Sign Code Update Introduction Presentation

The Planning Division is in the process updating the City Sign Code.  The general purpose of the update is to:

• Improve consistency.
• Streamline the review and approval process.
• Make it easier for business owners and sign contractors to understand.
• Encourage investment to preserve and build upon Ramsey's positive business climate.
• Merge two codes into one new code.

Adam Martin, City Planner, will present information to the EDA regarding this code update
 

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The EDA typically doesn't review code changes. As such, this item is being presented as an information update.  Staff thought that this update would have impacts (albeit positive) and wanted to share this with the EDA.  There is no EDA formal action being requested, but if the EDA desires to provide some comments regarding the sign code update, they can be taken into consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council.

The proposed shceudle for adoption is below:

Planning Commission Meetings
February 27 - Review draft standards and regulations
March 27 - Public Hearing of full draft Sign Code Ordinance

City Council
April 8 - First Reading of Sign Code Ordinance
April 22 - Second Reading & Adoption of Sign Code Ordinance
 

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Receive Sign Code Update Introduction and provide comments if desired.