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Vermont’s Billboard Battle: Does the Route 7 Hay Wagon Sign Break State Law?

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New Haven, VT – A painted hay wagon situated along Route 7 has drawn the attention of state regulators due to potential violations of Vermont’s billboard law. This statute, stringent in nature, prohibits any signage that isn’t directly related to the site where it’s situated, barring exceptions for specific on-premise signs. The hay wagon in question, belonging to Peter Briggs of New Haven, is painted with advertisements promoting his agricultural business, a joining garden center, and unrelated business ventures. This includes a display for a business located in Bristol, about 10 miles from where the … Read more

Judge Orders San Jose to Rescind Billboard Agreement, Citing Rule Violation

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San Jose, California – A judge has ruled in favor of Outfront Media, a billboard conglomerate, in its lawsuit against the city of San Jose. The lawsuit alleged that the city violated its own rules by not following the proper bidding process for the construction of two digital billboards near the San Jose Mineta International Airport. Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge Thomas E. Kuhnle ordered San Jose to rescind its agreement with Clear Channel and comply within 150 days. The city is also required to pay Outfront Media’s legal fees. According to court documents, … Read more