WILLIAMS — New solar light have been installed around Williams since January. They were initially installed on the east end of town along historic Route 66. Since then about 200 lights have been placed all along Route 66 and Grand Canyon Boulevard.
While some commented that it looked like an airport runway, most comments overheard were positive.
Yet some problems have been observed. Residents have noticed missing lights and some of the new lights not working.
Mayor John Moore of Williams—Who has said the lights are being donated by a private citizen—confirmed that at least three lights have been knocked down by vehicles parking in the downtown area. Like the older lights in Williams, they have been placed along the sidewalks to provide the most access to pedestrians. Thus they are closer to the street.
Other repairs being observed, he said, were because of faulty lights which the company is replacing at no charge.
Even with the problems noted, the lights seem to be a popular addition to the streets of Williams.
I like them it adds a charm to the town and it’s great that they are solar. Thank you to the person donating them. Can’t believe people hit them when parking people need to learn to drive.
One complaint is that they are too close to driveway entrances.