1 31 The general assembly makes all of the following findings:
1 32 1. The night sky is an important part of the natural
1 33 heritage of the citizens of this state and steps should be
1 34 taken to minimize the amount of terrestrial light that shines
1 35 up into the night sky. Uplight from terrestrial light sources
2 1 is wasteful and has made it increasingly difficult for the
2 2 citizens of the state to enjoy the night sky because celestial
2 3 objects are obscured.
2 4 2. Outdoor light fixtures that produce uplight usually
2 5 also produce glare. Outdoor light fixtures that do not
2 6 produce uplight generally do not produce much glare. Glare
2 7 often hinders visibility and produces a cluttered,
2 8 unattractive nighttime environment. Glare should be kept to a
2 9 minimum. Light that leaves a fixture in or near the
2 10 horizontal plane through the lowest part of the fixture