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Minutes of Regular Counci I Meeting Page four March 31,1975 In review of McNiesh's memo of 3/21/75, re 1975 Sign and Billboard Licenses, Counci I concurred with the following actions suggested: I. If sign was licensed in prior years, give written 30 days notice of violation and charge late payment fee. . 2. If no permit or license, give written notice and 30 days for comp I i ance. 3. I f non -con form i ng signs have been prope rl y . licensed, and been granted a variance, they may remain; If no variance has been granted, they should be given the option to apply tor a variance or to change sign so it will conform. Councl I determined that the size of For Sale and For Rent signs, in Commercial and Industrial zones, not be Increased In size, as proposed. Council concurred that Squires be authorized to use a "commo~ sense" approach re the licensing of "Insignificant" signs (I.e. directional and informational signs). COMMERCIAL REVENUE BOND REQUEST - CARDIAC PACEMAKERS Mr. ueotfrey Rogers, Miller and Schroeder, Introduced Mr. Arthur W. Schwalm, Chief Executive Officer, Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc., Mr. Don Dietz - finance, Mr. Lloyd Bergquist - architect and Mr. Larry McGough _ general contractor. The site of the proposed construction was described as 10 acres in size at the northeast corner of Hamline Avenue and Cou~ty Road F; site coverage by building is to be approximately 3 acres of the 10 acres. Mr. Schwalm explained that the $3 mi Ilion bond Is for construction on the 10 acre site; also have a 5 year option, with additional 5 year option renewal, on the balance of the site (total site Is 22.4 acres). In review of the site, it was noted that accesses are proposed at Hamline Avenue and County Road F. Crichton stated that the Vi II~ge is concerned that developments not increase surface water run-off, and noted low areas on the total acreage which could be uti I ized as ponding areas. The building was described as being a 2-story structure, with I story exposed to the northwest, covering about 3 acres of the 10-acre site. Preliminary drawings of elevations and grade changes were shown, to Indicate the scope and aesthetics of the project. The bui Iding was described as employee-oriented, an "exciting image" for the City and designed for energy efficiency. A proposed construction schedule was anticipated 8S follows: Start construction Occupy Complete occupancy June I, 1975 June, 1976 mid 1977 . Maximum employmen1. in this faci Ilty was estimated at 400; anticipate maintaining both tacll itles (1140 Red Fox Road and Haml ine/County Road F). Mr. Schwalm advised that Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc. Is an "affirmative action" employer. In discussion of why they are requesting this type of financing, Mr. Schwalm said, It will provide 100% financing and interest will be lower than the commercial rate. . After review of the Resolution, Crichton moved, seconded by Wingert, that Counci l adopt Resolution No. 75-17, RESOLUTION RECITING A PRO- POSAL FOR AN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT GiVING PRELIMINARY APPROVAL TO THE PROJECT PURSUANT TO THE MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INDUSTRIAL DEVELOP- MENT ACT AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION OF NECESSARY DOCUMENTS AND MATERIALS IN CONNECTION WITH SAID PROJECT. Motion carried (Crichton, Crepeau, Feyoreisen voting In favor of the motion. Wingert abstaining). -4-