Kiosks one element in new Oklahoma City '`way-finding' system

OKLAHOMA CITY--Oklahoma City officials have started installing a system of about 100 signs to help pedestrians and drivers navigate downtown.

In addition, a network of 27 kiosks will be installed to provide detailed visitor information. The kiosks will be installed in late summer after a series of special maps is finished, according to ChannelOklahoma.com.

City officials said the "wayfinding" system will provide simple directions to various destinations, landmarks and attractions and will complement existing street signs.

"Wayfinding replaces the typical city hodge-podge of unrelated signs with a unified system," said City Manager Jim Couch.

Oklahoma City voters approved the signs in December 2000 during a special bond issue election.