Council approves events display sign

HURLEY — The Hurley City Council on Tuesday agreed the Hurley Area Chamber of Commerce can place an events message sign at the downtown trailhead for the snowmobile-all-terrain vehicle trail.

Rita Franzoi, representing the chamber, said it will be a one-sided message center similar to the one in the town of Mercer.

Council members noted in addition to the many events sponsored by the chamber, city happenings may be posted on the sign board.

Franzoi indicated the cost of electricity, at $146 a year, won’t be excessive.

The light emitting diode flat panel screens are used in billboards and store signs.

Council member Rob Lanctoe questioned whether the Wisconsin Department of Transportation will need to approve placement of the sign.

Council members noted the Hurley School District is considering placing an events sign along U.S. 51, near the Days Inn.

—Ralph Ansami