I recently built the modular benchwork and there are no holes for running cords or wiring. So, I'm positioning the Dept 56 buildings and Lionel/MTH operating accessories for desired final placement and marking the holes. Next step will be to remove everything from the benchwork and drill the holes.
Overall view
Red Baron pylon (near Dept 56 Peanuts gang animated skating pond)
Nutcracker auto gateman
Rotating aircraft beacon
Gabe the Lamplighter
Crossing gates
Thanks for looking