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Minnesota Department of Transportation 1500 County Road B2 Roseville, MN 55113
Logo Sign Franchise Program
Request for Proposal April 25, 2016
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION FOR RESPONDERS Purpose
Definitions and Acronyms Scope of the Program Buyout of Existing Inventory RFP Inquiries Addendums Incurred Costs Rejection of Proposals Proposals Oral Presentations/Interviews Calendar of Events Term of Contract
SECTION 2 INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM RESPONDERS Evidence of Bid Bond/Insurance Background/Experience
Work Plan Past Experience Proposed Fees Added Value Supporting Materials Rate Proposal
SECTION 3 SELECTION AND AWARD Preliminary Evaluation
Evaluation Criteria Notification of Intent to Award Post Selection Audit
SECTION 4 SCOPE OF WORK/SPECIFICATIONS Responsibilities of the Contractor
Logo Signing Program Rules and Regulations Design Standards for Logo Signs and Sign Panels Design Standards for Life Cycle Replacement/Refurbishment of Logo Signs SECTION 5 TERMS AND CONDITIONS Termination Assignment Audit Laws and Regulations Indemnity and Insurance Surety Bond Permits, Licenses and Taxes Approvals
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EXHIBITS
EXHIBIT 1 List of Eligible Routes/Rural Interchanges
EXHIBIT 2 Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Part 2J
EXHIBIT 3 Logo Sign Panel Designs
EXHIBIT 4 Appeals Process for Logo Attraction Business Panels
EXHIBIT 5 MnDOT Structural Details
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SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION FOR RESPONDERS
A. Purpose
Under Minnesota Statutes §160.80, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) operates the Logo Sign
Franchise Program on Interstate highways and certain controlled access highways in Minnesota. The Program
provides for blue highway signs with individual logos for businesses that provide motorist services (gas, food,
lodging, camping, and 24‐hour pharmacies) and eligible attractions. MnDOT implements it by contract with a
qualified firm. The current contract expires December 31, 2016.
The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to provide interested parties with information to enable them to
prepare and submit a proposal for the continuance of the Minnesota Logo Sign Franchise Program. MnDOT intends
to use the results of this Request for Proposal (RFP) to award a 10‐year contract and seeks proposals from qualified
firms.
This Request for Proposal (RFP) is not a contract. MnDOT reserves the right to amend existing provisions or to
include provisions which are not addressed herein.
B. Definitions and Acronyms
The following definitions and acronyms are used throughout the RFP:
Attraction – a service that includes facilities which have the primary purpose of providing amusement, historical,
cultural or leisure activities to the public.
Business – a commercial establishment that provides a motorist service (gas, food, lodging, camping or 24‐hour
pharmacy) or qualifies as an eligible attraction facility.
Business logo sign panel – a separately attached sign panel to show the brand, symbol, trademark, name or
combination of these, for a business.
Commissioner – Commissioner of Transportation
Contractor – the firm awarded the Logo Sign Franchise Program
Crossroad – a marked route or other public road intersecting an eligible Interstate highway or controlled‐access
highway to which access is provided at an interchange.
Exit ramp – a connecting roadway between two intersecting roads that are grade separated.
Exit ramp logo sign – a logo sign along an exit ramp.
Franchise firm – the firm awarded the Logo Sign Franchise Program
Franchise Program or Program – Minnesota Logo Sign Franchise Program.
Interchange – a grade separated intersection with ramps to provide movement between roadways.
Logo sign – a logo sign consists of a logo sign panel and the sign structure the sign panel is attached to.
Logo sign panel – a rectangular sign panel consisting of the words gas, food, lodging, camping. attraction or 24‐hour
pharmacy, business logo sign panels and directional information.
Mainline logo sign – a logo sign located on an interstate highway or certain controlled‐access highway.
MnDOT – Minnesota Department of Transportation
Motorist service – gas, food, lodging, camping, attraction or 24‐hour pharmacy
Program – Minnesota Logo Sign Franchise Program
Responder – a firm submitting a proposal to this RFP
Rural – all Minnesota counties except the majority of the eight‐county Minneapolis/St Paul metropolitan area (see
urban).
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Seasonal business – a gas, food, lodging, camping, attraction or 24‐hour pharmacy facility that is open for business
less than 12 months per year.
State – State of Minnesota
Structure – The sign support including any footings, see Logo sign
Trailblazing signs – a sign on a local crossroad that directs motorists where to turn to reach the business.
Urban – includes the majority of the Minneapolis/St Paul metropolitan area, including the counties of Anoka,
Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott and Washington. Specific interchanges on the outer edges of the
urban areas may be determined rural by MnDOT on a case by case basis.
C. Scope of the Program
The Program consists of management, funding, maintaining the Minnesota Logo Sign Franchise Program. The
Contractor will furnish, install and maintain all logo signs relating to gas, food, lodging, camping, attractions and 24‐
hour pharmacies; market all eligible spaces for business logo sign panels to be installed on mainline and exit ramp
logo signs; and install and maintain all marketed business logo sign panels on eligible routes. All costs for
marketing, fabrication, installation, operation and maintenance of the Program as set forth in the contract, as well
as fees due to the State, will be paid from fees and revenues received by the Contractor from business leases. The
Program currently has approximately 2,294 mainline, 1,986 ramp, and 254 trailblazing business logo sign panels.
See EXHIBIT 1 for a current list of eligible routes and rural interchanges.
D. Buyout of Existing Inventory
Any new Contractor is required to buy from the current Contractor all logo signs that are in place, including any
logo signs on which no business panels are displayed. The buyout formula for signs is:
P = (N/12 x O)
P = Total buyout price
N = Remaining years of unamortized sign costs
O = Cost of structures (this should be “Cost of Logo signs” meaning that it includes the Sign Support and the
Logo sign panel)
E. RFP Inquiries
Responders who have any questions regarding this RFP must submit questions by e‐mail only to:
Ron Bisek
All questions and answers will be posted on MnDOT’s Consultant Services Web Page at
www.dot.state.mn.us/consult under the “P/T Notices” section. All prospective responders will be responsible
for checking the web page for any addendums to this RFP and any questions that have been answered. Note
that questions will be posted verbatim as submitted.
Questions regarding this RFP must be received by MnDOT no later than 2:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time on
May 16, 2016.
MnDOT anticipates posting answers to such questions no later than 2:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time on May 19,
2016.
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No other MnDOT personnel are allowed to discuss the RFP before the proposal submission deadline.
Contact regarding this RFP with any personnel not listed above may result in disqualification.
F. Addendums
Any modifications to this RFP will be made by addendum. Addendum(s) will become a part of the RFP and will be
posted on MnDOT’s Consultant Services Web Page at www.dot.state.mn.us/consult under the “P/T Notices”
section.
G. Incurred Costs
The State is not liable for any costs incurred by responders in responding to this RFP.
H. Rejection of Proposals
MnDOT reserves the right to reject any and all proposals that do not comply with the provisions in this RFP.
Proposals received after the Proposal due date and time will be rejected.
I. Proposals
The evaluation and selection of the Contractor will be based on information submitted in proposals, as outlined in
SECTION 2, INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM RESPONDERS, references and oral presentations, if held.
All materials submitted in response to this RFP will become property of MnDOT and will become public record, in
accordance with Minnesota Statutes §13.591, after the evaluation process is completed. Pursuant to the Statute,
completion of the evaluation process occurs when MnDOT has completed negotiating the contract with the
successful responder.
If a responder submits information in response to this RFP that it believes to be trade secret materials, as defined
by the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes §13.37, the responder must:
Clearly mark all trade secret materials in its proposal at the time the proposal is submitted;
Include a statement with its proposal justifying the trade secret designation for each item; and
Defend any action seeking release of the materials it believes to be trade secret, and indemnify and hold
harmless the state, its agents and employees, from any judgments or damages awarded against the state in favor
of the party requesting the materials, and any and all costs connected with that defense. This indemnification
survives MnDOT’s award of a contract. In submitting a proposal in response to this RFP, the responder agrees that
this indemnification survives as long as the trade secret materials are in possession of MnDOT. MnDOT is required
to keep all the basic documents related to its contracts, including responses to RFPs, for a minimum of seven years.
MnDOT will not consider the prices submitted by the responder to be proprietary or trade secret materials.
1) Submitting a Proposal
All proposals must be sent to:
Ron Bisek, Contract Administrator
Minnesota Department of Transportation
Office of Traffic, Safety and Technology
1500 West County Road B2, Mailstop 725
Roseville, MN 55113
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All responses must be received no later than 2:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time on May 26, 2016. Please note
that MnDOT procedures do not allow non‐MnDOT employees to have access to the elevators or the stairs.
You should plan enough time and follow these instructions for drop‐off:
Enter the MnDOT Waters Edge Building
Once you enter through the doors, the receptionist is located on your right.
Proposals are accepted at the Information Desk of Waters Edge only. The receptionist will date and
time stamp the proposal and will call the Contract Administrator to pick up the proposal.
Late responses will not be considered. Fax and e‐mail responses will not be considered. All costs incurred
in responding to this solicitation will be borne by the responder.
Responders must submit 5 hard copies of the proposal, along with one copy of the entire response in
electronic format (CD‐ROM or flash drive). The technical proposal and Rate Proposal are to be separate
files in the electronic format. Proposals are to be submitted in a sealed mailing envelope or package, clearly
marked “Proposal” on the outside.
An authorized member of the firm must sign the proposal.
2) Proposal Format and Organization
Responders must limit their proposal to 25 pages, single spaced, 8.5”x11”, with no smaller than 11 point
font. One side of a sheet is one page. Excess pages will not be reviewed and evaluated, regardless of
content. Note that, the cover page and cover letter, evidence of bid bond and rate proposal will not count
as part of the page limit.
Organize the proposal as follows:
Cover page
Introduction/Cover Letter
Evidence of Bid Bond/Insurance
Background/Experience
Work Plan
Added Value
Supporting Materials
Rate Proposal: Responder’s must provide, in a separate envelope, one copy of the proposed business lease
rate structure, clearly marked on the outside “Rate Proposal”, along with the responder’s official business
name and address.
J. Oral Presentations/Interviews
In some instances, an interview may be part of the evaluation process.
K. Calendar of Events
Date Event
April 25, 2016 Date of issue of RFP
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May 16, 2016 Last day for submitting written questions
May 26, 2016 Proposals due from responders
June 10, 2016 Approximate notification of contract award
August 1, 2016 Approximate contract start date
January 1, 2017 Date of Program transfer
December 31, 2026 Expiration of contract
L. Term of Contract
The contract will begin on or about August 1, 2016, and will terminate on December 31, 2026, unless terminated
earlier under SECTION 5, Termination. Any new franchise firm will begin operating the Program on January 1, 2017.
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SECTION 2 INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM RESPONDERS
A. Evidence of Bid Bond/Insurance
The responder must show evidence of a bid bond in the amount of $10,000. The bond must be obtained from a
company on the Department of Treasury list issued by the Federal Register July 1, 2015, “Companies Holding
Certificates of Authority as Acceptable Sureties on Federal Bonds and as Acceptable Reinsuring Companies.”
Failure to pass this requirement will eliminate the proposal from further evaluation.
A responder’s proposal must clearly note any exceptions desired to insurance requirements in SECTION 5E.4
Insurance, or the responder will be deemed to have accepted such requirements and waived any request for
exception.
B. Background/Experience
Describe the following:
1) The firm’s experience as a prime Contractor performing similar work.
2) Identify any subcontractors you intend to hire, including but not limited to sign fabrication and sign
installation.
3) Qualifications and experience of personnel to be assigned to the Program. Include resumes and a
description of the responsibilities of each key person.
4) Familiarity with relevant federal and state laws, including Minnesota Statute §160.80, and the Minnesota
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Part 2J.
5) Experience in outdoor advertising, sign manufacturing, sign installation, advertising, sales or related fields.
6) Experience with administering similar statewide signing programs. Include a list of at least 3 references.
MnDOT may contact selected references as part of the selection process.
C. Work Plan
Responders must understand the services needed to manage the Program. The Work Plan shall address the
following categories:
Work Plan: Marketing Strategy
Describe your marketing strategy. Include sales goals, number of salespeople, customer contact and
customer follow‐up, including the resolution of customer complaints. Include a mock‐up of your website
for the Program which will provide valuable information for interested businesses.
Work Plan: Sign Installation and Maintenance
Describe your process to design, manufacture, install and maintain logo signs and business panels.
Describe the schedule for replacing or refurbishing logo signs. Describe the proposed or existing location of
equipment, materials and field labor force. Describe the estimated response time of your crew and any
efficiencies in your proposed operation.
Work Plan: Minnesota Office
Describe the proposed or existing location of your firm’s office in Minnesota, including full‐time personnel
with the authority and capability to complete a business lease and to respond to business and MnDOT
requests and inquiries Monday through Friday during normal office hours.
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Work Plan: Administration
Describe your record keeping, billing and reporting systems. Describe your proposed sign inventory
management system. Include mock‐ups of typical status and inventory reports.
Work Plan: Program Objectives
Describe how the proposal meets the objectives of the Program: benefit to motorists; minimal blank signs;
financially stable Contractor; competitive rates for duration of contract; sales vigilance; satisfied customers;
fair, consistent, compliant and accurate Program.
D. Added Value
Describe any proposed tasks, services or features that will be provided in addition to the RFP provisions. Provide an
explanation of how the additional tasks, services or features will benefit the operation of the Program. Discount
fees for long term leases will be considered as added value.
E. Supporting Materials
Proposal should include examples of supporting materials that will lead to successful management of the Program
such as: site plans, as built plans, standard business lease agreement, annual compliance forms, electronic
information, etc. Provide an explanation of how the supporting materials will benefit the operation of the
Program.
F. Rate Proposal
Describe your proposed business lease rate structure. All businesses are to be charged the same rate regardless of
size, location, service, average daily traffic or other variable. Responders may propose a discount to encourage
long term leases. Submit your bid for:
One mainline sign/month
One ramp sign/month
One trailblazer sign/month
Long term lease discounts (if any)
If the proposed rates increase by 20 percent or greater MnDOT reserves the right to approve or renegotiate
proposed rate structure and/or annual payment to MnDOT.
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SECTION 3
SELECTION AND AWARD
All proposals received by the due date and time will be evaluated by a committee of MnDOT representatives.
A. Preliminary Evaluation
All proposals will first be reviewed to determine if proposal requirements are met. In the event that none of the
responders meets the requirements, MnDOT reserves the right to continue the evaluation of proposals and to
select the proposal that most closely meets the requirements of this RFP.
B. Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be scored using the following criteria:
Criteria Points
Evidence of Bid Bond/Insurance Pass/Fail
Background/Experience 40
Work Plan 35
Added Value 5
Supporting Materials 5
Rate Proposal 15
TOTAL 100
The lowest 10 year annualized lump sum total of one mainline sign, one ramp sign and one trailblazer sign will
receive the maximum allotted points for Rate Proposal. Remaining rate proposals will be rated based on a standard
formula (lowest cost / responders cost x 15).
Proposals will be evaluated on a “best value” basis with 85% qualifications and 15% rate considerations. The review
committee will not open the rate proposal until after the qualifications points are awarded.
C. Notification of Intent to Award
All responders who respond to this RFP will be notified in writing of MnDOT’s intent to award a contract.
D. Post Selection Audit
After a responder has been selected, MnDOT will conduct an audit to verify that the firm is financially capable of
buying out the old structures and financing any new structures. Failure to pass the post selection audit will
eliminate the proposal. MnDOT will select the next best qualified proposal. The buyout is estimated to be around
$2,000,000.
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SECTION 4 SCOPE OF WORK AND SPECIFICATIONS
A. Responsibilities of the Contractor
Subject to the terms and conditions in this RFP and upon a fully executed agreement, MnDOT will grant the
exclusive right to the selected Contractor to operate the Minnesota Logo Sign Franchise Program. The Contractor
will furnish, install and maintain all logo signs at eligible locations even if a given location has only one business
advertiser.
1) Laws and Regulations
The Contractor will be governed by and will comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and
regulations.
2) Minnesota Office
The Contractor will provide an office in the state of Minnesota with at least one full time employee with
the authority and capability to complete a business lease and maintain the Program. The office must be
open during normal business hours and provide a toll‐free phone number when the office is closed. When
the office is closed, a recorded message must be used to inform callers of office hours and other
information.
3) Responsible Employees
The Contractor agrees to employ individuals who are capable, responsible and experienced in the work
being performed. MnDOT may require the Contractor to remove from the Program any employee who
endangers persons or property, or whose continued employment is inconsistent with the intent of the
Program.
4) Website
The Contractor will provide a website for the Program. At a minimum it must provide general information
about the program, program lease fees and options, contact information, office hours and location, and
eligibility criteria for GAS, FOOD, LODGING, CAMPING, ATTRACTIONS and 24‐HR PHARMACY categories.
5) Interchange Eligibility
Prior to marketing a particular interchange, the Contractor will make a preliminary determination of the
eligibility of that interchange and submit that determination to MnDOT’s State Signing Engineer for
approval.
6) Permit
Prior to start of construction, the Contractor must apply to the appropriate MnDOT district office for a right
of entry permit. Each time right of entry is desired after initial written permit approval, verbal approval
from the district maintenance engineer or his representative will suffice. Notwithstanding any language in
the permit, the permit shall expire at the termination of the franchise contract.
7) Traffic Control
Traffic control must comply with Part 6 of the current edition of the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices. The entire MN MUTCD can be found
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/trafficeng/publ/mutcd/index.html.
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8) Interference Due to Highway Construction
The Contractor will advise all business lease holders that highway construction may temporarily interfere
with the location and/or visibility of logo signs. If a detour or other construction‐related activity interferes
with the location or visibility of business panels, MnDOT will not be held liable for any reduced efficacy.
The Contractor is responsible for removing, salvaging, reinstalling or replacing logo signs at no cost to
MnDOT before, during and after road construction.
9) Interference Due to Other Activities
The Contractor will advise all business lease holders that some activities or circumstances may require the
removal or relocation of logo signs. Such activities include, but are not limited to, 1) new interchanges; 2)
new traffic generators; 3) changes in regulatory, warning or guide signs. If such activities occur, MnDOT
will not be held liable for the removal or relocation of logo signs. The Contractor will refund to the business
advertisers the balance of any unearned, prepaid leases.
10) Required Submittals to MnDOT
Unless otherwise specified all submittals listed will be submitted to MnDOT’s authorized agent by the date
listed of each agreement year:
January 15
Payment to MnDOT – See SECTION 5A.13
Current Logo Sign Inventory
Year End Program Summary
Annual Income Statement
Compliance Check – Submit written documentation that the Contractor has annually verified that
all participating businesses have been reviewed and meet the minimum criteria or are substantially
eligible to qualify for the Program. Documentation must include a detailed list of businesses that
are substantially eligible and businesses that have been bumped.
Surety Bond – See SECTION 5F
Insurance Certificate(s) – See SECTION 5E
June 15
As Builts – Two (2) complete statewide copies of current as built plans for all interchanges included
in the Program. At a minimum, the two copies will identify logo sign supports as Type A or Type D,
show sign locations, sign panel size, services identified on each logo sign panel, year installed and
refurbished and/or replaced.
Other – MnDOT may require other reports from time to time.
11) Business Lease Rates
Leasing rates to businesses will be set forth in writing and made available to the public. Costs for the
business logo sign panel may not be included in such charges but may be charged for separately, OR the
business logo sign panel may be supplied by the business in accordance with MnDOT standards. The
Contractor will guarantee the advertised rates for the duration of the leases unless authorized by MnDOT.
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The Contractor may charge seasonal businesses only for the months such businesses are actually open,
except that the Contractor may require seasonal businesses to pay advertising rates for a minimum of 5
months per year.
12) Business Leases
The Contractor’s standard lease language is to be approved by MnDOT. The length of a business lease will
be 1‐5 years. Leases may be renewed automatically, but the Contractor must notify the business at least
60 days prior to expiration. The business must be allowed to renew or cancel its lease up to its anniversary
date. The business lease must include all relevant bumping and termination language. When MnDOT’s
contract with the Contractor expires or is terminated, all business leases expire.
13) Payment to MnDOT
Submit payment on or before January 15 of each contract year payable to the Commissioner of
Transportation in the amount listed below:
$150,000 per year (years 1‐5 of the contract)
$175,000 per year (year 6‐10 of the contract)
14) Maintenance of Logo Signs
The Contractor is responsible for regular sign clean‐up, including removal of graffiti, cleaning of the panels,
supply of replacement parts and all general maintenance of the sign panels and sign structures. The
Contractor will inspect panels and sign structures at reasonable intervals for any damaged or broken parts
and, at its own expense, repair or replace damaged or broken parts within a period not to exceed 7 days
after the Contractor becomes aware of the damage or breakage.
15) Life Cycle Replacement/Refurbishment
The Contractor will replace logo signs on a 12 year cycle unless otherwise approved by MnDOT’s authorized
agent. This includes all sign panel sheeting on the logo sign panels and business panels as well as any
necessary sign support replacements or modifications. SECTION 4D, Design Standards for Life Cycle
Replacement/Refurbishment of Logo Signs, contains the requirements for the replacement/refurbishment
of logo signs
B. Logo Signing Program Rules and Regulations
1) Purpose
To establish guidelines for the approval, design, erection, maintenance and funding of the logo signing
along Interstates and certain access controlled highways for gas, food, lodging, camping, attractions and
24‐hour pharmacies. Since logo signing is authorized as a public service, only those services and eligible
attractions where road users cannot conveniently reenter the mainline highway and continue in the same
direction of travel will be signed.
2) General Criteria
Logo signing provides road users with business identification and directional information for motorist
services needed in completing a trip. Those services that are deemed essential to warrant official traffic
signing are gas, food, lodging, camping, attractions and 24‐hr pharmacies. These are the only services
which may be identified on logo signs along Interstate and certain controlled access highways.
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Eligibility criteria for businesses are specified in Minnesota Statute §160.80, subdivision 1a. To be eligible
for a business panel, a business establishment will:
Be open for business;
Have a sign on site that identifies the business and is visible to motorists;
Be open to everyone, regardless of race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, creed, marital
status, sexual orientation or disability;
Meet the appropriate criteria under Specific Criteria.
3) Specific Criteria
GAS
Gas businesses will provide:
Vehicle services including gas or alternative fuels and oil;
Restroom facilities and drinking water;
Continuous, staffed operation at least 12 hours a day, 7 days a week; and
Public access to a telephone.
FOOD
Food businesses will provide:
At least 2 meals a day during normal mealtimes of breakfast, lunch and dinner;
Continuous, staffed food service operation at least 6 days a week except holidays;
Seating capacity for at least 20 people;
Restroom facilities;
State or local licensing or approval, where required; and
Public access to a telephone.
LODGING
Lodging businesses will provide:
Adequate sleeping accommodations;
Restroom facilities;
State or local licensing or approval, where required; and
Public access to a telephone.
CAMPING
Camping businesses will provide:
Sites for camping;
Parking accommodations for each campsite;
Restroom facilities and drinking water; and
State or local licensing or approval, where required.
ATTRACTION
Attraction businesses must have regional significance and will provide:
Amusement, historical, cultural or leisure activities;
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Restroom facilities and drinking water;
State or local licensing or approval, where required;
Adequate bus and vehicle parking accommodations for normal attendance;
Continuous operation/accessibility for at least 3 consecutive months ; and
Staffing and open to the public for a minimum of 40 hours per week and 6 days per week.
Attraction businesses must meet the Specific Categories and Criteria as follows:
Historic Site or District
Historic sites shall have definite historical significance as determined and approved by the MN
Historical Society and State Signing Engineer. Requests shall be forwarded to the State Signing
Engineer.
Historic District requests shall be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Requests will be
accepted from a local government agency and shall contain the following:
• A map of the district.
• Photographic evidence of street signage. Historic District boundaries must be
distinguishable through local street signage.
• Evidence that the district is providing information regarding the district in a publically
accessible location within the district such as a self‐service kiosk or welcome center.
Include the location of the kiosk, hours open to the public and copy of the information
provided to the public, such as a pamphlet.
Requests shall be forwarded to the State Signing Engineer.
Cultural Site
Sites shall be limited to include any facility for the live performing arts, exhibits, or concerts. In lieu
of hours of operation, the facility must have a seating capacity of 2,500 seats and hold at least 50
events per year.
Recreational Site
Recreational Area: Areas that include recreational activities such as: hiking, bicycling,
boating, fishing, kayaking, rafting, public golfing, skiing and off‐highway vehicle riding.
Amusement Park: A permanent area, which is open to the general public for entertainment
rides and food services.
Arenas: A stadium, sports complex, auditorium, fairgrounds, civic or convention center or
racetrack. In lieu of hours of operation, the facility must have a seating capacity of 2,500
seats and hold at least 50 events per year.
Natural Interest Area: An area of natural or scenic beauty shall be limited to a naturally
occurring area of interest to the general public, including State or National Parks, forests,
nature preserve, wilderness areas, or mountain ranges. A feature created by nature or
naturally occurring area of outstanding interest to the general public. Examples include,
but are not limited to, unusual rock formations, caves, lakes, rivers, fossil beds, waterfalls,
and similar areas.
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Educational Site
Zoo, Aquarium or Botanical Park: A non‐retail facility in which living animals, insects, fish,
or plants are kept and exhibited to the public.
Facility Tour Location: A facility such as a factory, institution, or plant which conducts daily
public tours on a regular scheduled basis during hours of operation.
Museum: A museum shall be limited to facilities open to the public in which works of
historic, artistic, or scientific value are cared for and exhibited. Requests for signing shall be
submitted to the State Signing Engineer. These requests will be forwarded to the MHS for
recommendations. The Society's recommendations shall govern MnDOT's approval or
denial of requests. A non‐profit museum is also required to be a Federal tax exempt
organization [IRC (Internal Revenue Code) 501 (c) (3)].
Qualified Attraction businesses may either be displayed on a Logo sign or a traffic generator sign on
the same roadway in the same travel direction, but not both.
Attraction facilities denied participation in the Program based on Specific Categories and Criteria
above may appeal to the External Sign Variance Committee. Requesters wishing to appeal shall be
sent a copy of EXHIBIT 4 and forwarded to the Chairperson of the External Sign Variance
Committee.
24 HR PHARMACIES
Pharmacy businesses will provide:
Continuous operations 24‐hours per day, seven days per week; and
State‐licensed pharmacist present and on duty at all times.
4) Substantially Eligible Businesses
If available logo spaces are not utilized by businesses fully meeting the corresponding GAS or FOOD services
criteria above, then substantially eligible GAS or FOOD businesses may participate in the Program.
However, a substantially eligible business is subject to bumping if a fully eligible business of the same
service chooses to participate.
Substantially eligible FOOD businesses will at a minimum provide:
At least 1 meal (food may be prepared off premise e.g. reheated, prepackaged, ready‐to‐eat food)
a day during normal mealtimes of breakfast, lunch or dinner;
Continuous, staffed operation at least 6 days a week except holidays;
Seating capacity for at least 20 people;
Restroom facilities;
State or local licensing or approval, where required; and
Public access to a telephone.
Substantially eligible GAS businesses will at a minimum provide:
Vehicle services including gas or alternative fuels and oil;
Restroom facilities and drinking water;
Continuous, staffed operation at least 12 hours a day, 6 days a week; and
Public access to a telephone.
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5) Seasonal Businesses
Seasonal businesses must meet minimum requirements during their months of operation and indicate
months of operation on the business logo sign panel.
6) Distance to Services
Urban. The maximum distance that an urban service can be located from the main traveled roadway is 3
miles for gas, food, lodging, attractions, and 24‐hour pharmacies; 10 miles for camping.
Rural. The maximum distance that a rural service can be located from the main traveled roadway is 15
miles for gas, food, lodging, attractions, and camping; 3 miles for 24‐hour pharmacies.
7) Method of Measuring Distance
The distance to a qualified business, rural or urban, is measured by vehicle distance via the most direct
route available from the center point of an interchange (the point where the center of the interstate or
controlled‐access highway intersects the center of the crossroad) to the nearest edge of the driveway of
the business. If several qualified businesses share a driveway, measurement will be to the nearest door of
each business. The measurement is based on government right‐of‐way maps or plans as to the location of
a terminus, all center points, and driveway location of a particular business.
8) Travel Distance Displayed on Logo Signs
The travel distance to a business (may be displayed in 1/2‐mile increments on exit ramp logo signs) is
measured by vehicle distance via the most direct route available from the center point of the terminus of
the exit ramp to the nearest edge of the driveway of the business. The measurement of travel distance is
based on government right‐of‐way maps or plans as to the location of a terminus, all center points, and
driveway location of a particular business.
9) Excess Number of Eligible Businesses
When all of the eligible businesses desiring logo signs cannot be accommodated in a category, the
establishments fully meeting the criteria and closest to the interchange will be given priority.
10) Multiple Service Eligibility
If a commercial establishment offers more than one motorist service or offers more than one of the same
motorist service, signing will be allowed as follows:
Each service may be signed if the minimum criteria for each service are met and additional space is
available within the category on the logo sign panel.
If additional space is not available, only the primary service may be eligible. Additional logos for
one establishment will not prevent participation by another eligible commercial establishment
whose sole service would be displaced.
11) Service Priority and Number of Signs
If sign space is limited at any given interchange and less than 4 logo signs can be accommodated then
service priority shall be given in the following order to gas, food, lodging, camping, attractions and 24‐hour
pharmacies. Therefore, if one, two or three logo signs can be accommodated and multiple services are
present at the interchange then signing shall be based on the above priority and balance of services
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represented on the logo signs. For example, if only one logo sign can be erected and three or four services
exist at the interchange then priority is first given to gas, food and lodging. Two spaces for each service
shall be displayed on the sign. If there is not a gas, food or lodging service, then another service may be
signed in its place.
12) Bumping
The intent of bumping is to provide services to the motoring public via businesses closest to the
interchange and meeting the general and specific criteria. Therefore, the closest six applicants for gas,
food, lodging, camping, attractions and 24‐hour pharmacy that fully meet the criteria will have the highest
priority and will be permitted to participate in the Program. If a qualified business of the same type of
service which is closer in driving distance to the interchange applies to the Program and the maximum
number of businesses have already been displayed at the particular interchange, the business that is
farthest driving distance from the interchange will be bumped. However, if at such time that a qualified
business applies to the Program, the farthest substantially eligible business will be bumped instead.
Bumping will occur one year from the date of written notification of the intent to bump, or upon expiration
of its business lease, whichever comes first. The Contractor may disallow bumping in the final calendar
year of the contract.
13) Removal or Relocation of Logo Signs
Since the amount of available signing space at interchanges areas is limited, the State reserves the right to
require removal or relocation of logo signs. Logo signs might need to be permanently relocated, or
removed completely and not re‐installed if spacing requirements cannot be met due to: 1) accommodate
roadway construction or maintenance 2) permanent roadway construction changes the access to the
interchange 3) a new interchange is constructed 4) or when new or additional regulatory, warning, or guide
signs are required to be installed, or as required by changes in Minnesota State Statutes.
The Contractor will refund to the businesses the balance of any prepaid leases. This provision shall be
stated in the business lease.
14) Unacceptable Locations for Logo Signs
Locations for logo signs will not be authorized at the following locations or under the following
circumstances:
At an interchange with another freeway
At an interchange where motorists cannot conveniently enter the business without making an
illegal movement or where the motorist cannot conveniently reenter the highway mainline and
continue in the same direction of travel.
At an interchange where insufficient space exists between interchanges to install at least one logo
sign.
At an interchange where insufficient ramp length exists to meet spacing requirements for required
ramp signs.
Where long sections of structure, retaining walls, and/or installation of noise wall limit the
placement of ground mounted logo signs.
Where the State determines that for safety, operational, or other explained reasons installation of
logo signs is not in the best interest of the traveling public.
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At any interchange approach other than that which most conveniently accesses the service
establishment.
Where a trailblazer sign for a business would be required off the right of way of a state highway,
unless all required approvals and permits have been obtained from the governmental agency
having jurisdiction over the roadway for the trailblazer sign.
15) Ramp and Trailblazing Signs Requirements for Installation
Ramp signs are required when 1) the business is not on the crossroad; 2) the business is not visible from
the ramp terminal (as determined by MnDOT); OR 3) the ramp divides into two or more lanes. When a
ramp sign is not required, the business shall have the option to purchase a ramp sign in addition to the
mainline sign. In those cases, priority shall be given to the least visible business.
Where turns are necessary after exiting an interchange onto the crossroad and the business is still not
visible, trailblazing signs will be required to be installed at all turns until the business is visible. The
business will not be allowed to participate in the Program until all necessary trailblazing signs have been
installed. The Contractor will seek approvals and coordinate the installation of trailblazing signs with all
appropriate road authorities.
C. Design Standards for Logo Signs and Sign Panels
Standards for logo signs will comply with all provisions as specified. Exceptions will be submitted to the MnDOT
authorized agent for evaluation and approval on a case by case basis prior to marketing.
1) Business Logo Sign Panel Designs
Business logo sign panels shall not display the symbol, name, trademark of more than one business
establishment. No business will be allowed multiple business logo sign panels within the same service
category. Nor will one business be allowed signing at multiple exits in the same direction of travel.
Materials
Substrate: Business logo sign panels shall be fabricated on sheet aluminum substrate meeting the materials
requirements of MnDOT 3352.2A1a for Sheet Aluminum Overlays.
Sign Sheeting: All sign sign sheeting materials including backgrounds, legend and border shall meet the
requirements of MnDOT 3352.2A2, Sign Sheeting Type IV.
Sign Legend: All sign legend material shall meet the requirements of MnDOT 3352.2A5 Direct Applied
Legend. Digital printing methods will not be accepted unless prior approval by MnDOT’s authorized agent
is received.
Fasteners: Fasteners to attach the business panels (type overlays) to the extruded panel shall follow
MnDOT 2564.3H3 and use 3/16 inch aluminum alloy pull through rivets conforming to MnDOT 3352.2A6.
Any materials used that exceed the above material specifications shall be approved by MnDOT’s authorized
agent. Fluorescent sign sheeting is not allowed.
Design
A business logo may consist of the business identification symbol, name, trademark or combination thereof
and be consistent on all business panels for that business (mainline, ramp and trailblazer sign panels).
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Where business identification symbols or trademarks are used alone for a business logo sign panel the
border may be omitted. A business logo that resembles a traffic control device is not allowed. If the
business logo does not specify the type of service for which it qualifies, the business panel should include
text that confirms that type of service.
Size and Shape
All business logo sign panels shall be rectangular in shape and conform to the following sizes:
Mainline – 60 x 36 inches
Ramp/Trailblazer – 30 x 18 inches
In place signs not conforming to these size and shape requirements may be replaced through attrition (life
cycle replacement/refurbishment).
Legend
A word message used on a business logo sign panel, not using a symbol or trademark, should have white
legend and border on a blue background unless approved by MnDOT’s authorized agent. The minimum
legend size is 8 inch for mainline and 4 inch for ramp and trailblazers. The use of standard highway fonts is
not required but the legend still needs to be legible to the motoring public.
Color
Business identification symbols or trademarks may be reproduced in standard highway colors while still
maintaining consistency with the general shape and color of customary use.
Supplemental Messages
The following supplemental messages may be included on a business logo sign panel:
Alternative fuels offered under the GAS category. Approved alternative fuels are DIESEL, E85, E15,
LP GAS, DIESEL‐E85, DIESEL –LP GAS;
Seasonal business’ months of operation. Months of operation will be abbreviated using the first 3
letters of the month (e.g. APR – OCT). The length of the dash will be 40% of the height of the
letters (minimum 2.5”). Likewise, spaces on either side of the dash will be 40% of the height of the
letters (minimum 2.5”);
24 hour businesses may be signed as either 24 HOURS or 24 HRS;
RV access may be signed as RV ACCESS (see RV Access requirements later in this section); and
CLOSED and day of the week such as CLOSED SUNDAY.
Additional supplemental messages will be considered and approved by MnDOT on a case by case
basis.
Supplemental messages shall be positioned at the center bottom of the business logo sign panel.
Supplemental messages are not allowed to extend beyond the edge of the business logo sign panel. Letters
shall be upper case, minimum 6 inch high, and black letters on yellow background. However, months of
operation shall be colors that complement the existing logo and provide the highest possible contrast
against the background color. A business logo sign panel shall have no more than 1 supplemental message,
but may display up to 2 alternative fuels on a single line of legend.
RV Access
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Businesses requesting RV Friendly Symbols or RV ACCESS supplemental messages shall meet the following
requirements:
• Roadway access and egress must be hard surface, free of potholes and need to be at least 12 feet
wide with a minimum swing radius of 50 feet to enter and exit the facility.
• Roadway access, egress, and parking facilities must be free of any electrical wires, tree branches, or
other obstructions up to 14 feet above the surface.
• Facilities requiring short‐term parking such as restaurants or tourist attractions are required to
have 2 or more spaces that are 12 feet wide and 65 feet long with a swing radius of 50 feet to enter
and exit the spaces.
• Fueling facilities with canopies are required to have a 14‐foot clearance, and those selling diesel
fuel are required to have pumps with non‐commercial nozzles.
• Fueling facilities must allow for pull‐through with swing radius of 50 feet.
• For campgrounds, 2 or more spaces that are 18 feet wide and 45 feet long are required.
• Businesses must also post directional signing on their sites, as needed, to those RV friendly parking
spaces and other on‐site RV friendly services, so that the motorist is given additional guidance upon
leaving the public highway and entering the business establishment’s property.
Future requests meeting the above requirements shall be identified with a supplemental message and
existing RV Friendly Symbols shall be removed through attrition (life cycle replacement/refurbishment). At
least once a year, review business eligibility. If the business fails to maintain any RV Access requirement,
the Contractor will remove the RV Friendly symbol or supplemental message from the business logo sign
panel and will not be required to refund any part of the fee. The Contractor is authorized to set a
reasonable fee to cover site visits and manufacture and installation of RV supplemental messages.
2) Logo Sign Panel Designs
Any in place logo signs not meeting the specifications contained in this RFP may be changed through
attrition (life cycle replacement/refurbishment).
Materials
Substrate: Sign panels attached to Type A sign supports shall be fabricated using extruded aluminum
conforming to the material requirements of MnDOT 3352.2A1b. Sign panels attached to Type D sign
supports shall be fabricated on sheet aluminum substrate meeting the materials requirements of MnDOT
3352.2A1a.
Sign Sheeting for Background and Legend: All sign sheeting materials for the background shall meet the
requirements of MnDOT 3352.2A2, Sign Sheeting Type IV. All white legend and border shall meet the
requirements of MnDOT 3352.2A2, Sign Sheeting Type XI and MnDOT 3352.2A5 Direct Applied Legend.
Digital printing methods will not be accepted unless prior approval by MnDOT’s authorized agent is
received.
Fasteners: Fasteners to attach sign panel overlays Type A to the extruded panel shall follow MnDOT
2564.3K3 and use 3/16 inch aluminum alloy pull through rivets conforming to MnDOT 3352.2A6.
Any materials used that exceed the above material specifications shall be approved by MnDOT’s authorized
agent. Fluorescent sign sheeting is not allowed.
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Electrical devices specifically designed to illuminate logo sign panels are not permitted.
Design
Standard sign panel designs are shown in EXHIBIT 3. Additional designs may be used but shall be approved
by MnDOT’s authorized agent prior to marketing to ensure compliance with the standards of the
MNMUTCD, Part 2J (EXHIBIT 2).
Logo Position Orientation
Business logo sign panels will be placed on mainline logo sign panels on a first come first serve basis. The
first eligible business from which an acceptable application and lease are received shall have its business
panel placed on the top of top left of the logo sign panel. Subsequent businesses will fill the panel
horizontally or vertically.
Business logo sign panels will be placed on exit ramp logo sign panels so that those businesses to the
motorists’ left have their business panels placed at the top of the panel and those to the right are at the
bottom. From left to right the business panels shall be placed in order of distance with directional arrows
and distances placed on the panel. On exit ramp logo sign panels installed at cloverleaf and directional
interchanges, the distances to the businesses with straight ahead arrows will be displayed.
Legend
Word messages used on logo sign panels shall use Standard Highway fonts and have white legend and
border on a blue background. The minimum legend sizes are shown EXHIBIT 3.
Exit Panels (EA Panels)
An exit number panel (EA panel) may be used on mainline logo signs instead of the exit number on the
signs located in advance of the interchange. EA panels will follow the sign designs shown in EXHIBIT 3 and
the MN Standard Signs and Markings Manual, sign code E1‐5P.
EA Panels shall follow MnDOT Structural Detail Sheets for Type A Signs, Type EA & EO Sign Structural
Details, found on MnDOT’s website at http://www.dot.state.mn.us/trafficeng/signing/plans.html. A copy
of the most current detail sheet is in EXHIBIT 5.
3) Location of Sign Panels
Sight Distance
Logo signs shall be erected so that they are completely visible from the right through lane for at least 800
feet.
Vertical Placement
Logo signs shall not be mounted overhead or on bridges. Logo signs on retaining walls will be allowed only
with the MnDOT’s authorized agent approval prior to marketing.
Roadside Placement
Roadside placement of Type A and Type D signs shall follow applicable MnDOT standards for mounting
height and lateral placement located on the Sign Placement detail, Page 1 of 2 found on MnDOT’s website
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at http://www.dot.state.mn.us/trafficeng/signing/doc/placementstd.pdf. A copy of the most current
detail sheets are in EXHIBIT 5.
For Type A signs, the preferred lateral offset between the edge of the through lane, not the edge of the
shoulder, and the center of the left post is 30 feet. Signs shall not be installed in narrow ditch bottoms
where they may obstruct drainage and create erosion problems. The preferred lateral placement of Type D
signs is 12 feet from the edge of shoulder or curb face to the edge of sign panel.
Longitudinal Placement and Sign Spacing
Mainline logo signs may be erected between the interchange the services are provided at and the
interchange prior, including within ramps of the previous interchange. A logo sign will not be erected
within 400 feet of any standard sign such as EXIT gore signs, confirmatory route markers, regulatory,
warning or miscellaneous supplemental guide signs, e.g. Adopt a Highway and Rideshare signs. A Logo sign
will not be erected within 800 feet of any guide sign including interchange guide signs and supplemental
guide signs. A logo sign shall not be erected within 500 feet of the location at which the entrance ramp
merges with the mainline. Logo sign spacing near permanently installed changeable messages signs will be
considered on a case by case basis only.
Exit ramp logo signs shall be located on ramps in accordance with the following:
If the ramp consists of one or two (non‐channelized) approach lanes at the ramp terminal, ramp
signs may be installed at the ramp terminal. Ramp signs to be installed on the near side (near left
or near right sides of the intersection) of the ramp terminal shall be at least 100 feet longitudinally
from any existing signing and shall not obstruct or obscure any traffic control device including but
not limited to existing signs, traffic signals or pedestrian signals. Ramp signs to be installed on the
far side of the ramp terminal (far left or far right sides of the intersection) shall not obstruct or
obscure any traffic control devices including but not limited to existing signs, traffic signals or
pedestrian signals.
If the ramp consists of two approach lanes with channelization at the ramp terminal OR more than
two approach lanes at the ramp terminal, the ramp signs shall be installed prior to the full
development of the additional lanes(s). Ramp signs will be allowed in the tapers.
Ramp signs to be installed along the ramp shall be installed at least 100 feet past the exit sign
(located in the gore) and at least 100 feet longitudinally from any other existing signing, or as
determined by the district’s traffic engineer. Any existing “Stop Ahead” or “Signal Ahead” sign(s)
located on the ramp shall be the first sign(s) past the exit sign located in the gore. The preferred
location for the “Stop Ahead” or “Signal Ahead” sign(s) is 150 feet past the exit sign located in the
gore.
Ramp signs may be placed on both the left and ride side of the ramps as long as there is 75 feet
between the signs longitudinally.
If insufficient longitudinal space exists, and the existing signing along the ramp cannot be properly
relocated to provide the required longitudinal space (as specified in the preceding paragraphs) to
install exit ramp signs, the business(es) that cannot be accommodated along the ramp will not be
allowed to be displayed on the corresponding mainline logo sign(s).
4) Sign Supports
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Logo sign panels shall not be combined on the same structure as any other type of sign.
Sign supports shall conform to MnDOT Structural Detail sheets for Type A and Type D sign supports as
shown on MnDOT’s website which can be found at
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/trafficeng/signing/plans.html. A copy of the most current detail sheets are in
EXHIBIT 5.
Each installation shall be designed for a wind load of 25 psf of panel area normal to the sign face. Type A
sign support posts shall be spaced at least 7 feet apart (not centerline to centerline). Type D sign support
posts shall be spaced at least 45 inches centerline to centerline if three or more supports are required.
Footings for Type A sign supports are to be H‐pile footings unless concrete footings are necessary. Footings
shall be constructed as detailed in MnDOT’s Structural Detail sheets for Type A signs as referenced earlier
in this section and conform to the requirements of MnDOT’s 2564.3E.
If any mainline Type D sign support is required to be removed and replaced with a Type A sign support to
accommodate additional services or businesses, the Type D sign support will be removed and a Type A sign
support will be installed at no cost to MnDOT.
D. Design Standards for Life Cycle Replacement/Refurbishment of Logo Signs
The Contractor will replace logo signs on a 12 year cycle unless otherwise approved by MnDOT’s authorized
agent. This includes all sign panel sheeting on the logo sign panels and business panels as well as any necessary
sign support replacements or modifications.
Materials
Type A logo sign panels may be refurbished by installing sign panel overlays including new background, legend
and border, and new business panel overlays on existing extruded aluminum sign panels according to the
specifications in SECTION 4C of this RFP.
Type D logo sign panels will be refurbished by replacing the entire sign panel and following the specifications in
SECTION 4C of this RFP.
Construction Requirements
At the same time the logo sign panel is being refurbished, the sign supports shall also be reviewed to meet
current specifications and the following:
Type A sign supports:
A minimum 7 foot clearance from the ground line (measured perpendicularly) to the friction fuse, AND
A minimum 7 foot clearance from the ground line (measured perpendicularly) to the closest corner of
the logo sign panel from the ground.
Sign supports shall be extended according to the MnDOT Structural Detail Sheets for Type A Signs, Post
Modifications, found on MnDOT’s website at
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/trafficeng/signing/plans.html. A copy of the most current detail sheets
are in EXHIBIT 5.
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If a Type D sign support does not meet the structural requirements specified in SECTION 4C of this RFP then the
sign support shall be removed and replaced. The new logo sign panel shall be installed on the Type D sign
structure.
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SECTION 5
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
A. Termination
1) Default
MnDOT may terminate the contract for default or breach of contract. An act of default or breach of contract
includes, but is not limited to, the following:
The franchise firm fails to perform any material obligation required under its contract with MnDOT; OR
The franchise firm dissolves or becomes insolvent; OR
The franchise firm misrepresents the state to business advertisers regarding the Program.
After an act of default or breach of contract, MnDOT will provide written notice to the franchise firm. The
franchise firm will have ten business days after such written notice to rectify or correct an act of default or
breach of contract. If the franchise firm fails to rectify or correct its default or breach of contract or fails to
advise MnDOT of how it intends to rectify or correct the act of breach within ten business days after such
notice, MnDOT may by written notice terminate the contract immediately or at such time as MnDOT
determines. A notice is considered duly served when it is delivered either at the franchise firm’s business office
to a responsible person of suitable age and discretion or by certified or registered mail to the franchise firm’s
last known business address.
2) Exceptions to Default
The franchise firm will not be in default or breach of contract if it is delayed in or prevented from performing
the terms and conditions of the contract or from remedying the default or breach of contract because of the
following:
Strike or other labor disputes; OR
Any order, directive or other interference by municipal, state, federal or other governmental official or
agency materially affecting the performance of the franchise firm under the contract; OR
Any other cause beyond the control of the franchise firm, provided, however, that if and when the
occurrence or condition which delayed or prevented the remedying of such default ceases or is
removed, it is the obligation of the franchise firm, without further delay, to commence the correction
of such default or to continue the corrections thereof.
The delay or failure of MnDOT at any time to insist upon a strict performance of any of the terms and
conditions and covenants of the contract is not a waiver of that breach or any subsequent breach or default in
the terms, conditions and covenants of the contract.
3) Ownership at Termination
If MnDOT terminates the contract with the franchise firm under SECTION 5 Termination, ownership of the
franchise rights and any rights in the logo signs constructed at the various interchanges passes to MnDOT at the
effective date of termination, and the franchise firm will be not be entitled to any compensation from MnDOT.
4) Business Panels at Termination
The franchise firm will include in all of its business leases with advertisers a provision to the effect that in case
of termination of the franchise contract with MnDOT, the unexpired portions of such leases are subject to
cancellation and refund by the franchise firm of any unearned, prepaid charges. When the Program expires or
terminates, the franchise firm, before or on the date of termination or expiration, will either remove and return
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the business panels to the respective advertisers, OR the business panels will remain attached to the logo sign
panels and become the responsibility of the third party. The Contractor will refund to the business advertisers
the balance of any unearned, prepaid leases.
5) No Financial Guarantee
MnDOT does not guarantee that the franchise firm will make a profit, nor is MnDOT responsible for any
financial obligations of the franchise firm.
B. Assignment
The franchise firm shall not sell, transfer, assign or otherwise dispose of the franchise contract or any portion
thereof, or of its right, title or interest therein, or of any of its assets without the prior written consent of MnDOT.
MnDOT’s consent will not be unreasonably withheld if the proposed successor meets all of the requirements that
were imposed by the state in the initial selection of the franchise firm. Any such attempted disposition by the
franchise firm without MnDOT’s consent is an act of default, and MnDOT may terminate the franchise contract
pursuant to the terms under Termination above.
The franchise firm may assign a security interest in rents from its business leases to its lender. MnDOT consents to
that assignment and security interest in the rents from the business leases with the understanding that the
assignment and security interest given the lender is subject to the contract and subordinate to any contractual
rights of MnDOT or the advertisers. No security interest may be given the lender in any signs and appurtenances
placed on MnDOT right‐of‐way.
C. Audit
The books, records, documents and accounting procedures and practices of the franchise firm relevant to the
contract are subject to examination by MnDOT, State or Legislative Auditors as appropriate, for six years from the
expiration or termination of the franchise contract.
D. Laws and Regulations
It is anticipated that the franchise contract will include the following provisions. However, MnDOT reserves the
right to amend such provisions.
1) Nondiscrimination
Any and all services or goods furnished by the franchise firm and its suppliers and subcontractors will be
provided pursuant to all state and federal laws and regulations, including all applicable provisions of
Minnesota Statute Chapter 363, Minnesota Human Rights Act. The franchise firm agrees to comply with
the Americans with Disabilities Act and all rules and regulations thereunder.
2) Jurisdiction
Validity, interpretation and performance of the contract is governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota.
3) Federal, State and Local Laws
The franchise firm will comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances and rules relative
to the construction and operation of the Program.
4) Data Practices Act
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To the extent that the franchise firm takes possession of, or has access to, the private, nonpublic, protected
nonpublic, or confidential data of MnDOT, the franchise firm agrees to comply with the requirements of
the Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, Government Data Practices Act. The franchise firm agrees to
indemnify, save and hold harmless MnDOT, its agents and employees, from all claims arising out of,
resulting from, or in any manner attributable to the franchise firm’s violation of any provision of the Data
Practices Act. In the event that the franchise firm subcontracts any or all the work to be performed under
the contract, the franchise firm retains responsibility under the terms of this section for such work.
5) Subcontractors
The franchise firm agrees that any and all Subcontractors and suppliers of goods and services are required
to comply with the applicable laws and regulations as herein required of the franchise firm.
E. Indemnity and Insurance
1) Hold Harmless
The franchise firm agrees to indemnify, save and hold harmless MnDOT and the State and all of the its
agents and employees from any and all claims, demands, action or causes of action of whatsoever nature
or character arising out of or by reason of the franchise firm’s obligations and responsibilities under the
contract. The franchise firm further agrees to defend at its sole cost and expense any action or proceeding
commenced for the purpose of asserting any claim of whatsoever character arising as a result of the
franchise firm’s construction, operation and/or maintenance of the Program, whether or not such action or
claim alleges negligence of MnDOT or the State, its agents or employees in supervision or approval of the
franchise firm’s activities, or failure to discover and/or prevent the franchise firm’s negligence.
2) Franchise Firm Worker’s Compensation
Any and all employees of the franchise firm and all other persons employed by the franchise firm in the
construction, operation and/or maintenance of the Program shall not be considered employees of MnDOT,
and that any and all claims that may or might arise under the Worker’s Compensation Act of the State of
Minnesota on behalf of said employees while so engaged and any and all claims made by a third party as a
consequence of any act or admission on the part of said franchise from employees while so engaged in the
construction, operation and/or maintenance of the program shall in no way be the obligation or
responsibility of MnDOT or the State.
3) MnDOT Worker’s Compensation
Any and all employees of MnDOT and all other persons employed by MnDOT in the performance of
MnDOT’s responsibilities under the franchise contract shall not be considered employees of the franchise
firm and that any and all claims, that may or might arise under the Worker’s Compensation Act of the State
of Minnesota on behalf of said MnDOT employees while so engaged and acting within the scope of their
employment shall in no way be the obligation or responsibility of the franchise firm.
4) Insurance
Insurance Certificates and Continuity of Coverage Required
The franchise firm must provide a certificate of insurance showing that they have each type of
insurance coverage and limits required herein. The certificate must be filed with MnDOT’s Authorized
Representative within 30 days of execution of the contract, and prior to commencing work under the
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contract. The franchise firm must maintain such insurance in full force and effect throughout the term
of the contract. Prior to the annual expiration date or dates of expiring policies, certified copies of
renewal, or new policies, or other acceptable evidence of insurance must be filed with MnDOT’s
Authorized Representative.
Required Insurance
Insurance policy or policies shall cover the construction, operation and maintenance of the Program.
The franchise firm will be required to maintain the furnish satisfactory evidence of the following
insurance policies:
a) Workers’ Compensation Insurance
Except as provided below, the franchise firm will be required to provide Workers’ Compensation
insurance for all its employees and, in case any work is subcontracted, will require its
subcontractor(s) to provide Workers’ Compensation insurance in accordance with the statutory
requirements of the state of Minnesota, including Coverage B, Employer’s Liability. Insurance
minimum limits are as follows:
- $100,000 – Bodily Injury by Disease per employee
- $500,000 – Bodily Injury by Disease aggregate
- $100,000 – Bodily Injury by Accident
If Minnesota Statutes §176.041 exempts the franchise firm from Workers’ Compensation insurance
requirements, or if such responder has no employees in the state of Minnesota, the franchise firm
will be required to provide a written statement, signed by an authorized representative, indicating
the qualifying exemption that excludes the franchise firm from the Minnesota Workers’
Compensation requirements. If, during the course of the contract, the franchise firm becomes
subject to the Workers’ Compensation Insurance requirements, the franchise firm then must
comply with such requirements and must provide MnDOT with a Certificate of Insurance
evidencing such coverage.
b) Commercial General Liability Insurance
The franchise firm will be required to maintain insurance protecting the franchise firm from claims
for damages for bodily injury, including sickness or disease, death and for care and loss of services
as well as from claims for property damage, including loss of use which may arise from operations
under the contract whether the operations are by the franchise firm or by a subcontractor or by
anyone directly or indirectly employed by the franchise firm pursuant to the contract. Insurance
minimum limits are as follows:
- $2,000,000 – per occurrence
- $2,000,000 – annual aggregate
- $2,000,000 – annual aggregate – Products/Completed Operations
The following coverages must be included:
- Premises and Operations Bodily Injury and Property Damage
- Personal and Advertising Injury
- Blanket Contractual Liability
- Products and Completed Operations Liability
- State of Minnesota named as an Additional Insured, to the extent permitted by law
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c) Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance
The franchise firm will be required to maintain insurance protecting the franchise firm from claims
for damages for bodily injury as well as from claims for property damage resulting from the
ownership, operation, maintenance or use of all owned, hired, and non‐owned autos which may
arise from operations under the contract, and in case any work is subcontracted the franchise firm
must require the subcontractor to provide Commercial Automobile Liability insurance. Insurance
minimum limits are as follows:
- $2,000,000 – per occurrence Combined Single limit for Bodily Injury and Property Damage
In addition, the following coverages must be included:
- Owned, Hired and Non‐owned Automobile
d) Additional Insurance Conditions
- The successful responder’s policy(ies) will be primary insurance to any other valid and
collectible insurance available to MnDOT with respect to any claim arising out of the franchise
firm performance under this contract;
- If the franchise firm receives a cancellation notice from an insurance carrier affording
coverage herein, the franchise firm agrees to notify the state of Minnesota within five
business days with a copy of the cancellation notice, unless the franchise firm’s policy(ies)
contain a provision that coverage afforded under the policy(ies) will not be cancelled without
at least 30 days advance written notice to the state of Minnesota;
- The franchise firm is responsible for payment of contract related insurance premiums and
deductibles;
- If the franchise firm is self‐insured, a Certificate of Self‐Insurance must be provided to MnDOT;
- The franchise firm’s policy(ies) must include legal defense fees in addition to its liability policy
limits;
- The franchise firm must obtain insurance policies from insurance companies having an “AM
BEST” rating of “A minus”, a Financial Size Category VII, or better, and authorized to do
business in the state of Minnesota; and
- An Umbrella or Excess Liability insurance policy may be used to supplement the franchise
firm’s policy limits to satisfy the full policy limits required by the contract.
Failure of the franchise firm to procure and maintain insurance as set forth above shall be considered a
default and cause for termination under SECTION 5, Termination.
F. Surety Bond
1) The franchise firm shall obtain an initial payment and performance bond in the amount of $1 million for the
remaining months of calendar year 2016 to ensure that it will meet the duties and obligations of the franchise
contract. Thereafter, the franchise firm shall obtain an annual payment and performance bond in the amounts
specified for the following calendar years:
2017 ‐ $1,000,000
2018 ‐ 900,000
2019 ‐ 800,000
2020 ‐ 700,000
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2021 ‐ 600,000
2022 – 2026 ‐ 500,000
2) The bond shall cover all actions required of the Contractor to satisfy the terms of the contract and to guarantee
payment of its obligations in connection with the contract. The bond shall be conditioned upon the faithful
completion of the contract and the payment of all indebtedness incurred for all labor, materials and supplies.
The Contractor will furnish MnDOT with evidence of the initial and any subsequent bonds and shall not modify
or cancel such bonds without MnDOT approval. Sixty days prior to the expiration of any bond, the Contractor
will submit to MnDOT evidence of a new or renewed bond. Bonds must be in place for the term of the
contract. Failure to obtain or maintain the required bonds will be considered default under SECTION 5,
Termination.
3) The bonds will cover, but are not limited to, the following potential losses:
Losses to the State
a) Costs incurred by the State to continue the franchise firm’s duties and obligations under the
Program in the event of default by the franchise firm pursuant to SECTION 5, Termination;
b) Reletting the contract in the event of default by the franchise firm;
c) Restoration of MnDOT right‐of‐way in the event of default by the franchise firm;
d) Maintenance of structures, logo sign panels and business panels in the event of default by the
franchise firm
e) Removal or reinstallation of structures, logo sign panels and business panels where needed in
the event of default by the franchise firm;
f) Continue fulfilling the terms of the business leases in the event of default by the franchise firm.
Losses to Creditors
Payment for any sign structures or panels where there are liens or legal proceedings threatening
their removal.
Losses to Employees of the Franchise Firm
Payment for any claims brought by employees in the event of default by the franchise firm.
Losses to Advertisers
Payment of unexpired leases to businesses under Termination, Exceptions to Default.
G. Permits, Licenses and Taxes
The franchise firm shall procure all applicable permits and licenses; pay all charges, fees and taxes; and give all
notices necessary and incidental to the due and lawful prosecution of the work. When requested, the franchise
firm shall furnish MnDOT with evidence indicating that it has complied with permit, license and tax requirements.
H. Approvals
Before the franchise contract becomes binding and effective, it shall be executed and approved by the franchise
firm, MnDOT and such state officers as the law may provide in addition to the Commissioner of Transportation.
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EXHIBIT 1 LIST OF ELIGIBLE ROUTES/RURAL INTERCHANGES
Logo signs are not allowed at the intersection of any two or more freeways. Some interchanges within
the routes listed below may be ineligible for logo signs. Additional routes may be added with prior
approval by the State Signing Engineer.
I 35 ‐ from the Iowa border to 26th Ave East in Duluth
I 35E ‐ from the south to north junctions with I35W
I 35W ‐ from the south to north junctions with I35E
I 90 ‐ from the South Dakota border to the Wisconsin border
I 94 ‐ from the North Dakota border to the Wisconsin border
I 394 ‐ from I494 to I94
I 494 ‐ from the west to east junctions with I94
I 694 ‐ from the west to east junctions with I94
TH 5 ‐ from I494 west to County Rd 4
TH 10 ‐ from TH 169 South/Main St/Green Haven Rd to I35W
TH 12 ‐ from I494 to Wayzata Blvd
TH 14 ‐ from Nicollet County Rd 41 to Blue Earth County Rd 12
TH 14 ‐ from Waseca County Rd 2 to I‐35
TH 36 ‐ from I35W to White Bear Ave
TH 52 ‐ from I90 to County Rd 12/County Rd 31 Plainview
TH 52 ‐ from County Rd 56/Concord Blvd to East 7th St
TH 61 ‐ from I494 to County Rd 19
TH 62 ‐ from I494 to 34th Ave
TH 63 ‐ from 48th St to TH 52
TH 77 ‐ from County Rd 38 to TH 62
TH 100 ‐ from I494 to I694
TH 101 ‐ from TH 10/TH 169 to 141st Ave
TH 169 ‐ from County Rd 15 to 85th Ave
TH 212 ‐ from County Rd 11 to TH 62
TH 280 ‐ from I94 to I35W
TH 610 ‐ from County Rd 81 to TH10/TH 47
The following interchanges have been determined rural interchanges:
I 35 County Rd 2 (Exit 76)
I 35 County Rd 10 (Exit 152)
I 94 MN TH 95 (Exit 258)
I ‐ Interstate Highway
TH ‐ Trunk Highway
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EXHIBIT 2 MINNESOTA MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES, PART 2J
The entire MNMUTCD can be found at
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/trafficeng/publ/mutcd/index.html
Part 2J Specific Service (Logo) Signs is attached.
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PART 2. SIGNSChapter 2J. Specific Service (Logo) Signs
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 2J. SPECIFIC SERVICE SIGNS PageSection 2J.a Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-1
2J.1 Eligibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-12J.2 Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-22J.3 Logos and Logo Sign Panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-22J.4 Number and Size of Signs and Logo Sign Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-52J.5 Size of Lettering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-62J.6 Signs at Interchanges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-62J.7 Single-Exit Interchanges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-62J.8 Double-Exit Interchanges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-72J.9 Logo Trailblazer Signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-72J.10 This section has been eliminated2J.11 This section has been eliminated
FIGURESFigure 2J-1 Examples of Logo Signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-3Figure 2J-2 Examples of Logo Sign Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-4Figure 2J-3 Examples of Supplemental Messages on Logo Sign Panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-2Figure 2J-4 Examples of RV Access Supplemental Messages on Logo Sign Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-5Figure 2J-5 Examples of Logo Trailblazer Signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2J-7
TABLESTable 2J-1 Minimum Letter and Numeral Sizes for Logo Signs According to Sign Type . . . . . . . . 2J-5
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PART 2. SIGNSChapter 2J. Specific Service (Logo) Signs
2J.a Introduction
The Minnesota Sign Franchise Program, which allows forthe installation and maintenance of Logo Signs wasestablished by Minnesota Statute 160.80 in 1984. This signfranchise program is in general conformance with theSpecific Service Signing guidelines in the Federal MUTCDfor gas, food, lodging, camping, attractions, and 24-hourpharmacies as contained in Minnesota Statute 160.80 andMnDOT’s Sign Franchise Contract.
2J.1 Eligibility
Logo signs shall be defined as guide signs that provideroad users with business identification and directionalinformation for services and for eligible attractions. Eligibleservice categories shall be limited to gas, food, lodging,camping, attractions, and 24-hour pharmacies.
The use of Logo signs should be limited to areas primarilyrural in character or to areas where adequate sign spacingcan be maintained.
Logo signs should not be installed at an interchangewhere the road user cannot conveniently reenter the freewayor expressway and continue in the same direction of travel.
Eligible service facilities shall comply with lawsconcerning the provisions of public accommodationswithout regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, or nationalorigin, and laws concerning the licensing and approval ofservice facilities.
The attraction services shall include only facilities whichhave the primary purpose of providing amusement,historical, cultural, or leisure activities to the public.
Distances to eligible 24-hour pharmacies shall not exceed3 miles in any direction of an interchange on the Federal-aidsystem.
STANDARD:STANDARD:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
SUPPORT:SUPPORT:
In order to qualify for a logo sign panel in the State ofMinnesota, services shall meet the following criteriaaccording to State Statute 160.80, subd1a:
A. To qualify for a GAS logo sign panel, a business shall:1. Provide vehicle services including gas or
alternative fuels and oil;2. Provide restroom facilities and drinking water;3. Provide continuous, staffed operation at least 12
hours per day, 7 days per week; and4. Provide public access to a telephone.
B. To qualify for a FOOD logo sign panel, a businessshall:1. Serve at least 2 meals a day during normal
mealtimes of breakfast, lunch and dinner;2. Provide a continuous, staffed food service
operation at least 6 days a week except holidays;3. Provide seating capacity for at least 20 people;4. Possess any required state or local licensing or
approval.C. To qualify for a LODGING logo sign panel, a business
shall:1. Include sleeping accommodations2. Provide public access to a telephone;3. Provide restroom facilities; and4. Possess any required state or local licensing or
approval.D. To qualify for a CAMPING logo sign panel, a business
shall:1. Include sites for camping;2. Include parking accommodations for each
campsite;3. Provide sanitary facilities and drinking water; and4. Possess any required state or local licensing or
approvalD. To qualify for an ATTRACTION logo sign panel, a
facility shall have:1. Regional significance, which have the primary
purpose of providing amusement, historical,cultural, or leisure activities to the public;
2. Provide restroom facilities and drinking water;3 Possess any required state or local licensing
approval; and4. Provide adequate bus and vehicle acommoda-
tions for normal attendance.F. To qualify for a PHARMACY logo sign panel, a
pharmacy shall be:1. Continuously operated 24 hours per day, 7 days
per week, and shall have a State-licensedpharmacist present and on duty at all times; and
2. Located within 3 miles of an interchange on theFederal-aid system.
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2J.2 Application
The number of Logo signs along an approach to aninterchange, regardless of the number of service typesdisplayed, shall be limited to a maximum of four. In thedirection of traffic, successive Logo signs shall be for 24-hour pharmacy, attraction, camping, lodging, food, and gasservices, in that order.
A Logo sign shall display the word message GAS, FOOD,LODGING, CAMPING, ATTRACTION, or 24-HOURPHARMACY an appropriate directional legend such as theword message EXIT XX, NEXT RIGHT, SECOND RIGHT,or directional arrows, and the related logo sign panels.
No more than three types of services shall be representedon any sign or sign assembly. If three types of services aredisplayed on one sign, then the logo sign panels shall belimited to two for each service type (for a total of six logosign panels). If two types of services are displayed on onesign, then the logo sign panels shall be limited to either threefor each service type (for a total of six logo sign panels) orfour for one service type and two for the other service type(for a total of six logo sign panels). The legend and logo signpanels applicable to a service type shall be displayed suchthat the road user will not associate them with anotherservice type on the same sign. No service type shall appearon more than two signs.
The signs shall have a blue background, a white border,and white legends of upper-case letters, numbers, andarrows.
Where a service type is displayed on two signs, the signsfor that service should follow one another in succession.
The Logo signs should be located to take advantage ofnatural terrain, to have the least impact on the scenicenvironment, and to avoid visual conflict with other signswithin the highway right-of-way.
General Service signs (see Sections 2I.2 and 2I.3) may beused in conjunction with Logo signs for eligible types ofservices that are not represented by a Logo sign.
Examples of Logo signs are shown in Figure 2J-1.Examples of sign locations are shown in Figure 2J-2.
STANDARD:STANDARD:
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
SUPPORT:SUPPORT:
OPTION:OPTION:
2J.3 Logos and Logo Sign Panels
A logo shall be either an identification symbol/trademarkor a word message. Each logo shall be placed on a separatelogo sign panel which shall be attached to the Logo sign.Symbols or trademarks used alone for a logo shall bereproduced in the colors and general shape consistent withcustomary use, and any integral legend shall be in propor-tionate size. A logo that resembles an official traffic controldevice shall not be used.
A word message logo, not using a symbol or trademark,should have a blue background with white legend andborder.
Section 2J.5 contains information regarding the minimumletter heights for logo sign panels.
Where business identification symbols or trademarks areused alone for a logo, the border may be omitted from thelogo sign panel.
A portion of a logo sign panel may be used to display asupplemental message horizontally along the bottom of thelogo sign panel, provided that the message displays essentialmotorist information (see Figure 2J-3).
Figure 2J-3 Examples of SupplementalMessages on Logo Sign Panels
OPTION:OPTION:
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
SUPPORT:SUPPORT:
24 H RS
QuickieFuel
CLOS ED S U N DAY
KC’sDown Home
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INTERSECTION
SINGLE-EXIT INTERCHANGE(ONE SERVICE)
SINGLE-EXIT INTERCHANGE (THREE SERVICES)
DOUBLE-EXIT INTERCHANGE
RAMP
SINGLE-EXIT INTERCHANGE(TWO SERVICES)
* See Section 2J.7 for option of displaying exit number
on a separate plaque instead of on the sign.
OR
OR
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GAS *
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GAS LO DG I N G*
GAS
LO DG I N G
GAS
GAS FOO D LO DG I N G
FOO D
LO DG I N G
GAS 2 1 1 BEX I T-
GAS 2 1 1AEX I T-GAS R I G HTN EXT-
GAS FOO D
R I G HTN EXT
GAS - EX I T 2 1 1 A
GAS - EX I T 2 1 1 B
GAS FOO D
GAS
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Note: Directional arrows and distancemay be used when appropriate
EXIT 2 1 1
EXIT 1 50
EXIT 1 50
EXIT 2 1 1
EXIT 2 1 1
Figure 2J-1 Examples of Logo Signs
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800 feetMinimum
800 feetMinimum
800 feetMinimum
800 feetMinimum
800 feetMinimum
FOOD*
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The travel distance to beshown on signs aremeasured from this point.
Travel distance forsign priority should
always be measuredfrom this point.
* Logo ramp signs (as needed)Spacing should be at least 100 feetfrom the exit gore sign, from each other,and from the ramp terminal.
LODGING*
CAMPING*
If a loop is signed, thetravel distance shownon signs should bemeasured from this point.
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CAM P I N GCAM P I N G
EXIT 44
EXIT 44
EXIT 44
EXIT 44
EXIT 44
EXIT 44
EXIT 44
EXIT 44
Figure 2J-2 Examples of Logo Sign Locations
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All supplemental messages shall be displayed within thelogo sign panel and shall have letters and numerals thatcomply with the minimum height requirements shown inTable 2J-1.
A logo sign panel should not display more than one sup-plemental message.
The supplemental message should be displayed in a colorto contrast effectively with the background of the businesssign or separated from the other legend or logo by a dividerbar.
Typical supplemental messages might include DIESEL,24 HOURS, CLOSED and the day of the week when thefacility is closed, ALTERNATIVE FUELS (see Section2I.3), and RV ACCESS.
The RV ACCESS supplemental message may be circular.
If the RV ACCESS supplemental message is circular, itshall be the abbreviation RV in black letters inside a yellowcircle with a black border and it shall be displayed within thelogo sign panel near the lower right-hand corner (see Figure2J-4).
STANDARD:STANDARD:
OPTION:OPTION:
SUPPORT:SUPPORT:
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
If the circular RV ACCESS supplemental message isused, the circle should have a diameter of 10 inches and theletters should have a height of 6 inches.
If a State or local agency elects to display the designationof businesses as providing on-premise accommodations forrecreational vehicles with the RV ACCESS supplementalmessage or the RV Access circular message, there should bea statewide policy for such designation and criteria forqualifying businesses. The criteria should include such siteconditions as access between the public roadway and thesite, on-premise geometry, and parking.
A logo sign panel shall not display the symbol/trademarkor name of more than one business.
2J.4 Number and Size of Signs and LogoSign Panels
Sign sizes should be determined by the amount and heightof legend and the number and size of logo sign panelsattached to the sign. All logo sign panels on a sign should bethe same size.
Each Logo sign or sign assembly shall be limited to nomore than six logo sign panels.
STANDARD:STANDARD:
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
Figure 2J-4 Examples of RVAccess Supplemental Messages
on Logo Sign Panels
RV ACCESS
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Service Categories
Exit Number Words
Exit Number Numerals and Letters
Action Message Words
Distance Numerals
Distance Fraction Numerals
Logo Sign Panels
Words and Numerals
(Non-Trademark/Graphic Logos)
Trademark/Graphic Logos
Supplemental Message Words
and Numerals
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Where more than six businesses of a service type are eligiblefor logo sign panels at the same interchange, additional logosign panels of that same service type may also be displayedin accordance with the provisions of the following Standard.The additional logo sign panels may be displayed either byplacing more than one service type on the same sign (seeParagraph 3 of the Standard in Section 2J.2) or by using asecond Logo sign of that service type if the additional signcan be added without exceeding the limit of four Logo signsat an interchange approach (see Guidance in Section 2J.2).
Where logo sign panels for more than six businesses of aservice type are displayed at the same interchange or inter-section approach, the following provisions shall apply:
No more than 12 logo sign panels of a service type shallbe displayed on no more than two Logo signs or signassemblies;
No more than six logo sign panels shall be displayed ona single Logo sign; and
No more than four Logo signs shall be displayed on theapproach.
Section 2J.8 contains information regarding Logo signsfor double-exit interchanges.
Each logo sign panel attached to a Logo sign shall have arectangular shape with a width longer than the height. A logosign panel on signs for freeways and expressways shall notexceed 60 inches in width and 36 inches in height. A logosign panel on signs for freeway and expressway ramps shallnot exceed 30 inches in width and 18 inches in height. Thevertical and horizontal spacing between logo sign panelsshall not exceed 8 inches and 12 inches, respectively.
Sections 2A.14, 2E.15, and 2E.16 contain informationregarding borders, interline spacing, and edge spacing.
2J.5 Size of Lettering
All Logo signs and logo sign panels shall have letter andnumeral sizes that comply with the minimum requirementsof Table 2J-1.
Any legend on a symbol/trademark should be proportion-al to the size of the symbol/trademark.
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
SUPPORT:SUPPORT:
SUPPORT:SUPPORT:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
OPTION:OPTION: 2J.6 Signs at Interchanges
The Logo signs shall be installed between the precedinginterchange and at least 800 feet in advance of the ExitDirection sign at the interchange from which the services areavailable (see Figure 2J-2).
There should be at least an 800 foot spacing between theLogo signs, except for Logo ramp signs. However, excessivespacing is not desirable. Logo ramp signs should be spacedat least 100 feet from the exit gore sign, from each other, andfrom the ramp terminal.
2J.7 Single-Exit Interchanges
At numbered single-exit interchanges, the name of theservice type followed by the exit number shall be displayedon one line above the logo sign panels. At unnumbered inter-changes, the directional legend NEXT RIGHT (LEFT) shallbe used.
At single-exit interchanges, Logo ramp signs shall beinstalled along the ramp or at the ramp terminal for facilitiesthat have logo sign panels displayed along the main roadwayif the facilities are not readily visible from the rampterminal. Directions to the service facilities shall beindicated by arrows on the ramp signs. Logo sign panels onLogo ramp signs shall be duplicates of those displayed onthe Logo signs located in advance of the interchange, butshall be reduced in size (see the third Standard of Section2J.4).
Logo ramp signs should include distances to the servicefacilities.
An exit number plaque (see Section 2E.31) may be usedinstead of the exit number on the signs located in advance ofan interchange.
STANDARD:STANDARD:
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
OPTION:OPTION:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
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2J.8 Double-Exit Interchanges
At double-exit interchanges, the Logo signs shouldconsist of two sections, one for each exit (see Figure 2J-1).
At a double-exit interchange, the top section shall displaythe logo sign panels for the first exit and the bottom sectionshall display the logo sign panels for the second exit. Atnumbered interchanges, the name of the service type and theexit number shall be displayed above the logo sign panels ineach section. At unnumbered interchanges, the wordmessage NEXT RIGHT (LEFT) and SECOND RIGHT(LEFT) shall be used in place of the exit number. Thenumber of logo sign panels on the sign (total of bothsections) or the sign assembly shall be limited to six.
At a double-exit interchange, where a service type isdisplayed on two Logo signs in accordance with theprovisions of Section 2J.4, one of the signs should displaythe logo sign panels for that service type for the businessesthat are accessible from one of the two exits and the othersign should display the logo sign panels for that service typefor the businesses that are accessible from the other exit.
At a double-exit interchange where there are four logosign panels to be displayed for one of the exits and one ortwo logo sign panels to be displayed for the other exit, thelogo sign panels may be arranged in three rows with twologo sign panels per row.
At a double-exit interchange, where a service is to besigned for only one exit, one section of the Logo sign maybe omitted, or a single exit interchange sign may be used.Signs on ramps and crossroads as described in Section 2J.7may be used at a double-exit interchange.
2J.9 Logo Trailblazer Signs
Logo trailblazer signs (see Figure 2J-5) are guide signswith one to four logo sign panels that display business iden-tification and directional information for services and foreligible attractions. Logo trailblazer signs are installed alongcrossroads for facilities that have logo sign panels displayedalong the main roadway and ramp, and that requireadditional vehicle maneuvers.
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
OPTION:OPTION:
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
SUPPORT:SUPPORT:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
Logo trailblazer signs shall be installed along crossroadswhere the route to the business requires a direction change,where it is questionable as to which roadway to follow, orwhere additional guidance is needed. Where it is not feasibleor practical to install Logo trailblazer signs to suchbusinesses, those businesses shall not be considered eligiblefor signing from the ramp and main roadway. A Logotrailblazer sign shall not be required at the point where thebusiness is visible from the roadway and its access is readilyapparent.
If used, a Logo trailblazer sign should be located amaximum of 500 feet in advance of any required turn.
The location of other traffic control devices shall takeprecedence over the location of a Logo trailblazer sign.
When used, each Logo trailblazer sign or sign assemblyshall be limited to no more than four logo sign panels. Thelogo sign panels on Logo trailblazer signs shall be duplicatesof those displayed on the Logo ramp signs.
Appropriate legends, such as directional arrows or theword message NEXT RIGHT or SECOND RIGHT, shall bedisplayed with the logo sign panel to provide properguidance. The directional legend and border shall be whiteand shall be displayed on a blue background.
Logo trailblazer signs may contain various types ofservices on a single sign or on a sign assembly.
Logo trailblazer signs may be placed farther from theedge of the road than other traffic control signs.
OPTION:OPTION:
GUIDANCE:GUIDANCE:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
STANDARD:STANDARD:
Q U I C K
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Standard logo sign panel designs are attached.
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9.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
[GAS-EXIT 175 A] E Mod;
GA S-EXIT 175 A
11.5
10
11.784.5 10 24.1 5 10
9.5
36
12.5 60 12 60
936
936
10.7
11.5
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156
12.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
[FOOD-EXIT 175 A] E Mod;
FOOD-EXIT 175 A 11
10
27.6 111.7 10 24.1 5 10
93
6
10 60 8 60 8 60
83
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10
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12
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216
12.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
LODGING-EXIT 175 A
[LODGING-EXIT 175 A] E Mod
LOGO SIGN PANEL DESIGN
EXHIBIT 3
(Mainline-Single Exit Interchange)
ONE SERVICE
156" x 72" (13' x 6')
156" x 168" (13' x 14')
216" x 120" (18' x 10')
11
10
9.8 80.9 10 45.5
93
6
12 60 12 60
836
9.8
12
10
12
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156
12.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
[GAS-NEXT RIGHT] E Mod;
GA S-NEXT RIGHT
156" x 120" (13' x 10')
2 EXHIBIT 3
TW O SERVICES
LOGO SIGN PANEL DESIGN
EXHIBIT 3
(Mainline-Single Exit Interchange)
216" x120" (18' x10')
8
11
10
55.5 31 53.52
15.8 40.49
36
60 6 60 14 60
836
21
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17.8
8
10
2120
216
12.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
GA S FOOD
[GAS] E Mod; [FOOD] E Mod
156" x 192" (13' x 16')
11
10
44.9 70.2
83
6
15 60 10 60
82
2152
91
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31.6 96.8
83
68
36
40.9
11
227.6
10
192
156
12.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
CA M PING
ATTRA CTION
[CAMPING] E Mod
[ATTRACTION] E Mod;
10
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74.2 67.6
7.5
36
10 60 8 60 8 60
7.5
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72.9 70.2
7.5
36
74.2
10
272.9
9.5
14
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216
LODGING
CA M PING
12.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
[LODGING] E Mod
[CAMPING] E Mod
216" x 144" (18' x 12')
10
10
59.8 40.4
7.5
36
15 60 10 60
7.5
2
2152
810
46.2 67.6
7.5
36
55.8
11
242.2
9.5
144
156
12.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
FOOD
LODGING
[LODGING] E Mod;
[FOOD] E Mod
156" x 144" (13' x 12')3 EXHIBIT 3
LOGO SIGN PANEL DESIGN
EXHIBIT 3
(Mainline-Single Exit Interchange)
THREE SERVICES
156" x 216" (13' x 18')
10.3
10
44.2 67.6
7.5
36
13 60 10 60
7.5
2
2152
8.4
10
42.9 70.2
7.5
36
7.5
2
2152
8.3
10
29.6 96.8
7.5
36
44.2
13
242.9
2
29.6
9.5
216
156
12.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
LODGING
CA M PING
ATTRA CTION
[LODGING] E Mod; [CAMPING] E Mod; [ATTRACTION] E Mod
11
10
20.5 31 19.52
5.858.4
5.8
2
4.561
93
6
6 60 12 60 12 60
83
6
2116
5.56
10
2120
216
9.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
[GAS] E Mod; [LODGING] D Mod; [CAMPING] D Mod;
GA S CAMPINGLODGING
216" x 120" (18' x 10')
4 EXHIBIT 3
LOGO SIGN PANEL DESIGN
EXHIBIT 3
(Mainline-Double Exit Interchange)
11
10
33.1 74.75.1
10
836
13 60 10 60
82
2152
910
11.784.5 10 24.1 6 8
836
836
33.1
13
2
11.7
10
19
2
156
12.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
[FOOD-EXIT 175 B] E Mod;
FOOD-175 A
FOOD-EXIT 175 B
[FOOD-175 A] E Mod
156" x 192" (13' x 16')
10
10
39.8 80.9 10 45.5
7.5
36
10 60 8 60 8 60
7.5
2
2212
810
28.4 103.7 10 45.5
7.5
36
10 60 8 60 8 60
39.8
10
228.4
10
9.5
144
216
12.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
[GAS-NEXT RIGHT] E Mod; [GAS-SECOND RIGHT] E Mod
GA S-NEXT RIGHT
GA S-SECOND RIGHT
216" x 144" (18' x 12')
5 EXHIBIT 3
LOGO SIGN PANEL DESIGN
EXHIBIT 3
(Mainline-EA Panels)
EA Panels for Non-Numbered Exits
EA Panels for Numbered Exits
EA panels for numbered exits will follow the E1-5P Standard Sign Design
in the Minnesota Standard Signs and Markings Manual
(http://www.dot.state.mn.us/trafficeng/signing/publications.html) and is attached.
10
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9.7 39 10 45.6 9.710
30
114
6.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
[NEXT RIGHT] E Mod;
NEXT RIGHT
114" x 30" (9.5' x 2.5')
10
10
10 62.5 10 45.5 10
10
30
138
6.0" Radius, 2.0" Border, W hite on Blue;
[SECOND RIGHT] E Mod;
SECOND RIGHT
138" x 30" (11.5' x 2.5')
6 EXHIBIT 3
LOGO SIGN PANEL DESIGN
EXHIBIT 3
Ramps
ONE SERVICE
5.3
6
22.6 32.8
41
8
6 30 6 30
2.6
8.2
10.1 11
37
6
4 6.8 12.41.52
6.9
35
.98.2
4 11
22.6
6
8.3
3.9 5
3.9
48
78
6.0" Radius, 1.3" Border, W hite on Blue;
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [½] D; [1 ½] D;
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 0{;
LODGING
½ 1 ½
[LODGING] D
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 0{;
5.3
6
13.3 15.4
418
6 30
3.7
6
8.31.52
6.9
35.9
8.2
4 11
13.3
6
8.3
5
3.9
48
42
6.0" Radius, 1.3" Border, W hite on Blue;
[GAS] D;
[1 ½] D;
GAS
1 ½
42" x 48" (3.5' x 4')78" x 48" (6.5' x 4')
78" x 78" (6.5' x 6.5')
5.3
6
29.1 19.8
41
8
6 30 6 30
2.3
8.2
10.1 11
36.7
6
4 6.8 12.41.5
2
6.9
35.6
8.2
4 11
2.2
18
2.2
8.2
24.6
6
22.4
8.2
29.1
6
8.3
3.6
4.7
3.6
78
78
6.0" Radius, 1.3" Border, W hite on Blue;
[FOOD] D; Rounded Rectangle 1.0" Radius;
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [½] D; [1 ½] D;
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 0{;
FOOD
½
½
1 ½
1 ½
7 EXHIBIT 3
LOGO SIGN PANEL DESIGN
EXHIBIT 3
Ramps
ONE SERVICE
108" x 84" (9' x 7')
66
46.3 15.4
58.2
6 11
2.8
6
8.1 6.8
16.5
18
4 30 6 30
17
8.2
4 11
2.8
6
76.41.5
2
6.9
58.2
2.8
6
418
58.2
2.8
6
58.2
2.8
6
418
58.2
2.8
6
46.3
6
6.3
6
5.5 6
84
108
9.0" Radius, 1.5" Border, W hite on Blue;
½ 1 ½
GAS
½ 1 ½
½ 1 ½
[GAS] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [½] D
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 0{; [1 ½] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [½] D
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 0{; [1 ½] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [½] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 0{; [1 ½] D
5.3
6
49.3 15.4
418
6 30 6 30 6 30
1.7
9
12.7 8.2
36
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19.4 8.2 4 19.4 8.2 4
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1.8
9
24
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21.8
9
49.3
6
12.7
3.2
4.7
78
114
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4 4
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4
4
44
[GAS] D;Arrow Custom - 9.0" 90{; [4] D;
114" x 78" (9.5' x 6.5')
8 EXHIBIT 3
LOGO SIGN PANEL DESIGN
EXHIBIT 3
Ramps
TW O SERVICES
5.3
6
12.1 15.4 10.91.2
8.7 19.8
41
8
4.830 8.4 30
2.6
8.2
8.9 11
37
6
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35.9
8.2
4 11
1.3
45
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9.9
4.87.1
3.9 5
3.9
1.2
48
78
6.0" Radius, 1.3" Border, W hite on Blue;
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Arrow Custom - 11.0" 0{;
GAS FOOD
½ 1 ½
[GAS] D; [FOOD] D
78" x 48" (6.5' x 4')
5.3
6
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10.2 19.8
41
8
6.3 30 11.4 30
2.3
8.2
13.1 11
36.7
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41.4
35
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8.2
24.6
6
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75.5
11.4
6.3
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3.6
4.7
3.6
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84
6.0" Radius, 1.3" Border, W hite on Blue;
[1] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [1] D;
[2] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [1] D;
GAS FOOD
1 1
2 1
[GAS] D; [FOOD] D
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{;
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{;
84" x 78" (7' x 6.5')
9 EXHIBIT 3
LOGO SIGN PANEL DESIGN
EXHIBIT 3
Ramps
TW O SERVICES
5.3
6
31.4 15.3 30.21.2
10.4 19.8
41
8
6.6 30 5 30 11.8 30
2.3
8.2
13.4 11
36.7
6
41.4
35
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18.5 11 41.5
25.4 11 41.5
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2.2
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6
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1.3
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11.7
6.6
13.3
3.6
4.7
3.6
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120
6.0" Radius, 1.3" Border, W hite on Blue;
GAS FOOD
1
1
1 1
1 1
[GAS] D; [FOOD] D
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [1] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [1] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [1] D
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [1] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [1] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [1] D
120" x 78" (10' x 6.5')
114" x 84" (9.5' x 7')
66
21.3 15.4 19.61.5
17.3 19.8
5.4
8.2
6.5 11
26
8.6 6.8
16
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8
4 30
17.4
8.2
11 11
26
49.2 6.8
16
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8
4 30
5.8
8.2
6.5 11
26
10 4
418
4 30 11 30
5.8
8.2
4 11
26
82.81.5
26.9
4.9
18
6.5 30
4.9
8.2
4 11
26
40.81.5
26.9
4.9
18
11 30
26
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26
45.61.5
26.9
1.5
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19.1
6.5
42.6
6.5
6.8
6.5
6.8
5.5
6.4
5.5
6.4
1.5
84
114
9.0" Radius, 1.5" Border, W hite on Blue;
[GAS] D; [FOOD] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [½] D;
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [½] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 180{; [2] D;
GAS FOOD
½ ½
2 1 ½
1 ½ 1 ½
Arrow Custom - 11.0" 0{; [1 ½] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 0{; [1 ½] D; Arrow Custom - 11.0" 0{; [1 ½] D;10 EXHIBIT 3
11 EXHIBIT 3
EXHIBIT 4 APPEALS PROCESS FOR LOGO ATTRACTION BUSINESS PANELS
MnDOT retains the authority to deny requests for signing where acceptable standards cannot be met, including locations where other supplemental guide signs are already in place. Requests denied based on Minnesota Statutes or engineering standards (i.e. insufficient space and design standards) may not be appealed. At the discretion of the District Traffic Engineer, signing requests denied based on MnDOT policy may be appealed to the External Sign Variance Committee (ESVC). The ESVC is composed of persons outside of MnDOT who meet periodically to consider various requests for signing. The group serves as a variance committee making recommendations to the Commissioner's Office on signing requests that have been denied by the district office or Minnesota Logos. They review requests to see if the denials can be substantiated to have negative effects on the requester and/or motorists. The ESVC also reviews policies and criteria on informational signing matters. The Chairperson is a MnDOT employee who serves in a non‐voting capacity to organize and schedule all functions of the ESVC. This individual serves as secretary and records decisions on sign variance requests. The chair represents the ESVC, not MnDOT, on all matters pertaining to the ESVC. If you have been denied signing by Minnesota Logos and desire to appeal, you should contact the Chairperson listed below. The procedures for this Committee are as follows: 1. A requester who has been denied signing by Minnesota Logos and is interested in appealing the decision must
submit a written request for a hearing by the ESVC. The requester should contact the chair of the ESVC directly, and will then be advised of procedures and meeting date. The ESVC hears the requester's appeal and MnDOT's presentation separately.
2. For each signing request, the recommendations made by the ESVC and the State Traffic Engineer are forwarded to
the Commissioner's Office for review. Presentations on each request are made to a special committee (Internal Sign Variance Committee) appointed by the Commissioner for final concurrence or denial. The requester and Minnesota Logos will be notified by the chair of the ESVC of the decision made by the Commissioner.
3. If the ESVC and the Commissioner approve the variance, the letter from the ESVC will notify the requester with
additional instructions. The requester will then work with the Minnesota Logos to complete the process. All costs pertaining to signing will be the responsibility of the requester.
4. If the ESVC and the Commissioner deny the variance, the requester will be unable to reapply unless there is a
significant change in the request. 5. If the requester is unable to attend the appointed ESVC meeting, they are required to notify the ESVC Chairperson at
least 48 hours prior to the meeting date. Nonattendance without prior notification will result in an automatic denial for the facility. The requester cannot present to the ESVC again unless there is a significant change in their request.
Joani K. Nilan Contact Information: Chairperson, External Sign Variance Committee [email protected] Office of Traffic, Safety & Technology Office: (651)234‐7384
1 EXHIBIT 4
EXHIBIT 5 MNDOT STRUCTURAL DETAILS
MnDOT’s structural detail sheets can be found at
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/trafficeng/signing/plans.html
Applicable detail sheets are attached.
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