The Great Detroit Sign Caper: A Monumental Mystery (Mostly About Money)
Ah, the Detroit sign. Towering over I-94, a beacon of... well, Detroit. It's become a landmark, a selfie magnet, and a source of endless debate. But one question burns brighter than the sign's LED lights: how much did that thing cost?
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Breaking the Bank (Maybe Not)
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Prepare yourselves for some sticker shock (or maybe not, depending on your definition of "sticker shock"). The grand total for this ode to the Motor City? A cool $425,434. Yes, you read that right. For that price, you could get a decent house in Detroit (though maybe not with a view of the sign itself).
But Wait, There's More! A Breakdown of the Bill
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Now, let's not be dramatic. Detroit wasn't exactly throwing cash at a giant Jenga game. Here's where your tax dollars went:
- The Big Ticket Item: The D-E-T-R-O-I-T Letters: These bad boys cost a hefty $269,275. Let's hope they were forged in the fires of Mount Motown itself, because that's some serious letter money.
- The Welcome Wagon Bunch: The city also scattered five smaller "Welcome to Detroit" signs around town. These budget-friendly fellas came in at a combined $135,900.
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So, Was it Worth It?
Ah, the million dollar question (well, technically, the 425,000 dollar question). The jury's still out. Some folks think it's a tacky knock-off of the Hollywood sign. Others see it as a symbol of Detroit's resurgence. Hey, at least it's not a giant Robocop statue, right?
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How To FAQs:
How to appreciate the Detroit sign? Easy! Stand on the side of the road (safely, of course) and crank up some Marvin Gaye.How to avoid getting into arguments about the sign's cost? Simple: Strategically placed earplugs.How to take a selfie with the sign? Just remember, good lighting is key (especially at night).How to build your own giant sign at home? We wouldn't recommend it, but hey, it's your money (and your backyard).How to move to Detroit and become best friends with the sign? That's a tall order, but we believe in you!
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