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Council reviews proposed Police Department and Municipal Court sign, favors clear City of Lancaster labeling
Summary
Council members reviewed sign concepts for the Police Department/Municipal Court building, favoring clear labeling (“City of Lancaster Police Department” and “Municipal Court”), retaining brick features, and exploring an electronic banner; budget and permitting implications were flagged for follow-up.
Council considered several sign concepts for the Police Department and Municipal Court building. Presenters showed designs that incorporated existing brick columns and a city seal; council members expressed a preference for clear wording that distinguishes the City of Lancaster Police Department and the Municipal Court and for including the building address.
Discussion covered material choices (composite, wood), an optional electronic banner requiring variance and added cost, and the importance of retaining architectural features. Council members and staff noted the sign should reduce public confusion about services housed in the building and suggested including the address prominently on an elongated sign. Staff said further review will be needed for budget, permitting, and possible variance for an electronic display.
Why it matters: signage affects civic wayfinding, public perception, and can be funded from different sources; council indicated interest in proceeding but requested additional details on materials, cost, and permit/variance requirements.
Next steps: staff will refine the preferred concept, produce budget estimates and permitting guidance, and return the proposal to council for further direction.
