Join NLC on May 27 at 2:00 PM ET for a dynamic webinar exploring how cities can shift from traditional capital expenditures (CapEx)—large, upfront investments in infrastructure—to more flexible operational expenditures (OpEx)—predictable, recurring costs that fit within standard municipal budgets.
In partnership with NGU Sports Lighting, a leader in advanced LED lighting and smart technology, this session will introduce a proven public-private partnership model that helps local governments upgrade outdated sports lighting systems without the financial risk typically associated with major infrastructure projects.
Attendees will learn how this model transforms what would typically be a risky CapEx project into a manageable OpEx solution. By reclassifying the cost of lighting upgrades from capital investment to operating expense, cities can modernize facilities more easily, improve energy efficiency, and stay ahead of the Department of Energy’s 2028 efficiency standards.
Who Should Attend:
This webinar is ideal for mayors, councilmembers, CFOs, public works officials, and city managers seeking sustainable, cost-effective infrastructure strategies that support community recreation, safety, and climate goals. Whether your community is large or small, this is an opportunity to reimagine how sports lighting can be both fiscally responsible and forward-thinking.
Speakers:
- Matt Driscoll, Former Mayor of Syracuse, NY
- Mike Lorenz, CEO, NGU Sports Lighting
- Tony Saraceni, President – Market Development, NGU Sports Lighting
Note: Registration link will take you to a non-NLC web page.