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Planning & Zoning Board July 14, 2004 Page 8 desires of the business community and others. He expressed disappointment that they did not have more businesses attend the meeting to hear more comments. Mr. Hyden requested getting another copy of the summary sheet of other cities that had been prepared previously. He said it was tough to control what businesses wanted to do on their property and they had a right to advertise. However, he believed signs should be fixed to the property and the number of temporary banners should be limited to a time. He stated signage in windows was a non -issue because they were attached to the building. He stated he agreed with the 32 square foot signage. He stated advertising was a very important aspect for a successful business and it was important to let businesses advertise. He stated he believed they needed to address signs that were in the right -of- way, on telephone poles, stop signs, yield signs, and tattered old signs. He stated he did not want to limit garage sale signs, or make the resident get a permit, but he believed the size and height of the sign should be limited. He noted ultimately, they wanted commerce to be successful and the City should invite businesses into the City. He stated he did not want to see the restrictions get too tight because it was important not to discourage businesses from coming into the City. Ms. Lane stated she was not at the special meeting, but she was disappointed that only two businesses had attended. She stated they should have some representative task force to look at this though. Chair Rafferty stated he did not want this to be micromanaged and believed signs of a permanent basis were to be encouraged. He stated he would also like to receive a copy of the summary Mr. Smyser had previously prepared. Mr. Tralle stated he agreed partially with Mr. Hyden. He stated just because a business owned a property, did not mean they can fill it up with banners. He stated there was an option to hire a part-time enforcement officer as the City of Ramsey was proposing to do. Chair Rafferty asked what was staffs recommendation. Mr. Smyser replied they would have something put together for the Board to discuss at their next meeting. Chair Rafferty suggested staff and the Board members take pictures of what they liked and did not like with respect to signage on properties. B. 2004/2005 City Council Goals Staff stated in May, 2004 the City Council held a goal setting session to determine the High Priority Goals for 2004 -2005. The Council at their June 14, 2004 meeting adopted the seven goals. Each of the goals includes a specific Management Action Plan (MAPs) for pursing implementation. The MAPs identify specific performance, objectives, schedules, methodologies, and action plans. They also identify operating and capital budget requirements. He noted it would be likely the P &Z Board will be heavily involved in several of the key action steps identified for implementation. DRAFT MINUTES