Local Government Advertising

Local Government Advertising in the Bay Area

With 154 screens across 74+ buildings from San Francisco to Silicon Valley, Vertical Impression helps Bay Area government agencies reach residents with critical public information—directly in their buildings.

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Why Bay Area Government Agencies Need Better Resident Communication

Bay Area local governments serve one of the most diverse and dynamic populations in the country. From San Francisco's dense urban core to Silicon Valley's suburban communities, agencies must communicate about public safety, transit changes (BART, Muni, Caltrain), voting, infrastructure projects, and community programs to millions of residents.

Traditional government communication channels are failing. Direct mail open rates are declining. Government websites see low traffic. Social media reaches only a fraction of residents, and younger demographics increasingly distrust institutional social accounts. In a region where residents are overwhelmed by information from tech companies, getting attention for public services is harder than ever.

Elevator advertising reaches Bay Area residents in a guaranteed-exposure environment—their own building. With 74+ buildings across the region, government agencies can deliver critical information to residents who need it, with the frequency required for message retention.

Bay Area, by the Numbers

154

Digital Screens in the Bay Area

74

Premium Buildings

104M+

Monthly Impressions

Why Elevator Ads Work for Bay Area Government Agencies

Guaranteed Resident Reach

Unlike social media algorithms or unread mailers, elevator screens deliver your message to building residents multiple times daily—ensuring critical public information actually reaches the community.

Target Specific Neighborhoods and Districts

Select buildings in specific districts for targeted outreach—voter registration drives, BART service changes, local infrastructure updates, or neighborhood-specific public safety information.

Reach Diverse, Multilingual Communities

Bay Area's diversity requires multilingual communication. Digital screens can display messages in English, Spanish, Mandarin, and other languages to reach all residents effectively.

Cost-Effective Public Awareness Campaigns

Compared to print mailers, radio, or billboard advertising, elevator screens deliver higher frequency per resident at a lower cost—stretching government communication budgets further.

How Elevator Ads Compare for Government Messaging

Metric

Elevator Ads

Bus Shelters

Social Ads

Resident Reach Rate

92% viewability, 4x daily

Inconsistent foot traffic

Algorithm-limited reach

Message Retention

High (repeated exposure)

Low (single viewing)

Low (scroll-past behavior)

Targeting Precision

Building/neighborhood level

Street-level placement

Zip code or district

Why Elevator Ads Work for Bay Area Government Agencies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can government agencies target specific districts or neighborhoods?

Yes. Building-level targeting lets agencies select properties in specific districts—perfect for localized messaging about transit changes, construction projects, or voting locations.

Can we run multilingual campaigns on elevator screens?

Absolutely. Digital screens support creative in any language. Many Bay Area agencies run parallel English, Spanish, and Mandarin creative to reach the region's diverse population.

What types of government messaging work on elevator screens?

Public safety alerts, voter registration drives, transit updates, community program promotions, census participation, and infrastructure project information all perform well.

How does procurement work for government elevator ad campaigns?

We work with government procurement processes and can provide quotes, proposals, and documentation required for public agency purchasing. Contact us to discuss your agency's process.

Ready to Reach Bay Area Residents With Public Information?

Deliver critical government messaging to residents across 74+ Bay Area buildings with guaranteed daily exposure.

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