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• • COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 23, 1997 Mayor Landers inquired regarding the time period for a "temporary sign." Ms. Wyland advised it is for special event signs and the duration is 15 days. She reported some "temporary signs" have applied for permanent signs. Council Member Lyden inquired regarding garage sale signs. Ms. Wyland stated this was discussed and decided to leave it alone since it is too difficult to enforce. She noted the ordinance does not allow signs in any right-of-way or on utility poles or structures. She reviewed the regulations for advertising seasonal boutiques. Council Member Lyden stated he does not support restricting garage sale signs and would like that section removed. Council Member Neal indicated support for the system used by Centerville to only allow garage sales one weekend a year. Mr. Brixius explained the proposed ordinance prevents placement of private signs in the right-of- way since that becomes an encumbrance to safety. He commented on the nuisance of having garage sale signs placed, on a weekly basis, on your property. Council Member Neal moved to adopt FIRST READING of Ordinance No. 12 - 97 as presented. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Council Member Kuether asked if the section pertaining to garage sale signs will be removed. Council Member Lyden stated he would like it removed, however, he understands the need to assure safety. Council Member Neal agreed to amend the motion to remove the restriction on garage sale signs. Council Member Kuether, who seconded the motion, stated concurrence. The motion, as amended, carried unanimously. At the request of staff, the Council agreed to next consider Agenda Item 6A. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REPORT, BRIAN WESSEL Consideration of Planning Districts No. I and II District Comprehensive Concept Plan - Mr. Wessel explained the Comprehensive Plan Task Force has adopted the plan for Districts 1 and 2. A public hearing was held by the Planning and Zoning Board on April 9, 1997 and they unanimously supported the document and recommended approval. He reviewed the 20/20 Vision Plan directives which was reinforced during the City survey of last year. Mr. Wessel commented on the areas of progress involved with updating the Comprehensive Plan in being environmentally aware, connecting the City trail system with the County's trail system, and education with cross -communication between the City and School District. He noted the eight (8) directives which are being met including the desire to accelerate the rate of commercial growth without impacting residential in rural areas. Mr. Wessel commented on the design of a City logo which has helped with the identity system City-wide, creation of architectural guidelines. cluster commercial around the interchange, community services (specifically a restaurant). community center, and negotiations with the YMCA. He commended the Council on the progress made in reaching these eight (8) directives and requested conceptual approval of Districts I and 2.