Court blocks large Trump sign atop Amsterdam building from being lighted up

The city of Amsterdam has obtained a court order blocking the Sticker Mule CEO from illuminating its large Vote for Trump sign atop its building.

Amsterdam Mayor Michael Cinquanti said the Montgomery Supreme Court issued a temporary restraining order Friday and scheduled a hearing for Tuesday, Oct. 8.

The Sticker Mule CEO has a political action committee supporting the bid of former President Donald Trump.

Cinquanti said the PAC had come to the city code enforcement office in August with a description of what they wanted to install. They were informed that they would need a variance because of the height of the sign. Also, the city’s code states that the signs atop a business must relate to the business underneath.

Cinquanti said those variances were never obtained.

Chief among the city’s concerns is safety. The building is in a highly visible location that can be seen from the Thruway, according to the mayor.

“It’s a picture opportunity. Today, people with cell phones slowing down, pulling off the side of the road. Our biggest concern was traffic safety,“ Cinquanti said.

There is a sign lighting ceremony scheduled for Monday at 6 p.m.

Anthony Constantino, co-founder and CEO of Sticker Mule issued a statement about the controversy.

“I made a beautiful sign, designed by local artists, to bring much needed enthusiasm to Upstate, NY which is what we need to re-ignite economic growth. The sign symbolizes the return of manufacturing to America and elevates the skyline of our hometown. Whether you’re Democrat or Republican, it’s a tourist attraction that will bring economic activity to Amsterdam, NY making it a big win for everyone. Only highly partisan and short-sighted politicians would take issue with it.”