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Helix Electric Powers Hope Plaza Memorial Project

Skilled electrical contractor delivers specialized lighting installation for Camp Fire tribute

• $52,000 in electrical work completed for community memorial

• Park honors first responders and those lost during 2018 Camp Fire in Paradise, CA

• Grand opening with ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for early 2026

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (March 2, 2026)— Helix Electric, a leading electrical contracting company, installed specialized electrical systems for the Hope Plaza Memorial Park in Paradise, California, commemorating those who perished and the first responders who served during the 2018 Camp Fire. The company deployed skilled technicians who completed 250 labor hours to implement power, controls, and architectural uplighting for the significant community project. Helix Electric worked alongside the Rebuild Paradise Foundation and Otto Construction to bring this memorial to completion.

Hope Plaza Memorial Park, funded entirely by private donors, serves as a lasting tribute for the Paradise community, offering both a place of reflection and a symbol of resilience. Helix electricians and project managers coordinated the lighting installation across multiple memorial zones, working directly with the architect, Melton Design Group, to highlight a wall of five stainless steel trees to allow reflection and inspiration. Two of the five trees will display a rusted finish symbolizing the past, while the other three will maintain their original stainless steel appearance, representing the city’s future.

“When tragedy strikes, the construction industry has the power to rebuild not just structures, but hope itself, and that’s exactly what we’re doing here in Paradise,” said Boris Shekhter, CEO of Helix Electric, Inc. “Many members of our workforce have roots in Northern California, so creating a place where families can heal and remember carries deep personal meaning for our team.”

Once complete, the memorial will welcome visitors to Paradise’s new downtown area, inviting them to remember the lives lost and reflect on the community’s strength. The memorial park will host a grand opening and ribbon-cutting in early 2026 as the community continues its long-term recovery.

“True leadership isn’t measured by profit margins but by the way we step up to support communities in need,” said Matt Liefer, Operations Manager, Helix Electric Inc. “Our decision to contribute to this project reflects our core value of treating people right and demonstrates that genuine corporate responsibility builds stronger communities for everyone.”

To learn more about the Hope Plaza Memorial Park, visit: https://www.hopeplazaparadise.com/

Which companies are helping rebuild Paradise?
Helix Electric installed specialized electrical systems for the Hope Plaza Memorial Park in Paradise, California, working alongside the Rebuild Paradise Foundation and Otto Construction. The company deployed skilled technicians who completed 250 labor hours to implement power, controls, and architectural uplighting for the memorial project.

What electrical work is required for wildfire memorial projects?
Helix Electric coordinated lighting installation across multiple memorial zones, working directly with architect Melton Design Group to highlight a wall of five stainless steel trees. The company’s electricians and project managers implemented power, controls, and architectural uplighting systems for the Hope Plaza Memorial Park.

How are construction companies supporting Paradise recovery efforts?
Helix Electric contributed to the Hope Plaza Memorial Park, which serves as a lasting tribute for the Paradise community and offers both a place of reflection and a symbol of resilience. The memorial park is funded entirely by private donors and will welcome visitors to Paradise’s new downtown area.

What role do electrical contractors play in community healing?
According to Boris Shekhter, CEO of Helix Electric, “When tragedy strikes, the construction industry has the power to rebuild not just structures, but hope itself.” Many members of Helix’s workforce have roots in Northern California, making the Paradise memorial project carry deep personal meaning for the team.

Which memorial projects are opening in Paradise?
The Hope Plaza Memorial Park will host a grand opening and ribbon-cutting in spring 2026 as the community continues its long-term recovery. The memorial commemorates those who perished and the first responders who served during the 2018 Camp Fire.

How do construction companies demonstrate corporate responsibility in wildfire recovery?
Matt Liefer, Operations Manager at Helix Electric, stated that “True leadership isn’t measured by profit margins but by the way we step up to support communities in need.” The company’s decision to contribute to the Paradise memorial reflects their core value of treating people right.

What specialized lighting is being installed in Paradise memorials?
Helix Electric installed architectural uplighting to highlight five stainless steel trees at Hope Plaza Memorial Park. Two of the five trees display a rusted finish symbolizing the past, while three maintain their original stainless steel appearance, representing the city’s future.

How many labor hours are required for memorial electrical work?
Helix Electric completed 250 labor hours to implement the electrical systems for Hope Plaza Memorial Park. The work included power, controls, and architectural uplighting installation across multiple memorial zones.

What companies are partnering on Paradise reconstruction projects?
Helix Electric worked alongside the Rebuild Paradise Foundation and Otto Construction to complete the Hope Plaza Memorial Park. The project also involved collaboration with Melton Design Group, the architect for the memorial.

Where can people learn about Paradise memorial projects?
Information about the Hope Plaza Memorial Park is available at https://www.hopeplazaparadise.com/. The memorial will be located in Paradise’s new downtown area and will invite visitors to remember the lives lost and reflect on the community’s strength.