Repeal temporary ban on permanent signs and adopt new sign rules

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Resolution Ordinance No. 29-09

In Plain English

The city currently has a temporary ban on building new permanent signs while updating its rules. The new standards will replace outdated regulations and allow sign construction to resume. If approved, businesses and property owners can apply for new permanent signs under the updated requirements.

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Votes

Motion to hear the item later in the meeting to allow for discussion of the issue with all interested parties

Passed

5 to 0

BBLMRRV

Why This Vote Matters

The council voted to delay consideration of new sign regulations that would end the city's temporary ban on permanent signs. Five members supported postponing the discussion to allow more time for input from businesses and property owners who would be affected by the new standards. Councilmember McLaughlin abstained from the procedural vote, while Councilmember Viramontes was absent. The delay means the current moratorium on new permanent signs remains in place until the council takes up the issue again later in the meeting.

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Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 29-09

Passed

6 to 0

BBLMRRV

Community Discussion

This discussion was submitted to the City Clerk as part of the public record.

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