Signage
The ability to notify park visitors of rules, regulations, directions, and safety hazards is important
for the public’s safety and enjoyment of park and recreation facilities. The Department formed a
Sign Team to address all sign needs and specifications. The purpose of the team is to ensure
that all parks have the appropriate signage needed, information and grammar in signs are
correct, and signs throughout the system are consistent and easy to read and interpret. The
Sign Team reviews and approves all requests for permanent signs. This process has
considerably improved the quality, consistency, and aesthetics of park signage. It has also
improved efficiency by decreasing duplication and providing “one-stop shopping” for the
requestor. The team has limited resources because of budget constraints; therefore, several
large parks, such as Fort Boise and Municipal Parks, still need signage plans and complete
signage overhaul. These, like many other challenges, are needed to address public safety
concerns and improve service and convenience for customers.