The DTSB Light Pole Banner Program allows area organizations to display banners on the new light poles installed along Michigan Street (Colfax Ave. to Wayne St.) and Jefferson Blvd (Michigan St. to St. Joseph). The goal of this program is to increase awareness of downtown events, activities and organizations as well as add color and excitement to the downtown streetscape.
Who’s Eligible
The banner program is open to area non-profit organizations. Eligible banners are those that match the above stated goals of the Banner Program. Banners may not advertise or promote commercial products or services, or religious, political or social viewpoints. Applicant’s name or logo may occupy no more than the lower 15% of the banner.
Application Process
- A completed banner application (Exhibit A) must be submitted to DTSB at least 45 days before the display period. The application must include a full color design of the banner artwork – front and back
- Once the application is received, DTSB staff will review the design and schedule of the banners to be displayed.
- DTSB staff will contact the applicant within two weeks of receiving the application and inform them of their decision. Banner approval is based upon adherence to program guidelines in accordance with requirements established by City of South Bend, Indiana and the Board of Public Works (BPW).
- Upon approval, a Banner Use agreement (Exhibit B) will be issued to the applicant.
- Applicant may then begin fabricating the banners. Note: Applicant is responsible for all costs associated with production of the banners.
Download the light pole banner program guide and application
