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• Dynamic Display: Any characteristics of a sign that appear to have movement or that appear to change, however frequently, caused by any method other than physically removing and replacing the sign or its components, whether the apparent movement or change is in the display, the sign structure itself, or any other component of the sign. This includes, but is not limited to, a sign display that incorporates a technology or method allowing the image on the sign face to change without having to physically or mechanically replace the sign face or its components. This also includes, but is not limited to, any rotating, revolving, moving, flashing, blinking, or animated display, and any display that incorporates rotating panels, LED lights manipulated through digital input, "digital ink," or any other method or technology that allows the sign face to present a series of images or displays. Flag: Anv cloth, flexible plastic, or fabric containing distinctive colors, patterns. or symbols, used as a symbol of a government, political subdivision, or other entity, that is attached along one side to one pole or attached to a rope on one pole that allows for raising and lowering the flag. Flashing Sign: An illuminated sign on which such illumination is not kept constant in intensity or color at all times, when such sign is in use. See Section VI General Regulations. Ground Sign: Anv permanent, freestanding sign supported by or upon standards, poles, • beams or other supports or foundation directly affixed to the ground. • Identification or Nameplate Sign: A sign which bears the name or address or both of the business or the occupant of the building on which it is located. Illuminated Sign: A sign which has artificial light source directed upon it or which has an interior light source. See Section VI General Regulations. Institutional Sign: A permanent sign or bulletin board which identifies the name and other characteristics of a public or private institution on the site where the sign is located. Marquee and Canopy Signs: Any message or identification which is permanently affixed to a projection or extension of a building or structure, erected in such a manner as to provide shelter or cover over the approach to any entrance of a store, building or place of public assembly. Motion Sign: A sign which revolves, rotates or moves. Noncommercial Speech: Dissemination of messages not classified as Commercial Speech which include, but are not limited to, messages concerning political, religious. social, ideological, public service and informational topics. Ordinance 04-08, Sign Ordinance page 4 of 29