Quote Originally Posted by onebrownmouse
They wanted to bann the words hemp, cannabis and medical marijuana on signs. Ban the leaf. I never used any of that myself, however one should be able to use whatever they want. Having others give up my rights for me because they don't value their rights is disturbing in the USA.
The reason why local governments regulate signage is to protect and enhance the character of certain neighborhoods or areas, and to ensure that there are not too many signs and that they are not too large or too close together. Lots of neighborhoods, including mine, do not allow billboards, neon or other signs that we believe will detract from our neighborhood. Signage is one of those areas where we must make accommodation compromise with our neighbors and our community. That is likely going to mean no pot leaves, no billboards, no neon, and no references to marijuana on signs in many small towns. I don't have a problem with that.