The only thing worse than burning coal is burning tax money

According to TIME magazine, cities can save money and energy (and, thus, in Jacksonville's case, emit less toxic mercury into our community) by lighting public places with LEDs. LEDs use 40% electricity than the high-pressure sodium bulbs they replace and can go five or more years without upkeep, while traditional bulbs must be replaced every 18 moths. Raleigh has already taken a step in this direction, as has Times Square, stadiums, and airports. Why hasn't Jacksonville?

As TIME suggests, "If your city is still burning tax money on old lights, ask the mayor why." You can email Mayor Peyton at jpeyton@coj.net