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COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 23, 1997 Council Member Lyden moved to adopt FIRST READING of Ordinance No. 17 - 97 as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Council Member Bergeson stated he is concerned about the 15 -foot setback for motor homes and believes it is hard to regulate items that are properly licensed and proper to park on the street. However, with a motor home, he questions if it is a "residence on wheels" or a "recreational vehicle." With the large units, he asserted it is a residence on wheels and noted that other types of residences are not allowed within 15 feet of the lot line. Council Member Bergeson stated even though he thinks this is a flaw, he will vote to support the ordinance and see if it becomes a future issue. Mr. Brixius explained they tried to be sensitive when determining how to identify the setback line from the boulevard and the need to maintain sight lines. Mayor Landers commented on the need for safety when backing recreational vehicles out of the driveway. Motion carried with Council Member Kuether voting nay. Mayor Landers declared a recess at 8:02 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 8:20 p.m. Consideration of FIRST READING Ordinance No. 12 - 97, Sign Ordinance Amendment (4/5ths vote) - Ms. Wyland reported the proposed amendment to the Sign Ordinance was considered by the Planning and Zoning Board at their May meeting and they recommend adoption, as amended. She reviewed the proposed amendments, definitions to be added, and noted advertising billboards would only be allowed in RBR districts. Council Member Bergeson asked when does a sign become a billboard. Ms. Wyland explained it is considered to be an "advertising sign" if located on property it is not advertising. Mayor Landers inquired regarding restrictions on banners and flags. Ms. Wyland advised this prevents banners that contain multiple flags or advertising a project on residential properties. Council Member Bergeson asked if there are any existing business signs that will be impacted. Ms. Wyland explained an existing sign (unless it is a temporary sign) would be grandfathered -in and not be required to meet the ordinance unless it is replaced. Council Member Bergeson asked about businesses located by freeway exits. Ms. Wyland explained that this Sign Ordinance will be modified for the Town Village along with the Architectural Standards. Council Member Bergeson commented on another community that has a restrictive sign ordinance that has resulted in hurting businesses located along the freeway. Ms. Wyland noted there has not been a lot of development at freeway intersections but if there appears to be a problem, it can be reviewed again. Mr. Wessel advised this issue was reviewed and businesses did not believe it was too restrictive. Also, input indicated there was support to have no billboards in the community as they did not result in an economic benefit. Council Member Neal raised the issue of campaign signs and suggested they be outlawed altogether since they arc almost impossiblc to regulate. 10