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Council tables sign-variance request from St. John Paul II Parish after neighbors’ concerns
Summary
A request from St. John Paul II Parish to install a programmable LED sign was tabled so the church can revisit design and placement options in response to council concerns about brightness and neighbor impacts.
Kewanee — The Council on April 28 tabled a sign-variance request from St. John Paul II Parish after members raised concerns about the direction and brightness of a proposed LED sign.
The parish sought a waiver to install an illuminated sign capable of changing colors and messages at 410 W. Central Blvd. Council members questioned whether the LED lighting and the sign’s orientation could disturb nearby residents. A representative from the church said the parish would consult its committee and return with alternative designs or placement options. Councilmembers Baker and Colomer withdrew their motions to approve and Councilmember Cernovich moved to table the request; the motion to table passed 5-0.
Why this matters: The tabled request affects local land-use standards and neighborhood quality of life; the council sought additional design work to reduce potential light impacts before granting a variance.
Next steps: The parish will return with revised sign plans for future council consideration.
