Pend Oreille PUD reminds public: No signs on utility poles

NEWPORT — Public Utility District No. 1 of Pend Oreille County reminds the public that attaching signs, posters or other materials to utility poles is both unsafe and against Washington state law.

Under RCW 70.54.090, it is unlawful to attach advertising signs, posters, vending machines or similar objects to utility poles without permission from the utility. Violations are considered a misdemeanor and can carry penalties of up to one year in jail and significant fines.