During the meeting, the representative for the VFW Post expressed the need for the new sign, stating its benefits for advertisement and better location identification for those unfamiliar with the area. The new sign will allow for more dynamic communication of the post’s activities, such as weddings, sweet 16s, and fundraisers. The applicant assured the board that the LED sign would comply with all necessary regulations and would not be a distraction to drivers. There were discussions about message duration, with the board suggesting that the sign follow standards similar to those of the Department of Transportation for billboards, which typically require a message to remain static for at least eight seconds to avoid driver distraction.

The applicant’s sign company representative, Christine Gandy, provided technical details about the sign’s design, operation, and maintenance. She mentioned that the sign’s messages could be programmed via a computer and that she would be responsible for training the VFW members to use it. Moreover, she assured that the company could manage any technical issues, given its proximity to the post.

The board exhibited a cooperative stance, with no conditions added to the approval and a clear interest in facilitating the VFW’s efforts. Additionally, it was confirmed during the meeting that the VFW would not be charged permit fees for the sign.