City Approves $200K for Bush Blvd Lighting Upgrades

0:00It's March 11. Here's your Birmingham News in two minutes. City leaders have approved a $200,000 agreement with the Alabama Department of Transportation to fix and maintain, lighting along. Bush Boulevard under Interstate 20's last 59. This deal targets the right of way in District 8, where residents and drivers have raised safety worries for years. District 8, Councillor Sonya Smith calls it a fix for a major public safety problem in the neighborhood. She points out that brighter lights cut down on crime at night and make folks feel more secure overall. The upgrades will also help drivers who pull over with car issues and officials expect better visibility to make the whole area safer soon. This story is made possible by our sponsor. See the episode description. You know what is better than earbuds and bed? No earbuds at all. S-O-L-I. S-O-L-I-Pillow.com.