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118 "The COR Districts" of Chapter 117 of the City Code of Ramsey, Minnesota, to Amend <br />Sub - District Boundaries, Parking Regulations, Parks Section, and Master Sign Plan. <br />Further discussion: Development Services Manager Gladhill answered the Council's questions <br />related to the Planning Commission's discussion about the sizing of signs, illumination, and cost <br />of construction. With regard to the brightly lit car dealership signs along Highway 10, <br />Development Services Manager Gladhill advised the Code allows only enough brightness <br />(lumens) to read the message, which provides flexibility. <br />A roll call vote was performed by the Recording Secretary: <br />Councilmember McGlone aye <br />Councilmember Tossey aye <br />Councilmember Elvig aye <br />Councilmember Strommen aye <br />Councilmember Wise aye <br />Councilmember Backous aye <br />Mayor Ramsey aye <br />Motion carried. <br />7.03: Adopt Ordinance #12 -XX to Amend City Code Chapter 117, Article II, Division 8 <br />(Signs) Related to Temporary, Construction Real Estate, and Off - Premise Signs <br />Development Services Manager Gladhill reviewed the staff report and answered questions of the <br />Council related to exemptions for real estate signs that identify location and size of leasable <br />space. He indicated this type of signage is considered temporary in nature and would be <br />removed upon leasing the space. It was noted that dynamic display signs are regulated by <br />frequency of display and level of lumens. <br />The Council acknowledged the need for the City to follow Code requirements when placing <br />temporary signage for The Draw events. <br />With regard to the Northfork sign being located within the right -of -way and intersecting the path, <br />Development Services Manager Gladhill advised that it had been approved and the City obtains a <br />Mn/DOT permit each year. It was suggested that Northfork be encouraged to better maintain its <br />sign and possibly shift its location. Development Services Manager Gladhill indicated staff <br />would further explore this issue. <br />The Council asked about the temporary trailer with a "Now Hiring" sign that had been placed <br />alongside the intersection of Highway 10 and Alpine Drive for several weeks. Development <br />Services Manager Gladhill indicated he was not aware of the trailer. <br />Motion by Councilmember Elvig, seconded by Councilmember Wise, to waive the requirement <br />of the City Charter to read the Ordinance aloud and adopt Ordinance #12 -20 Amending Article <br />II, Division 8 ( "Signs ") of Chapter 117 of the City Code of Ramsey, Minnesota. <br />City Council / November 27, 2012 <br />Page 5 of 8 <br />