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M] N lJ'LC;S CITP CO1JN(:IL 1VIARCH 23, 2005 Erin Mathern, MendotaLlomes, presented the revised monument sign for Market Square Town Offices noting the more horizontal orientation of the sign. She reviewed the materials Co be used for this sign pointing out that the brick elements at either end would match the building. Mathern indicated that the signage will have a dark background with white lettering as recommended under the City's Architectural Guidelines. With regard to placement, Mathern described the location of the sign to the area between the driveway access points. She noted the discussion at the February 23id meeting about the potential need to relocate the street light. Given the expense of doing, the size of the sign, and the distance between the street light and sign, Mathern felt the location in the area behind the street light was adequate. Allan asked about the materials that would be used for the cabs on the signage pillars. Mathern replied that the material would be stone or STUCCO. Montour and LaValle felt that the revised signage proposal was a good one. Tim Walstrom, State ILLarm Insurance, reported that prior to purchasing his town office unit, he discussed signage with the City Planner and was of the understanding that it would be possible to move his existing signage at the Market Place Shopping Center to the outside of the town offce building. Walstrom indicated that he understands the Council desire not to have additional signage on the outside of the town office building. V>valstrom pointed omit that he made some business decisions to purchase his town office unit because of its exposure to the street and based on information he received about signage. Walstrom stated that he would like some exposure for his business to Market Place Drive. Blesener noted that he has looked at other town offices complexes in the City and pointed out that he has observed other businesses using window signage. LaValle indicated that he has made this same observation. t3lesener stated that it was his understanding that the Code allows for window signage up to 20% of the total window area. I3lesener suggested that Walstrom work with the City Administrator to determine the maximum amount of window signage he would be allowed. There was no one else present from the general public wishing to comment on this matter. Upon motion by Montour, seconded by Keis, the public hearing was closed.