Agenda - Council - 07/22/2008 - Laserfiche WebLink

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d. FuII animation and video. 3. If one of the farms of static display is identified as the preferred operational mode; a minimum display time should be established. This display time should correspond to the operation roadway speed (rather than posted speed limit}, allo«~ing at most' one image transition during the time that the sign if visible to a driver traveling at the operational speed. If a shorter minimum display time is considered; the effects of message sequencing • should be considered. ~jJait intervals of more than 1-2 seconds between sequenced messages have the potential to become more of a distraction as viewers «~ait impatiently for the next screen; in an effort to view the complete message. 4. If the community wishes to accommodate aination or video in some or all locations where dynamic are permitted, a minimum and maximum duration of a video image should be established. The, purpose for establishing a time limit is to ensure that the message. is conveyed in a short, concise time frame that does not cause slowing of traffic to allow drivers to see the entire message. Given the creativity of advertising; these video images may be seen as a form of entertainment, and people typically like to see an entertaining message through to the end. Differentiate between zoning districts where dynamic signs are permitted by right, and zoning districts, overlay districts; or special districts where they should only be allowed through the approval of a Conditional Use Permit. A CUP would involve public notification and revie«~ and approval by the P1amling Commission. Other options would include a design review board or other dispute resolution process. 5. Consider the establishment of minimum distance requirements betti~,~een electronic outdoor advertising devices in relation to the zoning district or roadway context in which the signs are allowed. 6. Consider size limitations on dynamic signs for zoning districts where they are allo«~ed. This may vary from one district to another. 7. Consider if dynamic signs are allo«~ed independently; or if they must be incorporated into the body of another sign, and therefore become a limited percentage of the overall sign face. Establish a requirement for that all dynamic signs that emit light be equipped «~ith mechanisms that allow brightness to be set at specific nit levels and. respond accurately to chariging light conditions. The City must establish the authority to disable or turn the device off if it malfunctions in a maimer that creates excessive glare or intensity that causes visual interference or blind. spots; and require that the device remain inoperable until such time that the owner demonstrates to the appropriate city official that the device is in satisfactory working condition. If such technology is not available: consideration should be give to bamiing dynamic signs that emit light until such time as the technology allows brightness levels to be precisely controlled. x,30 -238-