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Committee backs Lamar request to convert First Avenue billboard to electronic messaging unit
Summary
The Evansville Design Review Committee voted to recommend approval of an upgrade to an existing billboard at 315 N. First Ave to an electronic messaging unit; Lamar emphasized public-safety messaging (Amber Alerts, weather) and technology that dims at night, and a committee member recused themself from the vote due to media ties.
The Evansville Design Review Committee on Aug. 13 recommended approval for Lamar to convert a static billboard at 315 North First Avenue to an electronic messaging unit and to proceed with filing two sign-code variances.
Brian Bodkin, vice president and general manager for Lamar in Evansville, told the committee the upgrade would allow the board to display Amber Alerts, FEMA notices and weather alerts in partnership with local Channel 25. "The…
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