Côte Saint-Luc to sell old street signs in support of EMS

Côte Saint-Luc, October 9, 2009 – The City of Côte Saint-Luc will sell its old street signs to the public starting October 19 with all proceeds going to support Côte Saint-Luc Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

Côte Saint-Luc installed new, larger signs this summer, which replaced the old black-on-white and black-on-yellow signs. The city is selling only the black-on-white signs.

“When we announced that we were installing new street signs, many residents asked me if they could buy the old ones, as is done in many cities,” said Councillor Mike Cohen, the council member responsible for toponymy and communications. “We researched the way cities went about selling old street signs and developed a plan and pricing that I think residents will like.”

Starting Monday, October 19, the public can buy old street signs at City Hall (5801 Cavendish Blvd.) from Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. From October 19 to 23, the cost per street sign is $50. From October 26 to November 6, remaining street signs will cost $25.

“These signs are a great gift for anyone who has ever lived in Côte Saint-Luc,” Councillor Cohen said. “They are a part of the history of the city.”

Some of the black-on-white signs were rusted and so the city will not be selling these damaged ones.

A list of available street signs will be posted at CoteSaintLuc.org and at all municipal buildings. Signs are available on a first-come-first-served basis. All monies raised will benefit Côte Saint-Luc EMS, the city’s volunteer medical first responder service.

For more information: Darryl Levine, Director of Public Affairs and Communications, 514-485-8905, dlevine@cotesaintluc.org