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Tamarac adopts new rules to allow and regulate electronic message center signs
Summary
The commission approved an ordinance creating a use-based regulatory framework for electronic message center signs, adding permitting rules and limited prohibitions; a resident raised concerns about potential radio interference with first-responder equipment.
The Tamarac City Commission voted 4—to—1 to adopt changes to the city's sign regulations that establish a use-based regulatory framework for electronic message center (EMC) signs and set permit rules and exemptions.
The ordinance, presented by community development staff, clarifies where EMCs will be allowed, authorizes a permitting path and lists technical and siting standards. During public comment, a resident urged the city to consider potential electromagnetic interference with two-way radios used by law enforcement and fire responders; commission and staff noted procurement and technical review should address such concerns.
City staff said equipment specifications and procurement details would include measures to avoid interference and that the permitting process would involve procurement and code compliance review.
Vote: The ordinance passed 4—to—1. Staff will incorporate technical standards and procurement review into implementation steps.
