Last Friday, upon seeing the new, hyperactive display on Proctors marquee for the first time at night, I had to wonder: “If this is what Schenectady’s culture mavens think is tasteful signage, what should we expect from the Casino Gang over at Mohawk Harbor?” Is this a glimpse of our gaudy, distraction-filled future as Schenectady the Casino Town?
For many images, and a video clip, of the marquee signage, and discussion of its threat to public safety and traffic conditions at State and Jay Streets, see our comprehensive posting: “Proctors accelerated marquee messages look unsafe and unlawful“, which is being released simultaneously with this post.
Speaking of Casino Town, the CEVMS “message board” on the front face of Proctors’ marquee is perhaps 50 sq. ft. of signage. So, it would take almost 400 of them to equal the 19,000 sq. ft. of signs the City Council is allowing in just the casino portion of Mohawk Harbor.
snowmen at the gates 
Thanks, Syl! It is very difficult to watch, you’re right!
Anything new? Probably stay quiet until after the license is awarded. Whatever happened with the Proctor’s signage issue? Thanks
hello, again, Wheel. Sad to say, our Zoning Office refuses to do anything about any safety issues related to the Proctor’s marquee, and my correspondence and conversation with NYS highway regulators also failed to get any action. It is hard to know what to do next. More people need to raise these issues. Thanks for your interest.