(A) The city has the authority to regulate municipal planning and zoning within the corporate limits of the city, or within one mile contiguous thereto, as provided in the municipal code and the statutes of the State of Nebraska.
(B) The city is desirous of placing signs within its territorial jurisdiction which will be erected pursuant to and in accordance with direction or authorization contained in federal, state and local law for the purpose of carrying out its official duties or responsibilities.
(C) The city will own said signs and shall be responsible for the erection and maintenance of said signs.
(D) The signs will be erected for the betterment of the community and to enhance the operation of government with the city and said signs will further provide for community pride and support, which in turn will enhance the city’s services, health, welfare, parks, culture, recreation and safety. The signs shall be erected for the purpose of carrying out these duties and responsibilities.
(E) The locations of said signs shall not endanger the health, safety or welfare of the traveling public or shall they obstruct the view of oncoming traffic or any traffic control devices.
(F) Said signs shall conform to the lighting criteria of federal and state law and the applicable regulations thereto.
(Ord. 2001-01, passed 5-8-2001)