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Sandpoint commission advances planning for downtown street‑lamp banner pilot
Summary
The Sandpoint Arts, Culture & Historic Preservation Commission discussed a pilot street‑lamp banner program for downtown, identified 51 usable lamp posts on North First and Cedar, settled on an 18x30 banner size, and directed staff to research costs, installation logistics and potential sponsorship funding for a spring install.
The Sandpoint Arts, Culture & Historic Preservation Commission on Oct. 14 discussed a pilot street‑lamp banner program aimed at activating downtown visual space and showcasing local artists and nonprofits.
Commission members said they counted 51 lampposts with banner holders along North First and Cedar and proposed a standard 18‑by‑30‑inch banner to fit varying brackets. Chairwoman Ellie Soskis said the commission should begin with a single seasonal banner of work by local artists, then expand if the program proves workable.
Why it matters: supporters said the banners can provide low‑cost placemaking and a visible sponsorship opportunity for nonprofits and local businesses. Commissioners framed the program as something that could be paid for by outside donors, a downtown business…
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