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7.1.
Regular Planning Commission
Meeting Date: 12/19/2024
   
Primary Strategic Plan Initiative: {ud_pd8}

Information

Title:

Discuss the Sign Code Update pertaining to Electronic Messaging Centers (EMCs)

Purpose/Background:

Ramsey's Sign Code (currently split between Chapter 117, Article II, Division 8, and the COR Framework) has been updated several times over the years as individual issues or topics have surfaced. Staff have noticed several areas, mostly minor items, that need to be cleaned up, clarified, or rearranged. One of the major items that needs to be addresses is how to incorporate the signage regulations in the COR Framework into the rest of the City's Sign Code for consistency in application and administration.

The goals of updating the Code are the ease of use by property owners, developers, businesses, and staff:
  • Consistency in terms and definitions
  • Clear purpose and intent of the sign code
  • Clear distinctions between what sign types and sizes are allowed in each zoning district
  • Consistency with how the Sign Code is interpreted and administered
  • Reorganization of Chapter 117 and the COR Framework language to eliminate redundancies and contradictions
  • Streamline processes
  • Create an improved Sign Code that is easier to read and understand for all users.
Tonight, we will examine regulations on electronic messaging centers (EMCs) as wall and/or freestanding signage. The purpose of this discussion is to review current procedures and regulations, identify similarities and differences, and develop methods to streamline and simplify the regulations for EMCs in all of Ramsey's zoning districts. Having a consistent and simplified Sign Code sends a clear, transparent, and understandable message of what the expectations are for each sign type.

Both sections of Ramsey's Sign Code are attached to this staff report for reference. Additionally, a PDF copy of the PowerPoint presentation is attached for reference. 

Notification:

None required at this stage.

Funding Source:

The Sign Code update is being handled through Staff's normal duties.

Recommendation:

Provide direction to Staff to develop clear, consistent, and simplified regulations for electronic messaging centers in all zoning districts. If additional time is needed, the discussion of this topic can continue at a future meeting.

Outcome/Action:

Provide direction to Staff to develop clear, consistent, and simplified regulations for electronic messaging centers in all zoning districts.

Attachments

Form Review

Inbox Reviewed By Date
Brian Hagen Brian Hagen 12/12/2024 11:05 AM
Form Started By:
Adam Martin
Started On:
12/10/2024 01:43 PM
Final Approval Date:
12/12/2024