Arkansas City Businesses Can Apply for State Signage Grant Program

ARKANSAS CITY — The Kansas Department of Commerce is offering grants to help downtown and commercial area businesses upgrade storefront signage through the SIGNS Grant Program.

The initiative helps businesses improve signage that enhances visibility, attracts customers and supports stronger, more marketable commercial districts, according to the City of Arkansas City.

"Simply put: good signs help people on foot traffic boost business and make our business areas more inviting for residents, visitors, and investors," the city said in announcing the opportunity.

The application deadline is Feb. 28.

Businesses interested in applying are encouraged to visit the Kansas Department of Commerce website to review program details and determine if they qualify for the grant.

"If your upgrade signage is on your wish list, this is a great place to start," the city said.

The SIGNS Grant Program is part of the state's efforts to revitalize commercial corridors and downtown districts across Kansas. Additional information about eligibility requirements, funding amounts and the application process is available at https://www.kansascommerce.gov/qpd/signs/.

The city shared the opportunity on its Facebook page to alert local business owners to the available funding.