Norman City Council approved additions to the Dr Pepper “Fansville” water tower, including lighting and a park, and discussed two ordinances that would prohibit camping on city property during its special meeting Tuesday night.
Dr Pepper “Fansville” water tower
The news: Council approved a contract for light fixtures surrounding the Dr Pepper “Fansville” water tower in a split vote. Under the contract, the city will pay $150,173 for lighting installation services.
The lighting system will consist of ten white LED lights installed on the catwalk surrounding the water tower tank. Four lights will also be installed at the base of the tower to illuminate the underside of the structure. The contract was awarded to AMR Industrial Coatings, Inc., a Texas-based company.
Council also approved a resolution appropriating $50,000 of city funds for landscaping at the base of the water tower. According to Director of Parks and Recreation Jason Olsen, the landscaping is part of a broader effort to establish a “pocket park,” which will include murals and walking paths at the base of the tower…