Palm Desert Businesses To Remove Neon Signs

[Kgirl]

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Palm Desert Businesses To Remove Neon Signs

Reported by: Arti Nehru

You've probably seen the neon signs hanging in the windows of businesses in Palm Desert. But you may not see them any more.

According to the city code, neon signs are prohibited.

But business owners say taking those signs down will not only cut back business but also pose a financial hardship.

"This is how I get my business, this is how I pay my taxes, this is how I pay my utility bill and pay my employees," said David Goldman, a business owner in Palm Desert.

Goldman has until the end of August to take down his signs. He says replacing them will pose a financial hardship.

The city of Palm Desert will be having a meeting Thursday July 8th to discuss this matter further.

KPSP Local 2's Mobile Journalists Brandon Carrillo and Arti Nehru have more in this video report.

[Brian]

How F'in stupid can city elders be? What in the hell is their reasoning? This world is going to shit!

[saneon]

I would love to know the reason too. Do you know if all illuminated signs are prohibited or is neon being singled out ?

[Erik Sine]

I go there once a year, I think it's aimed at anything exposed or front kit. Most signs seem to be halo, so it's not just neon per say