PL PACKET 06.23 - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

June 16, 2014 Page 3 Title XV Land Usage, Chapter 155 Sign Code, Section §155.03 defines an "Electronic Message Sign" as "any sign that displays a message electronically through the use of pixel -based technology, such as but not limited to light emitting diodes (LEDs), liquid crystal, etc. CONCLUSIONS Electronic message signs are permitted in the ROS — Recreation Open Space Zoning District on property that is owned by the city or Independent School District No. 282. Currently there are three (3) electronic message signs located within the City, including one at City Hall, one at Wilshire Park Elementary School, and one at St. Anthony High School. Historically the City of St. Anthony Village has not approved text amendments to allow electronic message signs on property that are outside of the ROS — Recreation/Open Space Zoning District. In the past, the Planning Commission and City Council have reviewed requests for a text amendment, which included an analysis of the change in message (scrolling, flashing, blinking, animations, etc.), colors allowed (monochromatic vs. array of colors), automatic shutoff and dimming features, size limitations, message timing, placement and spacing between multiple electronic signs, etc. The Applicant has expressed a desire to have an electronic message sign in front of their school only (as opposed to in front of the school and the church buildings) on site. They have expressed a need to relay information to the public as it relates to school activities and other ongoing announcements. The Planning Commission may consider whether an amendment to Chapter 155: Sign Code is desired to allow electronic message signs in the R1 District or not. POTENTIAL ACTIONS 1. Request Additional Information and Continue the Public Hearing. Should the Planning Commission request additional information from the Applicant, the Planning Commission should continue the public hearing until a later time. 2. Recommend Approval of the Proposed Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment. In the event of a recommendation for approval (with or without modifications), the Planning Commission may refer to Exhibit C and may modify the draft ordinance for approval to include any amendments that it deems necessary. 3. Recommend Denial of the Proposed Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment. In the event the Planning Commission chooses denial of the requested zoning ordinance text amendment, it should clearly state its reasons for the denial recommendation and direct staff to prepare a resolution of denial for consideration at the City Council meeting. ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A: Location map Exhibit B: Application and Supporting Material Exhibit C: Draft Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance