A recent streetlight upgrade is making Aguilar safer, brighter, and more energy efficient. San Isabel Electric and Basin Electric Power Cooperative donated $6,000 in funding to upgrade streetlights on the main road through town. The town also received a $1,170 rebate from Tri-State Generation and Transmission to lower the project’s cost.
For years, several lights weren’t turning on at night, several were staying on during the day, and several were not bright enough. That all added up to after-dark conditions that were not ideal.
“The difference is night and day,” Aguilar Town Clerk Stephanie Coca said. “It’s really nice to see all the lights on. From the top of Main Street looking down the street, it just looks beautiful.” The improvements go beyond aesthetics.
“The biggest improvement is safety,” Stephanie continued. “If you’re out walking after dark, it can be dangerous with bears and wildlife. Before, you couldn’t see what was in front of you.”
The town also hopes to see a small decrease in its electric bill due to the improved efficiency and operation of the lights.
The town replaced 23 outdated halogen ballasts with adjustable LED lamps, which allow for color and wattage adjustment. Benji Clementi from San Isabel Electric’s Energy Services team oversaw the project from the beginning to end, which included contractor bids, permits, quality control, and rebate processing.
Visit siea.com/empower for more information about SIEA’s Empower program or call 800-279-7432 (SIEA). NOTE: Currently, commercial lighting rebates are only available for pole-mounted LED fixtures, and this program is expected to expire December 31, 2026.
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