GF schools eye digital signage

The Grand Forks Planning and Zoning Commission has agreed to allow digital signage at Central and Red River High Schools.

The 8 x 10 foot signs would include space for advertisers to generate additional dollars for the schools. One reason given for the request is that unlike elementary and middle schools the high schools do not have PTO’s to fundraise.

City Planner Ryan Brooks says school signs are growing in popularity.  “This is being done at other North Dakota high schools.  This is something that’s being looked at as it helps advertise the school and provides an opportunity for folks to give some monetary assistance to schools.”

Under the proposal sponsors would be limited to only 30% of the sign.

The city council will review the recommendation tonight (Monday).