(BUFFALO, NY/FORT ERIE, ON) – The Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority today unveiled a dramatic new lighting system for the Peace Bridge.
“This is a 21st century transformation made possible by advanced, energy efficient light emitting diode (LED) technology and the federal Transportation Enhancement Program” said Anthony Annunziata, Chairman of the Peace Bridge Authority.
(BUFFALO, NY/FORT ERIE, ON) – The Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority today unveiled a dramatic new lighting system for the Peace Bridge.
“This is a 21st century transformation made possible by advanced, energy efficient light emitting diode (LED) technology and the federal Transportation Enhancement Program” said Anthony Annunziata, Chairman of the Peace Bridge Authority.
The $1.2 million system controlled by sophisticated computer software will allow for unlimited color combinations and animations, as well as, unique colors for occurrences such as New Years, July 4, St. Patrick’s Day, Bills and Sabres games and specific requests. At the same time the system will be much more energy efficient, require less maintenance, and provide better security lighting.
Mr. Ken Schoetz, Vice-Chairman of the Authority said, “Many people know that at the turn of the last century Buffalo was known as the “City of Light,” celebrating one of the first cities illuminated by hydro-electric power. The Peace Bridge Authority is pleased that over 100 years later we can deliver a project that builds on this heritage, utilizing state of the art technology and energy efficiency.”
In recognition of this nighttime signature landmark, the Authority will be conducting a photography contest for the next two months on the new bridge lighting. Details of this contest are available on the Peace Bridge website at www.peacebridge.com.
The Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority, a binational bridge authority, has owned and operated the Peace Bridge since 1933. The bridge, which was opened to traffic in 1927, spans the Niagara River between Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York, and is a key international border crossing. The Authority is governed by a 10 member board with an equal number of representatives from Canada and the United States. As an international compact and in accordance with its enabling legislation, the chairmanship alternates annually between Canada and the United States.
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Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority
1 Peace Bridge Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14213-2494
100 Queen Street, Fort Erie, ON L2A 3S6
905-871-1608 or 716-884-6744 Fax: 716-884-2089 or 905-871-9940