Montgomery Township approves LED upgrades for parks, commuter lots and firehouses

Mark Brost

Aug 5

2 min read

Montgomery Township is moving ahead with a $8,100 LED lighting purchase aimed at improving visibility and reducing operating costs at municipal facilities. The upgrades will cover two park and commuter-lot locations, while previously purchased fixtures will be installed at township firehouses. Public works employees will handle the work.

Key takeaways

Montgomery Township’s lighting project will:

Replace older incandescent fixtures at the Route 309/Knapp Road Dog Park and Park-and-Ride.
Upgrade lighting at William F. Maule Park at Windlestrae.
Include firehouse installations using fixtures already purchased by the township.
Use township public works employees for installation.
Draw from the 2026 Capital Investment Plan, which includes $16,869 for LED improvements.

The project combines a targeted equipment purchase with in-house installation to control costs while improving conditions for residents and municipal personnel.

Where the upgrades are planned

The new fixtures purchased through City Electric Supply Company under Pennsylvania’s COSTARS purchasing program will be installed at the Route 309/Knapp Road Dog Park and Park-and-Ride and at William F. Maule Park at Windlestrae. These locations serve park visitors, commuters and other residents who use the facilities after dark.

Township officials also said firehouses will receive LED upgrades. Those fixtures have already been purchased, and a rebate helped offset the cost, according to Public Works Director Greg Reiff.

Why the township is switching to LED

LED systems generally use less electricity and last longer than traditional incandescent lighting. For a municipality, those characteristics can reduce utility bills, limit replacement cycles and lower maintenance demands over time.

The township also expects the upgraded fixtures to improve nighttime visibility. Brighter, more reliable illumination can support safer movement through parking areas, parks and public buildings, particularly during evening hours.

In-house installation keeps costs focused

Township public works employees will install the fixtures at the park and commuter-lot locations. Handling the work internally is expected to reduce labor expenses and allow the township to direct more of its capital budget toward equipment and other facility needs.

For contractors and property managers evaluating similar projects, the approach highlights the value of pairing efficient fixtures with a realistic installation plan. Wholesale suppliers such as Led Lumenaires support larger commercial and municipal-style projects with spec-ready SKUs, bulk availability, rebate guidance and product-selection assistance.

Part of a broader capital plan

The lighting work is included in Montgomery Township’s 2026 Capital Investment Plan, which sets aside $16,869 for LED improvements. The $8,100 purchase approved by supervisors represents one portion of that allocation, with additional work supported by equipment already on hand.

By spreading upgrades across parks, commuter facilities and firehouses, the township is pursuing a consistent lighting strategy for public properties. The expected combination of lower energy consumption, reduced maintenance and improved visibility is intended to deliver savings beyond the initial capital investment.

Sources

LED lighting upgrades coming to Montgomery Township parks, commuter lots, firehouses, thereporteronline.