the Urban Design Streetscape Master Plan. Transfer of jurisdiction from Los Angeles County; Construction in conjunction with utility undergrounding to reduce costs; Santa Monica Boulevard as the site of the program's first phase; Expansion of the program.

Reports that the city of Tempe, Arizona completed a review of its street light maintenance contract. Maintenance costs; Repeat repairs.