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How a team of three makes 8,000 to 10,000 street signs a year for San Antonio
By Zaria Oates, Ricardo Moreno at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
From start to finish, a single sign made by the Public Works Department’s sign-making team could take anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour. The team produces thousands of signs for the City of San Antonio each year.“We produce about 8,000 signs here with our staff a year, and then we purchase anot...
Key takeaway “We produce about 8,000 signs here with our staff a year, and then we purchase anot...
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The sign-making team's workload has significant implications for San Antonio's infrastructure and community identity. With thousands of signs produced annually, their efforts impact daily life for residents and visitors alike. The team's ability to efficiently manufacture signs, including speed limit and stop signs, is crucial for maintaining public safety. The proposal to rename César E. Chávez Boulevard to Durango Boulevard also underscores the team's role in reflecting the city's values and history. As the name change process moves forward, the Public Works Department's sign-making team will play a key part in implementing the new street name, ensuring that the city's signage accurately reflects its evolving identity. The estimated $300,000 cost of the name change highlights the significance of this decision and the resources required to update the city's infrastructure. As the process unfolds, San Antonio residents can expect to see new signs reflecting the city's updated street names.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? From start to finish, a single sign made by the Public Works Department’s sign-making team could take anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour. The team produces thousands of signs for the City of San Antonio each year.“We produce about 8,000 signs here with our staff a year, and then we purchase anot...
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