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Regular Planning Commission <br />Meeting Date: 12/19/2024 <br />Primary Strategic Plan Initiative: <br />7. 1. <br />Create a positive image for residential neighborhoods, business districts and key <br />corridors. <br />Information <br />Title: <br />Discuss the Sign Code Update pertaining to Electronic Messaging Centers (EMCs) <br />Purpose/Background: <br />Ramsey's Sign Code (currently split between Chapter 117, Article II, Division 8, and the COR Framework) has been updated <br />several times over the years as individual issues or topics have surfaced. Staff have noticed several areas, mostly minor <br />items, that need to be cleaned up, clarified, or rearranged. One of the major items that needs to be addresses is how to <br />incorporate the signage regulations in the COR Framework into the rest of the City's Sign Code for consistency in application <br />and administration. <br />The goals of updating the Code are the ease of use by property owners, developers, businesses, and staff: <br />Consistency in terms and definitions <br />Clear purpose and intent of the sign code <br />Clear distinctions between what sign types and sizes are allowed in each zoning district <br />Consistency with how the Sign Code is interpreted and administered <br />Reorganization of Chapter 117 and the COR Framework language to eliminate redundancies and contradictions <br />Streamline processes <br />Create an improved Sign Code that is easier to read and understand for all users. <br />Tonight, we will examine regulations on electronic messaging centers (EMCs) as wall and/or freestanding signage. The <br />purpose of this discussion is to review current procedures and regulations, identify similarities and differences, and develop <br />methods to streamline and simplify the regulations for EMCs in all of Ramsey's zoning districts. Having a consistent and <br />simplified Sign Code sends a clear, transparent, and understandable message of what the expectations are for each sign type. <br />Both sections of Ramsey's Sign Code are attached to this staff report for reference. Additionally, a PDF copy of the <br />PowerPoint presentation is attached for reference. <br />Notification: <br />None required at this stage. <br />Funding Source: <br />The Sign Code update is being handled through Staffs normal duties. <br />Recommendation: <br />Provide direction to Staff to develop clear, consistent, and simplified regulations for electronic messaging centers <br />in all zoning districts. If additional time is needed, the discussion of this topic can continue at a future meeting. <br />Outcome/Action: <br />Provide direction to Staff to develop clear, consistent, and simplified regulations for electronic messaging centers <br />in all zoning districts. <br />Attachments <br />Presentation on Electronic Messaging Centers (EMCs) <br />Sign Regulations - Chapter 117 <br />