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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 22, 1997 the authority to apply these standards pursuant to the Municipal Planning Act. Lawrence stated that he respects the opinion as stated, but that he does not see it in print. Lawrence asked if as an alternative to metal awnings if the City Council could approve the use of canvas awnings. Lawrence stated that it was his understanding that at the September Planning Commission the Commission indicated that they would be agreeable to any type of awning other than backlit. Lawrence reported that Arby's would prefer to use canvas rather than metal. The City Planner agreed that the Planning Commission indicated they would prefer metal but would a~ree to an acceptable alternative. Scalze indicated that she was hesitant to change from metal without additional review and comment by the Planning Commission. Lawrence indicated that Arby's would rather not put metal up and would prefer canvas. Canvas would meet their national store ~uidelines while technically metal does not. Lawrence felt that canvas was a more natural material than metal pointing out that the architectural guideline calls for the use of natural materials. Pedersen stated that he did not see where the architectural guidelines prohibit the use of backlit canopies, and indicated that he would rather see backlit than canvas ~iven that canvas is susceptible to becoming faded and frayed. Fahey pointed out that to consider Lawrence's request there will need to be a motion to reconsider the previous approval as well as a second. Morelan asked if canvas was discussed at the October Planning Commission meeting. Lawrence replied that it was not. However, Arby's has indicated that should backlit canopies not be approved, they would like to use canvas. Fahey stated that he had no problem with canvas pointing out that canvas is consistent with the City's architectural guidelines. Fahey stated that he would assume there are varying grades of canvas and would want to ensure that the canvas used is of high quality. Lawrence reported that Arby's has hi~h standards of cleanliness and appearance and would not use a product that would fade or deteriorate.