Placer County has agreed to pay for the electricity costs of 38 outdoor lights in Kings Beach.

Most of the lights are located within the county’s road right-of-way and were previously funded by the North Tahoe Public Utility District.

The district approached the county earlier this year about potentially taking over the payment of electricity for some or all of the lights. The district determined that paying for lighting was outside its mission and budget. The county reviewed the location and public benefit of the lights and determined that 38 lights, based on their illumination of roadway intersections, sidewalks, and the Kings Beach Elementary School, should remain functioning for public safety.

The annual cost for the lights is estimated to be $7,500, and will be paid from the department of public works and facilities’ road fund.