Town of Ramapo to Celebrate the Future of Smart Streetlights

Rockland Daily Staff

The Town of Ramapo will celebrate the completion of Phase 1 and the beginning of Phase 2 of the Town’s innovative Smart Streetlight Project. 

The initiative aims to enhance public safety, improve energy efficiency, and foster a more sustainable community. The event will take place tomorrow, Tuesday, August 8, at 10:00 a.m. at the corner of West Maple Ave and Smolley Drive. Residents are invited to join the Town in commemorating the significant milestone.

As reported by Rockland Daily here, Phase 1 of the Smart Streetlight Project involved swapping many older streetlights and installing state-of-the-art LED streetlights equipped with intelligent sensors and remote monitoring capabilities throughout various Ramapo neighborhoods. The energy-efficient streetlights have already begun illuminating streets, providing enhanced visibility and safety for pedestrians and drivers alike.

"We are thrilled to witness the successful completion of Phase 1 of our Smart Streetlight Project," says Michael Specht, Town Supervisor. "The positive impact of these modern streetlights on our community has been remarkable, and we are excited to embark on the next phase to further leverage technology for the betterment of our town."

Phase 2 of the Smart Streetlight Project will expand the installation of the smart streetlights to additional areas within Ramapo. The second phase will involve adding over 1,500 new streetlights to areas with limited or no previous lights.

Local officials will be on hand at the event to share their vision for Ramapo's ongoing infrastructure improvement projects showcasing how this initiative aligns with the Town's commitment to embracing various methods to improve pedestrian and driver safety throughout the town.