News Release

"M" on Box Springs Mountain Will Be Illuminated with Blue Lights in Recognition of World Autism Awareness Day

For immediate release: April 2, 2018

The "M" on Box Springs Mountain will be illuminated with blue lights from dusk until midnight tonight in recognition of World Autism Awareness Day, April 2, 2018.

World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) aims to put a spotlight on the hurdles that people with autism – and others living with autism – face every day. In addition to bringing awareness to the global health issue, WAAD also celebrates the unique talents of those with autism through community events around the world.

City Hall's LED lighting system on Box Springs Mountain for the 'M' is designed to enhance local events and provide a source of civic unity and pride. The default color will be white.

Lighting the ‘M’ promotes the City, its civic institutions, state and federal holidays, and other public events of community significance and times of celebration. The City may accept community requests for special lighting to recognize a specific cause or to commemorate or enhance a specific event. Non-profit and charitable organizations can request that the 'M' be illuminated in specific colors to elevate awareness of their cause. 

Priority in choosing colors for the lights will be given to promoting events that celebrate the City, its civic institutions, City-recognized holidays, public events and festivals. Requests to change the color or pattern of the 'M’s' decorative lights will be accommodated as dates are available. The City reserves the right to deny or modify requests.

For more information, to see the lighting schedule or to submit a request please visit the City's website.