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22. That it does not appear that the proposed sign will interfere with the ability of drivers or pedestrians to see any street or highway sign, any traffic sign or signal, or any crossroad or crosswalk nor does it appear that the sign will distract drivers or offer any confusion to any street or highway, sign, or any traffic sign or signal. 23. That the Applicant has stated the additional sign would be beneficial for directional purposes due to the change in traffic patterns caused by the upgrades to Ramsey Boulevard. 24. That the upgrades on Ramsey Boulevard to accommodate a whistle -free zone created a right -in, right -out scenario for accessing Burger King from Ramsey Boulevard. 25. That since the upgrades were completed, there have been illegal u -turns across the railroad tracks on Ramsey Boulevard. 26. That the Applicant has a signed contract with Pine Ridge Pet Care authorizing the use of space on the existing ground sign subject to the Applicant obtaining approval and all necessary permits from the City. 27. That the City has, in the past, approved requests to exceed sign size restrictions allowed by City Code. 28. That the proposal will not grant the Applicant special privileges that are denied to other properties in the commercial area. 29. That the proposal will be designed so as to be harmonious and appropriate in appearance with the existing or intended character of the vicinity and will not change the essential character of the area. 30. That the proposal will not adversely impact traffic in the area. 31. That the proposed increase in sign surface area and height will not be unduly dangerous or otherwise detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity of the use or to the public welfare. 32. That the proposal will not substantially impair the use, enjoyment, or market value of any of the surrounding properties. 33. That the proposal will not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or future neighboring uses. 34. That the proposal will not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public facilities and services, and it will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community. 35. That the proposal will not involve activities and uses that will be detrimental to any persons, property, or the general welfare by reason of excessive production of glare. RESOLUTION #10 -08 - Page 3 of 4