Lighting on Hutchinson Island – The Facts

by | Jun 14, 2018 | News | 0 comments

It has come to the attention of the Martin County Taxpayers Association that some mis-information has been distributed regarding the installation of light poles on Hutchinson Island.  The facts are as follows:

  • The plan for additional lighting has been ongoing since 2014
  • The poles will be 17’ high
  • The poles will house yellow “sea turtle friendly” lights
  • The Hutchinson Island Coalition which consists of 18 HOAs is in favor of the additional lights
  • Martin County will pay none of the $7 million to install the poles and finish the sidewalk
  • While some have estimated that it will cost $111,000 annually to maintain the poles and pay for the electricity….the state reimburses the county for this.

The MCTA can see only a win/win situation here for safety and the residents of Hutchinson Island.

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