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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes September 16, 2003 Page 6 1 Mr. Crockrow clarified his understanding that the Planning Commission would prefer that the 2 sign language be revised and presented to the Planning Commission for further review at next 3 month's meeting and then present to City Council. Chair Melsha confirmed that this would be 4 their preference. 5 6 Vice Chair Stille asked if Subway could use a temporary sign until everything has been 7 approved. Wally Furnanda, Subway, explained that his Development Agent has stated that they 8 are having issues with the sign noting that he does not know, in depth, what has transpired. He 9 stated that he would discuss this further with his Development Agent adding that he would like a 10 swift resolution to this issue because the opening is planned for October 1, 2003. 11 12 Chair Melsha asked if there is anything they could do, on a short-term basis, until a decision is 13 made. Mr. Furnanda stated that he would go forward with whatever is recommended. 14 15 Commissioner Hanson asked if the Subway Corporation would prevent them from opening 16 without the proper signage. Mr. Furnanda confirmed that this could be a possibility and 17 reviewed his concerns with the Commission. 18 19 Vice Chair Stille clarified that the only issue with the Subway sign is the color. Mr. Crockrow 20 confirmed that color is the issue. 21 22 Chair Melsha suggested including an amendment to add yellow and revise to include 23 dimensions. 24 25 Mr. Crockrow suggested including a revision that the logos would be no larger than 3x6 feet 26 adding that everything else is covered. 27 28 Commissioner Hoska suggested that no more than two logo signs be allowed. Mr. Crockrow 29 explained that Bumper to Bumper is unique adding that he cannot imagine any other tenant 30 requiring two logos. 31 32 Commissioner Hanson stated that there is another national tenant that is considering a location in 33 the center and that this issue will come before them again. He stated that he sees two issues, 34 adding yellow versus red and the size of the sign. He asked what portion of the 60%would be 35 allowed for a logo sign. 36 37 Chair Melsha stated one 3x6 logo sign is reasonable adding that two logo signs are too much. 38 He stated that a public hearing.is not the place to negotiate these issues. Commissioner Tillman 39 agreed stating that the dimensions and percentages should be worked out. 40 41 Owner-Bumper to Bumper stated that they are ok with waiting until next month on the signage. 42 43 Mr. Crockrow asked the Commission if they could accommodate Subway due to their meeting 44 with City Council next week. He suggested that they work on the rest of the signage criteria for 45 review next month. He explained that the Subway sign is uniform nationwide and 46 acknowledged the need to conform to city ordinance. He acknowledged that the City of St.