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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2000
6:30 p.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER
1. Roll Call
II. PUBLIC HEARING (S)
III. APPEARANCES
IV. OLD BUSINESS
I. Ordinance #4 (Please bring your last version received)
V. NEW BUSINESS
VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS
VII. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
I. July II, 2000 meeting minutes
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
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5. Personal watercraft
6. Personal Utility Trailer
7. Ice House
8. Small construction equipment
None of the above mentioned items may have an overall length from front
to back in excess of thirty-five feet (35').
D. Clothes lines, antennae, air conditioners, outdoor grills, play
equipment, ornaments and monuments; and
E. Temporary storage of materials and equipment during construction
and landscaping.
Commercial/Industrial Districts:
Storage of products, materials and equipment, excluding rubbish or junk, which ;s
necessary to an approved business operation in a Commercial or Industrial District, and
which is completely screened from adjoining properties and rights-of-way. The Site Plan
Review process is required to determine the appropriateness for storage permitted in this
Section, surfacing required for the storage area and the screening required. Outside
display of vehicles, equipment and merchandise for direct sale to consumers when such
outside display is customary and necessary to the trade and is a permitted use within the
zoning district. The Site Plan Review process is required to determine the appropriateness
of the storage or display proposed, surfacing required for the display area and any
additional landscaping or screening which may be required.
Division 140: Surface Water Manaaement
Stormwater shall be managed in accordance with the City's Surface Water Management
Plan, National Urban Runoff Program (NURP) standards for the design of new stormwater
ponds and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's, Urban Best Management Practices,
titled "Protecting Water Qualitv in Urban Areas". These standard shall be applied to the
review of any proposed development occurring to reduce non-point source pollutant
loadings in stormwater runoff.
Existing natural drainageways , natural water storage or retention areas, and vegetated soil
surfaces should be used to the greatest extent possible to store, filter and retain stormwater
runoff before discharge occurs into any public waters. When natural features and
vegetation are not available to handle stormwater runoff, constructed facilities such as
diversions, settling basins, skimming devices, dikes, and manmade waterways and ponds
may be used. Preference shall be given to designs using surface drainage, vegetation, and
infiltration rather than buried pipes and manmade materials and facilities. Development
should be planned .and conducted in a manner that will minimize the extent of disturbed
areas, runoff velocities, erosion potential, and reduce and delay runoff volumes.
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COLOR SIGN SERVICE MIDWEST, INC.
DATE: 7/27/00
NAME: Jim Marsh
REGARDING: Sign Ordinance Information as requested
COLOR SIGN SERVICE MIDWEST, INe.
P.O. BOX #124
11096 61ST STREET NE.
ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA 55301
PHONE (612)497-1374
FAX (612)497-1375
Dear Jim,
Attached is the information that you requested along with a copy of the Forest Lake
ordinance (hard to understand and interpret). I have photo surveyed a number of signs in
your area and have written down their square footages so that you can get a frame of
reference as to the size, height and setbacks.
Attached is a comparison chart of sign ordinances that we had on file but it is a good fit
for Centerville. The communities listed are similar in size and almost all are located
adjacent to a freeway. It should give you a good comparison to draw from.
The sample ordinance will give you all the verbiage and descriptions that you will need for
a good ordinance that is easy to understand and fair in proportion to different types of
signage. This includes billboards, if you want to address that issue. You might want to
get someone from the Eller Outdoor or Adams Outdoor involved to get you some insight
on that industry. I can give you names and numbers t'J call if you so desire.
After working these past 30 years with most of the cities in this area, the average
maximum square footage is between 150 and 300 square feet for a free standing sign. The
setbacks are generally between 10 and 15 feet from the property line. The maximum
height of the sign averages about 30 feet from the average grade of the road in front of the
sign location. This takes care of the hills and valleys. The typical maximum square
footage for wall signage is usually 15% of the building front.
The square footage for the pylon is best written as I to 3 square feet for each lineal foot
frontage of property with a maximum (not to exceed). A bonus is given for comer lots.
I think your goal should be to write an ordinance that gives the property owner the
opportunity to design creative signage (not just a box on a pole) that fits proportionally
with the size of the property. Remember, a signs first function is to be seen. If you have
to small a maximum square footage and to long a setback, you just don't get good sign
designs.
My suggestion would be a very definitative glossary (,fterms and keep it as simple as
possible when writing the actual maximums for each Iype of sign in each/zone. A
developing community like Centerville needs to promote business growth with a workable
sign ordinance that is fair. If the ordinance is hard to understand and open to
interpretation, then you will be spending too much of your time and energy dealing with
variances.
I am available to answer any questions your planning or council people might have. Please
don't hesitate to call should you have any questions.
Best Regards,
Color Sign Systems, Inc.
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Dave Shannon 1(800)497-2141
P.O. Box 124
11096 61 st Street NE
Albertville, Mn. 55301
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faced signs sha 11 no t exceed two (2) ti mes the a 11 owed
sql.are footage of a single-faced sign.
(4) Siqn, Business. A sign that directs attention to a busi-
'le~,s or profession or to the commodi,ty, service or enter-
':ainment sold or offered upon the premises where such sign
Is located or to which it is attached.
(5) Sign, Flashing, An illuminated sign which has a light
~;OI.lrce not constant in intensity or color at all :imes
while suc~ sign is in use.
(6) Si'~ln, Ground. A sign which is supported by one (1) or more
Ilpr'i ghts, poles or braces in or upon the ground.
(7) Sign, Illuminated. A sign which is lighted with an artifi-
cial light source.
(B) Sign,. Identification. A sign which identifies the inhabi-
'~ant of the dwelling, not to exceed two (2) square feet in
:\i i:e.
(9) Si,]n, Hotion. A sign that has revolving parts or signs which
Ilr"duce moving effects through the use of i 11 umi nati on.
(10) :;i';ln, Nameplate: A sign which states the name and/or address
t)f the busi ness, indus try or occupant of the site and is
ilttached to said building or site'..
(11) Sign, Pedestal. A ground sign usually erected on one (1)
':e~ltra 1 shaft or post whi ch is so 1 idly affi xed to the ground.
(12) ;i;ln, Real Estate. A sign offering property (Ian: and/or
llu'ldings) for sale, lease or rent.
(13) 5i]n, Roof. A sign erected upon or above a roof or parapet
"f a building.
(14) Sign, Shopping Center or Industrial Park. A business sign
.je!iignating a group of shops or offices (more than three
(3)) ,
(15) 5 i gn, Structure. The supports, upri ghts, braces and frame-
',",ol"k of the sign.
(16) 5i~ln, Temporary or Seasonal. A sign placed on a lot or par-
:e' of land for a period not to exceed ninety (90) days out
,1' any twelve (12) month period. No sign permit fee is re-
~u'ired.
(17) Sign, Wall. A sign attached to or erected against the wall
Jf a building with the exposed face of the sign a plane
parallel to the plane of said wall.
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I (1:3) Sign, Harning. A sign which \~arns the pub' ic of a danger
or hazard in the immediate vicinity and is Obviously not
intended for advertising purposes.
727.0l, No sign shall be allowed that prevents egress from any door,
\~indoVl or f ir,~ escape; that tends to accumulate debris as a fire hazard,
or that is Htached to a standpipe or fire escape or in any other \~ay con-
stitutes a 1a,:ard of health, safety or general welfare of the public.
727.0:. No sign may be erected that, by reason of position, shape,
movement, ('J 1:ir or any othe r characteri stic. interferes with the proper
functionin( of a traffic sign or signal or othet;olise constitutes a traffic
hazard; ncr shall signs be permitted which would othen<ise interfere with
traffic cor tn1.
727.01. Private traffic circulation signs and traffic warning signs
in alleys, Jarking lots or in other ,hazardous situations may be allov/ed
on private Jnperty provided that such signs do not exceed three (3) square
feet and an ,Ised exclusively for traffic control purposes.
727,0:'. Private si gns, other than publ i c uti 1 i ty warni ng si gns, are
prohi bi ted ',Ii I;hi n the pub 1 i c ri ght-of-way of any street or ~/ay or other
pub1 ic prOf'er1:Y.
727,01:. Illuminated signs may be permitted, but flashing signs, ex-
c pt ones <Iiv'ing time, date, temperature, weather or similar pUblic service
information, shall be prohibited. Signs giving off intermittent, rotating
or directilloa'! light \~hich may be confused with traffic, aviation or' emer-
gency sign.,ll ing are prohibi ted.
727.0'1. Political Sians. Political signs are allowed in any district,
on ptivate property, with ~he consent of the owner of the property. Such
signs must be removed within seven (7) days following the date of the
election O' elections to which they apply.
727.H. Displays. In any district, animal displays, lights directed
skyward. pieces of sculpture, fountains or other displays or features which
do not clelrly fall within the definition of a sign, but which direct atten-
tion to an oeject, product, place, activity, person, institution, organiza-
tion or bu;ir,ess, shall recuire a conditional use permit. Mobile signs on
',<hee 1 s or :ther'lli se capab 1 c of bei ng moved from place to p1 ace sha 11 conform
to the prOiisions of this Ordinance just as permanently af.fixed signs.
727.11. Illuminated signs shall be diffused or indirect so as not to
direct rays af light into cdjacent property or onto any public street or
way. No illuminated signs or their support structure shall be located closer
than t\'lent~'-i'ive (25) feet to a road~lay surface or closer than ten (10) feet
tc' a road r';\lht-of-way lin,' or property line, notwithstan'ding more restric-
t'/e portions of this sect. on.
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727.12. Keal estat,~ sales signs may be placed in any yard providing
such signs/a'e not close~ than ten (10) feet to any property line.
727.13. Real estate development project sales signs may be erected
for the purpose of selling or promoting a single family or multiple family
residential .Jrcject of ten (10) or more dwelling units, provided:
(1: Such sign~ shall not exceed one hundred (lOa) square feet in
area.
(2 \ Only one :1) such sign shall be erected on each road frontage
'I/ith a ma;dmum of three (3) such signs per project.
(3' Such sign~; shall be removed when the project is eighty per-
cnet (80X' completed, sold or leased.
(4 Such sign~; shall not be located closer than one hundred (100)
feet to allY exi sti ng resi dence.
(5: .Such si gn~; over thi rty- two (32) square feet sha 11 on 1 y be
permitted by a sign permit.
727.14. Multiple f"mily dwelling project identification signs may be
erected for t.1e purpose e,f identifying a multiple family dwelling project
of three (3) ~r more d~le 11 i ngs. Such sign sha 11 not ~)Cceed seventy (70)
square feet, 1d only one (1) such sign shall be ~rected at each entrance
to the projec t, but in nc case shall there be more than four (4) such signs
for anyone (I) project.
727.15. C:lnstructien signs not exceeding thirty-two (32) square feet
in area shall be allowed in all zoning districts during construction. Such
signs shall t,e I"emoved ~,hen the project is substantially completed.
727.16. S~gns shall not be painted directly on the outside wall of a
building. Si')ns shall nct be painted on a fence, tree, stone or other simi-
lar objects 1n any district.
727.17. R':lof signs are prohibited in all districts.
727.18. S~gns on bEnches, newsstands, car stands, bus stop shelters
and similar (Ia.:es shall require a sign permit as provided in th's section.
727.19. Electrical Signs. All signs and displays using el(,:ctric
po~er shall tav~ a cut-off switch on the outside of the sign and on the
outside of tte )uilding Or structure to which the sign is attached. No
e1ectrically illuminated signs shall be' permitted in a residential or agri-
cultural dist--i;;t.
727.20. Inside Signs. The regulations contained herein do not apoly
to signs pair.ted, attached by adhesive or othenlise attached directly ,0 or
visible throl ~h windows and glass portions of doors.
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727.21. Offensive Signs. f'lo signs shall contain any indecent or
offensive ~ic:ure or written matter.
727.22. Required Signs. In all zoning districts one (1) identifi-
cation sign sl1al \ be required per building, except accessory structures and
residential bnildings whiCh shall be required only to display the street
address or prl)pe:"ty number.
727.23. Advertising signs shall not be located closer than three
thQusand (3,OO:J) feet to any other sign on the same side of a street or
highway.
727.24. "IuHi-faced signs shall not exceed two (2) times the allQ~led
square footag~' or a single-faced sign.
727.25. ~x::ept for more res tri cti ve sub-sections of thi s Si gn Secti on,
no sign that (.(c,~eds one hundred (100) square feet in area shall be erected
or maintained:
(1) W:'lich would prevent any traveler on any street from obtaining
a clear view of approaching vehicles on the same street for a
distance of five hundred (500) feet.
(2) Which would be closer than one thousand three hundred fifty
(I,350) feet to a national, state or local park, historic
site, picnic or rest area, church or school.
(3) Which would be closer than one hundred (100) feet to residen-
t"lal structures.
(4) WI',ich 1-Iould partly or totally obstruct the view of a lake,
r"iver, rocks, ~Iooded area, stream or other point of natural
and scenic beauty.
727.25. Si qns by Conditi ona 1 Use Permit. vlhere a use is permitted
in d zoning di~it1^ict by Conditional use permit, the sign for that use shall
require a conditional use permit unless the sign is otherwise provided for
in 'his ordinadce.
727.27.iigl1s in Agricultural Districts. No signs shall be permitted
in ,jn agricultural district except the following enumerated signs if auth-
ori <:ed by a s i';n permi t or other permi t as provi ded in thi s Ordi nance.
(1) Type of Signs Al1olved. Nameplate, real estate sales, ground,
political, temporary, wall, identification and business.
(2) No sign shall be so constructed as to have more than two (2)
surfaces.
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(3) NU~lber of each type of sign allowed per lot frontage. One
(1:, (If each of the permitted type signs except temporary
si~,ns where two (2) will be permitted and political signs
whe:re one (1) for each candi da te will be permitted.
(4) Si<:e. Not more than a total of thirty-two (32) square feet
wi th an eight (8) foot maximum for any dimension except as
otrlerwise restricted in this section. Total squar~ feet of
per'm~ tted si gns per lot or parcel shall not exceed one
hU'idred (100) square feet.
(5) Height. The top of the display shall not exceed ten (10)
fe:t above grade.
(6) Setbc.ck. Any sign over two (2) square feet shall be setback
atl€!m tcln (10)fuat fl'om any lot Hnll.
727.28. Pemitted Signs in Residential Districts:
(1) TY:les of Signs Allowed. Nameplate, real estate sales,
po itical, ground, temporary, wall and identification.
(2) No 5i.]n Shall be so constructed as to have more than two (2)
su:'fa,:es.
(3) Nurlbe~ of each type of sign allowed per' lot frontage. One
(1 ' of each of the permi tted type si 9ns, except temporary
silins where two (2) will be permitted and. political signs
whE,re one (1) for each candidate will be permitted. No more
th<.n:hirty-two (32) square feet of total display area will'
be Jel"mitted at anyone time in developed areas.
(4) Si,e. Not more than a total of sixteen (16) squar~ feet with
a j"JUI' (4) foot maximum for any dimension except i; otherwise
re~tr~cted in this section. Total square feet of all signs
shz 11 not exceed thirty-two (32) square feet per lot.
(5) Hei~,h':. The top of the display shall not exceed eight (8)
feet above grade.
(6) Set~lack. Any sign over one and one-half (1~) square feet
shall be setback at least ten (10) feet from any lot line.
727.29. Permitted Signs in Corrmercia 1 Districts.
(1)
Typ: of Signs Allowed. 8usiness, nameplate, identification,
i 1 Lmi nated, ground, pedesta 1, motion, po 1 i ti ca 1, rea 1 es ta te
sa1:s, ShOPPing center where there are three (3) or more busi-
nes;e" temporary and wall. Advertising by conditional use
per'rit. only.
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(<) Number of each type of sign allowed per lot frontage. One
(1) advertising sign on any lo~ having a frontage of one
hundred fifty (150) feet or me'e. One (1) real estate sales
sign, two (2) temporary signs, one (1) nameplate sign, one
(1) pol Hica1 sign for each ca1didate and one (1) business
sign or one (1) shopping cente- sign.
(:) Si ze.
(a) Except as provided herein, the total square footage of
sign area for each lot sh.)1l not exceed two (2) square
feet of sign area for eaC:1 lineal foot of lot frontage.
except where a location ii a corner lot, the amount may
be increased by one (1) s1uare foot of sign area per
front foot of public righ:-of-,Iay along a side lot line.
(b) No sign shall exceed two lundred (200) square feet in
area.
(c) Each real estate sales si'ln. temporary sign and political
sign shall not exceed thi.ty-five (35) square feet in
area.
(d) Each nameplate sign shal1 not exceed one hundred (100)
square feet in area.
(41 Height. The top of the displaJ shall not exceed thirty-five
(35) feet above the average grade.
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5ettJw,: I\ny sign oyer six (01 sQuan: fe1!t ~Ml1 De mMc);
at least ten (10) feet from an? lot line. In no case shall
any part of a sign be closer than tNO (2) feet to a vertical
line draNn at the property linl~. All signs over one hundred
(100) square feet shall be setllack at least fifty (50) feet
from any residential or agricultural district.
Permitted Signs in Industrial Districts.
i27,30.
(1: Type of Signs Allowed. Advertising, business, nameplate,
illuminated, ground, pedestal, political, real estate sales,
temporary, identification, wal- and motion.
(2: Number of each type of sign al-owed,per lot frontage. One
(1) advertising sign on any 101: havlng a frontage of one
hundred fifty (150) feet or mOI'e. One (1) of each of the
permitted type signs except tenporary where t~,o (2) will be
permitted and pol itical signs "here one (1) for each candi-
date will be permitted.
(3: Size.
(a)
Except as provided herein, the total square footaoe of
sign area for each lot shilll not exc~ed two (2) square
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feet for each lineal foot of lot frontage except where
a location is a corner lot, the amount may be increased
by one (1) square foot of sign area per front foot of
publ ic right-of-way along a side lot 1 ine.
: b) No sign shall exceed two hundred (200) square feet in
area.
':c) Each real estate sales sign, temporary sign and political
sign shall not exceed thirty-five (35) square. feet in
area. '
(4) l'.eight. The top of the display shall not exceed thirty-five
(35) feet in height above grade.
(5) Setback. Any sign over ten (10) square feet shall be setback
ilt least ten (10) feet from any lot line. In no case shall
clny part of a sign be closer than two (2) feet to a vertical
line drawn at the property line. All signs over one hundred
(100) square, feet' shall bE!' setback at least fifty (50) feet"
from any residential or agricultural district.
7'2.7.31. Pe:rmitted Signs in Planned Unit Development Districts or Uses
Requ i ri ng a C lnclitiona 1 Use Perm; t.
(1) Type, number, size, height and setback as speCifically auth-
Qrized by terms of the issued permit.
(2) To tA~' 8Ji't@nt fea5ible ana Pl'acHea~le, sign5 shall be rgijU.
1atedin a manner similar to that in the use diStrict mO'st
appropriate to the principal use involv~d.
727.32. Sign Design, Construction and Maintenance.
(1) Required marking on signs.
(a) After the effective date of this.Ordinance, every sign
for which a permit is required shall have painted in a
conspicuous place thereon in letters not less than one
(1) inch in height, the date of erection, the permit
number and voltage of any electrical apparatus used in
connection therewith.
(0) Every outdoor advertising sign erected under the provi-
sions of this Ordinance shall be plainly marked with ~he
name of the person or firm erecting such sign.
(2) Projecting Signs. Except for marquee signs, signs Shall in
no case project from a building or structure to any paint
within two (2) feet of a line drawn perpendicularly upward
from the curb line. No projecting sign shall be less than
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nine (9) feet above the sidewalk or the ground le~e1. All
projecting signs for wh eh a permit is required s~al1 be
constructed entirely of fire resistant material.
(3) Ground Signs.
(a) No ground sign shail be erected, constructed, altered,
rebuilt or relocatJd to a height at the top af the dis-
play exceeding thirty~five (35) feet above the ground,
unless otherwise r,stricted in this section.
(b) no ground sign dioplay for which a permit is required
shall be erected to a height of more than twelve (12)
feet above the gnund, unless the face is constructed
of sheet metal or Jther noncombustible facing materials.
(c) The bottom of the facing of every ground sign shall be
at least three (3 feet above the ground, which space
may be filled witl landscaping, platform or ~corative
trim of light woo, or metal construction.
(d) The soil used for the dug-in type of anchor or post
support shall be' arefully placed and thoroughly com-
pacted. 'The anchl rs and supports shall penetrate to a
depth below groun' greater than that of the frost line.
(4) Wall Signs. Wall sign attached to exterior walh of solid
masonry or concrete sh 11 be safely and securely attaChed to
the same by means of m tal anchors, bo lts or expallS ion' screws
of i\Ot les~ than throfl ~igl1tM (3/8) inch in j15m~tI~r which
shall be embedded at last five (5) inches. tlo wooden blocks
or anchorage with wood used in connection with screws or nails
sha 11 be cons i dered pr ,per anchorage, except in tlue case of
wall signs attached to buildings with walls of woad. No wall
sign shall be entirely supported by an unbraced parapet wall.
15) Sign Maintenance.
(a) Painting. The ow ler of any sign shall be relitlired to
have such sign prJperly painted at least once every two
(2; years, if nee Jed, including all parts an~ supports
of the sign, unle;s such parts or supports are galvan-
iZf:d or otherwiSE treated to prevent rust..
(b) Area Around Sign. The owner or 1 essee of anl si gn, or
the owner of the land on which the sign is lucated shall
keep the grass, ,. :eds or other. growth cut and the area
free from refuse Jetween the s19n and .the street and
also for a distar:e of six (6) feet behind and at the
ends of said sigl .
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727.33. Obsolete Signs. Any sign for which no permit has been issued
sha 11 be taken down and removed by the owner, agent or person having the
beneficial USE! of the building, structure or land upon which tile sign may
be found within thirty (30) days after written notice from the Zoning Admin~
istrator.
727.34. Unsafe or Oangerous Signs. Any sign which becomes structur-
ally unsafe or I!ndangers the safety of a building or premises or endangers
the publ ic safe':.y, sha 11 be taken down and removed or structurally improved
by the owner, a.;ent or person having beneficial use of the buil'..ing, struc-
ture or land IIp!:n which the sign is located within ten (lO) day. after
written notiCE! ':rom the Zoning Administrator,
727.35. P',rmit Fees. The application for a sign permit shall be
accompani ed t:y it fee of fi fty do 11 ars (S50. DO) or fifty cents (, 50~) per
square foot 01' :;ign area, whichever amount is larger. The amount of S50.00
will be an annUill fee. If the sign is cnanged, another $50.00 fee will be
charged. SiSlls will be issued only with a conditional use permit.
727.36. E:.;piration of Permit. All sign permits for an advertising
sign, busines!; :;ign, motion sign, pedestal sign or any s;gn over one
hundred fifty ('ISO) square feet in area shall expire three (3) years from
the date of i:isl:ance. If the work authorized under a s;gn permit has not
been completed within s;x (6) months after the date of issuance, the permit
shall become null and void.
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WAL TEFl J. MONASCH AlP
PLANNINC DIRECTOR
November 15, 1973
HENRY R. BAKER
DEPUTY PLANNING DIF/ECTOR
Statement from:
Walter J. Hanaseh, AlP
Planning Director
Santa Cruz County, California
Past President
American Institute of Planners
To:
R. M. Oliphant
Neon Products Limited
P. O. Box 2063
Vancouver 3 B. C.
Signs of varying types are probably in terms of total cost of
production and construction, a relatively minor part of the total
development process in most of our communities. They have, how-
ever, had two proportionately much larger impacts on these com-
munities.
1. Because of the visual impact which they often have, they tend
to overwhelm the uses to which these signs are only incidental,
and
~. 'I'hey take an ~nord1nately large amount of t1me of all part1c1-
pating parties, including the manufacturers, the eventual
owners and users and the public agencies which are charged
with their review.
This proposed uniform sign code is, I believe, an extremely welcome
study by industry representatives which can assist all these parti-
cipants in a mOre effective review of specific proposals, and which
can lead to a more integrated USe of signs in our urban scene. The
effort is particularly useful since it is broadly encompassing and
does suggest substantive uniformity but still permits adaptation
of the overall proposal to specific and widely differing needs.
Many communities will wish to adopt some such code as a separate
element whereas many others will integrate the necessary parts
of it into their comprehensive zoning and development control or-
dinances with a number of the evaluative criteria and the specific
fees left to be adopted by more easily amendable resolutions.
Either way, the document does provide a comprehensive checklist of
controls for a subject which has been all too often plagued with
emotionalism and panic reactions. Even if the attached document
does nothing but provide a commOn starting point for discussion,
it will serve a most significant purpose. It should therefore
receive wide distribution and thoughtful consideration.
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Introduction
Reasonable uniformity in business standards
is not only desirable on a continenlal basis,
it is essential. Great progress has been made
in attaining uniform standards in many areas,
such as in the field of electrical equipment
where an ever greater number of communities
are accepting the standard of underwriters'
laboratories (48) in the United States, or of
Canadian Standards Association (C.S.A.) in
Canada. The field of safety controls for ve-
hicles, standardization of government high-
way signs and signals, accepted food stan-
dards, and a miscellany of other areas are
further examples of where identical or similar
regulations greatly outnumber the variables.
Were this not 501 business could hardly func-
tion on a national or international basis. The
imperative need for such workable uniformity
is rapidly being recognized on an international
basis, evidenced by such things as Britain
converting to a decimal system for money and
North America preparing conversion to the
metric system.
Unfortunately, the present situation in the
visual-communication field is much less satis-
factory, There are several reasons for this,
the i1iuminated sign as we know it today has
really had a very short history. Neon signage
only appeared in noticeable numbers during
the 1930's, and the enormous proliferation of
plastic signs in the last 25 years. During most
of this period, the majority of communities
either had no real sign legislation, or in many
cases, controls were outdated.
Many sincere attempts are being made all
over our continent to improve our cities aes-
thetically. Unfortunately, there is little uni-
formity in these attempts. Hundreds or thou-
sands of cities, towns and communities are
attempting to write legislation to control
sign age. Many of them with the best possible
intentions are creating impossible situations.
For instance, instead of developing very strict
and carefully planned quality controls, spacing
regulations and bon using formula, all of which
are workable and will abolish much of that
which is unsightly, fhey have made the very
great mistake of attempting to control aes-
thetics or to vest in appointees power to in-
voke their own taste, which is not only very
dangerous, but in many cases, illegal.
The result of all this is that a national adver-
tiser, for that matter a national sign supplier,
is facing an almost impossibly chaotic situa-
tion, with almost as many variations in that
which is permitted as there are communities
in which he does business.
Unfortunately, fhe sign indusfry has aiso over-
reacted to a difficult, but solvable situation
with scores of sign associations in cities and
provinces and states pUblishing their own
suggestions for workable by-laws wit" pro-
portionately as many variations and contra-
dictions as have been created by the com-
munities.
We do not believe the average community can
be expected to write a sign code without as-
sistance from experienced people in the sign
industry. Neither do We believe that a regional
sign association with almost as many different
viewpoints as there are members and whose
members vary greatly in experience can com-
pile such a thing in committee. We have so
stated in a published corporate policy state-
ment and in numerous articles that have re-
sulted in suggestions from people at all levels
of government and from cities and communi-
ties of greatly varying size that we propose
a uniform sign code.
We recognize, therefore., that this proposed
code must include material that would have
no application for certain communities. We
also recognize that some cities may have un-
usual zones or situations or that these may
occur in the future which will require con-
sideration that we have not contemplated.
Every attempt has been made to design this
proposed code to be as universally helpful as
possible and in such a manner that material
may be selected from it to suit each individual
circumstance.
In considering the construction of any code
to regulate signs, one has to choose between
three alternate methods to determine the size
and placement, etc.. of signs within a munici-
pality. Generally speaking, these are: t. a
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right-of-way approach. 2. a zoning land use
approach. 3. an approach by individual type
of business establishment.
There is no code in North America that is
solely exclusionary in opting for one of these
philosophies regulating either on premise or
off premise signage.
This Code Is predominantly a combination of
a right-at-way code and a zoning approacn.
It does not in any place regulate by type of
business establishment. For example, service
stations are not treated separately from fast
food franchisers or Industrial buildings. We
believe that the establishment type of approach
tends to be discriminafory. For example, an
independent fast food merchant with an op-
eration similar to that of MacDonalds might
need a totally different type of signage from
that of MacDonalds because the latter are
part of a large marketing network where the
signage can be backed up with an intensive
program of advertising in other media. The
independent merchant on the other hand can-
not afford to buy city-wide coverage of other
advertising for his single establishment and
must rely more heavjly on either on premis6
signage or directional off premise signage.
Similarly, an independent neighborhood serv-
ice station has vastly different requirements
from a freeway orientated outlet of a national
chain. It is our opinion, therefore, that in ad-
dition to the danger of discrimination, the es-
tablishment type approach would in the long
run be less than beneficial to a community.
We have used the approach of zoning or
tying signs to a particular land use, while
basically considering the right-at-way ele-
ments, such as speed of traffic, distance and
setbacks.
It will be noted that this Code deals with all
types of sign age, visible from the public rights-
of-way. This is essential, as experience in
many communities has proven, any code which
controls, licences and provides for inspection
of some sections of the sign industry with less
control over others, will result in the prolifera-
tion of that which is least controlled, very often
resulting in a more cluttered and undesirable
situation than that which it was attempting to
correct. It is an unfortunate fact that a great
deal of legislation often limits the large illum-
inated product produced by the more profes-
sional or sophisticated companies, with the
result that an advertiser utilizes an ever larger
number of those sign units which are not
properly controlled, even to the inclusion of
homemade devices.
Signs are recognized as an essential com-
munication medium which is absolutely
essential to the travelling public and in par-
ticular to newcomers and visitors to any com-
munity. They are frequently the only means
by which an individual can locate the goods
or services that he requires.
We have recognized that not only are there
differences in terminology between countries,
but even in different areas within the same
country. We have noted examples where even
reasonably adjacent cities will in one case
use a term like "ground sign," another will
use "freestanding sign," and yet another will
use "detached sign." We have attempted to
cover the various alternatives in the defini-
tions, to select throughout the work that term
that we believe will be most universally under-
stood.
There is much that any advertiser can do
voluntarily to visually improve his premises,
his image and, therefore, his community.
Believing that inducement is much more pal-
atable than compulsion, we have introduced
the innovative use of bon using in this pro-
posed Code, where, for instance, an adver-
tiser can have a larger copy area on one given
type of signage if he foregoes other signs, or
whereby an advertiser can be permitted a
somewhat greater area or height on a free-
standing or ground sign if he will tastefully
landscape the area in which it is installed and
maintain such landscaping.
We have attempted to compile this work in
the best interest of our communities, our cus-
tomers and our industry. We sincerely hope
that this Code will make a substantial contri-
bution to better quality signs and to more
uniformity of controls throughout the country.
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GIVEN TO ANY
GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY TO COPY OR
DUPLICATE THIS DOCUMENT IN WHOLE OR
IN PART. OUR PRINTERS HAVE BEEN AU-
THORIZED TO USE ANY OF OUR PLATES OR
MATERIALS FOR THE BENEFIT OF ANY
SUCH AUTHORITY DESIRING TO PUBLISH
THEM.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1
Sec. 1.1.
Sec. 1.2.
SECTION 2
SECTION 3
Sec. 3.1.
Sec. 3.2.
Sec. 3.3.
Sec. 3.4.
Sec. 3.5.
Sec. 3.6.
Sec. 3.7.
Sec. 3.8.
Sec. 3.9.
Sec. 3.10.
Sec. 3.11.
Sec. 3.12.
Sec. 3.13.
SECTION 4
Sec. 4.1.
Sec. 4.2.
Sec. 4.3.
Sec. 4.4.
Sec. 4.5.
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Sec. 4.7.
SECTION 5
Sec. 5.1.
Sec. 5.2.
Sec. 5.3.
Sec. 5.4.
Sec. 5.5.
Sec. 5.6.
Sec. 5.7.
Sec. 5.8.
Sec. 5.9.
Sec. 5.10.
SECTION 6
Sec. 6.1.
Sec. 6.2.
Sec. 6.3.
Sec. 6.4.
Sec. 6.5.
Sec. 6.6.
Sec. 6.7.
Sec. 6.8.
Sec. 6.9.
Sec. 6.10.
Sec. 6.11.
PURPOSE OF CODE ....m
Statement of Purpose ....
Short Title m..
DEFINITIONS
PERMITS, FEES, INSPECTION AND
INDEMNIFICATION ........ ......m......
Permits Required .......mmm........m.....
Sign Contractors License m.......
Indemnification for Sign Installation
and Maintenance ....m..m"
Insurance ____.__.uummnm.m.."
Federal, Provincial or State Licenses.
Permission to Install .. ...m..','
Application for Permit
Issuance - Denial om_d' _..m_.__ . -
Effect of Issuance.
Permit Fees "'umn
Sign Permit Appeais m.... . m,m."
Notice of Change of Si9n Owner or User.
Inspection m." ..m.'.......
SIGNS PERMITTED IN ZONING DISTRICTS
OF CITY ..m......
Residential Zones (Light Living Density)
Commercial Building Zone .... .............. .
Shopping Center and Highway Commercial
Zones ....................mm.....
Heavy Density Commercial and Industrial
Zones __un__u._uu_.nu.__
Medium Density Industrial Park Zones
Limited Commercial Zones
Medium Density Commercial and Industrial
Zones .
REGULATIONS AND LIMITATIONS
OF PERMITTED SIGNS ".
Free Standing (Ground) Signs. .
Off Premise (Outdoor Advertising Signs)
Wall (Facia) Signs. .
Roof Signs ....mm...... ......m...
Projecting Signs ..m..m.... ..
Canopy (or Marquee) Signs. .....m.'"
Signs on Awnings
Sloping Roof Signs
Other Signs ....m.......
Free Standing Sign - Decorative
Embellishments
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Animated and Intensely Lighted Signs
Miscellaneous Signs and Posters ...
Moving Signs m."
Abandoned Signs m.'" ,"'mm'" .
Parking of Advertising Vehicles Prohibited
Public Areas .....w,...
Banners, Pennants, etc,
Flags mm....m..
Swinging Signs. ....m....... .
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Portable or Wheeled Signs
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Sec. 6.13. Unclassified Signs .___.___ nnnn___nnnnmm.m.___n.___ 36
CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS ___.m___n.n 37
Compliance with Building Code ___nm mnn'n.___ 37
Construction of Signs, Auxiliary Specifications 37
Free Standing Signs - Materials nnn. . 37
Electric Signs nmm.m.nnmmnnn.nnn.______nn___.___n 37
Glass nnmnmnnmm.nmn..nnn___n.nnmn.nnn..nnnn 38
Strength of Parapet Wall nn.nn'n.nnnnn___nn'nn' 38
Supports and Braces mnmn.nnn.m___m nm______nm 38
Wind Loads mnnnnnnnn___mmnnn___nm.mmn___.___n 38
Sign Anchoring nnnn.___n m_.___.m.nmm nnnn___n.n' 38
EXEMPT SIGNS .m'm___' mnn'nnm.m.n 39
Permit Exceptions .nnmn______.nn.nm.m.___.mnn.nn 39
Exempt Signs nnmnnnm.m___nnn.___mmnmnnn 39
REMOVAL AND DISPOSITION OF SIGNS '___n 42
Maintenance and Repair nnnm'n mnnmn___n'___n 42
Abandoned Signs nnnm.mmnnm.mn______nn___n.n___ 42
Dangerous or Detective Signs n.nnnn_m___nn______ 42
Unlawful Signs mnn.nnnmnn_nnn_________nnn.nn.n___ 42
Street Improvement Projects nn___nnnnnn'mnn... 42
Removal of Signs by the Administrator m___nnn 42
Disposal of Signs - Fees.mnm.m.m_nn 43
LEGAL NON-CONFORMING SIGNS nn 45
Legal Non-Conforming Signs n.mm.____________nnn 45
Legal Non-Conforming Sign Maintenance
and Repair mmmmn..___.....m.nm.n___..mnm.n..nnn 45
SECTION 11 SPECIAL SIGNS AND SIGN DISTRICTS mnn 46
Sec. 11.1. Subdivision Development Signs n___mnn___m 46
Sec. 11.2. Signs for Special Events . 46
Sec. 11.3. Non-Exempt Signs for Direction or Instruction 46
Sec. 11.4. Special Sign Districts n...n______n mnmm___..nn.mn 46
SECTION 12 SIGN CODE BOARD OF APPEALS nnn_________n 48
Sec. 12.1. Sign Code Board of Appeals Created nn___nn___ 48
Sec. 12.2. Membership of Board nn_n_m___nnm___nn___..m__n__ 48
Sec. 12.3. Identity of Voting Members m nnnnnnnnnnn.___n 48
Sec. 12.4. Identity of Non-Voting Members nn nnm______.___n 48
Sec. 12.5. Board Jurisdiction and Power n___n 48
Sec. 12.6. Criteria tor Board Decision nnnnm___n___mn_n___n '48
Sec. 12.7. Perfection of Appeal and Stay of Proceedings 49
Sec. 12.8. Board Procedure n.___nnn___..______.m__mmmmm__n__ 49
Sec. 12.9. Advice from Board of Appeals nn.nnm______nn.mn 50
Sec. 12.10. Notice of Hearing. __nnn..n___ mn__nn.nmnn___ __mn 50
Sec. 12.11. Hearing m___n_n__mnnnn_n_n___n..n.n..nn___n 50
Sec. 12.12. Hearing Minutes and Decisions nnnn 50
Sec. 12.13. Council Review of Board Decisions nn___.n 50
Sec. 12.14. Clerical Assistance 'for Board n___m.n.___.m__n___.. 50
SECTION 13 ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT n.___.. 51
Sec. 13.1, Code Administrator nmn___mnm .___nmm.m___...n_. 51
Sec. 13.2. Inspection by Administrator n___'nm.mn.n..___nmn 51
Sec. 13.3. Code Violations and Enforcement nnnnm.m"mn 51
Sec. 13.4. Civil Remedies nm.__nnm.m.m.m.mmmn___nm__n.n 51
Sec. 13.5. Criminal Penalty m"nn_m____nnm"nnnn___n_nm._m 52
Sec. 13.6. Assurance of Discontinuance nn.m______"___m._n___ 52
SECTION 7
Sec. 7.1.
Sec. 7.2.
Sec. 7.3.
Sec. 7.4.
Sec. 7.5.
Sec. 7.6.
Sec. 7.7.
Sec. 7.8.
Sec. 7.9.
SECTION 8
Sec. 8.1.
Sec. 8.2.
SECTION 9
Sec. 9.1.
Sec. 9.2.
Sec. 9.3.
Sec. 9.4.
Sec. 9.5.
Sec. 9.6.
Sec. 9.7.
SECTION 10
Sec. 10.1.
Sec. 10.2.
SECTION 14 CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY,
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Section 1
PURPOSE OF UNIFORM CODE
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SCRIBING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS: ESTABLISHING A SIGN CODE BOARD OF
APPEALS: PROVIDING FOR ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES: REQUIRING LICENSES
AND THE PAYMENT OF FEES: PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES.
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Sec. 1.1. Statement of Purpose
The code creates the legal framework tor signage regulafjons that is intended to facilitate an
easy and agreeable communication between people. It recognizes the need to protect the
safety and welfare of the public, the need for well maintained and attractive appearance in a
community, and the need for adequate business identification and advertising and communica.
lion. This code recognizes that aesthetics and design quality cannot be satisfactorily legislated,
as individual opinions vary and general public opinions vary from one era to another. It is
recognized, however, thaI a great percentage of that which is unattractive can be eliminated
by sensible quality control, through adequate maintenance and inspection and by reasonable
guidelines formulated to minimize clutter.
Tastefully proportioned and .well.spaced
projecting signs are permitted. . See
triangulation formula Section 5:5.
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This code authorizes the use at signs visible from public rights-ot-way provided the signs are:
(1) Compatible with their surroundings, pursuant to the objectives of proper design and zon-
ing amenities.
(2) Allowing and promoting optimum conditions tor meeting the sign user's needs while at the
same time promoting the amenable environmnent desired by the general public;
(3) Designed, constructed, installed and maintained in such a manner that they do not en-
danger public safety or traffic satety;
(4) Legible, readable and visible in the circumstances in which they are used;
(5) Respectful at the reasonable rights of other advertisers whose messages are displayed.
The cluttered and overworded wall or
facia sign. shown In photograph (3) Is
prohibited.
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(4) as Is often -the case when facia or
wall sign area Is restricted by formula.
The .copy area and bon using formula
given in Section 5.3 substantially en-
courages comprehensive store front im-
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certain zones. They are in fact treated
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Specific details of anti-flashing legislation should be carefully studied by each individual com-
munity in consultation with dependable sign manufacturers, as blanket prohibition has more
than one disadvantage. There is no question that certain carnival type, attention-compelling.
jerky devices are both totally outdated and undesirable in most areas. In cities in certain areas.
however, fascinating and artistic changing or rippling effects are quite suitable and actually
are enjoyed by most people.
IIrfnrlllr:,tply it is imnractical to sti:-ulcdp in n np'1pr8.1 Cnde vvhich types Of 2:0'"';r,g Shol~I~::'r
should not permit such effects. For example, signs adjacent to an elevated highway In a spe-
Cific zone might, in one city. impinge upon or partially obscure a beautiful horizon: while in
The outdated and garish Ilashlrig sign
shown in photograph (8) is prohibited
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sign zones which may be created lor
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another more heavily industrialized city with the same type of highway, they might be a vast
improvement and a visual relief amongst ugly factories and chimneys. One must always rec,
ognize as weil that signs as a communications device require certain letter sizes for legibility
at any given distance; and that in many cases this necessary letter size may be accomplished
with a much smaller sign background by alternating messages. These alternations are actually
accomplished by an electrical device known as a flasher.
It is apparent, therefore, that as the difference between irritating and undesirable flashing de-
vices, desirable alternating copy or even certain artistic effects may be only the difference in
speed of change, certainly is often only the difference between clever and artistic design or
something less, it becomes obvious that each community, together with leaders in the industry,
must give the subject very careful study, considering the already existing visual environment,
density ratios and other considerations.
Pubilc service' time and temperature,
date, electronic message centers are
classed as Changing signs and are per-
mitted - photograph (9).
When writing a Uniform Code, it becomes apparent that off-premise signage (third party posters
and bulletins) is one of the subjects that cannot be specified in detail on a zone by zone basis,
as a zone of any given category may appear in cities of vastly different size and may have a
greatly different density ratio from one city to another. It is recommended that any given com-
munity in consultation with the Outdoor Advertising people study that which is presently per.
missible in their community and consider the use 01 the spacing formula suggested in Section
5.2 of this Code. At the same time, carefully recognizing that the very nature of the Outdoor
business requires as broad and even a coverage as possible and that the broader and more rea-
sonable distribution permitted, more easily will ail concerned be able to comply with spacing
formula. This would avoid too heavy saturation in any given area often caused by a prohibition
of the medium in certain zones where it should have been permitted. In most communities,
therefore, off-premise or outdoor advertising may be considered and analyzed lor all types of
commercial and industrial zones, as well as certain holding zones, although obviously not for
residential zones.
In summary, this Code' is designed to prevent a vast majority 01 those things which are unde-
sirable in commercial signage without hampering the inherent right of business to communicate
reasonably, to advertise and to reasonably assist a potential customer to conveniently locate and
identify any product, good, service or facility which he may desire to use or purchase at any
given time.
Sec. 1.2. Short Title
This Code shall be known as the "Sign Code" of.... m___.___....,.___'............. .........---....---
or may be so cited and pleaded and shall be relerred to herein as the Code.
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DEFINITIONS
Abandoned Sign
A sign which no longer correctly directs or exhorts any person, advertises a bona tide busi-
ness, lessor, owner, product or activity conducted or product available on the premises where
such sign is displayed.
Accessory Sign
(See "On-Premise Sign").
Administrator
The Code Administrator or his designated representative.
Advertising Message
That copy on a sign describing products or services being offered to the public.
Animated Sign
Any sign which includes action or motion. For purposes of this Code, this term does not refer
to flashing, changing or indexing, all of which are separately defined.
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Any projection not intended for occupancy which extends beyond the property iine, not in-
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The entire 'area within a single, continu-
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Architectural Blade
A roof sign or projecting sign with no legs or braces. Designed to look as though it could have
been part of the building structure, rather than something suspended from or standing on the
building.
Area of Off-Premise Sign
Where poster panels or bulletins are installed back to back, one face only is considered as
area. If there is a difference, the larger face will be counted.
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A temporary shelter supported entirely from the exterior wall of a building and composed of
non-rigid materials except for the supporting framework.
Background Area
The entire area of a sign on which copy could be placed, as opposed to the copy area, when
reterred to in connection with facia or wall signs.
Banner Sign
A temporary sign composed of lightweight material either enclosed or not enclosed in a rigid
frame, secured or mounted so as to allow movement of the sign caused by movement of the
atmosphere.
Billboard
See "Off-Premise Sign," "Off-Site Sign" or "Outdoor Advertising (Poslers and Bullelins)."
Bi-Annual
Every two years.
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Building Face or Wall
All window and wall area of a building in one plane or elevation.
Building Frontage
The linear length of a building facing the right-at-way or the linear length at the right-at-way
facing the building, whichever is smaller.
Building Sign
A sign lettered to give the name of a building itself, as opposed to the name of occupants or
services.
Bulletin
See "Off-Premise Signs," 'Oft-Site Sign" or "Ouldoor Advertising."
Canadian Standards Association (C.S.A.)
In Canada a non-profit organization which establishes standards for electrical and slructural
building materials which minimizes damage to the health and welfare of the public, hereinafter
referred to as "CSA." Comparable to Underwriters' Laboratories (48) in the United States.
Canopy (or Marquee)
A permanent roof-like shelter extending from part or all of a building face over a public right-
Of-way and constructed of some durable material such as metal, glass or plastic.
Canopy or Marquee Sign
Any sign attached to or constructed in or on a canopy or marquee.
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Changeable Copy Sign (Manual)
A sign on which copy is changed manually in the field, i.e., reader boards with changeable
letters or changeable pictorial panels.
Changing Sign (Automatic)
A sign such as an electronically or electricaliy controlled public service time, temperature and
date sign, message center or readerboard, where different copy changes are shown on the same
lamp bank.
City
City, means
the city, town or municipality of
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Building design and signs integrated into one architectural plan, the comprehensive plan be-
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The wording on a sign surface either in permanent or removabie letter form.
Copy Area
The area in square feet of the smallest geometric figure which describes the area enclosed by
the actual copy of a sign. For facia signs, the copy area iimits refer to the message, not to the
illuminated background.
Council
The City Council of.
Detached Sign
See "Free-standing Sign" or "Ground Sign."
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Any sign which serves solely to designate the location or direction of any place or area.
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Any sign designed to provide artificial light either through exposed lighting on the sign face or
through transparent or translucent material from a light source within the sign.
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Any sign containing electrical wiring which is attached or intended to be attached to an eiec-
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Embellishment
(a) Letters, figures, characters or rep"resentations in cut-outs or irregular forms or simHar orna-
ments attached to qr superimposed upon the sign.
(b) Embellishment (Decorative Only) - A purely decorative embellishment on a free-standing
sign.
Erected
This term shall mean attached, altered, built, constructed, reconstructed, enlarged or moved,
and shall include the painting of wall signs, but does not include copy changes on any sign.
Exempt Signs
Signs exempted from normal permit requirements.
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The remodelling of a building's frontage which is visibie from a public right-of-way, so that the
building material, door frames, window frames and signs are designed in harmony with each
other.
Face of Sign
The entire area of sign on which copy could be placed.
Facia Sign (or Wall Sign)
A sign attached to or erected against a wall of a building, with the face horizontaliy parallel to
the building wall.
Field Fabricated Sign
An electrical sign of such magnitude thaI it cannot be completely constructed in the factory.
Flashing Sign
Any sign which contains an intermittent or flashing light source, or which inciudes the iiiusion
of intermittent or flashing light by means of animation, or an externally-mounted intermittent
light source. Automatic changing signs such as publiC service time, temperature and date
signs or electronically controlled message centers are classed as "Changing Signs" not "Flash~
ing Signs."
Free-Standing Signs
See "Ground Signs" or "Detached Signs."
Freeway or Controlled Access Highway
This term shall mean a highway in respect to which the owners of abutting lands have no right
or easement of access to or from their abutting land, or in respect of which such owners have
only limited or restricted right or easement of access and which is declared to be a freeway
as provided by the highway authority.
Freeway-Oriented sign (Controlled Access Highway Sign)
Any sign identifying premises where food, lodging, or places of business are located that en-
gage in supplying goods and services essential to normal operation of motor vehicles, and
where such businesses are directly dependent upon the adjacent freeway for business.
Frontage
The length of the property line of anyone premises parallel to and along each public right-of-
way it borders.
Ground Level
Street Grade.
Ground Sign
A sign erected on a free-standing frame, mast or pole and not attached to any building. (See
"Detached Sign" or "Free-Standing Sign.")
Height of Sign
The vertical distance measured from the adjacent street grade or upper surface of the nearest
street curb other than an elevated roadway, which permits the greatest height to the highest
point of said sign.
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Identification Sign
A sign which is limited to the name, address and number of a building, institution or person
and to the ectivity carried on in the building or institution, or the occupancy of the person.
Illuminated Sign
Any sign which emanates light either by means of exposed tubing or lamps on its surface, or
by means of illumination transmitted through the sign faces.
Incidental Sign
A sign pertaining to goods, products, services or facilities which are available on the premises
where the sign Is located.
Indexing
Turning and stopping action of the triangular vertical sections of a multi-prism sign designed
10 show three messages in the same area.
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Any sign which reflects iight from a source intentionally directed upon it - for example, by
means at f1oodiights, gooseneck reflectors or externally mounted 11uorescent light fixtures.
Individual Letter Sign
Any sign made of self-contained letters that are mounted on the face of a building, top of a para-
pel, root edge of a building or on top of or below a marquee.
Interior Property Line
Property lines other than those fronting on street, road or highway.
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In this context, the line above the display windows and below transom windows (it any) on a
store (usually approximately 9' 0" from grade).
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A parcel 01 land which meels any of the following requirements:
(1) A sub-division map recorded with the assessment department or land registry office;
(2) A Record of Survey map approved by resolution of the Councilor other legislative body.
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To permit a sign, structure or any part of each to continue or to repair or refurbish a sign,
structure or any part of either.
Marquee (or Canopy)
A permanent roof-like shelter extending from part or all of the building face over a public right-
of-way and constructed of some durable material such as metal, glass or plastic.
Marquee Sign (or Canopy Sign)
Any sign attached to or constructed in or on a canopy or marquee.
Message
The wording or copy on a sign.
Multi-Prism Sign
Signs made with a series of triangular vertical sections that turn and stop, or index, to show
three piclures or messages in the same area.
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Nameplate
A non-electric sign identifying oniy the name and occupation or profession of the occupant of
premises on which the sign is located. If any premises include more than one occupant, name-
plate refers to all names and occupations or professions as weli as the name of the building
and directional information.
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Non-Accessory Sign
A sign which directs attention to a business, commodity, service or entertainment not related
to the premises at which the sign is located, or to a business, commodity, service or enter-
tainment which is conducted, said or offered elsewhere than on the premises of which the
sign is located.
Non-Electrical Sign
Any sign that does not contain electrical wiring or is not attached or intended to be attached
to an electrical energy SOurce.
Non-Conforming Sign (Legal)
Any advertising structure or sign which was lawfuliy erected and maintained prior to such time
as it came within the preview of this Code and any amendments thereto, and which fails to con-
form to all applicable regulations and restrictions of this Code, or a non-conforming sign for
which a special permit has been issued.
On-Premise Sign (On-Site Sign)
Any sign identifying or advertising a business, person, activity, goods, products or services
located on the premises where the sign is instalied and maintained, also known as a "pertinent"
or "accessory" sign.
Off-Premise Sign (Off-Site Sign)
This is a third party sign. It is a sign that advertises goods, products, services or facilities or
directs persons to a different location from where the Sign is instalied.
Outdoor Advertising Sign (Off-Site Sign)
Outdoor advertising signs which advertise goods, products or services not necessarily sold on
the premises on which the sign is located, are of three main types:
(1) Poster panels or bulietins normally mounted on a building wallar free-standing structure
with advertising copy in the form of pasted paper.
(2) Multi-prism signs - same as above, and alternating advertising messages on the one
display area.
(3) Painted bulletins. where the advertiser's message is painted directly on the background
of a wali-mounted or free-standing display area.
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A person recorded as such on official records and including duly authorized agent or notary,
a purchaser, devisee, judiciary; a~y person having a vested or contingent interest in the prop-
erty in question.
Parapet or Parapet Wall
That portion of a building wall that rises above the roof level.
Penthouse
A structure on top of a building roof such as houses an elevator shaft or similar form.
Person
Any individual, corporation, association, firm, partnership, and the like, singular or plural.
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Pole Sign
See "Ground Sign" or "Free-Standing Sign."
Portable Sign
Any sign not permanently attached to the ground or a building.
Premises
An area of land with Its appurtenances and buildings which, because of its unity of use, may
be regarded as the smallest conveyable unit of real estate.
Projecting Signs
A sign, other than a wall sign, which is attached to and projects from a structure or building face.
The area of double faced projecting signs are calculated on one face of the sign only.
Public Right-of-Way Width
The particular distance across a public street, measured from property line to property line.
When property lines on opposite sides of the public street are not parallel, the public right-of-
way width shall be determined by the city engineer.
Public Service Information Sign
Any sign intended primarily to promote items of general interest to the community such as time,
temperature and date, atmospheric conditions. news or traffic control, etc.
Real Estate or Property For Sale, Rent or Lease Sign
Any sign pertaining to the sale, lease or rentai of land or buildings.
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Roof Line
The top edge of the roof or the top of the parapet, whichever forms the top line of the building
silhouette.
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Any sign erected upon, against or directly above a roof or on top of or above the parapet of
a building.
Rotating Sign
Any sign or portion of a sign which moves in a revolving or similar manner, but not including
multi-prism indexing signs.
Seasonal or Holiday Signs
Signs such as Christmas decorations, those used for an historic holiday and installed for a
iimited period of time.
Sign
Any identification, description, illustration or device illuminated or non-illuminated which is vis-
ible from any public place or is iocated on private property and exposed to the pUblic and
which directs attention .to a product, service, place, activity, person, institution. business or
solicitation, including any permanently installed or situated merchandise; or any emblem, paint-
ing, banner, pennant, placard or temporary sign designed to advertise, identify or convey infor-
mation, with the exception of window displays and national flags. For the purpose of removal,
signs shall also include all sign structures.
Sign Legend
See "Copy,"
Sign Sticker
A sticker affixed either to the face or the channel of a sign visible from the street denoting the
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name of the manufacturer or designated servicing company for purpose of identification by city
officials.
Sign Structure
Any structure which supports, has supported or is capable of supporting a sign, including
decorative cover.
Special Purpose Sign
Any sign other than a business, non-accessory, identification sign, including but not limited to
traffic signs.
Street
A public highway, road or thoroughfare which affords the principal means of access to adjacent
lots, measured from property line to property line.
Swinging Sign
A sign installed on an arm or spar, that is not, in addition, permanently fastened to an adjacent
wall or upright pole.
Temporary Sign
A sign which is not permanently affixed. All devices such as banners, pennants, flags (not in~
tended to include flags of any nations) searchlights, twirling or sandwich type signs, sidewalk
or curb signs and balloons or other air or gas filled figures.
Temporary Window or Building Sign
A sign painted on the interior of a window or constructed of paper, cloth, or other like ma~
terial and attached to the interior side of a window or displayed on the exterior of a building
wall in order to direct attention of persons outside the building to a sale of merchandise or a
change in the status of the business.
Under Canopy or Marquee Sign
A sign suspended below the ceiling or roof of a canopy or marquee.
Unlawful Sign
A sign which contravenes this code or which the administrator may declare as unlawful if it be-
comes dangerous to public safety by reason of dilapidation or abandonment or a non-conform-
ing sign for which a permit required under a previous code was not obtained.
Use
The purpose for which a building, lot, sign or other structure is arranged, intended, designed,
occupied or maintained.
Wall Sign (or Facia Sign)
A sign attached to or erected against the wall of a building with the face in a parallel piane to
the plane of the building wall.
Window Sign
A sign installed inside a window for purposes of viewing from outside the premises. This term
does not include merchandise located in a window.
Underwriters' Laboratories (48)
In the United States, a non-profit organization which establishes standards for electrical and
mechanical equipment and materials and is commonly referred to as "UL." The electrical sec-
tion is known as "Underwriters' Laboratories (48)."
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PERMITS, FEES, INSPECTION AND INDEMNIFICATION
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Sec. 3.1. Permits Required
Except as otherwise provided in this code it shall be unlawful for any person to erect, con-
struct, enlarge, move or convert any sign in the city, or cause the same to be done, without first
obtaining a sign permit for each such sign from the Administrator as required by this Code.
These directives shall not be construed to require any permit for a change of copy on any
sign, nor for the repainting, cleaning and other normal maintenance or repair of a sign or sign
structure for which a permit has previously been issued, so long as the sign or sign structure is
not modified in any way. No new permit is required for signs which have permits and which
conform with the requirements of this Code on the date of its adoption unless and until the sign
is altered or relocated.
Every sign permit issued by the Administrator shall become null and void if manufacture is not
commenced within one hundred and twenty (120) days from the date of such permit. If work au-
thorized by such permit is suspended or abandoned for one hundred and twenty (120) days
any time after the work is commenced, a new permit shall be first obtained to do so, and the
fee will be one-half the amount required for a new permit for such work, provided that no
changes have been made in the original plans. Such permit may not be unreasonably withheld,
providing that proper application and payment of permit fees is complied with.
In emergency situations, work may be initiated and completed without first applying for a per-
mit. However, a permit shall be applied for within forty-eight (48) hours after the first working
day when work has commenced on the sign.
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Sec. 3.2. Sign Contractor's License
(a) Sign contractors to be licensed. No person shall perform any work or service for any
person or for any government entity for compensation, in or in connection with the erec-
tion, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, improvement, maintenance, con-
version or manufacture of any sign in the city, or any work or service in connection with
causing any such work to be done unless such person shall first have obtained a sign con-
tractor's license from the Administrator and paid the license fees provided for by the city.
or shall be represented by a duly licensed agent or sub-contractor.
(b) Before any manufacturer can engage in the manufacturing of an electrical sign, they must
demonstrate the ability to issue the Canadi!ln Standards Association electrical label pert-
inent to electric signs or the Underwriters' Laboratory (48), electrical signs specification.
or some similar electrical labelling requirement.
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Sec. 3.3. Indemnification for Sign Installation and Maintenance
As a condition to the issuance of a business license as required in the City Code, all persons
engaged in the business of installing or maintaining signs which involves, in whole or part,
the erection, alteration,' relocation, maintenance of a sign or other sign work in or over or im-
mediately adjacent to a public right-of-way or public property so that a portion of the public
right-of-way or public property is used or encroached upon by the sign installer, shall agree
to hold harmless and indemnify the city, its officers, agents, and employees, from any and all
claims of negligence resulting from the erection, alteration, relocation, maintenance of a sign or
other sign work insofar as this Code has not specifically directed the placement of a sign.
Sec. 3.4. Insurance
Every applicant for a license shall, before such license is granted, file with the Province or State
a satisfactory certificate of insurance to indemnify the Province or State, town or municipality
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agains1 any form of liability to a minimum of five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000), or shall
be responsible through any agent or sub-contractor. The insurance shall be maintained in full
force and effect during the term of the business license and said insurance policy or certificate
shall provide that the city be notified of any cancellation of the insurance ten days prior to the
date of cancellation.
Sec. 3.5. Federal, Provincial or State Licenses
Federal, Provincial or State licenses as applicable. Any sign company seeking to erect, con-
struct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, maintain, convert or manufacture any sign shall
demonstrate and register with the city a statement that they have all of the necessary licenses
from all other governmental agencies applicable, or shall be represented by a duly licensed agent
or sub8contractor.
Sec. 3.6. Permission to Install
No person shall erect, construct or maintain any sign upon any property or building without the
consent of the owner or person entitled to possession of the property or building if any, or their
authorized representatives.
Sec. 3.7. Application for Permit
Application for a permi1 shall be made to the Administrator upon a form provided by the Ad-
ministrator and shall be accompanied by such information as may be required to assure com-
pliance with all appropriate laws and regulations of the city including:
(1) Name and address of owner of the sign.
(2) Name and address of owner or the person in possession of the premises where the sign is
tocated or to be located.
(3) Clear and legible drawings with description definitely showing location of the sign which
is the subject of the permit and all other existing signs whose construction requires per-
mits, when such signs are on the same premises.
(4) Drawings showing the dimensions, construction supports, sizes, electrical wiring and com-
ponents, materials of the sign and method of attachment and character of structural mem-
bers to which attachment is to be made. The design, quality, materials and loading shall
conform to the requirements of 1he Buiiding Officials' & Administrative Code (B.O.A.C.),
as amended. If required by the Administrator, engineering data shall be suppiied on plans
submitted certified by a duly licensed engineer.
Sec. 3.8. Issuance - Denial
The Administrator shall issue a permit for the erection, alteration, or relocation of a sign within
the city when an application therefor has been properly made and the sign complies with all
appropriate laws and regulations of the city.
The Administrator may, in writing, suspend or revoke a permit issued under provisions of this
Section whenever the permit is issued on the basis of a mis-statement of fact or fraud. When
a sign permit is denied by the Administrator, he shall give written notice of the denial to the
applicant, together with a brief written statement of the reasons for the denial,
Sec. 3.9. Effect of Issuance'
No permit for a sign issued hereunder shall be deemed to constitute permisSion or authoriza-
tion to maintain an unlawful sign nor shall any permit issued hereunder constitute a defense
in an action to abate an unlawful sign.
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Sec. 3.10. Permit Fees
Application for permits shall be filed with the Administrator, together with a permit fee as speci-
fied by the Administrator, for each sign in accordance with the foliowing schedule; provided,
however, that the minimum fee f~ a permit, exclusive of any permit costs for electrical com-
ponents, shall be not less than five ($5) dollars for any sign valued at fifty ($50) dollars or less,
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and not less than ten ($10) dollars for any sign valued at more than fifty ($50) dollars. In ad-
dition, when any sign is hereafter erected, placed, installed or otherwise established on any
property prior to obtaining permits as required by this Section, the fees specified hereunder
shall be doubled but the payment of such double fee shall not relieve any person from comply-
ing with other provisions of this Section or from penalties prescribed herein.
(1) On-premise Signs.
All on-premise signs visible from a public street shall be calculated at a basis of thirty
(30) cents a square foot.
(a) The calculation on a free-standing pole, ground, monument or any similar or roof sign
shall be based only on one face of the sign. That calculation shall be based on the
largest face of the sign.
(b) Facia or wall signs: only the copy area as calculated in this Code shall be included in
the above-mentioned fee.
(2) Off-premise Signs.
Oft-premise signs shall have a fee based at tive (5) cents a square toot. This fee shall
relate to only one face at the sign but be calculated on whichever is the largest exposed
face of the sign and shall be based on the total changeable copy area of the largest face
on the off-premise signs that can be seen at anyone given time.
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Sec. 3.11. Sign Permit Appeals
(1) Appeai from deniai of permit. Appeal may be taken to the Sign Code Board of Appeals
from the Administrator's Denial of a sign permit.
(2) Appeal from failure of Administrator to grant permit within thirty (30) days. The Admini-
strator's failure to either formally grant or deny a sign application within thirty (30) days
of the date an application meeting the requirements of this Code is filed shall be grounds
for appeal to the Sign Code Board of Appeals, under the terms of Section 12 of this Code.
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Sec. 3.12. Notice of Change of Sign Owner or User
Whenever there is a change in the sign user, owner, or owner of the property on which the
sign is located, the new sign user, owner, or new property owner shall forthwith notify the
Administrator of the change. No new sign permit is required, unless the sign is altered or
relocated.
Sec. 3.13. Inspection
The person erecting, altering or relocating a sign shall noti1y the Administrator upon completion
of the work for which permits are required.
{a} Inspections. All free-standing signs snat! be" subiect to a footing inspection and all signs to
a final electrical inspection by the Administrator,
'{b) Sign pg.....lt RlOn~"'al and Oc..lH~~ulloll.
(1) All signs erected shall be inspe ed every two years to determine that the sign has been
maintains 'n such a manner as to ensure that the sign is in a safely maintained con-
dition as to e electrical, ructural and material specifications of this Code, and shall
be tagged to s signify.
(2) Any sign for whl h the t a-year inspection permit has not been secured and the sign
duly tagged with ate the appropriate month shall be removed at the owner's expense
after thirty (30) da rom written notification. The written notification shall come from
the Administrator.
(3) Fees for the lw ear inspection permit shall be one-half of the original application fee.
(4) Ail Sl ns al ear a t by four (2 x 4) inch label provided by the Administrator which
idenHfi t permit numb under which the sign was constructed. These labels shall
be Iffe nt color for alternate ars and shall indicate month and year of issue in 1
ch letters.
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(5) The bi-annual tag for he certification that the sign is in a safe condition as to its ma-
terial, el' trical (:f structural application shall be issued in two alternative methods:
(1) a Iicen ed Ign company shall duly certify and file with the city that fhe sign meets
as nearly a ossible all of the structural, electrical and material specifications set out
in this C iJe the laws or regulations of the city; or (2) alternatively, the city shall
send t an in ector and the inspector shall verify that the sign is in a safe condi-
tio ith respect its physical characteristics. The Administrator shall charge a rate
nnn nnnn dollars ($ non.... ".) an hour for such inspection of signs.
)7 (c) Maintenance. Every sign in the city, inclUding but not iimited to those signs for which permits
or for which no permits or permit tees are required, shaH be maintained in good structural
condition at all times, All signs, including those exempted, shall be kept neatiy painted,
including all metal parts and supports by which these conditions are deteriorating. The
Administrator shall inspect and have the authority to order the painting, repair, alteration
or removal of signs which become dilapidated or are abandoned, or which constitute
physical hazard to the pUblic safety.
e.. (d) Signs Declared Unlawful. The Administrator may declare any sign unlawful if it endangers
public safety by reasons of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation or abandonment. Any
such declaration shall state the reasons of the Administrator for stating that the sign con-
stitutes a safety hazard to the general public.
Any sign owned, kept, displayed or maintained by any person within the city, the ownership
keeping a display which is unlawful pursuant to the provisions of this Code, is hereby
declared to be in violation of this Code. The Administrator may declare any such sign
to be unlawful, and such declaration shall state in writing the reason or reasons why such
sign and the keeping, owning, maintenance, construction, and display or operation thereof,
is unlawful under the terms of this Code.
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SIGNS PERMITTED IN ZONING DISTRICTS OF CITY
NOTE: As there is quite a variation in the zoning requirements of different cities, and as there
is even some variation in the use of code letters and numbers tor different zones, this Code sets
out some general guidelines to difterentiate between signs permitted in residential zones, com-
mercial building zones, light and heavy industrial zones and light and heavy commercial zones,
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Sec. 4.1. Residential Zones, (Light Living Density)
Within any Residential Zone, signs Or nameplates are permitted as follows:
(a) For each single family home or duplex house, one nameplate not exceeding a combined
area of two square feet for each occupancy, Said nameplate shall not be subject to the
permit requirements of this Code,
(b) For multiple family uses, rooming and boarding houses, one identification sign for each
developed parcel, not exceeding twelve square feet in area,
(c) For non-residential uses, one identification sign and one bulletin board for each developed
parcel not exceeding a total of sixteen square feet in area for all signs,
(d) Identification signs, bulletin boards, and other similar structures for governmental agencies
which may be regulated by the city are subject to approval thereof by the Administrator,
(e) All signs shall be placed flat against a building or designed as part of an architectural feat-
ure thereof except that signs may be detached if they do not exceed a height of six feet
nor project into any required building set-back area.
(f) No height limit is specified for signs placed flat against or painted on the wall of a build-
ing or for other attached signs provided all other provisions of this Section are complied
with,
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Sec. 4.2. Commercial Building Zone, (Office Building)
Within the Commercial Building Zone, signs are permifled as follows:
(a) One identification sign and one bulletin board for each developed parcel not to exceed a
total of 32 square feet in area for all displays,
(b) All signs shall be placed flat against a building or designed as part of an architectural feat-
ure thereof. Signs may also be detached if they do not exceed a height of eight feet nor
project into any required building set-back area.
(c) No height limit is specified for signs placed flat against the wall of a building or for other
attached signs provided all other provisions of this Code are complied with,
NOTE: Oft-premise advertising in commercial business zones is traditional and accepted in
some cities but not in others, depending on density ratios, tradition and other factors, it is
recommended that in any given community, city officials discuss the subject with outdoor ad-
vertising people to consider that which is presently permissible in the community, as well as
the recommendafions of spacing formula suggested in Section 5.2,
Sec. 4.3. 8hQPpiR9 eeRIer aAd Highway Commercial Zones
Within the Shopping Center and Highway Commercial Zones, signs are permitted as tallows:
(a) One free-standing sign indicating only the name and nature of the occupancy for each de-
veloped parcel not to exceed one squalJ'Xoot of sign area for each lineal foot of _ ~ '
frontage abutting the developed portion of said parcel. p'"':iaed 11,,,1: """""'- ",/17< fflAm0u"-
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cess of three hundred feet of street
frontage, one additional free-standing
sign may be erected for each addi-
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frontage in excess of the first three
hundred feet of street frontage abut-
ting the developed portion of said
parcel. (see Fig, 1).
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(2) Where a developed parcel is permitted to have more than one free-standing sign under
these regulations, the distance between said free-standing signs on each parcel shall be
not less than 300 feet.
(3) Subject to provisions of Section 5 of this Code, the total area of all free-standing signs
on each parcel shall not exceed one square foot of sign area for 8ach linear foot of street
frontage of the deveioped portion of said parcel.
(b) No free-standing sign shall be located
nearer than five feet to an interior
property line. (Fig. 2).
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(c) One wall or facia sign indicating only the name and nature of the occupancy, for each
occupancy within the developed parcel. Said sign shall not exceed a total area of three
square feet of copy for each linear foot of building occupancy or that area of copy per-
mitted in Section 5.3, whichever is the lesser. If such occupancy is on a corner, one wall
sign will be permitted for each face. If the building includes a canopy, each tenant will
be permitted one under canopy sign in conformity with Section 5.6.
(d) No free-slanding sign shall exceed the height or area established by Tabie 1, Section 5.1.
No height limit is specified for signs placed flat against the wall of a building, painted on
the wall 01 a building or for other attached signs provided all other provisions 01 this Code
are compiied with.
(e) With the exception of a free-standing sign, a sign may be located within or proje5\,in~
required front or street sldeyard set-back area, If the set-back area exceeds -li>ffl. leet.
However, no sign may project into or over an abutting public right-of-way except as other-
wise provided for in this Code.
(f) Free-standing signs shall be located so as to provide and maintain the same front and
street sideyard set-backs as that required for a building on the same parcel.
NOTE: Shopping center and highway commercial zones vary from city to city from very brief
pocket zones to strip zones many blocks in length. Off-premise signage, therefore, would be
suitable in some communities and not in others and must be assessed on an individual basis by
city authorities in consultation with outdoor advertising people.
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Sec. 4.4. Heavy Density Commercial and Industrial Zones
Signs permitted in heavy density, commercial zones and industrial zones are those outlined in
Regulations and Limitations of Permitted Signs, Section 5 of this Code.
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Sec. 4.5. Medium Density Industrial Park Zones
Within the Medium Density Industrial Park Zones, signs are permitted as follows:
(a) One free-standing sign indicating only the name and nature of the occupancy for each de.
veioped parcel not to exceed one square foot of sign area for each lineal foot of street
frontage abutting the developed portion of said parcel, provided that:
(1) Where a developed parcel has in excess of three hundred feet of street frontage, one
additional free-standing sign may be erected for each additional three hundred feet
of street frontage in excess of the first three hundred feet of street frontage abutting
the developed portion of said parcel.
(2) Where a developed parcel is permitted to have more than one free-standing sign under
these regulations, the distance between said free.standing sign on each parcel shall be
not less than 300 feet.
(3) Subject to provisions of Section 5 of this Code, the total area of all free-standing signs
on each parcel shall not exceed one square foot of sign area for each linear foot of
street frontage of the developed portion of said parcel.
(b) One wall or facia sign indicating only the name and nature of the occupancy, for each
occupancy within the developed parcel. Said sign shall not exceed a total area of three
square feet of copy for each linear foot of building occupancy or that area of copy per-
mitted in Section 5.3, whichever is the lesser. If such occupancy is on a corner, one wall
sign will be permitted for each face. If the building includes a canopy, each tenant will be
permitted one under canopy sign in conformity with Section 5.6.
(c) No free-standing sign shall exceed the height or area established by Table 1, Section 5.1.
No height limit is specified for signs placed flat against the wall of a building, painted on
the wall of a building or for other attached signs provided all other provisions of this Code
are complied with.
(d) No free-standing sign shall be located nearer than five feet to an interior property line.
(e) With the exception of a free-standing sign, a sign may be located within or project into a
required front or street sideyard set-back area, if the set-back area exceeds five feel.
However, no signs may project into or over an abutting public right-of-way except as
otherwise provided for in this Code.
(f) Free-standing signs shall be located so as to provide and maintain the same front and
street sideyard set-backs as are required .for a building on the same parcel.
NOTE: Medium density industrial park zones vary from city to city from very brief pocket
zones to strip zones many blocks in length. Off-premise signage, therefore, would be suitable
in some communities and not in others and must be assessed on an individual basis by city
authorities in consultation with outdoor advertising people.
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Within the Limited Commercial Zone, signs are permitted as follows:
(a) Two signs for each occupancy - one free-sfanding sign in the Regulations and Limitations
set forth in Section 5, and one wall or facia sign as set forth in the Regulations and Limita-
tions of Section 5.
(b) One projecting sign as set forth in the Regulations and Limitations of Section 5, and one
wall or facia sign as set forth within the Regulations and Limitations of Section 5.
(e) One under canopy sign as set forth within the Regulations and Limitations, Section 5,
and one wall or facia sign as set forth in the Regulations and Limitations of Section S.
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(d) Under canopy or marquee sign as set forth within the Regulations and Limitations of
Section 5, and one free-standing sign as set forth within the Regulations and Limitations
of Section 5.
NOTE: Limited commercial zones vary tram city to city tram very brief pocket zones to strip
zones many blocks in length. Off-premise signage, there/ore, would be suitable in some com-
munities and not in others and must be assessed on an individual basis by city authorities in
consultation with outdoor advertising people.
Sec. 4.7. Medium Density Commercial and Industrial Zones
Within the Medium Density Commercial and Industrial Zones, signs indicating the business,
commodities, service, industry, or other activity sold, offered, or conducted on the premises are
permitted as follows:
(a) Two signs for each occupancy - One free-standing sign in the Regulations and Limitations
set forth in Section 5, and one wall or facia sign as set forth in the Regulations and Limita-
tions of Section 5.
(b) One projecting sign as set forth in the Regulations and Limitations of Section 5, and one
wall or facia sign as set forth within the Regulations and Limitations of Section 5.
(c) One under canopy sign as set forth within the Regulations and Limitations, Section 5, and
one wall or facia sign as set torth in the Regulations and Limitations of Section 5.
(d) Under canopy or marquee sign as set forth within the Regulations and Limitations of Sec-
tion 5, and one free-standing sign as set forth within the Regulations and Limitations of
Section 5.
(e) Off-premise signs may be erected and maintained within the Spacing Regulations and lim-
itations set forth in Section 5.
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Section ,,5 1/7
REGULATIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF PERMITTED SIGNS
Sec. 5.1. Free-Standing (Ground) Signs
(a) One ground sign is permitted for each premises having frontage on a public right~of-,^"ay
(b) Where a parcel has in excess of 300
feet of frontage, one additional free-
standing sign may be erected for
each additional 300 feet of street
frontage in excess of the first 300 feet
of street frontage abutting the de-
veloped portion of said parcel.
(Fig. 3).
(c) The occupant may elect to combine the allowable area of two or more ground signs, where
permitted, into one ground sign with a maximum allowable area not to exceed or~e square
(oat for everyone linear toot of frontage along the same right-of-way, up 10 the ~laXln,,",rn
established in Table 1, Section 5. If a sign has more than one face, the tolal perm:!tEC area
may not exceed twice the area permitted for one face.
(d) Where a premises fronts on more
than one public right-of-way, or street.
excluding alleys and serviceways, the
provisions of paragraph (b), Jf this
Section and Table 1, shall apply to
each frontage. (Fig. 4).
(e) No free-standing sign may exceed in height the distance measured from any por:.en oi 'ne
sign to the center of the adjoining public right-of-way, provided, however, that "Oe max,'
mum height of any portion of any free-standing sign or sign structure shall be In accorc-
ance with Table 1.
(f) Area. The maximum permitted area of a ground sign, except when the area of two or more
ground signs is combined into one sign, shall not exceed the figures shown In Tajie i
for each face of a double.faced sign or for the sole face of a single.faced free-S!an'Jing
sign.
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MAXIMUM PERMITTED HEIGHTS AND AREA OF GROUND
(Detached Signs)
PubliC
Right-af-Way
Widlh
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speed
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Area
each
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Maximum
Height
from grade
60 feet or less 15 - 20
25 -30
35 - 45
50 -
More than 60 feet" 15 - 20
25 - 30
35 - 45
50 -
Freeway-oriented ground signs:/:
40 sq. fL ...................20 ft.
75 sq. It. ...... ...... .....25 ft.
150 sq. fL.................... 30 ft.
200 sq.fL...... .. ............40 ft.
50 sq. fL..................... 25 ft.
150 sq. fL.....................30 ft.
200 sq. fL...........40 ft.
250 sq. fL......... ............45 ft.
;<0 Msq. ft. .............. . 50 ft. See k Sec. 5.2.
. or officially designated as a major slreet or prime artery.
t in square leal; If more than one face, the total permilled area may not exceed twice the area permitted IOf one lace.
* localed within 660 feat or the freeway right-ol-way, and on premises within 1,500 leel of a freeway exll providing access to
the premises on which Ihe sIgn Is located.
TABLE 1 BONUS FOR LANDSCAPING AROUND BASE OF GROUND SIGNS
For each square foot of landscape gardening instalied at the base and properly maintained,
the user of a free-standing sign will be permitted one square foot of area over that normally
permitted, to a maximum increase of 50%;
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For each square foot of landscaped garden installed at the base and properly maintained, the
user of a free-standing sign will be permitted two inches additional height over that normally
permitted, to a maximum height increase of 120 inches.
Each square foot of iandscaped garden may only be counted once; however, the square foot-
age may be divided to entitle the user to both bonuses to that point where sufficient total foot-
age may permit increases to both maximums.
(9) Residential Proximity. Where premises zoned for commercial or industrial use are within
100 feet of the nearest boundary of any premises zoned for single-family or multiple-
family residential use on the same public right-of-way, free-standing signs and roof signs
erected and maintained on the commercial or industrial premises may not exceed 25 feet
in height (Table 1 if less height is. applicable) above the slreet grade. A free-standing sign
or roof sign must be set back from the public right-at-way from which it is intended to be
viewed Ihe same distance as any residentially zoned property tacing the same public right-
of-way within 100 feet from the sign. This provision affects oniy signs on commercial and
industrial premises on the same block and on Ihe same right-of-way as residential premises.
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(i) Minimum Clearance. Where a free-standing sign projects over a vehicular traffic area, such
as driveway or parking lot aisle, the minimum clearance between the bottom of the sign
and the ground shall be 14 feet.
(j) Projection Over Public Rights-of-Way. Free-standing signs shall be allowed to project over
pUblic street only to the same extent permitted for projecting signs.
Sec. 5.2. Off-Premise (Outdoor Advertising Sign)
Off-premise (third party or outdoor advertising) signs may be erecled on ground or wall loca-
tions (and roof locations such as can be done within Regulations and Limitations of roof signs)
in general, commercial or industrial zones, but not in residential zones, subject to the following
conditions:
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. double or single faced signs at right
angles to and, therefore, facing traf-
fic. on street A may be situated closer
than 300 feet to a similarly positioned
sign across the street at right angles
to and, therefore, facing traffic on
street B. (Fig. 8).
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720 sq. ft. of total area, or posters shall not exceed 300 sq. ft.
NOTE: Third party spectaculars are to be given special consideration in certain industriai and
commercial areas, as there are unquestionably areas in certain cities where they can become
the highest land uSe In an industrial, commercial or holding zone, such as Picadifly Circus,
Times Square, the Gardiner Expressway in Toronto, Las Vegas, the Ginza in Japan.
(.e) Structures...Jor.oU"pr.emiseusi.gns- shall--be"-'Ol" vertical -(cantiiever) construction and where
th"..back i$ yisibleit'shatt"tre" "siJit"ably painted or otherwise covered to present a neat and
pean .appearance.
(1) Jhe..-arca QIUUlld Urr-fJlt:lIl;;:,t:; ;;\;\;f1I-structures shall be kept clean and all scrub brush, tall
grass, et~e-cteNea-aw'ay to a distance of at least five feet to the rear and sides
Of~uC~1lS to the fro""1 property line, and if on a corner site to both property
lineS:-
(9) AJI eft pn;;llI;;:'C' ;:,i\:lll::i II I U;:,( Dc: iJl6lmir:lit9g sash day from G1b1gk t9 midnig.At.
(h) Site dtreeHoAakig-ASn-stta-I+-B-oFlfOIIII LV elll me requlrerll~llb f.e..F--.G.ff-&itc H'Iirel l5a1ty signs.
(i) No part of any olf"premise sign struc-
ture shall be closer to any street line
than the front line of the nearest
building within 100 feet. (Fig. g).
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(j) When an off-premise sign is erected
between two buildings that are with-
in 100 feet of the structure, no part
of said structure shall be erected
closer to any street line than a line
drawn from the nearest front corner
of the two buildings. (FIg. 10).
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(k) No off-premise sign or free-standing sign that is freeway-oriented and within 660 feet of
the edge of the freeway shall be more than 25 feet above the grade of the freeway or 50
feet above the grade of the site of the sign. The measurement that is higher is to prevail as
the height limit.
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Sec. 5.3. Wall (Facia) Signs
(al Area limits, wall signs - in all cases, all sign areas refer to the area of copy rather than
the area of the background.
NOTE: This has been done to encourage advertisers to install comprehensive wall or lacia
signs which olten cover unsightly transom windowS, etc., and substantially aid in the renovation
01 older buildings. Permitted background area, therelore, is the total area between the lintel bar
and the parapet on a one-storey building, or between the lintel bar and the Iloor level 01 the
1I00r above on a mufti-storied building. Commercialism is controlled by limiting the advertising
or copy area; however, copy area is bon used for advertisers who forego any other signage on
the same premises.
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Where an advertiser has no ground, roof
or projecting sign on the same premises.
4&% of the wall sign background erea
may be used for copy. (Fig. 11).
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CATEGORY 2.
Where an advertiser has a ground sign
but no rool or projecting sign on the
same premises, 30% of the wall sign
background area may be used for copy.
(Fig. 12). .
CATE RY 3
. . Where n a ertiser has a projecting or
roof si n ut no ground sign on the
same p ises. 15% of the wall sign
backgr d area may be used for copy.
(Fig. 1 ).
(b) WHERE INDIVIDUAL MOUNTED LETTERS ARE USED WITHOUT A SIGN BACKGROUND,
THE FOREGOING PERCENTAGES WILL APPLY, BUT WILL BE COMPUTED ON THE
AREA OF THE TOTAL FACADE BETWEEN THE LINTEL BAR AND THE PARAPET ON A
ONE-STOREY BUILDING, OR BETWEEN THE LINTEL BAR AND THE FLOOR LEVEL OF
THE FLOOR ABOVE ON A MULTI-STORIED BUILDING.
(c) The frontage factor is relative to each tenant's building frontage facing on each public
right-of-way, excluding alleys and serviceways.
(d) Premises fronting on more than one public right-of-way may not combine permissible
signs for one frontage with another frontage for the purpose of placing the combined
area of signs on One frontage.
(e) Any identification wall signs with non-illuminated leHers up to but not exceeding three
inches in height nor four square feet in area are not restricted and may be permiHed in
addition to regulated slgnage.
oof Signs
s are divided into the following two main categories: (See Figs. 14 and 15).
CATEGORY 1.
Roof signs on buildings which do not
exceed 40 feet in height and which are
designed for viewing by traffic passing
by the sign installation. (Fig. 14).
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CATEGORY\(1) ROOF SIGNS ON BUILDINGS WHICH DO NOT EXCEED 40 FEET IN HEIGHT
WITH A SIG/Il DESIGNED FOR ADJACE/IlT TRAFFIC AND ARE LIMITED TO TWO FACES.
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In Zones whef8 roof signs
permitted but BfS limited
10 ON-PREMISE slflns
Area Per Face
in Zones where
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25.30
35.40
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where sup orting building is in
a zone pe mitting root signs
100 sq. ft.
150 sq. ft.
200 sq. ft.
250 sq. ft.
300 sq. ft.
300 sq. ft.
300 sq. ft.
300 sq. ft.
300 sq. ft.
720 sq. ft.
NOTE: :4s sign code requires that roof signs appear as an architectural blade with no visibie
struct re, line 01 sight will reduce effective useable area as building height increases (See Table
28). Area aliowances, therelore, include thai which would have been seen as structurai sup-
p t in mosf former sign codes.
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CATEGORY (1) ROOF SIGNS ON BUILDINGS WHICH DO NOT EXCEED 40 FEET IN HEIGHT
WITH A SIGN DESIGNED FOR ADJACENT TRAFFIC AND ARE LIMITED TO TWO FACES.
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16 - 20 ft.
21 - 30 ft.
31 -40 H.
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FREEWAY-ORIENTED
where supporting building is in
zone permitting roof signs
25 It. above grade of freeway or 50 H. above grade
at ground level of supporting building. The measure-
ment that is higher to prevail.
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NOTE: As sign code requires that root sign~ appear 8S an architectural blade with no visible
structure, line 01 sight will reduce el/ective ~seable sign height as building height increases.
Height allowances, therefore, include that w~ich woufd have been seen as structural support in
most former sign codes. .I
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FROM DISTANT POINTS.
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same configuration as an architect-
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have occurred as part of the building
Itself. Such signs, therefore, are
treated as would be facia signs In
Category 1 (Section 5.4) as wall signs
applied to an existing penthouse.
(Fig. 15).
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that they appear as a1 ~rchitectural blade or penthouse and are finished in such a manner
that the visual appear,Mce from all sides is such that they appear to be a part of the build-
ing itself. (See Figs. /15 and 17).
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(d) All root signs must be set back a distance of at least lour feet trom all the outside walls
of the building on or over which they are located, It is the intention of this provision to
provide a ,Iear passageway around the sign.
(e) Roof signs may not rotate.
(I) For residential proximity regulations set forth in Section 5.1, (e) shall apply.
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Sec. 5.5. Projecting Signs
(a) Anyone tenant with frontage on a public right-ot-way is permitted to have one projecting
sign along that pUblic street. The projecting sign may exist instead of, but not in addition
10, a tree-standing sign or roof sign. Where a premises is allowed two free-standing
signs, the occupant may elect to substitute a projecting sign for one of the free-slanding
signs. If a premises has at least 300 t.~J,1 ::' frC'~itage 8jO~g anyone rlght-c:-'/;iJj' ~he occu-
pant may have two projecting signs.
(b) Subject to absolute limits 01 10' 0" horn the property Ilne and hvo 1eet back tram the curt.
line, projection over public domain is limited to 3" for each linear foot of building front
measured from the sign location to the nearest side line of premises. Subject to the same
maximum limits, signs on corner properties installed at 45 degrees to the corner are per-
mitted a 20% Increase on the formula. (Fig. 18, Fig. 19, Fig. 20).
Example:
50' store front with sign installed at
center point 25 x 3" = 75" projection.
(Fig. 18).
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Example:
50' store front - sign installed 10' from
neighbor 3 x 10" = 30" projection,
(Fig,19).
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Corner store with 25' shortest frontage.
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(c) No project',ng sign may rise more than 6' above the top of a parapet.
(d) Minimum Clearance. Projecting signs shall have a minimum clearance of 10 feet between
the bottom of the sign and the ground,
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above the parapet; however, where
there is a space between the edge
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(g) Illumination. Any sign projecting over a public street shall be directly illuminated (elec-
tric), except for awnings.
Sec. 5.6. Canopy (or Marquee) Signs
Where canopy signs are allowed such signs shall be subject to the following conditions:
(a) Area of copy may be three square feet per linear foot of canopy front and sides. Copy area
or any part of copy area allowed for one facing cannot be added to that allowed for other
facings. Subject to minimum height iimit of 9 feet from the sidewalk, copy may be installed
above, on the face of, or below the canopy proper, provided that where such sign is in-
stalled above or below, copy area will be computed on the total of the sign face and the
canopy apron proper.
(b) No portion of a canopy sign can be closer than one foot to a vertical line from the curb
face.
(c) On places 01 public entertainment such as theatres, arenas, meeting halls, etc., where one
or more changeable copy signs are allowed, the copy area allowance will be five square
feet per linear foot of canopy with a maximum total height limit of no more than five feet
at any point.
(d) In local commercial zones, the maximum copy area of canopy signs shall be two square
feet subject to the same conditions as in (a).
(e) A free-standing slgl supported by a
sign structure whiph Is imbedded In
the ground andif!v'n ependent of a can-
opy for structur support, may pro-
ject above and over a canopy. This
section shall ,oot be deemed to al-
Iowa free-st,mding sign to be located
over, in whole or in part,! the roof of
a building. A free-standing sign which
projects over a canopy shall comply
with all other applicable regulations
of this Code. (Fig. 23).
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(f) Under Canop.y Signs. Signs atttached
to the underside of a canopy shall
have a copy area no greater than six
square feet, with a maximum letter
height of nine inches, subject to a
minimum clearance of eight feet from
the sidewalk, and shall be mounted
as nearly as possible to right angles
of the building face. (Fig. 24).
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Sec. 5.7. Signs on Awnings
Signs consisting of one iine of letters not exceeding nine inches in height may be painted,
placed, or instailed upon the hanging border only of any awning erected and maintained in
accordance with this Code. An identification emblem, insignia, initial or other similar 1eature not
exceeding an area of eight square feet, may be painted, placed or ins tailed elsewhere on any
awning provided that any sign, emblem, insignia or other such similar item shall comply with
ail other provisions of this Code.
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Sec. 5.8. Sloping Roof Signs
A sign may be attached to the facia of or located on the sloping roof of a structure but may no! be
located so as to extend more than four feet above the upper edge of the facia of said sloping
roof but the top of the sign must be a minimum of one fool below the top roof line. (Figs. 25A
and 258).
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Sec. 5.9. Other Signs
(a) Incidental Signs.
Up to two incidental signs may be attached to a free-standing sign structure or to a buil(lIri;
wall, but may not be attached perpendicular to the wall. Such signs are restricted to tracing
stamps, credit cards accepted, official notices of services required by law, or trade alf:l,a-
tions. Area of each sign may not exceed five square feet; the total area of all such signs
may not exceed ten square feet.
(b) Directional Signs.
One such sign is permitted near each driveway. Area of each sign may not exceed h\e!\ e
square feet. Maximum permitted height shall be twelve feet.
(c) Manual or Automalic Changeable Copy Signs.
Any of the types of sign permitted in this Code may be permitted as manual or automatic
changeable copy signs.
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~ec. 5.10. Free-Standing Sign - Decorative Embellishments
On free-standing signs the sign struc-
ture may extend 'above the maximum
allowable height of the sign for embel-
lishment purposes. Under no circum-
stances, however, may such extension
exceed 20 per cent of the maximum al-
lowable height for the sign. Further,
such embellishment shall not include
thereon any symbol, representation, logo-
gram, insignia, illustration, or other form
of advertising message. (Fig. 26).
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PROHIBITED SIGNS
The following types of signs are expressly prohibited in all districts, except as otherwise pro-
vided J2.Y this Code: /'
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Sec. 6.1. Animated and Intensely Lighted Signs
No sign shall be permitted which is animated by means of flashing, scintillating, blinking or
travelling lights or any other means not providing constant illumination (unless specifically per-
mitted in special sign districts). Public service information signs and other electronic mesS2ge
cenlers classified as "changing signs" are permitted.
Sec. 6.2. Miscellaneous Signs and Posters
The lacking, pasting or otherwise affixing of signs of a miscellaneous character. visible from a
public way, located on the walls of buildings, barns, sheds, on trees, poles, posts. fences or olhe~
structure is prohibited unless otherwise permitted by this Code.
Sec. 6.3. Moving Signs
Except as otherwise provided in this Code, no sign or any portion thereof shall be perrnltte:::
which moves or assumes any motion constituting a non.statlonary or fixed condition except for
the rotation of barber poles, permissible changing signs or permissible multi.prlsm units. ;1'-
dexing multi.prism units must not exceed a speed of two complete revolutions every tv, enty sec-
onds. This section is not meant to prohibit any form of vehicular signage such as a Sign 3;;2cn2.J
to a bus or lettered on a motor vehicle.
Sec. 6.4. Abandoned Signs
Such business signs that advertise an activity, business, product or service no longer con~~C0::
or available on the premises on which the sign is located, shall be prohibited,
Sec. 6.5.
Parking of Advertising Vehicles Prohibited
No person shall park any vehicle or
trailer on a public right-ol-way or public
property or on private property so as to
be visible from a public right-of-way.
which has attached thereto or located
thereon any sign or advertising device
for the basic purpose of providing ad-
vertisement of products or directing pea.
pIe to a business or activity Jocate'd on
the same or nearby property or any other
premises, (Fig. 27).
This Section is not intended to prohibit any form of vehicular signage such as a sign altacr;e:J
to a bus or lettered on a motor vehicle.
Sec. 6.6. Public Areas
No sign shall be permitted which is placed on any curb. sidewalk, post. pole. electr':Jlier, n:> ,;-
rant, bridge, tree or other surface located on public property or over or across ::H~) s::':,,:< '::'
public thoroughfare except as may otherwIse expressly be authorized by thiS Code
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Sec. 6.7. Banners
(a) Banners, pennants, search lights,
twirling signs, sandwich board signs,
sidewalk or curb signs, balloons or
other gas-filled figures shall not be
used On a permanent basis. (Fig. 28).
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(b) Signs described in (a) above wi)) be permitted at the opening of a new business in a
commercia! or industrial district for a total period not to exceed 60 days and will be allowed
in residential districts in conjunction with an open house or mOdel home denlonslrat;on
conducted by a realtor for two days before the opening of such a demonstration to h^.O
days after and not to exceed a total period of 30 days,
Sec. 6.8. Flags
Flags other than those of any nation,
state or political sub-division or corpor-
ate flag are prohibited except as set
forth In (b) of this Section 6.7. (Fig. 29).
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Sec, 6,9, Swinging Signs
Swinging signs are prohibited.
Sec. 6.10. "A" Frame Signs
"A" frame or sandwich board, sidewalk
or curb signs are prohibited. (Fig. 30).
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Section 7
CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS
Sec. 7.1. Compliance with Building Code
All signs shall comply with the appropriate detailed provisions of the city Building Code relaling
to design, structural members and connections. Signs shall also comply with the provisions of
the applicable Electrical Code and the additional construction standards hereinafter set forth in
th is Section.
Sec. 7.2. Construction of Signs, Auxiliary Specifications
(a) Identification and Marking.
Each sign hereafter erected or remodelled shall bear, in a permanent position thereon a
clearly legible identification plate slating the name and adress of the owner of the sign.
and the person, firm or corporation responsible for its construction, erection and the date
of erection. Electrical signs shall be marked with input amperages at the full load input
similar to the CSA label or the UL(48).
(b) Sign Identification Tag.
Each sign shall have a two by four inch sticker placed on one of the faces of the sign that
identifies the permit number that was originally issued by the Administrator. This sticker shall
be renewed on a bi-annual bas'ls as provided for in this Code.
(c) Obstruction to Exits.
No sign shall be erected, constructed or maintained so as to obstruct any fire escape, re-
quired exit, window or door open'lng used as a means of egress.
(d) Obstruction to Ventilation.
No sign shall be attached in any form, shape or manner which will interfere with any
opening required lor ventilation. except that such signs may be erected in front of and
may cover transom windows when not in violation of the provision of the BUilding or Fire
Prevention Codes.
(e) Clearance from High Voltage Power Lines.
Signs shall be located in such a way that they maintain horizontal 3nd "/ertical clearance
of all overhead electrical conductors in accordance with National Electrical Code Speci-
fications, depending on voltages concerned. However, in no case shall a sign be installed
closer than 24 inches horizontally or vertically from any conductor or public utility guy
wire.
(I) Drainage.
The roofs of all marquees exceeding 40 square feet shall be properly guttered and con-
nected with downspouts to storm sewers so that water will not drip or flow into public
sidewalks or streets.
Sec. 7.3. Free-Standing Signs - Materials
All free-standing sign structures or poles shall be self-supporting structures erected on ana
permanently attached to concrete foundations. Such structures or poles shall be labricated
oniy from painted steel or such other materials as may be approved by the Building Code of
the city.
Sec. 7.4. Electric Signs
All electric signs shall be approved and labeled as conforming to the standards of the United
States Bureau of Standards, the Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standards As-
sociation (CSA), or other s'lmi\ar institutions of recognized standing, The full number of Illum-
Inating elements thereof shall be kept in satisfactory working condition or immediately repaired
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or replaced. Signs that are only partially illuminated shall meet all electrical reqUirements 1::r
that portion directly illuminated. All electric signs shall have a disconnecting switch IOC8!-2C .~
accordance with the provisions of the Safely Code.
Sec. 7.5. Glass
When glass is used for sign letters or trJnsparent panels, it shall be at least dou~le s!rl':':~"
thickness for sign areas up to and Including 300 square Inches. When glass IS uSc,-~ L,r ~
letters or transparent panels lor sign areas in excess of 300 square InC~leS at least Oll\?-qU3':':'
inch wire glass shall be used and the maXimum span between supports shall be !OUI- 100:
Sec. 7.6. Strength of Parapet Wall
A parapet wall must be designed for and have sufficient strength to support any Sign \':hlcr
attached thereto.
Sec. 7.7. Supports and Braces
Metal supports or braces shall be adequate for wind loadings. see Section 7.8, Vv'ire or (::,:>::-
supports shall have a safety factor of four. All metal, wire cable supports and braces anej all :..'C'.S
used to attach sign to bracket or brackets and signs to the supporting building or struc.urc :0:" .','
be of galvanized or 01 an equivalent material. There shall be no visible angle irons. or unslg'-'':
supports. All such sign supports shall be an integral part of the sign design. There shz:'! .',.-
pole cover on all free-standing signs unless the pole is an integral part 01 the sign
Sec. 7.8. Wind Loads
All signs, except those attached flat against the wall of a building shall be cons!r'.-cte: :J
stand wind loads as follows
For solid signs, 30 pounds per square foot on one face 01 the sign.
For skeleton signs, 36 pounds per square foot of the total face area 01 the lellers :,:~..: ::
sign surfaces, or len pounds per square 1001 01 the gi'OSS area of the sign os cet<2lnH~,;.~: ~'.'
overall dimenSions of the sign, whichever is greater.
NOTE The wind loadings quoted above are normal averages and must be ao)u5leC 10' .-
subject to unusually high velocity winds, for signs of extraordinary height or tor Cer?2,n ;,
tunneling effects created by large bUildings.
Sec. 7.9. Sign Anchoring
No sign shall be suspended by chains or other devices that will allow the Sign to s,\in~ -~..
to wind action. Signs shall be anchored to prevent any lateral movement that "",,,ouie C:~..3e
wear on supportlng members or connections.
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'.Section 8
EXEMPT SIGNS
Sec. 8.1. Permit Exceptions
The following operations shall nol be considered as creating a sign Insofar as requiring the
issuance of a sign permit, but the signs must be in conformance with a)) other building, struc-
tural and electrical laws and regulations of the city:
(a) Changing of the advertising copy or message on an eXisting approved painted or printed
sign, marquee, changeable copy sign or a similar approved sign whether electrical, illum-
inated, electronic changing message center or non-illuminated painted message which
are all specifically designed for the use of replaceable copy.
(b) Painting, repainting, cleaning or other normal maintenance and repair of a sign not in-
volving structural changes. Replacement of the plastic face will be included as an exempt
operation provided that it is due to a change caused by breakage and/or deterioration of
the face, but not for the substitution of a new or different advertiser.
(c) Changes in the content of show window displays and permitted temporary signs.
Sec. 8.2. Exempt Signs
(a) Construction Signs.
One construction sign per construction project not exceeding 32 square feet in sign area
in residential districts or 64 square feet in commerCial or industrial districts, provided that
such signs shall be erected no more than five days prior to the beginning of construction
for which a valid building permit has been issued, shall be confined to the site of construc-
tion, and shall be removed five days after completion of construction and prior to occu-
pancy.
(b) Directional or Instructional Signs.
Signs which provide direction or instruction and are located entirely on the property to
which they pertain and do not in any way advertise a business and do not exceed four
square feet in area, signs identifying rest rooms p:..:b~ic telephones, walkways. or signs
providing direction such as park'lng lot entrance and exit signs and those of similar
nature.
(e) Flags.
The flags, emblems, or insignia of any nation or political sub-division or corporate Lag
(d) Governmental Signs.
Governmental signs for control of traffic and other regulatory purposes, street signs.
danger signs, railroad crossing signs, and signs 01 pu611c service companies Hldlcatlng
danger and aids to service or safety which are erected by or on the order of, a D~Jblic
officer In the performance 01 hiS publiC duty.
(e) Holiday Decorations.
Signs of a primarily decorative nature, clearly incidental and customary and commonly
associated with any national, local or religious holiday; provided that such signs shall be
displayed for a period 01 not more lhan 60 consecutive days nor more than 60 days in
anyone year, Such signs may be of any type, number, area, height, illumination or ani-
mation; and shall be set back 10 feet from all boundary lines of the lot, provided that a
clear area be maintained to a height of 72 inches, within 55 feet of the intersection of
two streets, a railroad and a street and a street and driveway.
(f) House Numbers and Name Plates.
House numbers and name plates not exce~ding two square feet In area lor each resI-
dential building.
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(g) Interior Signs.
Signs located within the interior of any building or stadium, or within an enclosed lobby
or court of any building, and signs for and located within the inner or outer lobby, court or
entrance of any theatre, that are not visible from the public right-ot-way, This does not.
however, exempt such signs from the structural, electrical. or material specifications as see
out in this Code.
(h) Memorial Signs.
Memorial signs or tablets, names of buildings and date of erection when cut Into an,
masonry surface or inlaid so as to be part of the building or when constructed of bronze
or other incombustible material.
(I) Notice Bulletin Boards.
Notice bulletin boards not over 24 square feel in area for medical, public, charitable or
religious institutions where the same are located on the premises of said institulian
Ii) No-Trespassing or No-Dumping Signs.
No-trespassing or no-dumping signs not to exceed one and one-half square feet In are:::
per sign and not exceeding four in number per lot, except that special permisSion may
be obtained from the Administrator for additional signs under proven special circumstances
(k) Occupant Signs.
One sign for each dwelling unit not to exceed two square feet 1[1 area indicating the narne
of the ocupant, location or identification of a heme professional office.
II) Piaques.
Plaques or name plate signs not more than two and one-half square feet in area whicn are
tastened directly to the building.
1m) Political and Campaign Signs.
Political or campaign signs on behalf of candidates for public office or measures on elec-
tion ballots provided that said signs are subject to the following regulations.
(1) Said signs may be erected not earlier than 45 days prior to said election and shall be:
removed within 15 days following said election.
(2) In any zone. only one stationary sign is permitted on anyone parcel of land Sa;;::
sign shall not exceed 32 square feet in aggregate area and, if detached S~311 ,,~.
exceed 6 feet in height. Said sign shall nol be erected in such a manner as iC C:'"
stitule a roof sign. It there should be more than one tenant. each tenant shali ~e
permitted the above allowed dimensions. NotWithstanding the provisions of thiS Su:"-
paragraph, a sign may be placed upon any legally existing sign structure. but no! s2
a.s to cover an already existing current sign
(3) No sign shall be located within or over the publiC righl-of-way
(n) Public Notices.
Official notices posted by public o11lcers or employees \n the performance of their d'-J~les
(0) Public Signs.
Signs required or specifically authorized for a publiC purpose by any law, statute or 0:'::-
inance; which may be of any type, number, area, height above grade, loca\\on. \1\un'o1r.2:'..'::!'
or animation, required by the law, statute or ordinance under which the signs are e~ect2C
(p) Real Estate Signs.
One real estate sign on any lot or parcel, provided such sign is located entirely within the
property to which the sign applies, is not directly illuminated, does not exceed six Squ3re:
~eet in area, and is removed within seven days after the sale. rental. or lease has 8eer;
accomplished.
(q) Permanent Window Signs.
Except in residential zones, ~or each ground floor occupancy of a building no! more !na!-
two permanent signs may be painted on or otherwise displayed from the InSide surLKo::
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of any window, showcase or other similar facility. Said signs shail be in addition fa those
signs permitted under the other provisions of this Code. The total copy area of such signs.
however, shall not exceed a maximum of 25 per cent of the total window area, or one
square foot per lineal front foot of the premises occupied, whichever is the lesser.
(r) Signs in the Display Window.
Signs in the display window of a business use which are incorporated with a display of
merchandise or a display relating to services offered which comply with sub-paragraph
(q) herein.
(s) SymbOls or Insignia.
Religious symbols, commemorative plaques of recognized historical agencies, or identifi-
cation emblems of religious orders or historical agencies, provided that no such symbol,
plaque, or identification emblem shall exceed four square teet in area, and provided
further that all such symbols, plaques and identification emblems shall be placed flat
against a building.
(t) Temporary Signs.
Temporary signs no! exceeding four square feet in area pertaining to drives or events of
civic, philanthropic, educational or religious organizations, provided that said signs are
posted only during said drive or no more than 30 days before said event and are removed
no more than 15 days after an event.
(u) Warning Signs.
Signs warning the public 01 the existence of danger, but containing no advertising ma-
terial, 01 a size as may be necessary, to be removed upon subsidence of danger.
(v) Neighborhood Identification Signs.
In any zone, a sign, masonry wall, landscaping and other similar materials or features may
be combined to form a display for neighborhood or tract identification, provided that the
iegend of such sign or display shali consist only of the neighborhood or tract name.
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Section 9
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REMOVAL AND DISPOSITION OF SIGNS
Sec. 9.1. Maintenance and Repair
Every sign including but not limited to those signs for which permits or for which no permits
or permit fees are required, shall be maintained in a safe, presentable and good structural ma-
terial condition at all times, including the replacement of defective parts, painting, repainting.
cleaning, and other acts required for the maintenance of said sign, The Administrator shall
require compliance with all standards of this Code, If the sign is not made to comply with ade-
quate safety standards the Administrator shall require its removal in accordance with this
Secl'lon,
Sec. 9.2. Abandoned Signs
Except as otherwise provided in this Code, any sign which is located on property which be-
comes vacant and unoccupied for a period of three months or more, or any sign which pertains
to a time, event, or purpose which no longer applies, shall be deemed to have been abandoned
Permanent signs applicable to a bUSiness temporarily suspended because of a change of own-
ership or management of such business shall not be deemed abandoned unless the property re-
mains vacant for a period of six months or more. An abandoned sign is prohibited and shall be
removed by the owner of the sign or owner of the premises.
Sec. 9.3. Dangerous or Defective Signs
No person shall maintain or permit to be maintained on any premises owned or controlled by him
any sign which is in a dangerous or defective condition. Any such sign shall be rernOvec or
repa'lred by the owner 01 the sign or the owner of the premises.
Sec. 9.4. Unlawful Signs
No person shall erect on any premises owned or controlled by him any sign which does not
comply with the provisions of this Code.
Sec. 9.5. Street Improvement Projects
Any sign projecting over a public right-of-way at the time of the effective date of this Coce
which was subject to removal or relocation at the owner's expense, pursuant to a permit or
other ordinance of the city, shall be removed by the owner or altered at the owner's expense
to comply with the regulations of this Code if, as the result of, or after completion at a street
improvement project, said sign does not or would not comply with the provisions of this Code.
Sec. 9.6. Removal of Signs by the Administrator
The Administrator shall cause to be remo\led any sign that endangers the public safety sucn
as an abandoned, dangerous, or materially, electrically or structurally defective sign or a sign
for which no permit has been issued. The Administrator shall prepare a notice which shall de-
scribe the sign and specify the violation involved and which shall state that if the Sign IS 1'101
removed or the violation is not corrected within ten days the sign shall be removed in accorQ-
ance with the provisions of this Section.
All notices mailed by the Administrator shall be sent by certified mail, Any time periods prOVided
in this Section shall be deemed to commence on the date of the receipt of the cerlified mail.
For all other signs the notice shall be mailed to the owner of the property on which the s'gn
is located as shown on the last equalized assessment roll. If known, or with reasonable care
should be known, the notice shall be mailed to or delivered to the owner of the sign and the
occupant of the property,
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, Any person having an interest in the sign or the property may appeal the determination of the
jldministrafor ordering removal or compliance by filing a written notice of appeal with the Sign
Code Board of Appeals within 30 days after the date of mailing the notice, or 30 days after
receipt of the notice if the notice was not mailed.
Notwithstanding the above, in cases of emergency, the Administrator may cause the immediate
removal of a dangerous or defective sign without notice.
Sec. 9.7. Disposal of Signs - Fees
Any sign removed by the Administrator pursuant to the provisions of this Section shall become
the property of the city and may be disposed of in any manner deemed appropriate by the city.
The cost of removal of the sign by the city shall be considered a debt owed to the city by the
owner of the sign and the owner of the property, and may be recovered in an appropriate court
action by the city or by assessment against the property as hereinafter provided. The cost of
removal shall include any and all incidental expenses incurred by the city in connection with
the sign's removal.
When it is determined by the Administrator that said sign would cause an imminent danger to
the public safety, and contact cannot be made with a sign owner or building owner, no written
notice shall have to be served. In this emergency situation, the Administrator may correct the
danger, all costs being assessed as contained in the following sub-sections (a) through (h):
(a) The notice given by the Adm.lnistrator shall state not only the remedial action required to
be taken, but shall also state that it such action is not taken within the time limits set
forth in this Code, the cost of correcting the unlawful feature of the sign may be assessed
against the property on which the sign is located, together with the additional five per cent
for inspection and incidental costs and an additional ten per cent penalty for the cost of
collection, and collected in the same manner as real estate taxes against the property.
(b) In the event that the owner of the premises, or person entitied to the possession, or the
owner of the sign, shall fail, neglect or refuse to comply with the notice to repair, rehabili-
tate or demolish the sign to be declared to be unlawful, the owner of the sign, the Owner
of the premises upon which the sign is located, and the person entitled to possession
thereof (if other than the owner of the premises), or all or any of them, may be prosecuted
for violation of this Code. The Administrator may remove the sign declared to be unlawful.
(c) If it shall be necessary for the Administrator to remove a sign pursuant to the provisions
hereof, bids shall be taken when the estimated costs of demolition exceed $500.00.
When completed, the Administrator shall certify to the clerk the legal description of the
property upon which the work was done, together with the name of the owner thereof, as
shown by the tax rolls of the related municipal area, together with a statement of work
performed, the date of performance and the cost thereof.
(d) Upon receipt of such statement, the clerk shall mail a nofice to the owner of said prem-
ises as shown by the tax rolls, at the address shown upon the lax rolls. by certified mair,
postage prepaid, notifying such owner that the work has been performed pursuant to this
Code, stating the date of performance of the work, the nature of the work, and the de+
manding payments of the costs thereof (as certified by the Administrator), together with
five per cent for the inspection and the other incidental costs in connection therewith,
Such notice shall state that if said amount is not paid within thirty (30) days of mailing the
notice, it shall become an assessment upon and a lien against the property of said owner,
describing the same, and will be certified as an assessment against the property, together
with a ten per cent penalty, for collection in the same manner as the real estate taxes upon
the property.
(e) If the clerk shall not receive payment within a period of 30 days following the mailing of
such notice, the clerk shall inform the council of such fact and the council shall there-
upon enact a resolution assessing the whole cost of such work, including five per cent
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for inspection and other incidental costs in connection therewith upon the lots and tracts
of land from which the sign has been removed, together with a ten per cent penalty tor
the cost of collection.
(I) Following passage of such resolution upon third reading. the clerk shall certify the same
to the treasurer, who shall collect the assessment, including the ten per cent penalty
of cost for collection, in the same manner as other taxes are collected.
(g) Each such assessment shall be a lien against each lot or tract of land assessed, until paid.
and shall have priority over all other liens except general taxes and prior special assess-
ments.
(h) For all purposes hereinafter the owner of the premises shall be presumed to be the owner
of all signs thereon, unless the contrary shall appear from facts brought to the attention 01
the Administrator.
If the costs are to be assessed against the property, a hearing to confirm the said cost shall be
held before the council. At such hearing the owner of the property or other interested person
may appear and object to the proposed assessment. Notice of the hearing shall be given at
least ten days prior to the date of the hearing to the property owner by mailing a notice of the
hearing to the address of said property owner as shown on the last equalized assessment roll
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Section 10
LEGAL NON-CONFORMING SIGNS
Sec. 10.1. Legal Non-Conforming Signs
(a) Notification of Non-Conformity, After the enactment of this Code, the Administrator shal"
as soon as practicable, survey the Cily or signs which do not conform to the require-
ments of this Code. Upon determination that a sign is non-conforming, the Administrator
shall use reasonable efforts to so notify either personally or in writing the user or owner
of the property on which the sign is located of the following: (i) the sign's non-conformity;
and (ji) whether the sign is eligible for characterization either as legal non-conforming or
unlawful. Failing determination 01 the sign owner, user, or Owner of the property on which
the sign is located, the notice m3Y be affixed in a conspicuous place to the sign or to the
business premises with which the sign is associated.
(b) Signs Eligible for Characterization as "Legal Non-Conforming." Any sign located within the
city limits on the date of adoption of this Code, or iocated in an area annexed to the city
thereatter, which does not conform with the provisions of this Code, is eligible tar char-
acterization as a "legal non-conforming" sign and is permitted, provided it also meets
the tollowing requirements:
(1) The sign was covered by a sign permit or variance on the date of adoption of this Code
if One was required under applicable law; or
(2) if no sign permit was required under applicable law for the sign in question, the sign
was in aJl respects in compliance with applicable law on the date of adoption of this
Code,
(c) Loss of Legal Non-Conforming Status. A iegal non-conforming sign shall immediately iose
its legal non-conforming designation if;
(1) the sign is altered in any way in structure or copy (except for changeable copy signs
and normal maintenance), which tends to or makes the sign less in compliance with
the requirements of this Code than it was before the alteration; or
(2) the sign ;s relocated to a position making it less in compliance with the requirements
of this Code; or
(3) the sign is repiaced; or
(4) on the happening of anyone of (1), (2, Or (3) the sign shall be immediately brought
into compliance with this Code with a new permit secured therefor, or shall be re-
moved.
Sec, 10.2, Legal Non-Conforming Sign Maintenance and Repair
Nothing in this Section shall relieve the owner or user of a legal non-conforming sign or owner
of the property on which the legal non-conlorming sign is iocated trom the provisions of this
Code regarding safety, maintenance and repair of signs, contained in this Code, provided, how-
ever, that any repainting, cleaning and other normal maintenance or repair of the sign or sign
structure shali not modify the sign structure or copy in any way which makes it more non-con-
forming or the sign may lose its legal non-conforming status.
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Section 11
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SPECIAL SIGNS AND SIGN DISTRICTS
Sec. 11.1. Subdivision Development Signs
The Administrator may issue a special permit for a temporary sign in any zone in connection with
the marketing of lots or structures in a sub-division, subject to the following condilions:
(a) Time Limit: Such permitS may be issued for a period not \0 exceed one year. The Ad-
ministrator may renew such permits for additional periods of up to one year for each
permit upon written application at least 30 days prior to ils expiration.
(b) Type of Sign: Signs as used in Ihis Section refer to all types of signs except signs exempted
under Section 8 of this Article, and those prohibited under Section 6 01 this Arllcle.
(c) Legend: The ollsite sign may contain advertising in connection with the name of the sub-
div'lsion, development Hrm, building contt actof! real estate sales firm, and may refer to
materials, appliances, supplies and builcing trades used in construction 01 the dwelling
units, or services provided by the developer.
(d) Location: Any subdivision development sign shall comply with all applicable setback re'
quirements for the zoning district in which the property is located. No such sign shall be
permitted to rema'ln in one subdivision or in one unit of a subdivision for the purpose 01
advertising the sale of lots or structures in another subdivision, or another unit within the
same subdivision, without the express permission of the Administrator,
Sec. 11.2. Signs for Special Events
Temporary slgns, not in excess of four square feet in area, may be erected as participation in
a public parade, public event or public celebration for a period not to exceed ten days, provided.
however, the ereclion of such sign shall be approved by the Administrator.
Sec. 11.3. Non-Exempt Signs for Direction or Instruction
Signs in excess of eight square feet in area which provide traffic direction or instruction to the
public shall be allowed in any zone, provided such signs are located entirely on the property
to which they pertain, and do not contain any advertising message, In addition, the Admini-
strator, with the approval of the city traffic eng'lneer, may authorize the plaCIng of directional
signs at appropriate street intersections or other locations for the convenience of the motoring
public; such signs shall pertain to places of general interest such as schools, hospitals, publiC
build'lngs, airports, fair grounds and other similar public service facilities.
Sec. 11.4. Special Sign Districts
Merchants occupying 60% or more of the street frontage in feet of properties on both sides of
the street in any defined area may petition for the formation of a special Sign District. ThiS
might be done for such reasons as to create an area with a particular ethnic atmosphere, to
simulate an historic period, theatre or entertainment area, or other sim'llar purpose, A group of
properW owners or persons in the right of possession will be chosen by the merchants to rep-
resent them. The group shali not exceed ten (10) members and shall comprise the governing
body of the S'lgn District. This body will draw up the criteria for signs in the district and sub,
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mit such criteria to council for approval. Council will instruct the city clerk to notify all owners
or persons in the righ1 of possession within the boundaries of such district ten (10) days prior
to the hearing, after which the council may approve the special Sign District or may veto it.
Said veto can only be effected by a three-quarters vote of the council. If the criteria for the
special Sign District is approved and becomes effective, the city shall publish them as [egu~
lations of a Sign District in the same manner as a Code of the City.
Special Sign Districts to be established
at the request of 60 per cent of the mer-
chants measured by properly frontage.
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SIGN CODE BOARD OF APPEALS
Sec. 12.1. Sign Code Board of Appeals Created
There is hereby created a Sign Code Board of Appeals (hereinafter referred to as the "Board")
to review decisions of the Administrator, to grant variances from the requirements of this Code.
to make suggestions for the amendment of this Code, and to advise the Administrator.
Sec. 12.2. Membership of Board
The Board shall consist of seven voting members and two non-voting members, all of whom
shall be appointed and removable by the council. Each member shall serve without compensa-
tion and for a term of three years, or until his successor is appointed after the expiration of
his term. First appointees to the Board shall, however, serve staggered terms of: three for 1
year; three for 2 years, and three for 3 years, respectively. Vacancies on the Board shall be
filled by appointment of the council for the unexpired term of the vacating member.
Sec. 12.3. Identity of Voting Members
The seven voting members of the Board shall represent the interests of the city as a whole.
No voting member shall be a city employee or have any financial interest in the sign industry.
Sec. 12.4. Identity of Non-Voting Members
Of the two non-voting members of the Board, one shall be or have been actively employed in
or by the sign industry, and the other shall be or have been active in groups or organizations
principally interested in environmental beautification or betterment.
Sec. 12.5. Board Jurisdiction and Power
The Board shall have the power and duty to (a) hear and decide appeals by the sign permit
applicant from a decision of the Administrator denying, or failing to grant a sign permit w'lthln
30 days of application; (b) grant variances from the requirements of this Code as part of the
disposition of an appeal from action of the Administrator denying or failing to grant a sign
permit; (c) hear and decide appeals of a determination by the Administrator thai a sign must
be removed for non-compliance with this Code; or (d) make recommendations to the council for
changes to this Code; and (e) give advice to the Sign Code Administrator when asked.
Sec. 12.6. Criteria for Board D~cision
(a) Appeals Without Petition lor Variance. In appeals to the Board from decision of the Ad-
ministrator denying a sign permit in connection with which no petition for variance has
been filed, the Board's scope of review shall be limited to determining whether or not the
Administrator's decision is in accordance with the requirements of this Code and accord-
ingly, affirm or reverse his decision. No variance from the requirements of this Code shall
be granted or allowed. If the Administrator's decision is reversed, the Board shall direct
the Administrator to issue the permit In accordance with its decision. If the Administrator
fails to do so for five days from receipt of the direction from the Board, the Board may
issue the permit.
In appeais from failure of the Administrator to grant a permit within 30 days of applica-
tion, the Board shall determine whether the sign and the application meet the require-
ments of this Code. If so, the Board shall grant the permit; if not, the Board shall deny
the permit. No variance from the requirements of the Code shaii be granted or aiiowed.
(b) Appeals with Petition for Variance. In appeals from decision of the Administrator denying
or refusing to grant a sign permit in connection with which the appealing party or any
other interested party has filed a Petition for Variance, the Board shall have the power
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and duty to hear, decide and grant or deny the requested variance from the provisions
or requirements of this Code.
The Board may grant a variance from the provisions or requirements of this Code only
where:
(1) The literal interpretation and strict application of the provisions and requirements. of
this Code would cause undue and unnecessary hardship to the sign user because of
unique or unusual conditions pertaining to the specific building or parcel or property
in question; and
(2) the granting of the requested variance would not be materialiy detrimental to the prop-
erty owners in the vicinity; and
(3) the unusual conditions applying to the specific property do not apply generally to other
properties in the city; and
(4) the granting of the variance will not be contrary to the general objective of this Code
of moderating the size, number and obtrusive placement of signs and the reduction of
clutter.
Where there is insufficient evidence, in the opinion of the Board, to support a finding of "undue
and unnecessary hardship" under (a) above, but some hardship does exist, the Board may con-
sider the requirement lullilled if: (1) the proposed signing is of particularly good design and
in particulariy good taste; and (2) the entire site has been or will be particulariy well landscaped.
In granting a variance, the Board may attach thereto such conditions regarding the location,
character and other features of the proposed sign as it may deem necessary to carry oul the
spirit and purpose of this Code in the pUblic interest.
Sec. 12.7. Perfection of Appeal and Stay of Proceedings
An appeal with or without petition for variance may be considered by the Board only if:
(a) Written notice of appeal, with or without petition for variance, is filed with the Board:
(1) within 10 days of the decision of the Administrator denying a sign permit;
(2) within 40 days of the submission of a sign permit application which the Administrator
has neither granted or denied within 30 days.
(b) The notice of appeai is accompanied by a fee of $
(c) The appellant serves upon the Board a written statement of the reasons in support of his
position five days before the hearing on the appeal.
The Board shall, on its own motion, or on the motion of any interested party, dismiss an appeal
for failure of the appellant to meet any at the requirements of this sub-section or for failure of
the appellant to otherwise diligently prosecute the appeai, or if the Boord finds the appellant
has made any knowingly false Or misleading statements Or representations in his sign applica-
tion or appeal.
Sec. 12.8. Board Procedure
(a) General. The voting members of the Board shall choose a chairman from among their
number who shall serve a term of one year, and shall adopt rules and regulations for its
own government The presence of at least four of the seven voting members of the Board
and an affirmative vote of a majority of those present at any meeting shall be required for
any Board decision or action.
(b) Procedure Upon Appeals - Delivery of Sign Application to Board. Upon the filing of a
notice of appeal with the Board as provided in sub-section 12.7, the Administrator shall
promptly transmit to the Sign Code Board of Appeais, the appropriate application for a
sign permit, the written notice of denial with reasons therefor, together with ail plans,
specifications and other papers pertaining to the application. When the appeai is from
failure of the Administrator to grant a permit within 30 days, the Administrator shall, in
addition to the foregoing, furnish the Board with a brief written statement of the reasons
for the failure.
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(c) Statement in Support of Administrator's Position. Upon any appeal, the Adm'
in his discretion, furnish the Board with a written statement of his posilion (
and may therein repiy to the position of the appellant. Such statements r
with the Board of Appeais at teast 10 days in advance of the hearing On the
(d) Administrator's Appearance al the Hearing. The Administrator may attend
position at any appeal or variance hearing.
Sec. 12.9. Advice from Board of Appeals
The Administrator may seek the advice of the Board of Appeals on novel or difficl
signs, Or questions that arise under this Code. However, such advice given shall ,
Administrator.
Sec. 12.10. Notice of Hearing
The Board shall hear and decide appeals within 30 days of the fiiing of the noliCE
Notice at the hearing on an appeai shail be given by the Board not less than 10 days
hearing to (a) the appellant, in writing. at the address given On the notice of app
Administrator, in writing; (c) to any person filing a written statement in OPPosition te
lant's Position taken in the appeai; (d) any person filing a written requeSI with the City
notice of Board hearings in the 6 months tollowing giving of the requesl; (e) to thE ,
posting a copy of the notice of hearing in a conspicuous place within the City Hall.
property Owners in the vicinity of the property which is concerned in the appeal
three placards in conspicuous places on or within 50 feet of the property concerned. Sl
and placards shall be in a form prescribed by the Board and shall set forth the time,
purpose of the hearing.
Sec. 12.11. Hearing
All hearings of the Board shall be open 10 the public, and those in attendance shall b,
an Opportunity, the length and conditions at which shall be prescribed by Ihe Board, I
the Board on issues to be determined. The appellant and the AdminiSlralor shall bE
an Opportunity to address the Board on any matter at issue, Any party or interested pE
be represented by another at the hearing.
Sec. 12.12. Hearing Minutes and Decision
The Board shall keep minutes of its proceedings, shali cause to be kept a verbatim reco
hearing On any appeal together with its tindings of fact in support of that decision, all
shall be open to pUblic inspection, Copies of the Board's decisions On appeais and pel
variances shall be mailed or delivered to the appiicanl, to the Administralor, and 10 pers
requests for special notice of hearings pursuant to Section 12.10(d), The verbatim recore
discarded by the Board one (1) year after the hearing.
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Sec. 12.13. Council Review of Board Decisions
Review or appeal of any Board decision may be taken by any interested person to the Cc
(a) The Petition for Review must be served on the Council within 30 days at the Board's
Or delivery of its decision to the appellant;
(b) The record transmitted by the Board shall include the verbatim record of the hearin
untranscribed form.
Sec. 12.14. Clerical Assistance for Board
The office of the City Clerk shail furnish the Board with the clerical and administrative
tance Ihat it requires.
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Sec. 13.1. Code Administrator
The Administrator shali be chosen and shali serve at the pleasure of the Council. The Admini-
strator is hereby authorized and directed to enforce and carry out ali provisions of this Code,
both in letter and spirit, with vigilance and with all due speed. The Administrator is authorized to
promuigate regulations and procedures consistent with the purpose of this Code, toward that
end. The Administrator is further empowered to deiegate the duties and powers granted to and
imposed upon him under this Code. As used in this Code, "Administrator" shali include his
authorized representative.
Sec. 13.2. Inspection by Administrator
The Administrator is hereby empowered to enter or inspect any building, structure, or premises
in the City upon which, or in connection with which a sign, as defined by this Code, is located,
for the purpose of inspection of the sign, its structural and electrical connections, and to insure
compliance with the provisions of this Code. Such inspections shall be carried out during business
hours, unless an emergency exists.
Sec. 13.3. Code Violations and Enforcement
The remedies provided in this section, for violations of or failure to compiy with provIsions of
this Code, whether civil, criminal, or for sign removal, shaii be cumuiative and shail be in addition
to any other remedy provided by law. It Is intended that the civil penalty described herein shall
be used in preference fa the criminal penalty, except in case at repeated, malicious, wiltuliy
prolonged, or flagrant violations of this Code.
Except as ofherwise provided tn this code any sign which Is not In compliance with ali of the
provisions of this Code shali be referred to herein as an "unlawful" sign.
Sec. 13,4. Civil Remedies
The violation of or failure to comply with any of the provisions of this Code, or the erection, use
or dispiay of any sign not in compliance with ali of the provisions of this Code shali be and hereby
is declared to be unlawful.
(a) Injunction and Abatement. The City, through its authorized agents, including the Admin-
istrator, or any person, as defined in this Code, may initiate injunction or abatement pro-
ceedings or other appropriate action in a court of competent jurisdiction against any
person who violates or fails to comply With any provision of this Code or the erector, owner
or user of an unlawful sign or owner of the property on which an unlawful sign is loca1ed,
to prevent, enjoin, abate or terminate violations of this Code and/or the erection, use or
display of an unlawful sign.
(b) Civil Penally. Any person who violates or fails to compiy with any of the provisions of this
Code or the erector, owner, or user of an unlawful sign or the owner of property on which
an unlawful sign is located shall be subject to a civil penalty of $250 for each week or portion
thereof that the use or display of the unlawful sign has continued. Provided, however, that
the Owner of property on which an unlawful sign is located, who is not also the owner or
user of the unlawful sign, shall be subject to the penalty only if demand for removal Or
alteration of the unlawful sign shall have been mailed by registered mail, return receipt
requested, to said owner and the demand has remained uncomplied with for more than 30
days.
The party bringing the action to recover the civil penalty may retain any penalty levied
by the court, less court costs. In any suit brought by a person, as defined in this Code,
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the prevailing party shall recover judgment for his attorney's fees incurred in bringing the
action, in an amount deemed reasonable by the Court, against the non-prevailing party.
Sec. 13.5. Criminal Penalty
The violation of or 1ailure to comply with any of the provisions of this Code or Ine erection, use.
or display of any sign not in compliance with a)1 of the provisions of this Code shall be and hereby
is declared to be a misdemeanor.
Upon conviction, any person in violation of or failure to comply with any of the provisions of
this Code Dr the Dwner Dr user of an unlawful sign or the owner of the property upon which
an unlawful sign is located, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $250 or by imprisonment
for nol more Ihan 30 days tor each week, or porlion thereat, Ihat the violation or non-compliance
or use or display of the unlawful sign has continued. Every person concerned in the viola~ion ot
or failure to comply with the Code, whether he directly commits the act or aids or abets the same.
and whether present or absent, shall be proceeded against and held as a principal.
Provided, however, that the owner of property on which an unlawful sign is located, who is not
also the owner or user of the unlawful sign, shall be subject to the said misdemeanor penalties
only if demand for removal or alteration of the unlawfu! sign shall have been mailed by regi-
stered mail, return receipt requested, to said owner and the demand has remained uncomp\led
with for more than 30 days.
Sec. 13.6. Assurance of Discontinuance
As an additional means of enforcing this Code, the Administrator may accept an assurance of
Discon1inuance of any act or practice deemed in violatiDn of this Code or of any rule Or regu-
lation adopted pursuant hereto, jrom any person engaging in, or who has engaged in such act
or practice. Any such assurance shall specify a time limit during which such discontinuance is
to be accomplished. Failure to perform the forms of any such assurance shall constitute prima
facia proof of a violation of this Code or any rule or regulation adopted pursuant hereto or
order issued pursuant thereto, which make the alleged act or practice unlawful for the purpose
of securing any iniunctive relief from a court of Competent Jurisdiction.
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CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, AND EFFECTIVE DATE
A. CONFLICT.
If any portion of this Code is found to be in conffict with any other provision of any zoning,
building, fire, safety or health ordinance of the Code 01 the City of .
the provision which establishes the higher standard shall prevail.
B. SEVERABILITY.
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this Code or its application to any
person or circumstance is held invalid by the decision of any Court of Competent Juris-
diction, the remainder of this Code, or the application of the provision to other persons of
circumstances is in effect and shall remain in full force and effect.
C. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Code shall take effect and be in force on
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Approved by the city council this
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and signed in authentication of its passage this
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
JULY 11, 2000
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City
of Centerville held its regularly scheduled meeting at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Chairperson Brian Hanson
Commissioner Ray DeVine
Commissioner Barry Brainard
Commissioner David Kilian
Commissioner John McLean
Commissioner Al LaMotte
ABSENT:
Commissioner Rob Sheppard
Staff members present:
Council liaison Linda Broussard Vickers
City Administrator Jim March
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Brian Hanson called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m.
Mr. Ray DeVine updated the commission members on the Fete des Lacs Celebration and
stated the importance of volunteers. Mr. DeVine explained the activities that lacked
volunteer involvement at the present stage and requested that if members wish to
volunteer he would be willing to accommodate them accordingly.
NEW BUSINESS
DCS, LLC - 1695 Main Street - Signage
Mr. Ray DeVine discussed the presented drawings for signage for the building located at
1695 Main Street.
Motion bv Commissioner Kilian and seconded bv Commissioner McLean to approve the
presented signage for the building located at 1695 Main Street conditioned upon lighting
being defused and sign complving with Ordinance #4. All in favor. Motion passed.
Commissioner DeVine abstained.
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Ordinance #4
The committee discussed that the City of Eagan has information available on their
web site regarding housing maintenance. Mr. March stated that he would retrieve this
information.
DISCUSSION ITEM(S)
None.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Motion bv Commissioner Brainard and seconded bv Commissioner DeVine to approve
the June 6. 2000 minutes as presented. All in favor. Motion passed unanimouslv.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion bv Commissioner DeVine and seconded bv Commissioner Kilian to adiourn the
Planning and Zoning meeting of Julv 11. 2000 at 7:20 p.m. All in favor. Motion passed
unanimouslv.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission is August
I, 2000 in Council Chambers.
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CITY OF CENTERVILLE
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
JULY 11, 2000
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Pursuant to due caU and notice thereof, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City
ofCenterville held its regularly scheduled meeting at City HaU, 1880 Main Street.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Chairperson Brian Hanson
Commissioner Ray DeVine
Commissioner Barry Brainard
Commissioner David Kilian
Commissioner John McLean
Commissioner Al LaMotte
ABSENT:
Commissioner Rob Sheppard
Staff members present:
Council liaison Linda Broussard Vickers
City Administrator Jim March
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Brian Hanson caUed the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m.
Mr. Ray DeVine updated the commission members on the Fete des Lacs Celebration and
stated the importance of volunteers. Mr. DeVine explained the activities that lacked
volunteer involvement at the present stage and requested that if members wish to
volunteer he would be willing to accommodate them accordingly.
NEW BUSINESS
DCS, LLC - 1695 Main Street - Signage
Mr. Ray DeVine discussed the presented drawings for signage for the building located at
1695 Main Street.
Motion bv Commissioner Kilian and seconded bv Commissioner McLean to aoorove the
presented signage for the building located at 1695 Main Street conditioned uoon lighting
being defused and sign comolving with Ordinance #4. AU in favor. Motion oassed.
Commissioner DeVine abstained.
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OLD BUSINESS
Ordinance #4
The committee discussed that the City of Eagan has information available on their
website regarding housing maintenance. Mr. March stated that he would retrieve this
information.
DISCUSSION ITEM(S)
None.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Motion bv Commissioner Brainard and seconded bv Commissioner DeVine to approve
the June 6. 2000 minutes as presented. All in favor. Motion passed unanimous Iv.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion bv Commissioner DeVine and seconded bv Commissioner Kilian to adiourn the
Planning and Zoning meeting of Julv 11. 2000 at 7 :20 p.m. All in favor. Motion passed
unanimouslv.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission is August
1, 2000 in Council Chambers.
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CITY OF CENTERVILLE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
July 12, 2000
6:00 p.m.
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville held their regularly
scheduled meeting on July 12,2000, at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT: Mayor Tom Wilharber
Council Member Dick Travis
Council Member Sweeney (arrived at 6:22 p.m.)
Council Member Linda Broussard Vickers
Council Member Mari Nelson
ABSENT: None
STAFF: City Administrator, Jim March
City Attorney, James Hoeft
City Engineer, Tom Peterson
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Wilharber called the July 12,2000 City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
II. PUBLIC HEARING (S)
III. APPEARANCES/AWARDS
IV. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
June 28. 2000 Council Meeting Minutes
Motion by Council Member Nelson, seconded by Council Member Vickers to
approve the June 28. 2000 Council meeting minutes with one change on page
3 paragraph one under 1999 Annual Police Report to make a change in the
last sentence. modifying the word sight to "site." All in favor. Motion
carried unanimouslv.
Council Member Sweeney arrived late and stated that he requested additional
modifications to the minutes.
Motion by Council Member Nelson, seconded by Council Member Vickers to
reconsider the June 28. 2000 Council meeting minutes. All in favor. Motion
carried unanimously.
Motion by Council Member Nelson. seconded by Council Member Vickers to
approve the June 28, 2000 Council meeting minutes as revised by Council
Member Sweeney changing all references of 3SW to 3SE. and on palle 6. last
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uaral!rauh, the name should read Patti "Hess". All in favor. Motion carried
unanimouslv.
V. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
The City ofCenterville June 29 through July 12.2000
Motion by Council Member Nelson, seconded by Council Member Vickers to
apuroye the expenditures for the City from June 29, 2000 throul!h Julv 12,
2000. AIl in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Centennial Fire District Expenses
Motion by Council Member Nelson, seconded by Council Member Travis to
approve the Centennial Fire District expenditures. All in favor. Motion
carried unanimously.
VI. SET AGENDA
The following items were added to the agenda:
. Mound Trail under New Business
Motion bv Council Member Travis, seconded by Council Member Vickers to
auprove the al!enda with the noted addition. All in favor, Motion carried
unanimouslv.
VII. PETITIONS AND COMPLAINTS
Dean and Debbie Stahl- Ordinance #4
Mayor Wilharber noted a letter from Dean and Debbie Stahl, residents, and stated
their concern would be addressed at the Work Session on July 19,2000.
VIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Hunter's Crossing - Final Plat and Developer's Alp"eement Approval
Mr. March stated the City Attorney recommends approval of the final plat and
Met Council recommends approval of the addition. He noted the appropriate
name of the developer and other revisions made to the Final Plat and Developer's
Agreement. Mr. March indicated the developer has approved of the changes.
Council Member Nelson indicated concern for furthering this project without the
assessment issues being settled. Mr. March noted this item has been stressed
within the Developer's Agreement and that an actual cost would be known after
bids were received to draw, closure on the assessment issues.
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Mr. Hoeft added there is some risk when approving a development if residents are
contesting their assessments. He encouraged the City to keep the numbers
reasonable. Mr. Hoeft stated the numbers in the final assessment role need to be
acceptable to all residents affected by the development.
Council Member Travis asked if the future zoning preference for this site was R-5
or Planned Unit Development (PUD). Mr. March noted the Comprehensive Plan
does not set future zoning preferences but rather leaves it flexible for the Council
to make a preference to the density desired. He indicated an addition could be
added to the covenants to state this development should meet the requirements for
R-5, which sets the main floor square footage at 1,200 square feet.
Council Member Vickers asked if the covenants would set the range of the house
prices. Mr. Carlson stated he has set a range of $200,000 or greater within the
covenant provided to the City. He indicated his sign states the range could go up
to $250,000.
Council Member Travis asked that the developer be held to either $200,000 or
1,200 square feet on the main level to meet the R-5 zoning requirements. Mr.
Carlson requested special consideration to be given for two story homes that have
less than 1,200 square feet on the main level, but are valued over $200,000.
Council Member Vickers stated she would be comfortable with the price limit if
the square footage cannot be met to keep the value of the homes up. She noted
this could be addressed within Ordinance #4 for future developments as well.
Motion bv Council Member Vickers, seconded bv Council Member Nelson to
approve Hunter's Crossin!! Final Plat. and that the covenants contain a
minimum valuation of the homes to be no less than $200.000. All in favor.
Motion carried unanimouslv.
Motion bv Council Member Sweenev. seconded bv Council Member Nelson
to approve Hunter's Crossin!! Developer's A!!reement as revised bv Staff.
All in favor. Motion carried unanimouslv.
Michael Zwicki - Drivewav Access
Mr. March reported this was discussed at the last meeting to assist the resident in
gaining access to the roadway from his driveway. He noted a machine has been
donated by Tri State Bobcat, to grind down the roadway which would then be
repatched for access.
Mayor Wilharber asked if a precedence would be set with this issue due to the
fact the City is funding the patching and that Public Works time would be used
for the grinding equipment. Mr. March noted a Public Works employee would be
donating his time to work the equipment and that the asphalt would cost roughly
$25-$50.
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Council Member Sweeney noted the resident was asked to look into funding from
the MS Society for grants and equipment. He stated the City is assuming the
responsibility for accessibility when it should be the responsibility of the resident.
Council Member Vickers asked that the time and materials be tracked so an
invoice could be forwarded to the resident for payment. Council Member
Sweeney concurred.
Council Member Nelson stated she was in favor of the project and felt it was the
City's obligation to make the City handicap accessible. Mr. Hoeft noted the City
has no legal obligation to complete this accessibility due to the fact the city street
is to code and that the driveway grade is difficult at this site.
Motion bv Council Member Vickers. seconded by Council Member Travis to
approve the use of the !!:rindinll eauipment. for public works to !!:rind down
the street. an asphalt section be patched and that the time and materials be
invoiced to the resident. All in favor. Motion carried. (Sweenev and Nelson
opposed).
IX. NEW BUSINESS
City Finance Advisor Review
Mr. March explained the financial advising company that contracts with the City
is not as responsive to the City of Centerville as they used to be. He indicated
there has been several recent issues with a lack of returned phone calls for bond
work. Mr. March asked if the Council would like to take applications for
additional bond companies before the Hunter's Crossing Development was
issued.
Mayor Wilharber asked if Ehlers has been addressed with the concerns and future
position of the City. Mr. March stated he thought he would address the Council
before this issue moved forward. He noted he would have no problem addressing
them with his concerns as they would be justified. Mr. March added that an
additional financial advisor would help to keep the financing honest for the City.
Council Member Nelson stated she would like to see the City have another firm if
full service is not being received from Ehlers by Staff. Council Member Sweeney
concurred.
Mayor Wilharber asked if the City of Circle Pines had been addressed as they use
Juran and Moody. Mr. March stated he has not addressed them to date because he
was uncertain of the Council's wishes.
Motion by Council Member Sweeney. seconded by Council Member Nelson
to advise Staff to !!:ain pricin!!: from Juran and Moody as a financial advisor
for the City of Centerville. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
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Mr. Peterson noted he was contacted by Frattalone Excavating regarding the 560
feet of redevelopment to Mound Trail. He noted they need access for vehicles
over 5-ton to haul materials in and out of the site. Mr. Peterson recommended
this work be done at a dry time of the year, such as August, or after the ground is
frozen.
Mr. Peterson indicated the City is paying half of the redevelopment fee and that
Buechler is paying the other half. He stated a $30,000 bond would cover an
overlay of the roadway if the road were to deteriorate. Mr. Peterson noted this
would greatly depend on the ground under the roadway.
Mr. March stated an overlay was completed several years ago, which added I Y:z
inches of asphalt to the grade. Mr. Peterson indicated this overlay could increase
the rating of this road to 7-ton.
Council Member Vickers asked if a time frame should be set for this
redevelopment. Mr. Peterson stated he would have the authority to stop this
project if the weather was not cooperating.
Motion bv Council Member Sweenev. seconded bv Council Member Travis
to approve the Mound Trail Redevelopment. that the developer and paver
workout the pavment of a $30,000 bond: and that the timin!! of the
redevelopment be approved bv the Citv En!!ineer. All in favor. Motion
carried unanimouslv.
X. CONSENT AGENDA
Ken Cook Performance Review. Based on Satisfactory Review - One Step
Increase to Grade 5. Step 5
Motion bv Council Member Nelson, seconded bv Council Member Vickers to
approve the performance review and pav increase for Ken Cook to Grade 5.
Step 5. All in favor. Motion carried unanimouslv.
XI. COMMITTEE REPORTS
. Council Member Sweeney noted the Parks and Recreation Committee are
reviewing trail specifications done by developers and by the City to set a
standard for the level and grade of each trail. Mr. March stated, in the
future, all trails will have to meet City trail standards. Council Member
Sweeney noted the new Chair of the Parks and Recreation Committee is
Doug Porter.
. Council Member Sweeney noted Karla DeVine has contacted the City of
St. Cloud with regard to their BMX track. He indicated St. Cloud has a
"top of the line" track and that riders pay a fee to a BMX Club to alleviate
all liability from the City. Mayor Wilharber noted the City Clerk visited
the skate park in Shoreview to gain ideas in this area as well.
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. Mayor Wilharber noted the Anoka County Park and Recreation
Committee invited the City of Centerville to an Open House on Saturday,
July 22, 2000 for the Rice Creek Park.
. Mayor Wilharber stated the Fete des Lacs buttons are now on sale for $5
each.
XII. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Mr. March indicated the fences would be put up this Saturday in LaMotte Park at
9:00 a.m.
Mr. March reminded the Council that there would be a Work Session meeting
next Wednesday to discuss Ordinance #4.
Mr. March explained the Met Council has a study for communities with 20 to 100
acre parcels that need development. He stated this was a free study provided by
Met Council and that the City of Centerville would be applying for the study.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
Motion bv Council Member Sweenev. seconded bv Council Member Nelson
to adiourn the Julv 12. 2000 Council Meetinl: at 7:14 p.m. All in favor.
Motion carried unanimouslv.
Transcribed by:
Heidi Guenther, Recording Secretary
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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NOT APPROVED
CENTERVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITIEE
MEETING MINUTES
JULY 18, 2000
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Centerville Economic Development
Committee held their regularly scheduled meeting on July 18, 2000 at City Hall,
1880 Main Street.
Present:
Chairperson Tim Rehbine
Committee Member Lori Dom
Committee Member Mary Capra
Committee Member Betsy Scheller
Committee Member Paul Montain
Absent:
Committee Member John Magill
Committee Member Michelle Moser
Committee Member Dick Travis (Counci11iaison)
Staff:
Jim March, City Administrator
Kris Sweeney
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Tim Rehbine called the meeting to order at approximately 7:08 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
June 20, 2000, Economic Development Committee Meeting Minutes
Motion bv Ms. Dom seconded bv Mr. Rehbine to aoorove the June 20. 2000. Economic
Development Committee Meeting Minutes. All in favor. Motion carried. Mr. Montain
and Ms. Capra abstained.
OLD BUSINESS
Desilm Team - "Ideas in Action"
Mr. Rehbine had a telephone interview with a member of the Design Team to discuss
implementing designs in the community and to give Design Team visit feedback.
a. City Theme - Historical
Ms. Capra suggested that we investigate a historical marker. She will contact the
State of Minnesota to get more infonnation on a historical marker.
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b. Phase I - Downtown Revitalization
Mr. March reported that there was a new time line for the grant application.
There was a petition for water for the downtown area - they are short one
signature. They need 35% of the property owners to sign to have the project move
forward. The Downtown Revitalization - business owners and homeowners are
interested but would like more information.
Star City Goals and Objectives
a. Winter Activitv
Mr. Montain stated that he would contact local business owners in regards to
activities, funding, etc.
Mr. Rehbine suggested a winter carnival. Mr. Rehbine and other members
suggested some activities such as: snowshoe softball and snowshoe racing.
b. Citv Merchandise Ordered
City merchandise was discussed. Ms. Dom commented that she would participate
in selling city merchandise at the warming house. Mr. Rehbine commented that
would sell merchandise from his tractor during the parade.
Ordinance #4 Update
Mr. March reported that there would be a joint workshop with City Council and Planning
and Zoning on Wednesday, July 19, 2000.
~v"ll. March noted that for this upcoming election that there are 2 council seats available
and the Mayor's. Also, there are two seats available on the Park and Recreation
Committee.
Business Owners Comments
No report given. Ms. Sheller mentioned that there could be a letter issued to the business
owners that didn't make it the Business Appreciation Dinner to notice that they weren't
there and that they were missed. Ms. Sheller thought this would be a good practice for
next year.
NEW BUSINESS
Grant Application
Mr. March received two grant applications - I from Wal-Mart ($4,000 to $8000) and I
from State Farm called the Good Neighbor Grant for $500.00.
Mr. Rehbine made a motion to fill out these applications, seconded by Ms. Sheller.
Motion carried unanimously.
Special Revenue Fund
Not available.
Desil!l1 Team Survey
Mr. March mentioned that Cal Thorpe and Associates does surveys, takes pictures ofthe
area, and surrounding area and how the city grows before and after. Collaboration with
Lino Lakes for the layout of new businesses in the industrial park area was suggested.
Mr. March will further investigate this grant opportunity.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Mr. Montain. seconded by Ms. Scheller to adiourn the July 18. 2000
Economic Development Committee Medin!!. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimouslv.
Meeting adjourned at approximately 8:45 p.m.
Transcribed by:
Kris Sweeney
City Staff
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APPROVED
CENTERVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 20, 2000
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Centerville Economic Development
Committee held their regularly scheduled meeting on June 20, 2000 at City Hall,
1880 Main Street.
Present:
Chairperson TimRehbine
Committee Member Lori Dom
Committee Member John Magill
Committee Member Michelle Moser
Absent:
Committee Member Mary Capra
Committee Member Betsy Scheller
Committee Member Paul Montain
Committee Member Dick Travis (Council liaison)
Staff:
Jim March, City Administrator
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Tim Rehbine called the meeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
May 23, 2000, Economic Development Committee Meeting Minutes
Motion bv Ms. Moser. seconded by Mr. Magill to approve the May 23. 2000. Economic
Development Committee Meeting Minutes. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
APPEARANCES
Fete des Lacs Committee Update
Chairperson Ray DeVine approached the committee and discussed the upcoming Fete des
Lacs celebration and the need for volunteers. Mr. DeVine stated that volunteers were
needed for events (e.g. door to door solicitation, advance ride tickets, set-up, clean-up,
parking cars and etc.) Mr. DeVine noted that the fee for craft show registration had been
lowered to $15 per space yerses $40,
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OLD BUSINESS
Design Team - "Ideas in Action"
Mr. March stated that he had been notified by a women who stated that she was with the
Minnesota Design Team and that she would be forwarding a survey to the City in an
attempt to assist those communities that they visited with previously in locating funding
for implementation in the projects that they recommended. Mr. March stated that he
would forward same to Chair Rehbine.
City Theme
No report given.
Phase I - Downtown Revitalization
Mr. March reported that the City would be notified by the end of the month if it was
awarded the Met. Council's Livable Communities Grant. Mr. March noted that there
were a total of 46 grant applications submitted; however, 19 submissions were in the
category that the City applied for funding (enhanced transit project).
Star Citv Goals and Objectives
Mr. Rehbine reported that the Lino Lakes Chamber of Commerce IS starting an
Ambassador Club.
Winter Activity
Mr. Rehbine stated that he would contact local business owners in regards to activities,
funding, etc.
Ordinance #4 Update
Mr. March reported that there would be a public hearing on June 28, 2000. Several
committee members questioned enforcement of the ordinance and assessment of fines for
violations.
Business Owners Comments
No report given.
NEW BUSINESS
Centerville MerchandiseIBooth
The committee discussed funds raised last year. Mr. March reported that an order had
been submitted for merchandise. Ms. Scheller volunteered to sell merchandise. Lengthy
discussion was had in regards to placement of a booth.
Special Revenue Fund
Not available.
Grants and other Financial OIJportunities
Report given previously.
City Merchandise Ordered
Previously discusses.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion bv Mr. Mal!ill. seconded bv Ms. Dorn to adiourn the June 20. 2000 EDC
Meeting. All in favor. Motion carried unanimouslv.
Meeting adjourned at approximately 8:15 p.m.
Transcribed by:
Teresa Bender
City Staff
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Jim March
To: Wayne LeBlanc; Theresa Brenner; Tom Peterson; Tim Rehbine; Ray Devine; Michelle Moser; Lori
Dam; John McLean; Jim Hoeft; Hanna Tilsen; Patricia Scott; Elizabeth Scheller, Doug Porter,
Dave Kilian; Mary Capra; Aimee Fairbrother; City Council
Subject: Week in Review
Week in Review
July 21,2000
Building Permits this Period =
Building Permits YTD
New Homes Year to Date
4
= 102
= 27
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. I attended a meeting at the offices of the Met Council yesterday, The community
development review panel met to rank the applications for the Livable Communities Act
Demonstration Grant Program. There Nere 28 development applications in our funding
category, Eleven applications have been removed from consideration, Our application
was not one of the applications removed from consideration, The remaining 17
applications are requesting approximately $30 million worth of funding with only about $9,9
million available. Our application is cu'rently on the borderline.
It became apparem mal Inis inlllal rev,,,1I'I was S<.l"I"wflallJvliLi~ai. Ti"",,,, were [i I. cc
County Commissioners on the review ranel with several Council members from large
suburban communities. The first hour of the meeting was spent discussing conflict of
interest by members of the review panE>!. An Anoka County Commissioner was not Sitting
on this panel.
The group used a ranking system comprised as follows: +, +0, 0, 0+, 0-, -0, and -.
This ranking system seemed confusing to the audience as well as the review panel
members. Our application received a mostly positive, but a mixed review of 3+, 5 +0, 1 0,3
0-, and 2 -, I was shocked to see that one of the panel members that gave us the lowest
score was Lucy Thompson (one of our Design Team visit co-leaders). We had
incorporated three of the Design Team recommendations in our proposal. The only item
that I believe Lucy could be opposed to is the demolition of the public works building that a
Design Team member had sketched as a future site of a potential "Heritage Museum". I
am concerned that her low score of our project could knock us out of the running for
approximately $1.3 million dollars.
I have contacted Mary Capra in regards to this issue and she is going to contact Theresa
Brenner, I think that if our Design Team visit co-chairs would write a letter stating that the
community is seeking to preserve our heritage in other ways and that the Heritage Museum
has not remained a community priority, this may influence Lucy's opinion on the issue.
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This. same committee will be meeting again on August 3rd at 9:00. They will be trying to
dwindle down the list some more before the pass their recommendations on to the Livable
Community Advisory Committee. Another disappointing event was that the Met Council
staff had not distributed staff comments to the review panel members until right at the start
of the meeting. I know that there are some positive staff comments in regards to our
application. If we make it through the next meeting, our application may have a better
chance with actual staff reviewing the application versus volunteers serving on the review
committee.
There were only a couple of applications from small Cities. The projects that were
eliminated were from 5t. Paul, Minneapolis, Brooklyn Center, Robbinsdale, West 5t. Paul,
Osseo, 5t. Paul Park, Blaine, Oak Park Heights and 5t. Francis. A number of the
larger Cities submitted multiple applications.
One of the highest ranking projects was from the City of Oak Park Heights. They are
requesting over $7.5 million dollars. If they are awarded a grant in the full amount, the
process becomes a mute point for the remaining 16 finalists.
I am not sure how the funds will be divided between development and pre-
development projects. The review panel only kicked out 2 of 18 projects that are in the pre-
development stage. I am not going to advocate that we submit an application for the Met
Council opportunities p~;;;~::::-;. .^.: ~:-:;; meeting, Met Council staff distributed a list of
ten projects that they were supporting for the opportunities site program. This program is
only going to be able to help four communities. I believe we would be wasting our
time chasing this grant. However, the Mayor received a flyer from DTED in regards to a
redevelopment grant program that they are sponsoring. They have six million
dollars available. Our downtown revitalization project may be a fit for this program. I plan
to attend their upcoming grant workshop on this program.
I am pleased that we have made it this far in the process and I am going to remain
optimistic. This has been a good learning process and if we are not funded we will prepare
to gather the Met Councils recommendations and resubmit for next year. We will continue
to pursue all available grant opportunities.
, One week to Fete des Lacs. All events seem to be on track. Posters from the carnival
arrived this mornina and will be distributed to area businesses over the weekend. Ballfield
fences have been completed at LaMotte Park. Thank you to the volunteers. Lion's and
public works for bringing this project to completion.
, The bid opening for Hunter's Crossing is scheduled for this afternoon at 2:00.
* The Ordinance #4 workshop had about six citizens in attendance. The consensus was to
send the Ordinance back to the Planning and Zoning Committee. The overall length of
recreational vehicles being 28' was an issue with most people. If the lenghth was
increased to 35', it appeared that most people would be satisfied. An additional public
hearing will have to be scheduled for comment on these changes.
'Grand opening for Centerville Beach is scheduled for tomorrow at the Regional Park.
* Enjoy your weekend!
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Jim March
To: Wayne LeBlanc; Theresa Brenner; Tom Peterson; Tim Rehbine; Ray Devine; Michelle Moser; Lori
Dam; John McLean; Jim Hoeft; Hanna Tilsen; Patricia Scott; Elizabeth Scheller; Doug Porter;
Dave Kilian; Mary Capra; Aimee Fairbrother; City Council
Subject: Week in Review
Week in Review
July 14. 2000
Building Permits this Period
Building Permits YTD
New Homes Year to Date
= 4
= 98
= 27
*************************************************************************************************
. The Centerville Lion's Club will be installing the outfield fences at LaMotte Park tomorrow
morning. We are looking for additional volunteers. We will be starting at 9:00. We will be
grilling out free food for all volunteers!!
. Several grant opportunities have surfaced in the last week. I received a request for
proposals from the Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission. They have approximately $2.5
million available for park improvement projects. This is a new program for them. They
want to place a special emphasis on projects that propose new soccer fields. This item will
be on the next Park and Recreation agenda. I have also received a request for proposals
from the Met Council. They are looking for four communities that would contain opportunity
sites for smart growth projects. The Met Council will be hiring the firm Calthorpe and
Associates to work with the four selected communities to help develop models for smart
growth. I am thinking about a joint application with Lino Lakes that would look at the
undeveloped commercial property at the northwest quadrant of 135E. We have also
received an economic development grant application from Wal-Mart and State Farm
Insurance (thanks to Lori Dorn). I believe it is important to pursue all available grant
opportunities that will allow us to leverage dollars that we plan to spend on our many
planned projects.
. There is a grand opening planned for the Rice Creek Regional Park for Saturday, July
22nd. They will be offering different activities and food. Contact City Hall for more
information.
. Hunter's Crossing received final plat approval this week. Grading is underway. Mr.
Carlson is allowing us to ignite the fireworks from his property.
. I received a surprising call earlier this morning. The caller lives adjacent to the newly
constructed haul road that was constructed from Centerville Road to the lift station on the
north side of LaMotte Park. The resident estimates that 35-40 people a night are walking
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. or biking on Centerville Road and then turn on this haul road to access the trail system in
the Regional Park. He asked that the City consider making this a paved trail to lead into
the park. He was very supportive of the trail development and was pleased to see that
people were removing themselves from danger on Centerville Road. He indicated that his
neighbors felt the same way. He also noted that the trail users are very friendly and nearly
all of the users waive to him in the driveway as they pass by. I have heard many positive
comments about the park and the trail system.
. Enjoy your weekend!
7/14/00
Jim March
To: Wayne LeBlanc; Tom Peterson; Tim Rehbine; Theresa Brenner; Ray Devine; Patricia Scott;
Michelle Moser; Mary Capra; Lori Dam; John McLean; Jim Hoeft; Hanna Tilsen; Elizabeth Scheller;
Doug Porter; Dave Kilian; City Council; Brian Hanson; Aimee Fairbrother
Subject: Week in Review
Week in Review
July 7. 2000
Building Permits this Period = 5
Building Permits YTD = 97
New Homes Year to Date =27
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* The Fire Steering Committee meeting scheduled for next week Thursday has been
cancelled by the Fire Chief due to a lack of agenda items.
* The storm that we had this morning left a little damage in the community. A couple of
trees were lost. It was reported that there were power lines down near the lakeshore on
Mound Trail. NSP was notified of the downed lines.
* There is a Planning and Zoning meeting next week Tuesday, Council meeting on
Wednesday and Fete des Lacs meeting on Thursday. Fete des Lacs volunteers are still
needed. This is close to your last chance to volunteer!
* Ballfield fences are going to be installed at LaMotte Park on Saturday, July 15th starting
at 9:00. Volunteers are welcome. The lion's Club will be providing food for all volunteers!
* There is a meeting scheduled for 9:00 tomorrow morning at Acorn Creek Park with the
president of Greener Pastures. This company manufactures an organic bacteria that eats
pond algae. This neighborhood meeting is being organized to assess the financial interest
of surrounding property owners to pay for the treatment of the pond. If you are interested in
hearing about this product and process feel free to attend the meeting.
* Adrian (AJ) Rieder started as our seasonal public works employee. Earl Fleischman and
Kristen Sweeney are expected to join the staff on April 17th.
* Enjoy your weekend!
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMITTEE
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2000
6:30 p.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER
1. Roll Call
II. PUBLIC HEARING (S)
III. APPEARANCES
1. Roger Shimon - Electric Fence Concern Letter
IV. OLD BUSINESS
1. Ordinance #4 - Building Official's recommendation for modification
V. NEW BUSINESS
1. Sign Ordinance
2. 2001 Budget
VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS
VII. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. August 1,2000 Meeting Minutes
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
MEMO
DATE: September 1, 2000
TO : Plarming Commission
FROM: Jim March
RE : Attached letter from Roger Shimon, 1751 Peltier Lake Drive
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I met with the gentleman that wrote the attached letter on Friday morning. He is
concerned about an electric fence that exists on the north side ofhis property. His
property is adjacent to an approximate 14 acre parcel that is zoned R-1 Rural Residential
and is owned by John and Sanna Buckbee.
Mr. Shimon plans to appear at the Planning Commission meeting. He would like to
address amending the zoning ordinance to include a buffer for this type offencing
between R-1 and other residential districts. Mr. Shimon feels that he should not be
forced to construct a fence because his neighbor decides to put up an electric fence.
I spoke to Mr. John Buckbee in regards to this issue. Mr. Buckbee indicated that he
might have intentions to expand the pasture area for his horses on his own property. The
electric fence would be approximately 8' off of the property line.
The newly adopted Ordinance #4 allows electric and barb wired fencing only on property
zoned R-1 Rural Residential. There is no mention of a buffer zone or setbacks required
for this type of fencing.
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Date:
September 1, 2000
To:
Chairperson Hanson
Planning and Zoning Commission
From:
Jill Lien
Re:
Sign Ordinance
Mr. Craig Bode ofthe County Bank will be appearing before the Committee to
present the specifications for the proposed sign for the County Bank. The
information was not available at the time of packet assembly. Also, please bring
the i!,formation provided to y"" "t the August meeting n-om n"Vf' """nnf)n "f
Color Sign Service Midwest, Inc. as a basis for discussion on revisions to the sign
portion of Ordinance #4.
At the recent joint meeting on Ordinance #4 with the Planning Commission and
City Council, Mr. Greg Owens (President of County Bank) was in attendance to
discuss their proposed time and temperature sign. The consensus at that time was
that this type of sign would be allowed and granted a variance. Discussion also
occurred that the Commission would be addressing the creation of a new sign
ordinance. Mr. March would like to begin these discussions at the next meeting.
TO:
Planning & Zoning Committee
FROM:
Teresa Bender, Clerk/Treasurer
SUBJECT:
2001 Budget
DATE:
August 31, 2000
Attached you will find a budget worksheet for the year 2001. Last year's budget amount
was $1,540, the same amount was inserted for a preliminary budget workshop meeting.
These number can be modified.
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION &
CITY COUNCIL JOINT WORKSHOP
July 19, 2000
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Planning and Zoning Commission and Council of
the City of Centerville held a joint workshop at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
ROLL CALL
COUNCIL PRESENT:
Council Member Terry Sweeney
Council Member Linda Broussard Vickers
PLANNING & ZONING
PRESENT:
Commission Member Ray DeVine
Commission Member Barry Brainard
Commission Member AI LaMotte
COUNCIL ABSENT:
Council Member Tom Wilharber
Cuufi~ill...Ic;Luu"l uick Travis
Council Member Mari Nelson
PLANNING & ZONING
ABSENT:
Commission Member Rob Sheppard
Commission Mcnibcr JOh.l1 McLean
Commission Member David Kilian
Commission Member Brian Hanson
Staff members present:
City Administrator Jim March
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CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:32 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS
None.
OLD BUSINESS
ORDINANCE # 4
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Council Member Sweeney stated that he had spoken with Mr. Todd Gardner, 1817 Fox Run,
who requested that Council Member Sweeney relay his opposition to recreation vehicle
restrictions contained in the ordinance. Mr. Joe Steele, 6926 Sumac Court, was present and
concurred with Mr. Gardner's opposition and stated that his children use the vehicles and it
occupies their time. Mr. & Mrs. Doug Frederickson, 7055 Eagle Trail, were present and also
concurred with the opposition previously stated and reiterated that they would move out of
Centerville ifneed be. Council Member Sweeney stated that he has spoken with all firefighters
and they are against any additional restrictions. Ms. Vickers spoke about Council and Planning
and Zoning's efforts to reach compromises with the proposed draft. Steve Whittet, 7162 Brian
Way, stated that he owns a motor home that is 32' and did not want to see additional
restrictions.
Several members of the audience wanted to see the length of recreational vehicles be increased
to 35' versus 28'.
Greg Owens, County Bank, presented members with a proposed sign for County Bank and
stated that the sign would include such items as weather, time, etc. Mr. Owens stated that he
felt sign restrictions should be different for commercial sites abutting county roads. Mr. Owens
stated that he would forward other communities' commercial sign restrictions to Planning and
Zoning.
Council Member Sweeney stated that residents could bring forward a formal petition for any
item contained in the new ordinance.
DISCUSSION ITEM(S)
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Committee Member DeVine. seconded by Member Brainerd to adjourn the Planning
and Zoning/Council ioint workshop of Julv 19. 2000. All in favor. Motion Carried
Unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned.
Transcribed by Teresa Bender, City Staff
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CITY OF CENTERVILLE
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
August 1, 2000
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Planning and Zoning Corrnnission of the City of
Centerville held its regularly scheduled meeting at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Chairperson Brian Hanson
Corrnnission Member David Kilian
Commission Member Ray DeVine
Commission Member John McLean
Corrnnission Member Barry Brainard
Commission Member AI LaMotte
ABSENT:
Corrnnission Member Rob Sheppard
Staff members present:
City Administrator Jim March
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Brian Hanson called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m.
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OLD BUSINESS
COUNCIL/PLANNING AND ZOING JOINT WORKSESSION - ORDINANCE # 4
Recreation vehicle length was discussed and consensus was that the desired length should be
increased from twenty-eight (28) feet to thirty five (35) feet. Motor home length was the
primary reason for the modification. Mr. Brainerd stated that he would like to see Elk River's
sign ordinance. Council Member Vickers requested clarification from legal counsel in regards
to "grand fathering" areas of the ordinance, which have received modification from the re-write.
Consensus was that zoning permits should be needed for items such as driveways, fences and
accessory structures. The commission also wanted foundation plantings removed from the
landscaping chart.
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Motion by Member DeVine. seconded bv Member Kilian to forward the presented Ordinance
#4. including the above stated modifications. to City Council for their consideration at the
Public Hearing scheduled for August 23. 2000. All in Favor. Motion Carried Unanimously.
DISCUSSION ITEM(S)
None.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Motion bv Member LaMotte. seconded bv Member Kilian to approve the July 11. 2000 meeting
minutes as presented. All in favor. Motion Carried Unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion bv Member DeVine. seconded by Member Brainerd to adiourn the Planning and Zoning
meetin~ of August 1. 2000. All in favor. Motion Carried Unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:36 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission will take place
on September 5, 2000 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers.
Transcribed by Kris Sweeney, City Staff
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CITY OF CENTERVILLE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
August 9, 2000
6:00 p.m.
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville held their regularly
scheduled meeting on August 9, 2000, at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT: Mayor Tom Wilharber
Council Member Dick Travis
Council Member Terry Sweeney
Council Member Linda Broussard Vickers (Arrived at 6:06 p.m.)
Council Member Man Nelson
ABSENT: None
STAFF: City Administrator, Jim March
City Attorney, James Hoeft
City Engineer, Tom Peterson
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Wilharber called the August 9, 2000 City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
II. SET AGENDA
The following items were added to the agenda:
. LeBlanc Letter under Petitions and Complaints
. Eagle Pass Townhome Association Letter under Petitions and Complaints
. Salazar Potentially Dangerous Dog Discussion under Unfinished Business
. Storm Sewer Realignment Discussion under New Business
. Eagle Truck Closing Discussion under New Business
. Saddle Stillwater Dead Broke Club Gambling License Discussion under New
Business
. Appointment of Park and Recreation Commission Members under New Business
. Weed Control Discussion under New Business
Motion bv Council Member Sweenev. seconded bv Council Member Nelson to
approve the al!enda with the noted additions. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimouslv.
III. PUBLIC HEARING (S)
Salazar - Potentiallv Dangerous Dog (Dakota)
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Ms. Salazar addressed the Council and noted she did not feel her dog was a potentially .
dangerous dog. She indicated Dakota has had his shots since the time of the incident
and that he was still a puppy at the time, being only eight months old. Ms. Salazar
added that she would be constructing a fence to the rear of her back yard for the
protection and safety of children in the neighborhood.
Council Member Nelson asked where the fence would be placed. Ms. Salazar stated
she lives on a corner lot. She noted all sides of the rear lot would be fenced with a six-
foot cedar fence.
Council Member Nelson asked about the dog's obedience school. Ms. Salazar stated
Dakota graduated an eight-week obedience school program and will be going on
through additional training. She indicated Dakota was a German Shepherd.
Barry Brainard, Captain of Revoir Street Neighborhood Watch, noted he was present
with the police report and the definition of a potentially dangerous dog. Mr. Brainard
read through the potentially dangerous dog ordinance under State Statutes. He
indicated the police report of May 25,2000, stated the definition of Dakota qualifies as
a potentially dangerous dog because he was pursuing the children in the area. Mr.
Brainard stated that he does not feel these dogs need to be disposed of, but indicated
the children in the area need to be protected. He stated the neighbors are looking for
an enclosure of the yard to protect the nearby children. Mr. Brainard explained
neighbors in the area are willing to assist in placing a fence around the back yard.
Mr. Salazar stated he understands there are a great number of children in the area and
asks that the children respect his pet as well. He indicated the need for a fence and
stated he had no problem placing this in his backyard for the protection of neighboring
children and his animals.
Council Member Nelson asked if Mr. or Ms. Salazar felt these animals were
potentially dangerous. Ms. Salazar stated she felt neither of the dogs (Nakita or
Dakota) were dangerous, but that they were puppies. Mr. Salazar noted the training
they were receiving at this time has calmed both pets.
Mr. Salazar indicated that he feels his neighbors are alienating him because he has not
heard of any of these concerns from the neighbors first hand, but instead, have heard
from the police. He indicated his pets are no longer left in a temporary kennel for
great lengths of time. Mr. Salazar noted the dogs are only let out one at a time to
relieve themselves and then are brought back into the home.
Mayor Wilharber asked if Dakota has been neutered. Ms. Salazar noted he had not
been and stated he would be neutered as soon as the vet allows.
Chief Heckman reviewed the State Statute in regards to potentially dangerous. He
stated that Council needs to address this issue due to the fact that the animals may
become a liability to the City if they harm residents and/or pedestrians.
Council Member Nelson questioned the police report from May 25, 2000, and asked
the officer to explain if the pet was quarantined for 10 days. Ms. Salazar stated
Dakota was quarantined for 10 days at her home where he was observed at all times.
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Officer Parks explained he received a call on June 18, 2000, that the dogs were
swimming in a nearby pond. He indicated he whistled at the dogs and both came
running towards him and that he did not feel threatened. Officer Parks stated he made
his way to the front door as the dogs walked closely together to the front door. He
indicated this was a sign ofthe "pack" mentality in dogs ofthis breed.
Officer Parks stated the dogs were friendly to him while he was in the home but noted
the temporary fencing for the pets was poorly constructed, as the wiring was bent and
had holes. He indicated the dogs did leave the home while he was there and
approached a jogger. Officer Parks noted Ms. Salazar called the dogs and stated both
came running back to the home.
Ms. Salazar noted her dogs have completed obedience training and should not be
viewed as a potentially dangerous. Chief Heckman stated this may be the case, but
Council still has the final determination as to how the animal is treated for the safety
ofthe public.
Mayor Wilharber asked if the City were to declare both dogs (Nakita and Dakota)
were potentially dangerous, would they retain this designation their entire lives. Mr.
Hoeft stated this was the case.
Mayor Wilharber asked if the City was not to declare both dogs (Nakita and Dakota)
potentially dangerous, would the City be liable for future incidents. Mr. Hoeft stated if
the behavior of the animals is found to be potentially dangerous and the Council
disregards the incidents the City would be liable. Council needs to take into
consideration public safety.
Council Member Nelson questions whether a decisions needed to be made at this time
or suos"4u"m lO Ul" puou" n"anng. lV1r. no"lt SlaleO Louncu WOUlU not maKe a
decision until after the public hearing was closed.
Ray DeVine, 1837 Revoir, noted the owners have taken good care of the animals since
the incident. He stated both parties have a valid concern and stated he felt this would
be a difficult decision for the Council to make.
Council Member Nelson asked if Dakota's shots were up to date. Ms. Salazar stated
they were.
Mr. March asked if the neighbors would feel comfortable with the six-foot fence or if
this would still be unacceptable. Mr. Brainard stated he felt both dogs were potentially
dangerous due to the fact they travel in a "pack". He added he felt a six-foot fence
may not be enough to contain the animals as German Shepherd's could jump a six-foot
fence if provoked.
Mr. DeVine stated he would also be in favor of the six-foot fence for the safety of the
children in the area.
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Council Member Nelson asked Mr. Brainard if he would be comfortable with a kennel
in the backyard that met City specifications. Mr. Brainard noted he would be
comfortable with this.
Mayor Wilharber asked why the fencing has not been completed. Ms. Salazar stated
this was due to financing and the fact contractors have not returned their telephone
calls for estimates.
Molly Nelson, 1864 Revoir Street, noted the child that got bit came to her house
following the incident. She indicated the Salazar's have taken excellent care of the
animals since the incident. She explained she felt the six-foot fence would be
adequate for the protection of the children in the neighborhood.
Mayor Wilharber asked when the fence would be completed. Mr. Salazar stated he is
hoping to have this completed by the end of the month along with a sprinkler system
and sod.
Officer Parks indicated if the dogs are diggers, they might dig their way under the
fence. He indicated he does not want the neighborhood to have a false sense of
security if a fence is put up. Officer Parks stated the obedience training might assist in
dealing with the dogs in the home but not while outside of the home.
Motion bv Council Member Nelson. seconded bv Council Member Sweenev to
close the public hearinl!: at 6:50 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried unanimouslv.
IV. APPEARANCES/AWARDS
2001 Fete des Lacs Celebration - Rav DeVine
Ray DeVine reviewed that a telephone poll was conducted and found that the carnival
was Important tor the year LOO I Fete des Lacs Celebratlon. He stated the committee
members felt the carnival was a huge success and noted that if the canival's continued
appearance was council's intention, arrangements needed to be made as soon as
possible. Mr. DeVine reported that the current Fete des Lacs Celebration dates
conflict with neighboring celebrations and carnival promoters schedules and wanted to
ascertain if Council would consider modifying the dates of the Celebration.
Mr. DeVine stated the committee formed for the year 2000 Celebration was set for one
year informally. He indicated the structure would be more formal for the year 200 I
Celebration. Mr. DeVine invited all residents interested in attending the next
committee meeting on August 17, 2000, to wrap up the year 2000 ties and begin
working on the Celebration plans for 2001.
Mayor Wilharber questioned the weekend the celebration would be proposed to move
to. Mr. DeVine indicated he was uncertain of the dates, and stated it would be
determined greatly by the carnival dates available.
Council Member Nelson questioned why a decision was needed so soon for next year.
Mr. DeVine noted the carnival operators are booked for next year already and stated if
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the committee began working now, they would have the option to move the
Celebration to another weekend allowing booking of a carnival.
Council Member Sweeney stated he would not be in favor of moving the City
Celebration to the 4th of July because many people are out of town. Mr. March noted
if the Council was in favor of allowing the Celebration to change, it would allow the
Committee to contact and book a carnival with greater flexibility.
Mr. DeVine noted he would appreciate this flexibility for the Celebration to keep the
community involved. Council Member Nelson stated she would be in favor of this
flexibility in changing the date and indicated the last weekend in June would be fine.
Council Member Travis concurred and stated the celebration was a success this year
with the carnival.
Mayor Wilharber stated he felt the Committee should be able to arrange the date as
long as it does not conflict with neighboring cities. He indicated he felt the carnival
was a "draw" and noted he would like to have the Celebration continue to grow.
Mayor Wilharber thanked all the volunteers that contributed to the Celebration. He
noted the Celebration was a "great success".
V. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Julv 26. 2000. Council Meeting Minutes
Motion bv Council Member Nelson. seconded bv Council Member Sweenev to
approve the Julv 26. 2000. Council meetin!! minutes as amended on pal/e seven.
para!!raph ei!!ht chan!!in!! the Citv of Circle Pines to the City of Lexin!!ton and on
pa!!e eil/ht removin!! "Council Member Sweenev seconded the motion" within the
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VI. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
The City ofCenterville July 27.2000. through August 9.2000
Motion bv Council Member Nelson. seconded bv Council Member Sweenev to
approve the expenditures for the Citv from Julv 27. 2000. through Au!!ust 9 2000.
All in favor. Motion carried unanimouslv.
Centennial Fire District Expenses
Motion bv Council Member Sweenev. seconded bv Council Member Nelson to
approve the Centennial Fire District expenditures in the amount of $6.028.93. All
in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
VII. PETITIONS AND COMPLAINTS
Wavne LeBlanc Letter
Mayor Wilharber reviewed a letter from Mr. LeBlanc as to the disappearance of the
Grey Heron from the area.
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Mayor Wilharber noted an additional letter was sent regarding the June 17-18,2000
sewage spill in Hugo. He indicated he felt this should be reviewed by the City
Engineer and brought back to the Council.
Council Member Sweeney explained the Parks and Recreation Commission was
disturbed about finding this information second-hand in a local newspaper and not
from the City of Hugo. He indicated 10,000 gallons of raw sewage was drained into
Peltier Lake that was not contained. Council Member Sweeney stated there was no
notification and no clean-up on their behalf.
Mayor Wilharber asked if the City of Centerville has an order of clean-up if this were
to occur. Paul Palzer indicated he felt the ml\iority of this spill was contained and
cleaned up by the City of Hugo.
Mr. March stated he contacted several people at Met Council and the Watershed
District to gather information on this spill. He indicated the State Duty Officer must
be contacted for all spills over five (5) gallons. Mr. March stated the State Duty
Officer was aware of the spill and that nine (9) out of ten (10) were inspected. He
noted the Met Council has been fined if clean-ups are not completed or if notification
was not adequately made.
Mayor Wilharber indicated he was concerned for the situation and noted the City of
Hugo should be responsible for contacting neighboring communities. Council
Member Sweeney and Council Member Nelson concurred.
Council Member Sweeney questioned if Met Council could be held accountable for
contacting the neighboring communities involved with the implications of the spill.
Mr. March stated he would be speaking with a State Duty Officer about this issue in
further detail to see if contamination was made into the creek. He explained if
contamination was found, the legislation would need to change the mandate of calls
made to the neighboring communities.
Council Member Nelson asked that a report be made to the Council at their next
meeting.
Eagle Pass Townhome Association
Mayor Wilharber noted the street sweeping within the Eagle Pass Development was
still a concern. He stated the Homeowner's Association was not happy with the
construction debris in the area.
Mr. March stated the storm grates have been cleaned and a hole has been patched in
the street within the development. He stated the Developer is now interested in
platting the outlots and he indicated the Developer has been notified of the concerns
from the Homeowner's Association. He indicated this development has not filled out
as soon as the developer thought.
Council Member Sweeney noted the subdivision does not have silt fencing which
creates part of the problem for the street cleaning. Mr. March concurred and noted all
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new subdivisions were provided with silt fences. He suggested several options for
quicker, cleaner drainage for future developments for the Council to discuss. Mr.
March stated a curb cut option could also be discussed for the City of Centerville to
allow for smoother lines from the street to the driveway.
Mr. March asked if the Council would be in favor of considering this grinding option.
Mr. Peterson noted the surmountable curb could be improved with the stand up curb
with the mud run off.
Council Member Travis stated he was in favor of this, but noted the grinder used for
the driveways could be a problem not always providing a smooth cut.
Council Member Broussard Vickers questioned whether a Developer could be stopped
or not used for future developments if City specifications were not being met. Mr.
March noted time lines are going to be set from now on and stated he could not stop
them from developing. He indicated Developers would be held to City Code.
Mr. March noted the City was responsible for cleaning the catch basins within
developments and noted the Public Works Department would need to keep up with
this in the future.
Council Member Sweeney noted the Parkview Trail placement within the
development and stated that it was placed without base as recommended by the City.
Mr. Palzer stated the Parkview Trail was damaged by an unidentified vehicle, but it
does have a six-inch base with two inches of asphalt. He noted this was acceptable to
City Trail Standards.
Council Member Sweeney indicated he would like to have a City Wide Specification
made for all new trails. Council Member Nelson concurred and asked that the City
Engineer draft language for setting these specifications. Mr. Palzer indicated the City
does have specifications at this time and noted these specifications have been used for
Hunter's Crossing.
Mayor Wilharber asked that the City Engineer review this issue and report back to the
Council at the next meeting.
VIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Hunter's Crossing Ditch - Tabled Julv 26. 2000
Mayor Wilharber asked for a review of this issue. Mr. Hoeft noted he had not heard
from the Title Company, but noted Mr. March received a letter on August 8, 2000,
regarding the quick claim deeds for Hunter's Crossing. He stated he would contact the
Title Company and report back to the Council at their next meeting.
Motion by Council Member Sweenev. seconded bv Council Member Nelson to
table the Hunter's Crossing Ditch discussion to the AUl!:ust 23. 2000 meetinll. All
in favor. Motion carried unanimouslv.
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Salazar Potentially Dangerous Dog
Council Member Sweeney stated he has grown up with dogs for his entire life and
noted he felt the dogs' actions were the actions of a large puppy. He indicated he does
not want to punish the owners of these dogs because they have made great efforts to
improve the situation. Council Member Sweeney stated he felt the six-foot fence
would be adequate and should deter the Council from declaring the dog or dogs as
being potentially dangerous.
Council Member Nelson noted she felt Dakota was potentially dangerous and stated he
was not immunized for rabies until eight months old. She indicated the dog was not
recorded with the City of Centerville and that the temporary fence they have was not
constructed properly to contain the animals. Council Member Nelson felt some action
needed to be taken by Council to make sure the owners are held accountable for the
animals and the protection of neighboring residents. She stated an electrical fence
may be a good option at the top and bottom of the wooden fence.
Council Member Travis concurred with Council Member Nelson stating that the
owners need to be held accountable and responsible for their animals behavior. He
indicated he would hate to see the dogs get out and hurt or scare someone in the
neighborhood.
Council Member Broussard Vickers indicated she was concerned with the lack of
responsibility of the owners getting the animals vaccinated late and not licensed with
the City. She stated she was also concerned with the animals getting out twice.
Council Member Broussard Vickers noted the dogs are located on a busy comer with
many children who may not respect and understand the animals. She noted she had no
problem with declaring the dogs potentially dangerous.
Council Member Broussard Vickers noted she would like to see the owners be
responsible for an enclosed kennel, muzzle the dogs while being walked, and
increased public liability insurance. She indicated the six-foot fence would be at the
option of the homeowners at this time. Council Member Broussard Vickers stated
some of the actions of the animals could be puppy playfulness, however, the owners
need to be held accountable.
Mayor Wi/harber indicated all dogs have an extremely unique personality. He stated
the owners have not been actively seeking a fence until recently. Mayor Wilharber
noted he was in favor of the proper enclosed kennel as described in the Ordinance but
suggested the size be increased to allow for both animals to be placed within the
kennel.
Mayor Wilharber explained he felt the Council had to do something and do it now. He
felt it was the responsibility of the Council to protect the neighboring properties and
their residents.
Council Member Nelson questioned if both dogs could be declared potentially
dangerous or if only Dakota could be. Mr. Hoeft noted the dog owners did not
understand what they were getting into with two German Shepherd house dogs. He
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indicated the Police handled the matter with the utmost care and stated both dogs
could be declared potentially dangerous dogs.
Mr. Hoeft stated this determination could be made at this time or tabled to allow the
property owners time to meet the Ordinance specifications. Mr. Hoeft indicated
because there was a dog bite, there should be some concern on the Council's part.
Council Member Broussard Vickers questioned if the animals were not declared
potentially dangerous, if the City could enforce the Ordinance mandates. Mr. Hoeft
indicated the City would not be able to enforce the mandates until they were declared
potentially dangerous.
Council Member Sweeney questioned if there was a timeframe as to when the animals
could be declared potentially dangerous. Mr. Hoeft stated this determination should
be done quickly to get the owner's in compliance and to keep control over the animals.
Council Member Nelson indicated she felt the evidence shows both animals are
potentially dangerous. Council Member Broussard Vickers concurred and stated she
would like to see the animals muzzled when walked. She added that she felt the pet
owners have not made changes to the kenneling situation since May 25, 2000.
Motion by Council Member Broussard Vickers. seconded by Council Member
Travis to declare both dogs (Nakita and Dakota) potentially dane:erous dOj!s and
that the owners comply with Ordinance 24.18 Subdivision 1 items A. B. and D
with 32 SQuare feet of kennel space per animal.
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to separate motions. He indicated he felt the Council does not know the entire
situation behind the handling of the animals.
Mayor Wilharber stated 73 days have passed since the first incident without any
changes made to improve the kenneling situation. He added he felt the animals should
each have 32 square feet of kennel per animal. Council Member Broussard Vickers
concurred to the amendment and Council Member Travis accepted the friendly
amendment.
Council Member Nelson noted she felt the owners should be held to these mandates
within 14 days after the date of notice is sent to the owner. Mr. Hoeft indicated this
should be taken a step at a time and that the City would pass along the notice to the
owners. He stated if compliance was not made, it would be forwarded come back to
the Council for future discussion and action.
All in favor. Motion carried 3-2. (Council Members Nelson and Sweeney
opposed).
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IX. NEW BUSINESS
Centennial Lakes Police Department Recommended Budget
Mayor Wilharber asked Chief Heckman to address the Council on all changes to the
budget. Chief Heckman indicated the revisions were made at the Police Commission
level in response to the Council's suggestions at their last meeting.
Council Member Sweeney asked if the grants declined by the Police Commission
needed to be matched by the department. Chief Heckman stated the grants are
supplied 100% for the first year the officer is retained and then declines gradually over
several years. He indicated this would keep the officers on staff and maintained with
the assistance of the Federal Government but did not have to be matched by the Police
Commission.
Chief Heckman explained there is grant funding available to assist in funding an
additional officer until 2002. He stated the Police Commission felt it was not in their
best interest, at this time, because this officer would need to be maintained after 2002.
Chief Heckman indicated, at this time, this funding is uncertain after 2002 as to the
projections.
Council Member Sweeney questioned the Capital Improvement portion of the budget
and asked if $15,000 would be sufficient. Chief Heckman stated the $15,000 would
not be sufficient but would hopefully be approved. He indicated the originally amount
was $50,000 but the lesser amount would be a start of the commitment in the right
direction.
Council Member Nelson questioned if the Centerville substation would be paid by the
neighboring cities. Chief Heckman stated the City of Lexington paid for their
substation in its entirety and stated this funding would be needed at one point in time
either from the City of Centerville or through the budget. He indicated this was a
guestimate for the improvements needed. Chief Heckman noted that after the
substation was completed the Police Commission may need to consider rent expenses
for the substation, as the City ofCirc1e Pines charges the Police Commission rent.
Council Member Nelson asked how the Police Department made money on the sale of
vehicles and equipment. Chief Heckman stated that after leased vehicles are paid off
they are sold to local cab companies or interested parties.
Council Member Broussard Vickers asked if the Police Commission agreed upon the
formula for expenses. Chief Heckman stated the formula was agreed upon but noted
Circle Pines and Lexington may need to reach a future agreement to maintain future
services for future budgets.
Mr. March responded to the rent for the Police Department and indicated he would not
recommend the Council charge this to a facility funded by the City. He encouraged
the Police Commission to place funds aside to solve the funding formula and future
budget situations.
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Chief Heckman noted this has been taken into consideration but stated this is
something taken on over time. He stated a future centralized police department would
be needed as well. Chief Heckman indicated this may be put on the ballot to gain
funding for a central department.
Motion by Council Member Nelson. seconded by Council Member Sweenev to
approve the Centennial Lakes Police Department Recommend Hudeet. All in
favor. Motion carried unanimously.
At this time Mayor Wilharber read a letter from the City of Centerville thanking the
Police Department for their efforts at the Fete des Lacs Celebration. Mayor Wilharber
noted the Celebration was a huge success. He indicated the City was proud of the new
vehicles and that they participated in the parade.
North Metro Telecommunications 2001 Budget
Council Member Sweeney noted this was a technicality item to raise the 200 I budget
for North Metro Telecommunications to keep the local cable channels through the
local Cable Commission. He stated a competitive franchise is now being proposed for
this area.
Mr. March noted he has reviewed this budget and noted the increase would not be
passed along to the City, but on to the cable subscribers.
Motion by Council Member Sweeney. seconded bv Council Member Nelson to
approve the North Metro Telecommunications 2001 Hudeet. All in favor.
Motion carried unanimouslv.
Motion bv Council Member Nelson. seconded bv Council Member Sweeney to
approve tbe 2001 Media Center Hudl!et and Increase in the PEG Fee to
$2.30/month. All in favor. Motion carried unanimouslv.
Hunter's Crossing Issuance of Bond
a. Resolution Setting Sale Date
Motion bv Council Member Sweeney. seconded bv Council Member Nelson to
approve Resolution 00-13 reeardine the Sale of Honds in the amount of $650.000
to be dated October 1. 2000. All in favor. Motion carried unanimouslv.
b. Reimbursement Resolution
Council Member Broussard Vickers asked for an overview of this item. George
Eilertson, Juran and Moody stated a call date would be set for this bond issuance if the
funding was met prior to the sale ofthe bonds. He noted this could save the City some
funds and lessen the term of the debt.
Motion bv Council Member Sweeney. seconded bv Council Member Nelson to
approve Resolution 00-14 for a Reimbursement Resolution. All in favor. Motion
carried unanimously.
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c. Resolution Ordering Improvements
Motion bv Council Member Sweeney. seconded bv Council Member Nelson to
approve Resolution 00-15 re!!ardin!! Orderinll Improvements for Hunter's
Crossin!!. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
d. Financial Advisor Contract
Motion bv Council Member Nelson. seconded by Council Member Sweeney to
approve the Financial Advisor Contract with Juran and Moodv. All in favor.
Motion carried unanimously.
e. Cash Flow Analysis
Mr. Eilertson noted this was an informational item for the Council to review and make
comments on.
Anoka County Bike Trail Screening Reauest
Council Member Sweeney noted this was discussed by the Parks and Recreation
Commission at their last meeting. He stated this request is actually being made by
Lino Lakes residents. Council Member Sweeney indicated this stems from a bike trail
that was connected to a Lino Lakes trail from LaMotte Park.
Council Member Broussard Vickers questioned if the City of Centerville's trail
connection was in the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Lino Lakes. Mr. March
stated he was uncertain of this but stated he was unaware of the connection.
Council Member Sweeney noted the City of Lino Lakes was asking the City of
Centerville to pay 50% of the fencing and landscaping for the residents in Lino Lakes
that abut this trail. He recommended that this item be denied as discussed and
recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Mr. March noted he has been involved with the discussions with Lino Lakes before
this trail was completed. He indicated at no time did the City agree to fund 50% of
this proposed screening and/or fencing. Mr. March stated the City of Lino Lakes
should be responsible for funding the screening.
Mayor Wilharber concurred with the City Administrator on this item and stated that
the City of Lino Lakes should be responsible.
Motion bv Mavor Wilharber. seconded bv Council Member Sweeney to draft a
letter to John Vondelinde statin!! the City ofCenterville declines pavin!! 50% of
the request for screenin!! and/or fencine. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
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Vehicle Reolacement Public WorksfEagle Trucking: Shoo Area Cleanup
Mr. Palzer reviewed the quotes for replacement of the 1997 Ford Truck with a 2001
model and the 1993 black Ranger with a 1996-1997 model. He suggested the Council
work with Northland Associates as they have been positive in the past.
Mr. Palzer questioned if the Council would be in favor of a color scheme for the City.
Mayor Wilharber stated he would be in favor of blue trucks for future purchases. The
Council concurred.
Mr. Palzer asked if the Council would approve the pressure cleaning of the new Public
Works building. He noted Safety-Kleen could perform this work for around $3,000.
Mayor Wilharber asked if funding was available for the cleaning. Mr. Palzer indicated
the funding availability.
Motion by Council Member Sweeney. seconded by Council Member Nelson to
approve the truck replacement and public work buildinll c1eanin!!:. All in favor.
Motion carried unanimouslv.
Consideration of Amendin!!: St. Genevieve's Temoorary Gambling License to include
a paddlewheel activity
Motion by Council Member Sweeney. seconded by Council Member Nelson to
approve amendinl: St. Genevieve's Temporary Gambline License to include a
paddlewheel activitv. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Storm Sewer Realignment
Mr. March noted the realignment of the storm sewer calls for review from the City
Engineer and approval from the Council.
Motion bv Council Member Nelson. seconded bv Council Member Broussard
Vickers to approve this reali!!Ument per the City Engineer's approval of the plan.
Motion withdrawn.
Council Member Travis noted he would like to see more infoffilation on this item
before it was approved. Mr. Peterson stated he would review this item and report back
to the Council.
Motion by Council Member Sweeney. seconded by Council Member Nelson to
table this item for discussion at the next meetin!!:. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
Eagle Truck Closing
Mr. March noted Mr. Hubers stated the shop area would be available on August 15,
2000, but that the entire site would not be available for an additional three weeks. He
indicated Mr. Hubers is willing to pay the second half of the property taxes for this site
and would be leaving a storage unit on site for the City to use.
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Motion by Council Member Nelson. seconded bv Council Member Sweeney to
approve the Ea!!le Truck Closin!! request from Mr. Hubers. All in favor.
Motion carried unanimously.
Saddle Stillwater Dead Broke Club Gambling License Request
Mr. March suggested using the gambling funds for a monument sign within the City.
He noted the funds could be placed into an account for future investment as well.
Motion bv Council Member Sweeney. seconded bv Council Member Travis to
approve the Saddle Stillwater Dead Broke Club Gamblin!! License Request. All
in favor. Motion carried unanimouslv.
Motion by Council Member Sweenev. seconded by Council Member Nelson to
approve a monument si~n for Citv of Centerville and proceeds from !!amblinl?
funds provided bv Saddle Stillwater Dead Broke Club be used to finance this
item. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Appoint New Members for the Park and Recreation Commission
Motion by Council Member Sweenev. seconded bv Council Member Nelson to
accept the recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission and
appoint members Ted Peterson and Brian Walter. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimouslv.
Weed Control
Mayor Wilharber stated a letter would be sent to all those in violation of the weed
control ordinance.
Motion bv Council Member Sweeney. seconded by Council Member Nelson to
advise staff to send letters to those in violation of the weed control ordinance. All
in favor. Motion carried. (Council Member Travis abstained)
X. CONSENT AGENDA
Appointment of Election Judges
Motion by Council Member Sweeney. seconded by Council Member Travis to
approve the appointment of Election Jud!!es as presented. All in favor. Motion
carried unanimously.
Xl. COMMITTEE REPORTS
. Mayor Wilharber stated there would be a Police Commission meeting on
August 10, 2000, at 7:00 p.m. where they will swear in a new Corporal and
recognize Nick Miller as a full-time officer rather than Community Service
Officer. He asked that the Council look back at the goals for year 2000 at the
next meeting.
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. Council Member Sweeney stated the Parks and Recreation Commission
members took a road trip to St. Cloud to observe their BMX track. He
indicated the Council would be seeing a recommendation in the near future.
. Council Member Broussard Vickers noted the Planning Commission discussed
Ordinance #4 and came to the consensus of thirty-five (35) feet and two
recreational vehicles per residential lot. She indicated there were no additional
significant changes to the Ordinance at that time and should be back to the
Council for action at their next meeting.
XII. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Mr. March indicated he would have a 2001 proposed budget at the next meeting and
would like to have two workshop meetings at the end of August to review the budget
in further detail. He noted long-range, capital items would need to be discussed as
well.
Mr. March noted the livable communities grants met last week and noted the City of
Centerville's grant was moved forward for planning grants. He indicated this would
give the City a positive placement for funding in the year 2001.
Mr. March indicated the Trio Inn had an alleged liquor sale to a minor. Mr. Hoeft
concurred that there was a case against an employee of the Trio Inn. He explained the
Police Department handled this case properly but that the individual was found not
guilty. He noted the judge stated the jury did not want to make a difficult decision.
Mr. Hoeft stated the Council could make a civil case against the Trio Inn at this time if
they felt it was necessary. He noted the BCA could be brought into this to have a
sample tested to receive a determination that would be backed in a court of law. Mr.
Hoeft indicated the employee at the Trio Inn would now be carding individuals after
the scrutiny this employee endured. Mr. Hoeft noted all future violations would be
handled and tested by the BCA to ensure foolproof cases.
Mr. March noted the owner of the Trio Inn stated they are not in the market of selling
to minors. He indicated the Council could pursue this issue further and asked for
comments from the Council.
Council Member Sweeney indicated he would not like to pursue this issue further.
Council Member Travis concurred.
Council Member Nelson stated she felt the youth are the responsibility of the
community. She asked that a letter be drafted to the Trio Inn that this Council has no
tolerance for this issue.
Mayor Wilharber noted he felt the bar owners were very concerned about not serving
to minors. He indicated the owner did come in to talk with the City Administrator and
the Chief of Police. Mayor Wilharber indicated this case has grabbed their attention
and noted there is no question of the law at this time.
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Motion by Mavor Wilharber. seconded by Council Member Travis to dron the
issue with Trio Inn at this time and not Dursue a civil case. All in favor. Motion
carried. (Council Member Nelson oDDosed)'
Storm Water Ponds - Brian Wav
Mr. March noted there is some concern for the storm water ponds within the City. He
indicated a fund has been set up for future maintenance of these ponds. Mr. March
encouraged the Council to establish a timeline and proposal for the maintenance of
each pond and ditch within the City.
Council Member Sweeney felt this was much needed within the City. The Council
concurred.
Mr. Peterson stated he would devise a maintenance schedule for the City to prioritize
the ponds and fees predicted.
Motion bv Council Member Sweeney. seconded bv Council Member Broussard
Vickers. to direct staff to develop a Dond study with a maintenance schedule and
fees for the City ofCenterville. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
Motion bv Council Member Sweeney. seconded by Council Member Travis to
adjourn the August 9. 2000. Council Meeane: at 9:50 D.m. All in favor. Motion
carried unanimously.
Transcribed by:
Heidi Guenther, Recording Secretary
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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NOT APPROVED
CENTERVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
AUGUST 15,2000
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Centerville Economic Development
Committee held their regularly scheduled meeting on August 15,2000 at City Hall,
1880 Main Street.
Present:
Chairperson Tim Rehbine
Committee Member Lori Dom
Committee Member Mary Capra
Committee Member Michelle Moser
Committee Member Betsy Scheller
Absent:
Committee Member John Magill
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Committee Member Dick Travis (Council liaison)
Staff: Kris Sweeney
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Tim Rehbine called the meeting to order at approximately 7: 1 0 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
July 18, 2000, Economic Development Committee Meeting Minutes
Motion bv Ms. Scheller. seconded by Ms. Dom to approve the Julv 18. 2000. Economic
Development Committee Meeting Minutes. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
APPEARANCES
Paul Steffel and Jordan Savageau from Farmers Insurance Group were invited to attend
the Economic Development Committee Meeting by Jim March. They were interested in
receiving information regarding the projection of growth in Centerville, Lino Lakes, and
Hugo. Some of their concerns were traffic and the safety of the downtown area
Ms. Scheller asked Mr. Steffel and Mr. Savageau how EDC could help them with their
business. It was suggested by one of the committee members that EDC could put a little
history about the new and current businesses in the Le Journal. Ms. Capra stated that
businesses could advertise in the church bulletin.
NOT APPROVED
Mr. Steffel felt that a professional look to the downtown area similar to Stillwater or
White Bear Lake would assist in attracting additional businesses. Ms. Scheller stated that
we are still in the planning stages of the downtown revitalization and are open for
suggestions.
Ms. Scheller discussed making sure that all new businesses get an infonnational packet,
and the committee should send out a thank you note to Mr. Steffel and Mr. Savageau for
attending the EDC meeting.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Design Team - "Ideas in Action"
Historical Markers - Ms. Capra brought in a picture of a historical marker located at a
church in Michigan, and discussed how it was going to be paid for; a fund raiser was
suggested. It was discussed where they were going to put a marker. Ms. Capra
suggested St. Genevieve's Church. Ms. Capra stated that she knew ofa family that
would be willing to donate the money for a historical sign for S1. Genevieve's Church.
She mentioned that there was a state office for historical markers in the State ofMN. She
also was going to check into which companies make historical markers. Ms. Capra was
going to approach the church after receiving this infonnation on the historical sign.
Downtown Revitalization
Ms. Capra discussed briefly the Livable Communities Demonstration Account Grant. It
was bumped from the development stage, but moved to the planning stage and that the
city doesn't have to send in a new application for this grant.
Winter Activity
Mr. Rehbine commented that Mr. Montain was going to try to contact other downtown
business owners. Ms. Scheller and Mr. Rehbine felt that this item should be taken care of
by the businesses themselves.
Ms. Scheller will contact the Wargo Nature Center to obtain a winter activities guide.
Ms. Capra suggested that there should be an appreciation for the business owner in the
winter - cookies, bars, and coffee after the holidays.
Welcome Neighbor Packets
Ms. Scheller mentioned that she would be willing to go to the doors of new businesses
and welcome them to CentervilJe and hand them a packet of infonnation on the area.
NOT APPROVED
Ms. Dorn asked ifR & K Catering received an informational packet. She also suggested
giving Embers a welcome packet even though they are in Lino Lakes. Ms. Scheller
offered to bring it to Embers.
Mr. Rehbine suggested that the EDC Committee follow-up on new businesses and make
sure that they receive the informational packets and a welcome gift.
Citv Merchandise
Ms. Dorn mentioned that there was only one (1) sweatshirt sold during the City Festival.
It was felt that the merchandise needed to he more visible at the City Festival.
Ms. Scheller mentioned that maybe a 10% off coupon could be issued to new businesses
to entice new clients and promote economic development promotional merchandise.
Ordinance #4 Update
Ordinance #4 was discussed briefly.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Rehbine wrote a letter to all the Centerville Business Owners. This was discussed
and suggested that the letter should have been brought before the committee prior to the
letter being sent out. Mr. Rehbine received a letter from Council Member Nelson that
stated how she was disappointed in the way the letter was represented.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion bv Ms. Dom. seconded bv Ms. Moser to adiourn the AUl!:ust 15. 2000. EDC
Meetin2. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at approximately 8:45 p.rn.
Respectfully submitted:
Kris Sweeney
City Staff
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PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
NOT
APPROVED
August 7, 2000
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Parks and Recreation Committee of the City
of Centerville held their regularly scheduled meeting on August 7, 2000 at City Hall,
1880 Main Street. Chairperson Doug Porter called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m.
Present:
Chairperson Doug Porter
Karla DeVine
Wayne LeBlanc
Council Member Terry Sweeney (liaison)
Absent:
Staff:
Jill Lien
Residents:
Tedd Peterson - 6933 Pheasant Lane
Keith Okan - 1841 Center Street
Brian Walter - 1855 Quebec Street
APPEARANCES
Tedd Peterson (6933 Pheasant Lane), Keith Okan (1841 Center Street) and Brian Walter
(1855 Quebec Street) all appeared before the Parks and Recreation Committee to express
their interests in becoming members of the Parks and Recreation Committee. Each
candidate met individually with the Parks and Recreation Committee for a brief,
informal, question and answer interview. Each candidate was given the opportunity to
e><press their desires, concerns and goals for thc future development of the parks and
recreational activities in Centerville.
CONSIDERA nON OF MINUTES
Julv 5. 2000 Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes
Motion by Ms. DeVine, seconded by Mr. LeBlanc to approve the July 5, 2000 Parks
and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
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OLD BUSINESS
Goals
Ms. Lien explained that she included this on the agenda once again for anyone who
would like to update the committee on any of their goals.
Trees:
Mr. Porter explained that as mentioned at the previous meeting, the City would obtain a
much better deal if they ordered trees in conjunction with Mr. Goetz of Goetz Landscape
& Irrigation. Mr. Goetz is waiting on Mr. Porter to submit a tree selection so he can
place the order.
The committee elected at this point to table the goals and "re-visit" at the September
meeting. Each member will update the committee on the status of their goals from
beginning to date, along with the status of their respective budgets.
Trail MaDS to City EIlI!ineer
Ms. Lien explained the Mr. SchIuender (City Engineer) had dropped off a copy of the
proposed trail map requested by the Parks and Recreation Committee. The map indicated
existing paved trails, existing sidewalks and future trails. Mr. SchuIender requested the
Parks and Recreation Committee look over the proposed map, make any changes,
corrections or additions, and they will make the updates before any final copies are made.
Ms. Lien had already indicated the committee wanted to have the parks shaded in green.
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and decided to table the discussion until the September meeting.
Mr. LeBlanc took the opportunity to distribute a copy of Anoka County's Trail
~pecll!catlons. 1JlScusslon emaueo reiarea to Wlalll 01 traus, ana the IOllowmg motion
was made:
Motion by Mr. LeBlanc, seconded by Mr. Porter to recommend to City Council to
adopt/add Anoka County's Trail Standard Specifications with a 10' standard width.
After further discussion, the motion was amended as follows:
Motion by Mr. LeBlanc, seconded by Mr. Porter to recommend to City Council to
adopt/add Anoka County's Trail Standard Specifications with a varying width,
subject to Parks and Recreation's approval, per individual development. All in
favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. LeBlanc will be contacting Barry BeTT1Stein, Recreation Program Supervisor, for the
City ofLino Lakes to find out the status ofthe "Sport Complex" and report back at the
September meeting.
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Letter of Understanding for Future Trails
Mr. LeBlanc explained he is still coordinating a meeting with the surrounding
communities, Met Council, Anoka County, etc. to discuss the trail system. He is trying to
coordinate the meeting for sometime in August. He will contact each of the Parks and
Recreation members and City Hall with the details.
BMX Track
Ms. DeVine distributed information from Pineview Park BMX in St. Cloud, Minnesota.
She has set up a tour for August 9, 2000. Mr. Porter, Mr. LeBlanc and Ms. DeVine will
be leaving Centerville at approximately 5:45 p.m. for St. Cloud. They will give the
committee an update at the September meeting.
Landscaoing (Remainim! Park Signs)
Ms. DeVine explained that she had been in contact with Pete Lawrence, Consultant for
Goetz Landscape & Irrigation. Mr. Lawrence submitted a revised quote of$3,018.
compared to his original bid of$7,830 for landscaping around the two (2) memorial park
signs. This quote is based on a somewhat smaller design than the original one submitted.
Ms. DeVine explained it would have been impossible to have the sign completed before
the Fete des Lacs Festival.
Motion by Mr. Porter, seconded by Mr. LeBlanc to accept the new arrangement and
bid as proposed by Ms. DeVine for landscaping around the two (2) memorial park
signs, by Goetz Landscape & Irrigation. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
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meeting.
Purchase of Sanitation Units
Tabled
Eag.le Park Sanitation Unit
!vIr. Peterson (Public Works) explained that he had conlacted On-Site Sanitation
regarding the length of the hose used to maintain the satellite. He was informed that the
hose used is 15 feet in length. There is a 30-foot extension, but there isn't any suction
with the 30-foot extension. Therefore, the hose will not be able to reach the suggested
areas. In addition, the trail that was installed at Eagle Park doesn't have any type of
undercore, such as class five. No trucks can drive on the trail, or there will be permanent
damage. The satellite has to stay where it is currently located.
Mr. Okan requested a wall or barrier be constructed behind the unit for odor purposes.
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Mr. Porter will contact Mr. Palzer regarding the current contract with On-Site Sanitation
and about constructing a walllbarrier behind the unit, and report back to the committee at
the September meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Letter from Eagle Pass Townhome Association
Ms. Lien explained a letter and photos that had been submitted by the Eagle Pass
Townhome Association addressing their concerns within the development. The main
concern involving the Parks and Recreation Committee is the "sport pad" and the
condition of the turf (weeds) at Eagle Park.
Motion by Mr. Porter, seconded by Ms. DeVine to recommend to City Council that
no further development occur in the Eagle Pass Townhome Development until Eagle
Park is complete with stump removal, tennis court and trail brought up to standard
specifications. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Porter would like to be included in any meetings (if any) with the Eagle Pass
Townhome Association.
Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve - Pedestrian / Bicvcle Trail
Ms. Lien explained a letter received from John VonDelinde, Anoka County Parks
Director, requesting compensation for fencing and landscaping adjacent and just west of
the trail on the water utility property. Two (2) homeowners have expressed concerns
about trail users trespassing on their property. Anoka County is requesting the City of
Centerville share in 50% of the costs. The total cost is $7581.93, which means
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Recreations' budget.
Mr. LeBlanc questioned if these properties are located on Lino Lakes property. Ifso,
Lino Lakes should be the ones to "share" the costs. The committee elected to pass this on
to the City ofLino Lakes.
Motion hy Ms. DeVine, seconded by Mr. Porter to recommend to City Council that
the City of Lino Lakes absorb the request for 50% of the costs to construct a fence
and landscaping barricade for Lino Lakes residents. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
Raw Sewage Spill
Mr. LeBlanc requested discussion over the issue of the raw sewage that spilled into
Clearwater Creek. Mr. LeBlanc explained that the sewage ran into Peltier Lake which
acts as a catch basin, and from there, eventually into Centerville Lake and down to all of
the lakes down the chain. Mr. LeBlanc shared that this has happened eight (8) times in
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the last 15 years, and feels there should be some type of notification to the City and
residents, and some type of accountability. Mr. LeBlanc requested this be brought before
the City Council.
Selection of Park and Recreation Members
Motion by Mr. Porter, seconded by Ms. DeVine to recommend to City Council the
appointment ofTedd Peterson and Brian Walter to the two (2) vacancies on the
Parks and Recreation Committee. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Ms. Lien is to notifY the candidates of the status of the appointments.
Motion by Ms. DeVine, seconded by Mr. LeBlanc to adjourn the August 7, 2000
Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jill Lien
Staff liaison
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Jim March
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To: Wayne LeBlanc; Theresa Brenner. Tom Peterson; Tim Rehbine; Ray Devine; Michelle Moser; Lori
Dom; John McLean; Jim Hoeft; Hanna Tilsen; Brian Hanson; Patricia Scott; Elizabeth Scheller;
Doug Porter; Dave Kilian; Mary Capra; Aimee Fairbrother; City Council
Subject: Week in Review
Week in Review
Augusl18, 2000
Building Permits this Period = 3
Building Permits YTD = 120
New Homes Year to Date = 33
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. I received a letter from Anoka County Environmental Services this week. They
announced that they had received 101 well water samples sent to them from around the
County during their water testing promotion. Sixteen samples were received from the City
of Centerville. Ten well water samples of the total 1 01 samples were contaminated with
coliform bacteria. One well exceeded the safe nitrate level for drinking water. They did not
indicate if any of the contaminated wells were within the City of Centerville. They did
provide information to properiy disinfect a contaminated well to those that had problems.
. APT will be replacing their antennas on the watertower with new antennas. The new
antennas will be in the same locations as the existing antennas, but the new receivers will
be slightly smaller and lighter. The current lease allows them to change antennas at their
own expense.
. Curb and gutter was installed in phase /I of Center Villa this week.
. Centerville has a new location for public works. The City successfully closed on the
Eagle Trucking location on Tuesday morning. We will be making the complete move to the
new building within the next couple weeks.
· Sewer and water is being extended south from Parkview Addition to Hunter's Crossing
this week. There have been some easement issues and right of way obstructions to
complicate the project, but the work is proceeding at a rapid pace. The dry weather has
been great for the construction projects.
. The City Hall/Fire Hall and former Eagle Trucking building were inspected by a loss
control specialist from Berkeley Risk Administrators this week. The buildings passed
inspections.
* I spoke to Greg Owens from the County Bank yesterday. They have hired a local person
to be the branch manager for the facility. I will not disclose the name, because they
are issuing a press release on the subject. They plan to have the mobile banking facility on
location by mid-September. Greg also mentioned that the bank could possibly finance the
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entrance monument with a 0% loan. The loan could possibly be paid back over time with
f4,nds from charitable gambling proceeds or a local fund raiser. I expressed a desire to
construct the monument sign in conjunction with the new building, utilizing as many of the
bank subcontractors as possible. Greg indicated that he has already instructed the
electricians to include in their building bid the cost for extending electrical for the new
monument entrance sign. The bank is willing to pay for the electrical installation costs. I
also asked if their architect Mike Kraft could use Terry Sweeney's concept sketch to create
some actual specifications for the sign. Greg said that he has passed the information on to
their architect and instructed him to assist with the project. The bank will be a great asset
to our City and will be a welcome addition to our business community.
. Congratulations to the Dorn's with their new addition to the family! Centerville's
population continues to grow,
. I spoke to Mike Quigley from Gor-em Development yesterday. He indicated that they
would like to plat the two outlots in Eagle Pass as soon as possible. They would like to
present a sketch plan to P+Z in September. Mr. Quigley indicated that he would have the
streets swept and weeds mowed down in the outlots immediately. He also expressed a
willingness to expand the undeveloped sport court into a full sized tennis court, I suggest
this be discussed at the next park and recreation meeting,
. St. Genevieve's Chicken Dinner is this weekend. Parking issues have been addressed
as fully as possible. Hope to see you there.
· Have a great weekend!
8/18/00
Jim March
Jim March Umarch@goldengate.net]
Friday, August 25, 20002:59 PM
Wayne LeBlanc; Theresa Brenner; Tom Peterson; Tim Rehbine; Ray Devine; Michelle Moser; Lori
Dam; John McLean; Jim Hoeft; Hanna Tilsen; Brian Hanson; Patricia Scott; Elizabeth Scheller;
Doug Porter; Dave Kilian; Mary Capra; Aimee Fairbrother; Mari Nelson; Linda Broussard Vickers;
Dick Travis
Subject: Week in Review
From:
Sent:
To:
Week in Review
August 25, 2000
Building Permits this Period = 4
Building Permits YTD = 124
New Homes Year to Date = 33
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. Soil borings were taken this week at the future site of the County Bank.
* Filings open next week Tuesday for the Mayor's position and two Council vacancies.
Filings remain open until September 12th.
* There were 104 participants at the seventh annual Safety Camp. Fire Chief Milo Bennett
reported that the event was a huge success again this yea'r.
. The Centerville Lion's Club has announced that they will be having a September to
Remember Membership Drive. The club will have an Open House at the September 14th
meeting at Chauncey Barett Gardens. Three new member candidates have already filed to
join the club. If you know someone that would be interested in being a member of the
Lion's, please let me know. We intend to revitalize the club and undertake some important
community improvement projects at the parks this next year. The Lion's Club has also
discussed holding the second annual Community-Wide Bonfire in conjunction with the
Haunted House in October.
* From my observation, it appeared the St. Genevieve's Annual Chicken Dinner was a
huge success. It was the first time that my family was able to attend the event and we had
a great time and a great meal.
. The owner of the Lake Area Utilities building has paid the required fees to connect his
building to muncipal sewer and water.
* Safety clean has completed their work to chemically wash the inside of the shop at Eagle
Trucking. The interior sheet metal is now bright and white instead of sooty black. It looks
great. Public works has started to move some storage boxes into the mezzanine.
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Jim March
To: Wayne LeBlanc; Theresa Brenner; Tom Peterson; Tim Rehbine; Ray Devine; Michelle Moser; Lori
Dom; John McLean; Jim Hoeft; Hanna Tilsen; Brian Hanson; Patricia Scott; Elizabeth Scheller;
Doug Porter; Dave Kilian; Mary Capra; Aimee Fairbrother; City Council
Subject: Week in Review
Week in Review
September 1. 2000
Building Permits this Period
Building Permits YTD
New Homes Year to Date
= 2
= 126
= 33
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. The streets in Eagle Pass have been swept and Swift construction will be cutting the
weeds next week. There were several weed nuisance letters that were sent out during the
last week. Most respondents have been courteous when calling to comment about their
situations.
. Articles have or will have appeared in both the Hugonian and Quad Press in regards to
the petition relative to the dangerous off-ramps at the interchange on 1-35E. There are over
300 signatures so far on the petition. I have been in contact with the Cable Commission
and they will be featuring the issue on their next episode of City Scope.
. The park signs at Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park and Tracie McBride Memorial Park were
landscaped this week. The landscaping looks great. Thank you to the Park and
Recreation Committee volunteers that removed the old material from around the signs prior
to the new installation.
. An invitation has been received from the City of Lino Lakes. They are hosting a
September 7th, supper meeting for the mayors and administrators of cities in the area that
will be served by the Chain of Lakes YMCA. The purpose of the meeting is threefold:
1) To provide an update on the progress of the YMCA project
2) To participate in the YMCA of Greater St. Paul's Strategic Planning Review and Renew Process
3) To discuss alternatives for participation
Information will be brought back and shared from this meeting.
* The Centerville Lake Association is meeting on September 14th at City Hall.
* City Hall will be closed on Monday in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy your holiday weekend!
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