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Commissioners pick corner near commons for new town sign, plan Poolesville Day unveiling
Summary
After reviewing mockups and placement options, commissioners agreed to locate a new town information sign in the commons green space near the Fiser Avenue intersection and to coordinate an unveiling around Poolesville Day; the final location will be reported to the commissioners at their March 16 meeting.
Commissioners agreed on a preferred location for a new town information sign and discussed how to pair it with an artifact, such as an antique tractor, for the Poolesville Day celebration.
Presenters shared artist renderings and two candidate locations near the Fiser Avenue intersection adjacent to Whan Commons. They said the selected corner would maximize foot traffic and visibility for pedestrians, who are the primary intended audience for the interpretive sign. Agricultural stakeholders who attended earlier consultations reportedly favored the chosen corner.
Alan Hobbs agreed to the location when asked: "I am totally fine with that," he said during the discussion. Staff and commissioners asked that the chosen site be announced to the full commission at the March 16 meeting so commissioners are informed before installation proceeds.
Organizers said they will consult with Jim and Link and with participating farmers about whether to hold a formal dedication or a simpler placement before Poolesville Day. Staff plans to coordinate logistics — including placement adjustments, any nearby interpretive features and utility or map relocations — and to notify event organizers once the site is finalized.
What comes next: staff (Preston and others) will prepare the location for presentation to the commissioners on March 16 and will coordinate with event organizers about dedication and display details. Installation timing was described as imminent pending site coordination and survey work; no formal vote or construction authorization was recorded at this meeting.
