Thanks to GOOGLE we know the meaning of our previous post. The lightning neon light is a sculpture that is part of the Public Art of Walnut Creek Walking Tour. That explains it!
Anne is the winner of the contest for the most creative answer, receiving 97 points!!
I am pretty sure that it is to direct the lightening straight to their building. Then, when it gets struck with the lightening, the sheer electricity gets pooled underneath the building so that they can harness it for energy. They call it "Going Green". I'm pretty sure:)