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09-09-08 ARC MinutesDATE: MEMBERS PRESENT OTHERS PRESENT Hear the Public: MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Tuesday, September 9, 2008; 7:30 a.m., lst Avenue East Cafe, 128 1st Ave E Corey Johnson (Chair); John Hinchey; Janet Clark; Mark Norley; Russ Skelton; Carol Nelson; Bill Goodman City Staff—PJ Sorensen Guests — Melanie Cross (Camas Creek Yarn); Ulla Kaski (Jackola/Super 8) Gary Collier (Kalispell Neon/West One) Melanie Cross discussed allowing small projecting signs on Main Street, similar to what we currently allow under canopies, but essentially dropping the requirement that it be under an awning. It is already included in the staff review of the zoning ordinance. They can bring a text amendment if they want to petition. Approval of Minutes: Janet moved to approve the August 12 minutes; John seconded. Approved 7-0. Old Business: Super 8 Motel — 1341 1st Ave E — previously approved. They are switching from hardiplank to vinyl. Using a little less rock. Removing the roof sign. Still an improvement over the existing. Carol moved to approve; Russ seconded. Approved 7-0. New Business: West One Bank — 222 W Idaho — replacing the existing sign. New sign will be a bit to the south. Wood supports will match the building. It will go in a landscaped area. The readerboard is yellow. John moved to approve; Bill seconded. Carol moved for a friendly amendment to add evergreen shrubs around the base of the sign. Approved as amended 7- 0. Other Discussion: Other discussion included the crosses displayed at St Matthew's Church (political speech is protected under First Amendment and our sign ordinance); Mountain Mudd landscaping status; certificates of occupancy; and status of entrance corridor standards. Meeting Adjourned at 8:15