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appears that none of the lettering exceeds twelve (12) inches in height, which is consistent with sign standards for a majority of the adjacent COR zoning districts. Additionally, the majority of the signage appears to be instructional/directional in nature rather than advertising copy. Considering this, Staff is of the opinion that the proposed sign package is acceptable. In addition to the final design plans submitted by Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., the City's most current development plan for The COR, dated May 19, 2011, includes an additional platform to accommodate longer trains, a potential site for relocating the old town hall, and indicates future bike lockers and racks. As these options are identified within the current development plan for The COR, should any or all of these potential additional amenities be implemented, they would not be subject to future site plan review. Other agencies, such as the Metropolitan Council, MnDOT and BNSF have reviewed the preliminary design plans (90% design) and their comments have been incorporated into the final plans. These agencies are also reviewing the final plans as well. Recommendation: The Planning Commission reviewed the site plan at their August 4, 2011 Planning Commission meeting and recommended City Council approval contingent upon compliance with the staff review letter. Funding Source: As noted above, there are multiple partners providing funding for this project. The overall cost of the project is estimated to be $14,350,000. The following are the funding partners and their respective contributions: •State bonding: $4,000,000 •Counties Transit Investment Board: $3,000,000 •Metropolitan Council: $1,300,000 •Anoka County Regional Rail Authority: $3,000,000 •City of Ramsey: $3,050,000 Council Action: Motion to approve the site plan for the Ramsey Northstar Commuter Rail Station contingent upon compliance with the City Staff Review Letter dated August 17, 2011. Site Location Map Site Plan Proposed Signage Landscaping Plan Architectural Elevations Elevator/Stair Tower Elevations Current Development Plan for The COR Staff Review Letter Dated August 17, 2011 Attachments Form Review Inbox Reviewed By Date Tim Gladhill Tim Gladhill 08/17/2011 08:56 AM Brian Olson Brian Olson 08/17/2011 11:23 AM Heidi Nelson Heidi Nelson 08/18/2011 11:31 AM Kurt Ulrich Kurt Ulrich 08/18/2011 03:05 PM Form Started By: Chris Anderson Started On: 08/15/2011 08:34 AM Final Approval Date: 08/18/2011