MANATEE COUNTY, FL (December 11, 2023) – In an ongoing effort to enhance safety, security and peace of mind for residents and visitors, Manatee County is rolling out the Light Up Manatee initiative with an initial installation of dozens of lights in the neighborhood east of U.S. 41 between Lincoln Aquatic Center and Washington Park.
This public-private partnership will work in communities across the county to help brighten roadways, streets and pedestrian paths with state-of-the-art LED lighting. The initial phases of this program will bring additional lights to neighborhoods in Districts Two, Three and Four.
“Light Up Manatee isn’t just about safety and crime reduction," said District 4 Commissioner Mike Rahn. "It’s about community building. Assuring that our citizens live in walkable neighborhoods with secure spaces for social interaction is the true essence of what Light Up Manatee aims to achieve."
In addition to the neighborhood enhancements, the efficiency of LED lighting has been proven to bring about significant cost savings. By going to the Light Up Manatee HUB site users can discover more about the program and find answers to frequently asked questions about how this initiative impacts them and their neighborhood, as well as other important data.