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Approved by the applicant. The sign setback and height restriction would remain unchanged as would the wall sign maximums. It should also be noted that support of this proposed amendment would not only allow schools larger ground signs but also churches and public facilities. In researching the other cities Sign Codes, nearly all categorize uses such as schools, churches and public facilities together, so staff wouldn't suggest separating schools. Baker stated that there are a large number of church signs that are currently larger than twenty square feet. Gundlach replied that it is possible that there are churches with ground signs larger than 20 square feet, however she does not know how many. Kyle Askowski, Public Relations Director for Mounds View School District, stated that the school district would like to maintain consistent and equitable signs for all of the schools in the district. Howard inquired if the other cities within the district will be allowing the larger signs. Askowski replied that the larger signs will be allowed in all the other communities. Baker stated that he supports the zoning code change since the properties are generally quite large. Motion by Baker, Second by Howard to CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. 4 Ayes, 0 Nays. O'Keefe stated that it does not seem that staff supports the change and asked if there is a reason why. Gundlach replied that staff was trying to remain impartial and did not make a recommendation other than requesting the Commission review the documentation provided by the applicant. She added that staff does not have an issue with the increased size of the signs for the school district,but with this approval churches will also be able to have signs that are 32 square feet. Fernelius stated any churches that have a nonconforming sign will now be conforming which would be a positive benefit. Motion by O'Keefe, Second by Howard to Motion to waive the reading and adopt the attached resolution RECOMMENDING APPROVAL TO THE CITY COUNCIL WITH THE PROPOSED CHANGE. 4 Ayes, 0 Nays. Public Hearings: PU2006-002, FP2006-012, and SP2006-012 Final Overall Planned Unit Development Approval, Final Plat of the Area Known as Tract 1 (also to be known as Long Lake Landing), and a Special Use Permit to Establish a Comprehensive Sign Plan The applicants are proposing final Planned Unit Development approval, Final Plat of a portion of the PUD, and a Special Use Permit to establish a Comprehensive Sign Plan C:ADocuments and SettingspgoepeALocal Settings\Temporary Internet Files\OLK28\08-15-2006(2).doc Page 7 of 14