What do you think of commercial
signage in Saugeen Shores?
Excellent overall
Good above average
Poor, not representative of the
community
Results
Excellent overall
8.69%
Good above average
26.09%
Poor, not representative of the community
65.22%
100.00%
Here are some of the comments, but not all.
Most people just vote and don't comment.
The signs on H'way 21 south of Southampton are a
disgusting eyesore, both in terms of quality and quantity.
Stores should use heritage photos, lighthouses,
manufacturing, fishing etc, instead of unrelated posters. A
case in point sunburned people in the windows of the new Rexall.
Not enough enforcement. Sandwich signs on
municipal property are the worst. Too many ignoring existing
law.
Although it is improving, I hope the community has
an overall plan for the look of the main street.
The bylaw aims to eradicate perpendicular signs, so
you can only see a business from across the road. It would be
nice for people to see signs from a distance. RIP downtown
Port Elgin
Set standards are the way to go. I like the
Casual Corners block, but please get rid of the merchandise on the
sidewalk.
Saugeen Shores is not at all user friendly to new
residents or visitors. Also, present signage is way too small.
It does not show the distinctive characteristics of
each town.
Signage on highway 21 approaching Southampton from
Port Elgin --- too many, looks junky.... a poor approach to the
town.
Too many signs along H'way 21 in Southampton makes
the the town look tacky and commercialized instead of clean and
inviting. Remove all signs from road allowances.
Signs should meet established quality, theme and
aesthetic standards or be replaced.
The new neon sign at the Blind Badger looks horrible
and clashes with the unique historical look of the area. It's
not Las Vegas
Council members involved with a business should not
be making bylaws involving signs.
There are a number of examples of quality signage
across the municipality. Many businesses have recently made
improvements, but a number of tired signs remain and are due for
upgrade
The present signage reflects the diverse differences
between Port Elgin and Southampton.... LEAVE IT ALONE
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