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Mr. Thonvold confirmed and reviewed the location of the signs and stated that the proposed <br />signs have the highest visibility facing west. <br />Brian Elsesser of Designer Sign Systems stated a larger logo is desired for visibility purposes. <br />Discussion ensued regarding current sign regulations and how square footage is calculated. <br />Senior Planner Gladhill reviewed the upcoming potential amendments to the City's sign code and <br />the City's desire for more flexibility. Senior Planner Gladhill stated this request appears to <br />generally be in line with those discussions, especially in terms of construction specifications of <br />the proposed lettering. <br />Discussion ensued regarding proposed sign size as well as current procedures and regulations <br />related to sign review. <br />Economic Development/Marketing Manager Backman clarified that no sign is being proposed <br />along Ramsey Boulevard. <br />Vice Chairperson Van Scoy stated he desired the logo height on the monument sign to be <br />lowered. <br />Commissioner Schiller stated he believed that the logo would not stand out enough if the height <br />was lowered. <br />Discussion ensued regarding locations of signs and visibility from Ramsey Boulevard. <br />Senior Planner Gladhill reviewed the original conceptual drawings that were part of the site plan <br />review which showed lettering on the glass facade facing Ramsey Boulevard. Senior Planner <br />Gladhill stated it was his understanding that lettering on the glass facade did not provide enough <br />contrast to give adequate visibility of the letters, so the Applicant amended the sign plan as <br />shown today. <br />Mr. Thonvold stated that they would be willing to reduce the logo height to 30 inches. <br />Motion by Commissioner Dunaway, seconded by Commissioner Field, to recommend City <br />Council approve the resolution adopting findings of fact favorable relating to Allina Medical <br />Clinic's request for a conditional use permit to exceed sign size restrictions established in City <br />Code, and reducing the logo height on the monument sign to 30 inches.. <br />Motion Carried. Voting Yes: Vice Chairperson Van Scoy, Commissioners Dunaway, Field, and <br />Schiller. Voting No: None. Absent Chairperson Levine, Commissioners Bauer and Brauer. <br />Motion by Commissioner Dunaway, seconded by Commissioner Field, to recommend City <br />Council approve the issuance of a conditional use permit based on findings of fact relating to <br />Allina Medical Clinic's request and adopt the resolution declaring the terms and reducing the <br />height of the monument sign logo to 30 inches. <br />Planning Commission/May 19, 2011 <br />Page 3 of 4 <br />