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Council says $1,800 Alabama Power Foundation grant will help restore welcome signs; university partnership planned
Summary
A council member reported the city received an $1,800 Alabama Power Foundation grant to restore and relocate welcome signs; the city will meet with Jacksonville State University to develop renderings and a plan.
A council member told the Jacksonville City Council that the city was awarded $1,800 from the Alabama Power Foundation to help repair and replace several welcome signs. The council member said the city will work with Jacksonville State University to develop restoration plans and discuss moving a sign near a new fire department site.
The grant application was submitted after council concerns about overgrowth and outdated signage. The council member said the award covers a portion of replacement costs and that she will return to the council with a definitive plan and budget after meeting with university representatives and preparing renderings.
The items discussed included relocating a sign on Highway 21 North closer to the city limits to avoid interference with a new fire department site and repairing a sign on Highway 204 that was damaged during nearby development. Council discussed coordinating with Jacksonville State University because the signs are seen by both visitors and students.
No specific budget or contractor was approved during the meeting; the council member said a more detailed proposal and budget will be presented later.
