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Mayor Wilharber questioned the desired installation date of the sign. Mr. Bode stated that County Bank would like to install the footings prior to the ground freezing and prior to their anticipated opening date of February, 2001. Mayor Wilharber questioned whether Mr. March felt the Planning and Zoning Commission intended to modify the ordinance to allow larger signs and Mr. March stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission had not determined the proper modifications; however, consensus was that the current sign section of Ordinance #4 was too restrictive. Council Member Sweeney questioned the proposed sign dimensions comparative to others in Lino Lakes. Mr. Shannon, Color Sign, stated that the Amoco sign is taller and the square footage of the sign is larger than what the Bank is proposing. Mr. Bode stated that the sign is similar to signs the bank currently has installed at their branch offices in Forest Lake and Center City. Mr. Bode stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission expressed concern in regards to the proposed reader board and the possibility of visual distractions. Mr. Bode stated that the bank intents to use a color of light that is pleasing to the eye and not distracting. Mr. Bode also stated that if the City desires, "traveling messages" would not be used. Mayor Wilharber stated that County Bank's request comes at a time when the City recognizes that the sign section of Ordinance #4 is inadequate and is in the process of being amended. Mr. Wilharber stated that it was his opinion that the City needs to accommodate businesses that come to town and provide a positive approach to their signage. Mayor Wilharber felt that by approving the variance it would show good faith on behalf of the City. Mr. Bode ensured the Council that the sign would be in proportion to the building and would not look out of place. Motion by Council Member Sweeney. seconded by Council Member Travis to close the public hearing. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Wilharber closed the public hearing at 6:10 P.M. 2. Hasiak Variance Request Mr. and Mrs. Stan Hasiak, 6994 Centerville Road, appeared before Council to review their submitted variance request to enlarge the exterior and enhance the interior of an existing pole barn structure that exists on their property. The existing structure exceeds Ordinance #4's Accessory Structure requirements and is a non-conforming structure. Mr. Hasiak began constructing a "lean- to" addition to the north side of the structure and interior improvements. Paul Palzer, Building Official, issued a stop work order on the project and has requested that interior improvements be removed to allow proper inspection. Both construction improvements, interior and exterior, were started without building permits. The Planning and Zoning Commission motioned to recommend granting a variance for the interior improvements, but indicated that the work would have to be inspected and the appropriate building permits issued. The Planning and Zoning Commission denied the exterior improvements. Mayor Wilharber opened the public hearing at 6: 10 p.m. Page 2 of 14