What is your age range? 45-54
What is your gender identity? Female
How long have you lived in Norfolk? 21-30 years
What neighborhood and/or Civic League do you live in? Larchmont-Edgewater
What City Council Ward do you live in? If you are unsure, you can use the Ward Map. 2
Do you participate in the following activities when it is dark outside in Norfolk (i.e around dusk, at night or around dawn)?
I avoid...because...
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of street lighting you currently see around Norfolk? Somewhat Satisfied
Have you noticed recent changes to the street lighting in your neighborhood? Some Changes
Do you think the types of street light fixtures used around Norfolk are important for the City’s aesthetic character? Somewhat Important
What color of street and sidewalk lighting feels most appropriate for Norfolk? Warm-White (Yellow Undertones)
How important do you feel it is for street lighting to be consistent throughout Norfolk? Somewhat Important
Does the light from the City’s street light fixtures shine into your eyes in a distracting way while you’re walking, biking, or driving? Other - It's difficult to answer these questions accurately as the light levels vary throughout the city. A residential street in Larchmont is very different from Military Hwy, for example.
Does the sidewalk lighting in Norfolk typically allow you to recognize people’s faces and expressions at night? I can somewhat make out faces
When driving, are you confident you’ll be able to see pedestrians and/or cyclists around your vehicle? Somewhat Confident
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light trespass? Very Familiar
Does the light from street lighting shine into your home in a disruptive way? Other - I have blackout curtains.
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light pollution? Very Familiar
How important is it to you that Norfolk takes steps to reduce the impacts of street lighting on the environment? Very Important
How does street lighting in Norfolk impact your comfort in the city at night? I'd like adequate lighting of a warmer color that enables me to see decently at night, but NOT streetlight versions of LED white-blue car headlights that blind the onlooker. This type of lighting is a menace.

What is your age range? 55-64
What is your gender identity? Female
How long have you lived in Norfolk? 11-20 years
What neighborhood and/or Civic League do you live in? Larchmont
What City Council Ward do you live in? If you are unsure, you can use the Ward Map. 2
Do you participate in the following activities when it is dark outside in Norfolk (i.e around dusk, at night or around dawn)?
Do you have any additional comments about how outdoor lighting improvements would impact your activities at night? LED lights above 2700K would negatively impact both my nighttime activities and the character of my neighborhood. I currently walk through my neighborhood every evening to unwind and enjoy the warm ambiance created by our existing HPS lighting. If lighting becomes brighter or shifts to a cooler color temperature, I would likely reduce those walks. Brighter, higher-color-temperature lighting can interfere with the natural nighttime rhythms of insects and other wildlife. Because LEDs emit more blue light than HPS fixtures, they can make habitats less suitable for species such as lightning bugs and other nocturnal animals, reducing wildlife activity in illuminated areas. I also often see residents enjoying the waterfront benches at night, but brighter lighting would make those spaces feel less inviting. Several nearby fixtures have already been converted to 3000K LEDs, and I tend to avoid those areas because they feel noticeably brighter and harsher. My evening walks are meant to help me relax, and warmer lighting better supports that experience.
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of street lighting you currently see around Norfolk? Somewhat Satisfied
Have you noticed recent changes to the street lighting in your neighborhood? Some Changes
Do you think the types of street light fixtures used around Norfolk are important for the City’s aesthetic character? Very Important
What color of street and sidewalk lighting feels most appropriate for Norfolk? Warm (Amber Undertones)
How important do you feel it is for street lighting to be consistent throughout Norfolk? Somewhat Important
In the future I want Norfolk’s streetlighting to feel like… an old historic waterfront city that caters to the environment and the health of its residents. But I understand that some areas need brighter lights. Our neighborhoods should feel welcoming to residents and wildlife and not keep us up at night.
Does the light from the City’s street light fixtures shine into your eyes in a distracting way while you’re walking, biking, or driving? Other - Walking in Larchmont with our HPS lighs is very comfortable. However, in commercial areas such as North Colley near Elation Brewing, glare from streetlights, signs, and headlights creates visual clutter that can make pedestrians and hazards harder to see.
Does the sidewalk lighting in Norfolk typically allow you to recognize people’s faces and expressions at night? Other - In residential areas, street lights should support safe navigation & visibility, not replicate daylight. Evenly distributed light is more effective than overly bright lighting and helps preserve nighttime conditions, sleep quality, and wildlife.
When driving, are you confident you’ll be able to see pedestrians and/or cyclists around your vehicle? Somewhat Unconfident
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light trespass? Very Familiar
Does the light from street lighting shine into your home in a disruptive way? No City lighting enters my residence
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light pollution? Very Familiar
How important is it to you that Norfolk takes steps to reduce the impacts of street lighting on the environment? Very Important
How does street lighting in Norfolk impact your comfort in the city at night? Street lighting has a significant impact on my comfort at night. I prefer warmer lighting that supports natural circadian rhythms and preserves a sense of nighttime. I tend to avoid walking in areas with very bright, higher-color-temperature lighting because I find it harsh and less relaxing. In contrast, the warm glow of HPS lighting creates a more comfortable and inviting environment for evening walks. For this reason, I prefer lighting in the 2200K range, which more closely resembles existing HPS fixtures while still providing adequate visibility.

What is your age range? 55-64
What is your gender identity? Male
How long have you lived in Norfolk? 11-20 years
What neighborhood and/or Civic League do you live in? Larchmont
What City Council Ward do you live in? If you are unsure, you can use the Ward Map. 2
Do you participate in the following activities when it is dark outside in Norfolk (i.e around dusk, at night or around dawn)?
Do you have any additional comments about how outdoor lighting improvements would impact your activities at night? Currently I walk most evenings in Larchmont and the lighting is perfect. I would describe the current lighting as more dark than light, but the older HPS lights and the light spilling from homes along the streets provide adequate light. The whole point of the evening walk is to experience nighttime, and sometimes see the moon rise. Bright lighting would make the walk miserable. There are a few newer and very bright LED bulbs in certain street lights that have been replaced and I purposefully avoid these areas because the lighting there feels like a store parking lot.
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of street lighting you currently see around Norfolk? Somewhat Satisfied
Have you noticed recent changes to the street lighting in your neighborhood? Some Changes
Do you think the types of street light fixtures used around Norfolk are important for the City’s aesthetic character? Very Important
What color of street and sidewalk lighting feels most appropriate for Norfolk? Warm (Amber Undertones)
How important do you feel it is for street lighting to be consistent throughout Norfolk? Neutral
In the future I want Norfolk’s streetlighting to feel like… Busy streets should have brighter, but non-glaring lights, but the neighborhoods (especially historical ones) should be warm lighting and feel more old school. The best scenario would be for the neighborhoods to all use lamp post style lights instead of overhead poles, but I know that is beyond the scope of this LED project.
Does the light from the City’s street light fixtures shine into your eyes in a distracting way while you’re walking, biking, or driving? Yes, but I don’t find it distracting
Does the sidewalk lighting in Norfolk typically allow you to recognize people’s faces and expressions at night? I can somewhat make out faces
When driving, are you confident you’ll be able to see pedestrians and/or cyclists around your vehicle? Neutral
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light trespass? Somewhat Familiar
Does the light from street lighting shine into your home in a disruptive way? No City lighting enters my residence
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light pollution? Very Familiar
How important is it to you that Norfolk takes steps to reduce the impacts of street lighting on the environment? Very Important
How does street lighting in Norfolk impact your comfort in the city at night? Same as prior answer, I want to be able to walk the neighborhoods at night with minimal lighting that is warm and feels authentic to the history of the neighborhoods and city. If there is concern for crime prevention I would fully support city cameras in the neighborhood that can function in low lighting.

What is your age range? 45-54
What is your gender identity? Male
How long have you lived in Norfolk? 6-10 years
What neighborhood and/or Civic League do you live in? Colonial Place
What City Council Ward do you live in? If you are unsure, you can use the Ward Map. 2
Do you participate in the following activities when it is dark outside in Norfolk (i.e around dusk, at night or around dawn)?
I avoid...because...
Do you have any additional comments about how outdoor lighting improvements would impact your activities at night? No
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of street lighting you currently see around Norfolk? Somewhat Unsatisfied
Have you noticed recent changes to the street lighting in your neighborhood? Some Changes
Do you think the types of street light fixtures used around Norfolk are important for the City’s aesthetic character? Very Important
What color of street and sidewalk lighting feels most appropriate for Norfolk? Warm (Amber Undertones)
How important do you feel it is for street lighting to be consistent throughout Norfolk? Very Important
In the future I want Norfolk’s streetlighting to feel like… Warm glow.
Does the light from the City’s street light fixtures shine into your eyes in a distracting way while you’re walking, biking, or driving? Yes, it’s somewhat distracting
Does the sidewalk lighting in Norfolk typically allow you to recognize people’s faces and expressions at night? I can somewhat make out faces
When driving, are you confident you’ll be able to see pedestrians and/or cyclists around your vehicle? Somewhat Confident
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light trespass? Unfamiliar
Does the light from street lighting shine into your home in a disruptive way? Yes, it’s somewhat disruptive
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light pollution? Somewhat Familiar
How important is it to you that Norfolk takes steps to reduce the impacts of street lighting on the environment? Very Important
How does street lighting in Norfolk impact your comfort in the city at night? Lighting at night is important for safety, but it should be done in an aesthetically pleasing manner with minimal affects on the environment.

What is your age range? 55-64
What is your gender identity? Female
How long have you lived in Norfolk? 21-30 years
What neighborhood and/or Civic League do you live in? Colonial Place
What City Council Ward do you live in? If you are unsure, you can use the Ward Map. 2
Do you participate in the following activities when it is dark outside in Norfolk (i.e around dusk, at night or around dawn)?
I avoid...because...
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of street lighting you currently see around Norfolk? Somewhat Unsatisfied
Have you noticed recent changes to the street lighting in your neighborhood? No Changes
Do you think the types of street light fixtures used around Norfolk are important for the City’s aesthetic character? Very Important
What color of street and sidewalk lighting feels most appropriate for Norfolk? Cool-White (Blue Undertones)
How important do you feel it is for street lighting to be consistent throughout Norfolk? Somewhat Important
Does the light from the City’s street light fixtures shine into your eyes in a distracting way while you’re walking, biking, or driving? Yes, but I don’t find it distracting
Does the sidewalk lighting in Norfolk typically allow you to recognize people’s faces and expressions at night? I can somewhat make out faces
When driving, are you confident you’ll be able to see pedestrians and/or cyclists around your vehicle? Somewhat Unconfident
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light trespass? Somewhat Familiar
Does the light from street lighting shine into your home in a disruptive way? Yes, but I don’t find it disruptive
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light pollution? Very Familiar
How important is it to you that Norfolk takes steps to reduce the impacts of street lighting on the environment? Very Important

What is your age range? 45-54
What is your gender identity? Male
How long have you lived in Norfolk? 11-20 years
What neighborhood and/or Civic League do you live in? Freemason
What City Council Ward do you live in? If you are unsure, you can use the Ward Map. 2
Do you participate in the following activities when it is dark outside in Norfolk (i.e around dusk, at night or around dawn)?
I avoid...because...
Do you have any additional comments about how outdoor lighting improvements would impact your activities at night? Please do not change the HPS lighting in historic neighborhoods
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of street lighting you currently see around Norfolk? Satisfied
Have you noticed recent changes to the street lighting in your neighborhood? Some Changes
Do you think the types of street light fixtures used around Norfolk are important for the City’s aesthetic character? Very Important
What color of street and sidewalk lighting feels most appropriate for Norfolk? Warm (Amber Undertones)
How important do you feel it is for street lighting to be consistent throughout Norfolk? Very Unimportant
In the future I want Norfolk’s streetlighting to feel like… Please make it WARM--amber and yellow undertones, especially in residential neighborhoods
Does the light from the City’s street light fixtures shine into your eyes in a distracting way while you’re walking, biking, or driving? Yes, it’s somewhat distracting
Does the sidewalk lighting in Norfolk typically allow you to recognize people’s faces and expressions at night? It is easy to see faces
When driving, are you confident you’ll be able to see pedestrians and/or cyclists around your vehicle? Very Confident
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light trespass? Very Familiar
Does the light from street lighting shine into your home in a disruptive way? Yes, it’s somewhat disruptive
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light pollution? Very Familiar
How important is it to you that Norfolk takes steps to reduce the impacts of street lighting on the environment? Very Unimportant
How does street lighting in Norfolk impact your comfort in the city at night? I greatly prefer the HPS lighting with the amber and yellow undertones. The new lighting is too bright for residential neighborhoods

What is your age range? 35-44
What is your gender identity? Male
How long have you lived in Norfolk? 11-20 years
What neighborhood and/or Civic League do you live in? Lafayette Winona Civic League
What City Council Ward do you live in? If you are unsure, you can use the Ward Map. 2
Do you participate in the following activities when it is dark outside in Norfolk (i.e around dusk, at night or around dawn)?
I avoid...because...
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of street lighting you currently see around Norfolk? Somewhat Unsatisfied
Have you noticed recent changes to the street lighting in your neighborhood? Some Changes
Do you think the types of street light fixtures used around Norfolk are important for the City’s aesthetic character? Very Important
What color of street and sidewalk lighting feels most appropriate for Norfolk? Warm-White (Yellow Undertones)
How important do you feel it is for street lighting to be consistent throughout Norfolk? Very Important
In the future I want Norfolk’s streetlighting to feel like… 2700k-3000k CCT with 80+CRI. Even lighting uniformity on roadways and sidewalks with minimal backlight uplight and glare
Does the light from the City’s street light fixtures shine into your eyes in a distracting way while you’re walking, biking, or driving? Yes, but I don’t find it distracting
Does the sidewalk lighting in Norfolk typically allow you to recognize people’s faces and expressions at night? I can somewhat make out faces
When driving, are you confident you’ll be able to see pedestrians and/or cyclists around your vehicle? Somewhat Confident
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light trespass? Very Familiar
Does the light from street lighting shine into your home in a disruptive way? Yes, but I don’t find it disruptive
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light pollution? Very Familiar
How important is it to you that Norfolk takes steps to reduce the impacts of street lighting on the environment? Very Important
How does street lighting in Norfolk impact your comfort in the city at night? Somewhat. Primarily in areas that continue to use HPS fixtures and dont apply proper lighting best practices for roadway and pedestrian lighting

What is your age range? 55-64
What is your gender identity? Male
How long have you lived in Norfolk? 21-30 years
What neighborhood and/or Civic League do you live in? Lafayette Winona ( Gowrie Park )
What City Council Ward do you live in? If you are unsure, you can use the Ward Map. 3
Do you participate in the following activities when it is dark outside in Norfolk (i.e around dusk, at night or around dawn)?
I avoid...because...
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of street lighting you currently see around Norfolk? Somewhat Unsatisfied
Have you noticed recent changes to the street lighting in your neighborhood? Some Changes
Do you think the types of street light fixtures used around Norfolk are important for the City’s aesthetic character? Very Important
What color of street and sidewalk lighting feels most appropriate for Norfolk? Warm (Amber Undertones)
How important do you feel it is for street lighting to be consistent throughout Norfolk? Somewhat Important
In the future I want Norfolk’s streetlighting to feel like… Safety promoting and friendly , but not cold or harsh.
Does the light from the City’s street light fixtures shine into your eyes in a distracting way while you’re walking, biking, or driving? Yes, but I don’t find it distracting
Does the sidewalk lighting in Norfolk typically allow you to recognize people’s faces and expressions at night? I cannot make out faces
When driving, are you confident you’ll be able to see pedestrians and/or cyclists around your vehicle? Somewhat Unconfident
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light trespass? Somewhat Familiar
Does the light from street lighting shine into your home in a disruptive way? Other - Honestly, our streets ( Webster, Jason, Hancock could use more lighting. Currently there is only lighting at the intersections, and none near my driveway. Most of my street ( Webster Ave) is unlit.
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light pollution? Somewhat Familiar
How important is it to you that Norfolk takes steps to reduce the impacts of street lighting on the environment? Somewhat Important
How does street lighting in Norfolk impact your comfort in the city at night? In areas where lighting is broken or incomplete, I feel unsafe. I feel unsafe as a driver that can’t see pedestrians or lane markings or debris. My street experiences increased crime due to inadequate lighting incl theft to vehicles and sex worker activity. I will say that newer lamplight style lighting near the zoo and in East Beach fits well with the areas and historic neighborhoods while providing lighting for safety and crime prevention.

What is your age range? 25-34
What is your gender identity? Male
How long have you lived in Norfolk? 11-20 years
What neighborhood and/or Civic League do you live in? Lafayette Winona
What City Council Ward do you live in? If you are unsure, you can use the Ward Map. 2
Do you participate in the following activities when it is dark outside in Norfolk (i.e around dusk, at night or around dawn)?
I avoid...because...
Do you have any additional comments about how outdoor lighting improvements would impact your activities at night? No
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of street lighting you currently see around Norfolk? Somewhat Satisfied
Have you noticed recent changes to the street lighting in your neighborhood? No Changes
Do you think the types of street light fixtures used around Norfolk are important for the City’s aesthetic character? Very Important
What color of street and sidewalk lighting feels most appropriate for Norfolk? Warm (Amber Undertones)
How important do you feel it is for street lighting to be consistent throughout Norfolk? Very Important
In the future I want Norfolk’s streetlighting to feel like… I want the streetlights to be unintrusive with minimal effect on peoples houses while allowing for a well lit area for people outside at night
Does the light from the City’s street light fixtures shine into your eyes in a distracting way while you’re walking, biking, or driving? No City lighting enters my eyes
Does the sidewalk lighting in Norfolk typically allow you to recognize people’s faces and expressions at night? I can somewhat make out faces
When driving, are you confident you’ll be able to see pedestrians and/or cyclists around your vehicle? Somewhat Confident
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light trespass? Very Familiar
Does the light from street lighting shine into your home in a disruptive way? Yes, it’s somewhat disruptive
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light pollution? Very Familiar
How important is it to you that Norfolk takes steps to reduce the impacts of street lighting on the environment? Very Important
How does street lighting in Norfolk impact your comfort in the city at night? I know there needs to be lights for safety reasons but the less light pollution the better.

What is your age range? 65-74
What is your gender identity? Female
How long have you lived in Norfolk? 6-10 years
What neighborhood and/or Civic League do you live in? Larchmont
What City Council Ward do you live in? If you are unsure, you can use the Ward Map. 2
Do you participate in the following activities when it is dark outside in Norfolk (i.e around dusk, at night or around dawn)?
I avoid...because...
Do you have any additional comments about how outdoor lighting improvements would impact your activities at night? There are a lot of inconsistencies in the lighting in our city. The new streetlights are too intense and bother me. For example, when walking or driving around Colley North, the lights are very glaring. It is hard to see Pedestrians crossing the street between the parked cars. Improved lighting means lowering the intensity (lumens) of the light and directing the light down onto the road where it is needed and not into my eyes. Improved lighting does not mean more lights, just better overall lighting. Intense light creates darker shadows. Our field of vision is improved when we have less light rather than more light.
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of street lighting you currently see around Norfolk? Unsatisfied
Have you noticed recent changes to the street lighting in your neighborhood? Some Changes
Do you think the types of street light fixtures used around Norfolk are important for the City’s aesthetic character? Very Important
What color of street and sidewalk lighting feels most appropriate for Norfolk? Warm (Amber Undertones)
How important do you feel it is for street lighting to be consistent throughout Norfolk? Somewhat Important
In the future I want Norfolk’s streetlighting to feel like… Norfolk's streetlighting should be designed for specific needs. Each neighborhood is unique and has its own needs so we cannot be "consistent" always with our light especially lighting around the water areas. I am thinking lighting between 1800-2700K. We need less light near the water (1800K-2200K) as we must consider our environment. Light at night disturbs the circadian rhythm for all living creatures down to the one cell organism. We need not only the proper lumens and color of light but also must consider where to direct our light so it falls where it is needed for safety and visibility. Please keep it from trespassing into homes and waterways. Also, lighting rooftops harms our environment. Norfolk kills migrating birds when we distract them with such lights.
Does the light from the City’s street light fixtures shine into your eyes in a distracting way while you’re walking, biking, or driving? Yes, it’s very distracting
Does the sidewalk lighting in Norfolk typically allow you to recognize people’s faces and expressions at night? Other - When I am driving, I am watching the road area and cannot focus on people's faces. When walking, the intense lighting distracts my ability to see faces but the softer lighting allows me this ability.
When driving, are you confident you’ll be able to see pedestrians and/or cyclists around your vehicle? Somewhat Unconfident
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light trespass? Very Familiar
Does the light from street lighting shine into your home in a disruptive way? Other - We have a new 3000K light at the back corner of my house. During the summer, my trees, thankfully, block the light, but during winter time, it will be annoying. There is no need for a 3000K with 5000 Lumens at a corner by a dead-end street.
How familiar do you feel with the topic of light pollution? Very Familiar
How important is it to you that Norfolk takes steps to reduce the impacts of street lighting on the environment? Very Important
How does street lighting in Norfolk impact your comfort in the city at night? I used to love keeping my bedroom window open and letting the cool air flow in at night but now I have to shut the window and put the blinds down because light trespasses into my bedroom. Driving around Norfolk at night is stressful. Besides the bright car lights on the roads, we also have overly intense streetlights. I do not understand the purpose of the acorn lights. They are like a lamp in a house without a shade. Also, the streetlights are in a distribution type 3 instead of distribution type 2 so instead of having a nice flow of light that continues down the street, the light creates bright and dark spots making it difficult to see into the shadows. It also pains me to see how bright the lights are near our rivers. Also, the skyglow around downtown has limited what we once enjoyed--that of being able to view stars at night. We are lucky to see just a few. Also, I do not understand the reason for buildings being lit up at night. These lights disrupt bird migration and cause unnecessary deaths because these lights attract birds away from their natural navigation: the moon and stars. Consequently, birds crash into buildings or get lost. We lose approximately 1 billion birds yearly because of artificial lights. It is my hope that restrictions are put on this practice. I would also appreciate garage floodlights and residents' lighting be assessed. Thank you for allowing me to comment. I attended both presentations given in Norfolk. I appreciated seeing the lights DE offered but unfortunately, I am not a fan of the color, intensity, nor distribution type of light given off from the colonial lights. I know we can do better.