Ask you City Councilmember to support Lights Out legislation

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Dear [Your Elected Official],

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

[Your City & State]

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“Hello, [COUNCIL MEMBER’S NAME]! My name is [YOUR NAME], and I strongly support legislation to reduce unnecessary nighttime lighting to benefit the health of migratory birds and all New Yorkers. I would like you to sponsor Lights Out legislation and champion the bill so it passes in 2025.

Up to a quarter of a million birds are killed in collisions with glass annually in New York City alone. Artificial light at night attracts and disorients birds, confusing them and making them more susceptible to collisions both at night and during the day. Turning off the lights saves birds, reduces energy costs, and improves human health and mental well being.

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Please help us pass Lights Out Legislation, [COUNCIL MEMBER’S NAME]. We are counting on your support.”

Summary

<h1>Lights Out for Birds!</h1> Up to a quarter million birds are killed in collisions with glass annually in NYC alone. Artificial light at night attracts and disorients birds, confusing them and making them more susceptible to collisions both at night and during the day. Turning off the lights saves birds, reduces energy costs, and improves human health and mental well being. Int. 0896, introduced last year in the New York City Council by Council Member Francisco Moya, would require privately-owned commercial and industrial buildings in NYC to turn off non-essential lights at night. The bill now needs momentum to pass.  Urge your NYC Council Member to support Lights Out Legislation for the health of birds and people!

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