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EDC Minutes October 1, 2014 Page 5 of 6 Commissioner Radziej commented that setting a maximum ceiling height of 20 feet may be too restrictive. He added that in the printing industry for example, the typical minimum ceiling height for facilities ranges from 24 to 28 feet. Commissioner Huninghake noted that for many businesses, the ceiling height of a facility is a significant concern. Chair von Holtum did not want to see restrictions on maximum ceiling heights that would scare off potential users. None. B. Commission Members C. Council Liaison Council Liaison Werner indicated that the Council has asked for feedback from the Commission on placement of a 3rd Gateway sign which would be located at the northeast corner of Cleveland and County Road D. He informed that the sign would be 4.5 feet high and 7.3 feet long, would have internal lighting, and would cost approximately $10,000. Discussion ensued and the Commissioners agreed with the location of the 3d Gateway sign. Council Liaison Werner indicated that a preliminary levy for taxes payable in 2015% was set at 5% and the motion carried 3-2. D. Staff Comments None. Commissioner Radziej asked why part of the sidewalk by Walgreens, located south of County Road E on Lexington Avenue, is closed. Associate Planner Bachler stated he believed the retaining wall that is starting to fail has impacted the sidewalk. He further explained that the owner, Wellington Management, has been looking for a potential tenant for that site. Associate Planner Bachler indicated he would follow- up with Public Works Director Maurer as to whether the sidewalk and retaining wall are in the right-of-way or are on private property. Commissioner Radziej questioned whether the Fire Department was still thinking of downsizing the number of facilities they operate. Council Liaison Werner commented that they were thinking of selling Station #1, which is in Arden Hills.