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1 1 1 Planning and Zoning Page Four January 9, 1985 tions regarding the specifics of the proposed sign - lighting, size, etc. Mr. McLean asked Mr. Kluegel why a sign application form for this request and the request by Mr. Swistowski was not included within the package and asked that it be included in the future. Mr. Landsberger explained that he was not certain about the design of the sign and that he would not need approval until the spring at which time he could construct the sign. Mr. Prokop moved to table the application of Mr. James Landsberger of 7849 Main Street, dated 1/2/85 for a conditional use permit for an advertising sign until Mr. Landsberger has researched the best type of sign for his purpose and also put together a proposal which complies with the sign ordinance. Mrs. Klaus seconded the motion. Motion carried. Old Business There was no old business to address. New Business Mayor Benson had attended tonight's meeting and addressed the Board asking for a joint meeting between the City Council and the P & Z Board. He suggested a date of January 19, which was acceptable to the Board. A time of 8:00 A.M. was set. The meeting would not in- clude breakfast, but rather rolls and coffee. Mayor Benson also asked the Board to consider a start time of 7:00 P.M. for their meetings and a 10:00 P.M. finish, which would be consistent with other City Boards. The Board agreed to this. In order to clear up the question of why the Council interviewed candidates for the City Planner position, Mayor Benson said that it seemed the natural course of events for the Council to inter- view the candidates and also because there are some cost problems which must be taken into consideration before a decision is made. The Board was reminded to try and remember the spirit and intent of the city ordinances when acting on issues. Mayor Benson also suggested acting upon issues separately, such as a rezone separately and then a variance separately as a time saving element. Mr. Prokop asked what kind of public feedback Mayor Benson receives, to which he answered that some people feel intimidated simply to appear before the Board and also the length of meetings and time required to process applications seems longer than necessary, The Board felt that often there is incomplete information upon which to consider an issue. Mr. Kluegel was reminded to be sure to use a checklist in preparing the P & Z packets. Mayor Benson stated that he would possibly require the City Administrator to attend future meetings and also ask him to preview the P & Z packet to assure that all applications are complete. The meeting adjourned at 10:10 P.M. Aye, 93