A. The welfare and enjoyment of the town is associated with its small town character;

B. Because of the importance of the view of the stars in the night sky and the health of the town's residents and visitors, it is important that the town adopt responsible lighting standards to preserve that view and level of health;

C. Protecting the wildlife population living within the town and surrounding areas depends upon the night sky and a natural level of darkness at night;

D. Preserving and protecting the night sky enhances the use and enjoyment of property through the use of appropriate lighting practices;

E. The town values the practice of energy conservation, and because of the town's devotion to energy conservation, emphasis on responsible lighting practices is desired to decrease the human impact on the environment; and

F. Individual pole and building mounted fixtures and lighting systems should be designed, constructed, and installed to: 1) preserve the town's small town character; 2) minimize impacts on adjacent property owners; 3) reduce light pollution; 4) conserve energy; 5) maintain safety and security of people and wildlife; and 6) maintain the view of the stars in the night sky. (Ord. 21, Series 2007; amd. Ord. 5, Series 2024)