Title
Decision on whether to replace lightbulbs on holiday snowflakes
Recommended Action
Move to approve approximately $3,500 from the holiday marketing budget be spent to replace lightbulbs in each of the 20-30 downtown lighted snowflakes.
Report
Issue:
Whether to spend PBIA funds to replace the light bulbs on the downtown holiday snowflakes
Staff Contact:
Mark Rentfrow, Downtown Liaison, 360.570.3798, mrentfro@ci.olympia.wa.us
Presenter(s):
Mark Rentfrow
Amy Buckler, Senior Planner
Background and Analysis:
The City installs 20-30 lighted snowflakes along downtown streets during the holiday season. Some PBIA board members view the lights as cold/blue, and have inquired into the possibility to switching out the bulbs so they give off a warmer glow. There are two color options available.
At the October meeting, the board viewed a snowflake lit with only one blub changed out in the warmer color. It was too difficult to determine if this marked an improvement. Therefore staff ordered 80 warmer bulbs to fully light one snowflake so that the board can compare the two options.
Tonight, the board needs to make a formal decision about whether or not to have the light bulbs changed for all 20-30 downtown snowflakes. The estimated cost is $3,500. If the board decides to change the bulbs, staff will need to place the order immediately. In this case, the board is also asked to join in a work party to switch out the bulbs.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
N/A
Options:
1. Approve approximately $3,500 from the holiday marketing budget be spent to replace lightbulbs in each of the 20-30 downtown lighted snowflakes.
2. Do not replace the bulbs in the snowflake lights.
Financial Impact:
Approximately $3,500 from the holiday marketing budget.
Attachments:
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