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ORDINANCE NO.1171
CITY OF BURNSVILLE
DAKQTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO TITLE 10, CHAPTER 12B, SECTION 2, OF THE
BURNSVILLE CITY CODE TO MODIFY STANDARDS FOR EXTERIOR ADVERTISING
SIGNS WITHIN PARK ZONING DISTRICTS
CASE FELE No. 09-19
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURNSVILLE ORDAINS:
SECTION L Title 10, Chapter 12B, Section 2, of the Burnsville City Code is amended to add
the underlined language and delete the strikethrough language to read as follows:
10-12B-2: PERMITTED ACCESSORY USES: Within any P park district, the following uses
shall be permitted accessory uses:
(A) Outdoor Ballfleld Signs: Signs located on outfield fences at ballfields within all municipal parks
shall be subject to a lease or master agreement with the city and are subject to the following
restrictions:
1. Signs may be located on right and left outfield fence areas only. No sign shall be located
within the middle third of the outfield fence. Signs shall be located at least one foot (P) from
the top and bottom of the outfield fence and centered on the fence section.
2. Signs must be made of vinyl or other similar material with wind holes. The city has the
right to determine the structural integrity of proposed signage. The structural stability of the
fences in each park will determine the size of the signs. The signs must be the same size within
each ballfield in the park.
3. All signs shall face the interior of the ballfield.
4. The signs shall be maintained in a safe, orderly condition at all times. Faded signs shall
be replaced.
5. A lease or master agreement with the
may be installed including dimension, number
liquor products (by name), tobacco, political
oriented products or stores shall be permitted.
city shall identify the terms under which signs
and sign details. No advertising for firearms,
it religious persons or organizations, sexually
6. Signs shall be installed no earlier than April 1� and shall be removed no later than
October 3 1 ' of each year. The city shall be notified by the organization when signage will be
installed and removed each year.
7. Signs shall be permitted on permanent ballfield scoreboards subject to the approval of the
city.
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8. Temporary event banner(s) shall be permitted for tournaments at all municipal park(s)
with ballfields. The banners) must include the name and date of the event. The event banner(s)
shall be allowed for no more than a ten (10) day period. All temporary banners shall be approved
by the city as part of the approval for the rental of the field. A temporary tent(s) shall be
permitted for tournaments as approved by the city.
9. The provisions of this section do not apply to the naming rights for any park or facility.
Naming rights shall be subject to a lease or master agreement to be approved by the city council.
10. Master agreements and leases for signage in parks shall be reviewed by the appropriate
city committee or commission prior to review by the City Council.
(B) Exterior Skating and Hockey Rink Signs: Signs located on skating and hockey rink dasher
boards within all municipal parks shall be subject to a lease or master agreement with the city and
are subject to the following restrictions:
1. Signs shall be integrated into the ice or interior of the dasher boards only and shall not
extend above the boards in any way. The signs must be the same size within each rink.
2. All signs shall face the interior of the rink.
3. The city reserves the right to determine the structural integrity and safety of all proposed
signage.
4. All signs shall be maintained in a safe, orderly condition at all times.
S. A lease or master agreement with the city shall identify the terms under which signs may
be installed including the location where signs may be posted, dimension, number of signs and
sign details. No advertising for firearms, liquor products (by name), tobacco, political or
religious persons or organizations, sexually oriented products or stores shall be permitted.
6. The provisions of this section do not apply to the naming rights for any park or facility.
Naming rights shall be subject to a lease or master agreement to be approved by the city council.
7. Master agreements and leases for signage in parks shall be reviewed by the appropriate
city committee or commission prior to review by the City Council.
SECTION 2. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and
publication according to law.
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ADOPTED this 21st day of July, 2009 by the City Council of the City of Burnsville.
CITY OF BURNSVILLE
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ATTEST:
Macheal Brooks, Deputy City Clerk
Elizabeth B. Kautz, Mayor
CITY OF SHOREWOOD
RESOLUTION NO.09-025
A RESOLUTION DENYING A REQUEST BY SOUTH TONKA LITTLE LEAGUE FOR
AMENDMENTS TO THE SHOREWOOD ZONING CODE THAT WOULD ALLOW
COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING SIGNS TO BE PLACED ON BALLFIELD FENCES IN
FREEMAN PARK
WHEREAS, Kyle Heitkamp, representing the South Tonka Little League (Applicant) has
requested amendments to the Shorewood Zoning Code that would allow commercial advertising
signs to be placed on ballfield fences in Freeman Park; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant's request was reviewed by the City's Planning Director,
whose recommendations are set forth in a memorandum, dated 26 February 2009, which
memorandum is on file in the Shorewood City Hall; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant's request was reviewed by the City Attorney, whose
recommendations are set forth in a memorandum, dated 23 February 2009, which memorandum
is on file in the Shorewood City Hall; and
WHEREAS, the request was reviewed by the Park Commission at its meeting on 10
February 2009 and, after deliberation, the Park Commission recommended to the Planning
Commission and City Council that the request be denied; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held and the request was reviewed by the Planning
Commission at its meeting on 3 March 2009 and, after deliberation, the Planning Commission
recommended to the City Council that the request be denied; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, at its regular meeting held on 23 February 2009, reviewed
the material submitted by the Applicant, written and oral public testimony, the recommendations
of the Park Commission and the Planning Commission, the Planning Director's memorandum,
dated 26 February 2009, and the City Attorney's memorandum, dated 23 February 2009, which
memoranda are on file in the Shorewood City Hall.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Shorewood as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
Freeman Park is public property located in the R-1C, Single -Family Residential zoning
district.
2. The Applicant proposes to locate as many as 15 commercial advertising signs on the
outfield fences of each of the two ballfields currently used by South Tonka Little League
in Freeman Park.
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3. The proposed signs measure approximately 3.5' x 7' and are made of industrial strength
mesh.
4. The request would necessitate changes to the following six sections of Section 1201.03
Subd. 11. of the Shorewood Zoning Code:
a. b.(2)(d), prohibiting banners except for temporary signs (10 days at a time)
b. b.(2)(f), prohibiting signs on trees, fences or utility poles
C. c.(3) restricts signs on public property to governmental and political campaign
signs
d. c.(4) limits the use of banners to temporary signs, two signs per property per year
for 10 days at a time
e. d.((1)(c) lists billboards and advertising signs as nonconforming signs
f. e.(1) lists signs allowed in residential zoning districts; advertising signs are not
allowed in residential districts
CONCLUSIONS
A. The Zoning Code amendments requested by the Applicant constitute a significant
deviation from the requirements of the Shorewood Zoning Code.
B. The Applicant has failed to demonstrate that the Shorewood Zoning Code should be
amended.
C. The Applicant's request for Zoning Code text amendments as set forth above is hereby
denied.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SHOREWOOD this I Ith day of
May, 2009.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning Commission, Mayor and City Council
FROM: Brad Nielsen
DATE: I July 2009
RE: STLL — Zoning Text Amendment and CUP for Advertising Signs on Ball
Field Fences
FILE NO. 405(09.01)
On 11 May of this year, the City Council adopted a resolution denying a request by South
Tonka Little League for an amendment to the Shorewood Zoning Code that would allow
advertising signs to be placed on ball field fences. Both the Planning and Park Commissions
had previously recommended against such an amendment.
The Council then directed staff to explore the possibility of allowing the signs through some
sort of contract with STLL. Staff determined that, while a contractual agreement could be
drafted, it still requires an amendment to the Zoning Code setting forth the authority to
execute such a contract. The Council directed staff to draft a tightly written amendment to
the Code that would include a license agreement setting forth the conditions of approval.
This amendment is initiated by the Council.
Given this direction, staff has suggested an approach whereby a conditional use process
would be established (see draft amendment — Exhibit A, attached) listing the very narrow
circumstances under which signs would be allowed in the parks. One of the conditions
requires the applicant to enter into an annual license agreement with the City (see draft
agreement — Exhibit B, attached). This gives the City greater control than just the CUP.
There is no vested right in the license from year to year, and if the City decided against
allowing the signs in the future, it would simply not issue a license. It should be noted that
the amendment adds to the provisions that allow temporary signs. The proposed text is
shown in italics on Exhibit A. Paragraph (b) includes several conditions of approval, of
which the following are highlighted:
C1 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
Memorandum 1 6 0
Re: Zoning Text Amendment and CUP — Signs in Parks
1 July 2009
• Placement of signs is limited to Freeman Park (this is the only pa
community park in the Comprehensive Plan)
• Staff suggests that the backs of the signs be colored/painted dark
• The license must be applied for annually
• The licensee must pay permit fees for individual signs
Although the City has initiated this amendment, it still requires STLL tc
use permit, pursuant to the new provisions of the amendment. Consequ
hearings are scheduled for Tuesday night's meeting the first to consider
the second to consider the specific CUP. Since the amendment was dra
STLL request, they are obviously consistent with the provisions. Unles
drastically revised, staff recommends approval of the CUP, subject to rc
the Park Commission. The amendment and CUP application are schedi
meeting.
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Mary Tietjen
Kristi Anderson
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CITY OF SHOREWOOD
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1200 OF THE SHOREWOOD
CITY CODE (ZONING) REGARDING TEMPORARY SIGNS
Section 1. Section 1201.03 Subd. 1 l.c.(4) of the Shorewood City Code is hereby amended to
read as follows:
"(4) Temporary Signs.
(a) The temporary use of signs, searchlights, banners, permants and
similar devices shall require a permit. The permit shall be valid for ten
consecutive days. The permit shall be prominently displayed during
the period of validity. Only two temporary permits may be granted for
any property within any 12-month period. Temporary signs shall not
exceed 32 square feet in area. Any new business that has applied for
its permanent business sign may, at the same time, apply for a
temporary business sign to be displayed for no longer than 30 days, or
until the permanent sign has been erected, whichever comes first. The
temporary business sign shall be professionally prepared and shall be
no larger than the approved permanent sign.
(b) A conditional use permit may be granted to nonprofit athletic
associations, contracted with the City pursuant to Section 902.06 of
this Code, for the display of temporary business sponsorship signs to
be placed on certain ball field fences on public property, provided
that:
(i) A nonprofit athletic association under contract with the City
may display signs only on facilities that have been reserved for
its use.
(h) Signs may be displayed only in a Community Park, as defined
in the Shorewood Comprehensive Plan.
(M) Signs may be displayed only on outfield fences, facing into the
ball field, and situated so as to minimize view of the signs from
adjacent residential properties.
(iv) All signs must be professionally made, using durable wealher
resistant material, painted or colored dark green on the back
side of the sign.
(v) Signs are limited in size to no larger than 42 inches in height
and seven feet in length.
(vi) There shall be a minimum spacing between signs of seven feet.
Exhibit A
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(vii) The maximum number of signs per ball ftelf is 15.
(viii) The nonprofit athletic association is respo ible for
maintaining the signs in good repair. If a 'gn become
detached, torn, or vandalized, the associat n must repair or
replace them immediately or the sign will t e summarily
removed by the City.
(ix) The nonprofit athletic association is
damage to the fence on which it is d
installation or display of the sign.
(x) The conditional use permit is subject to r
recommendation by the Shorewood Park
(xi) The nonprofit athletic association must of
license from the City and enter into a lice.
forth the conditions of approval and the a
approval. The association shall pay an a.
established by the City Council from time
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from season to season.
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(xii) It shall be the responsibility of the nonpro t athletic
association to obtain a temporary sign pe it for each sign to
be displayed on ball field_fences, prior to ecting the sign. "
Section 2. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon publish g in the Official
Newspaper of the City of Shorewood.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SHORErOOD this
day of 2009. I
CHRISTINE LIZEE,
ATTEST:
BRIAN HECK, CITY ADMINISTRATOR/CLERK
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LICENSE AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, is made this day of , 2009, by and between the
City of Shorewood, a Minnesota municipal corporation (the "City") and South Tonka Little League, a
Minnesota non-profit corporation (hereinafter called "Licensee").
RECITALS
A. The City is the owner of Freeman Park located in the City of Shorewood, State of
Minnesota (the "Park Property"). The Park Property contains a Little League baseball field that has
outfield fences ("Outfield Fences"), the location of which are shown on attached Exhibit A.
B. Section 1201.03 (4)(b) of the City Code allows nonprofit athletic associations, con-
tracted with the City pursuant to Section 902.06 of the City Code to place temporary business spon-
sorship signs on certain outfield fences on public property, subject to obtaining a conditional use
permit from the City.
C. Licensee desires to install and maintain signs on the Outfield Fences.
D. The City has granted Licensee a conditional use permit to install and maintain signs on
the Outfield Fences, subject to Licensee entering into this Agreement.
E. The City is willing to grant Licensee a license to install and maintain signs on the Out-
field Fences, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual agreements herein contained, and other
good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the
parties hereto agree as follows:
1. Grant of License. Subject to the terms and conditions hereof, the City hereby grants
Licensee a revocable license to use the Outfield Fences during the term of this Agreement, for the
purpose of installing and maintaining no more than 15 signs. Licensee accepts the Outfield Fences
and Park Property AS IS and WHERE IS with all faults and defects.
2. Term of License.
cense granted under Paragraph 1
the parties and shall terminate on
This is an annual license. The term of this Agreement and the li-
hereof, shall commence on the date that this Agreement executed by
3. License Fee. Licensee shall pay the City the sum of $ as the fee due
and payable to the City in consideration for this Agreement. This license fee is due and payable to
the City by Licensee, whether or not Licensee installs Licensee's signs upon the Outfield Fences. and
regardless of the actual length of the term of this Agreement.
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Exhibit B
4. Sign Requirements.
(a) Licensee shall use the Outfield Fences only for purposes of
15 signs and for no other purpose.
(b) All signs must be spaced at least seven feet apart.
not more than
(c) All signs must face into the ball field and be situated on the It ices so that the view of
the signs is minimized from adjacent residential properties.
(d) Licensee shall be responsible for applying for and obtaining t temporary sign permit
from the City for each of the signs.
(e) Each sign's dimensions must not be greater than 3.5 feet in idth and seven feet in
length.
(f) All signs must be professionally made, using durable weather f esistant material.
(g) All signs must be either painted or colored dark green on the lick sign of the sign.
(h) Licensee shall install the signs in a good and workmanlike anner and at Licensee's
Li -
sole cost and expense and in accordance with all
applicable ws and ordinances. Li-
censee shall be responsible for any damage to the fence that s caused by the installa-
tion or display of the sign.
(i) Licensee shall be responsible for any damage that is caused o the Outfield Fences or
the Park Property due to Licensee's installation or display of he signs. Licensee shall
be responsible for replacing Licensee's signs, in the event th t they are damaged from
any cause whatsoever. If Licensee fails to immediately maii itain the signs or remove
damaged signs, the City may remove the signs without provic ing notice to Licensee.
(j) Licensee shall, at Licensee's sole expense, keep and
tion and repair.
5. Destruction and Restoration. If any or part of the Outfic
erty is damaged by any casualty, or is affected by any Act of God, whetb
City shall have no obligation to repair or rebuild the Outfield Fences or
Park Property. Licensee will have the option, but not the obligation, to r
nate this Agreement by exercise of written notice to the City.
6. Indemnity and Insurance.
(a) Licensee shall defend, indemnify, and save the City harr
and all claims, demands, suits, liabilities, costs or expens
torneys' fees, incurred or suffered by reason of injury to or
or damage to property which arise or are caused, directly
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the signs in good condi-
.ces or the Park Prop-
rred or uninsured, the
improvements on the
or repair or to termi-
ss from and against any
including reasonable at-
ath of any person, or loss
indirectly, by Licensee's
use of the Outfield Fences or the Park Property in connection with Licensee's exercise
of its rights under this Agreement. Licensee's use of the Outfield Fences or the Park
Property in connection with Licensee's exercise of its rights under this Agreement
shall be at Licensee's own risk, and the City shall have no liability to Licensee or any
third person for any loss, injury, or damage to any person or property which arises in
connection with Licensee's use of the Outfield Fences or the Park Property in connec-
tion with Licensee's exercise of its rights under this Agreement.
(b) Licensee shall maintain in force during the tern of this Agreement, a policy or policies
of general liability insurance with a combined single limit of not less than
$1,500,000.00 insuring Licensee against bodily injury and property damage occurring
on the Park Property in connection with Licensee's exercise of its rights under this
Agreement, and naming the City as an additional insured thereon. Licensee shall
promptly provide the City with a certificate of insurance evidencing such coverage,
before the initial installation of Licensee's signs and thereafter throughout the term of
this Agreement.
7. Default. The following events are deemed to be events of default by Licensee under
this Agreement:
(a) Licensee does or permits to be done anything which creates a lien of record upon the
Park Property; and does not cause said lien to be released within 10 days after written
notice from the City; or
(b) Licensee fails to comply with any other provision of this Agreement and has not cured
any failure within 10 days, or such longer period of time as may be reasonably re-
quired to cure such default, after the City, by written notice, has informed Licensee of
such noncompliance.
Upon the occurrence of any of the above events of default, the City may without providing a notice of
termination, or without affording Licensee an opportunity to cure (except as to matters which the
right to cure is specifically given in this Agreement), may notify Licensee of such default and may,
with such notice, retake possession of the Outfield Fences.
8. Notice. Any notice to be given to a party pursuant to this Agreement shall be given as
follows:
If to the City: City of Shorewood
5755 Country Club Road
Shorewood, Minnesota 55331-8926
Attention: City Administrator
If to Licensee: South Tonka Little League, Inc.
6240 Cypress Drive
Excelsior, MN 55331
Attention:
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Any notice which is required under this Agreement will be deemed " ven" upon hand deli-
very or three days after prepaid posting in the U.S. Mail whichever occurs fir L.
9. Assignment. Licensee shall not assign its interest under this j greement or sublicense
the Outfield Fences, or any part thereof, without prior consent of the City.
10. No Property Interest. This instrument is not a lease, creates no landlord -tenant rela-
tionship, and nothing in this Agreement will be deemed to create any prope ty interest other than as
expressed in this Agreement.
11. Liens. Licensee agrees not to suffer or allow any liens to b placed against the Park
Property as a result of Licensee's activities during the term of this Agreeme it, including, without li-
mitation, any liens for labor or materials provided for any repair, mainten ce, modification, altera-
tion or construction of the signs.
12. Surrender of Property. At the expiration or termination of iiis Agreement, Licensee
shall remove all signs and devices attaching the signs from the Outfield F nces. All items not re-
moved will be forfeited to and be deemed the exclusive property of the City.
13. Governing Law. The laws of the State of Minnesota will g¢vem the validity and in-
terpretation of this Agreement. I
14. Binding Effect. This Agreement constitutes the full and fina agreement of the parties
hereto and may not be amended or changed except by a written instrument executed by both parties
hereto. The terms of this Agreement shall bind and benefit the parties h4 reto and their respective
permitted successors and assigns.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this License Agreement as of the
date first above written.
CITY OF SHOREWOOD
By:
Christine Lizde
Its: Mayor
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Brian Heck
Its: City Administrator
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EXHIBIT A
Location of Outfield Fences
[to be added]
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CITY OF
SHOREWOOD
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331-8927 • (952) 474-3236
FAX (952) 474-0128 • www.ci.shorewood.mmus • cityhaII@ci.shorewood.mn.us
MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning Commission, Mayor and City Council
,FROM: Brad Nielsen
DATE: 26 February 2009
RE: South Tonka Little League — Request for Zoning Code
Amendments to Allow Advertising Signs on Ball Field Fences
FILE NO. 405(09.01)
BACKGROUND
Representatives of the South Tonka Little League (STLL) have requested amendments to
the Shorewood Zoning Code that would allow them to display commercial advertising
signs on the ball field fences of the two fields used by Little League in Freeman Park (see
Site Location map — Exhibit A, attached). The fields in question are shown on Exhibit B
(Freeman Park Site Plan).
The applicant's request is explained in Exhibit C. As indicated, they propose to display as
many as 15 signs on each of the two fields they use. The signs would be heavy-duty
banners, measuring approximately 3.5' high and 7' wide. The applicant did not have
actual photos of what is being proposed, but has prepared mock-up illustrations to provide
a sense of how the signs might appear (see Exhibit C-2). The sign space would be sold to
Little League sponsors and the revenue would go to STLL for "scholarships" (for families
that need assistance with the fees) and field maintenance.
This request initially appeared before the Park Commission as an informal inquiry in
December of 2008. Exhibit D contains the material the Commission reviewed as part of
that inquiry. At its 9 December 2008 meeting, the Commission voted unanimously
against changing the current codes (see Exhibit E). In late January the applicant decided
to submit a formal application for the code amendments. The matter was referred back to
the Park Commission with some additional STLL budget information (Exhibit F) at their
CJ PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
Memorandum • 0
RE: STLL Request for Zoning Code Text Amendments
26 February 2009
10 February 2009 meeting. Again, they voted unanimously to recommend against
changing the current code. They were not, however, unsympathetic to STLL's budget
issues. As part of their motion (see Exhibit G), the Commission agreed to took at how
much field maintenance is done by the City versus the League. There appeared to be
consensus that the City might be able to increase its level of maintenance, freeing up
STLL money for scholarships.
ANALYSIS/RECOMMENDATION
A. Code Amendments Required. Shorewood's regulations pertaining to signs are
found in Section 1201.03 Subd. 11. of the City Code (a copy of which appears as
Attachment E of Exhibit D). There are also definitions relative to signs in Section
1201.02 of the Code. Not including definitions, following are the provisions of
Subd. 11. that would have to be amended:
• b. 2 d prohibits banners except for temporary (10 days at a time) business
signs.
b.(2)(fl prohibits signs on trees, fences or utility poles.
• c. 3 restricts signs on public property to governmental signs.
• c. 4 limits banners to temporary business signs (maximum 10 days).
• d. 1 c lists billboards and advertising signs as nonconforming signs. This is
perhaps the most significant revision that would have to occur. The City has
had a long history of phasing out billboards. In essence, the proposed signs
differ little from billboards, that is, off -site advertising signs. Over the years
the City has managed, through its development regulations, to eradicate five of
seven billboards that existed over the past 30 years. Thousands of dollars were
spent in getting the billboard on County Road 19, at the LRT Trail, removed.
In this light it was extremely important to obtain a legal opinion from the City
Attorney, stating that the amendments necessary to allow signs in the signs in
the parks will in no way jeopardize the City's approach to prohibiting
billboards. The Attorney's comments are discussed further on in this report.
• e.Q) lists signs allowed in residential zoning districts. Advertising signs are
not allowed in residential districts. Freeman Park is zoned single-family
residential.
B. Planning/Legal Issues. Staff requested that the City Attorney address several
concerns relative to the proposed code amendments. These are found in Exhibit
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RE: STLL Request for Zoning Code Text Amendments
26 February 2009
H, attached. The City Attorney has responded under separate cover (see
Memorandum from Kennedy & Graven, dated 23 February 2009).
The Attorney's comments no doubt will generate considerable discussion relative
to this request. As a result, staff will be seeking direction from the Planning
Commission as to how to proceed with the application.
It should be noted that STLL requested its membership show their support for the
application. Numerous a -mails were received and have been consolidated under
separate cover.
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South Tonka Little League (STLL) would like the City of Shorewood to make an exception to its sign
ordinance to allow STLL to hang signage on the outfield fences at Freeman Park on a conditional use
basis.
• Signs would be utilized only three months per year.
• Foliage would be on the trees during the time of use.
• Professionally made signs hung in a professional manner.
o Approximately 3.5' high x T wide made of industrial mesh vinyl fabric.
o Up to 15 signs per field, which would only cover 33% of the outfield fence (or 15% of the
total perimeter fencing) if all 15 are sold. (See attached pictures)
• Guarantees from other youth associations stating they have no desire to have signage in
Shorewood parks. (See attached emails)
• STLL is a non-profit organization, so we are not trying to make money from this request.
Why Does STLL need this?
STLL's goal is to have every player in our community have an opportunity to play baseball if they
wish. Players from other sports are no longer playing due to affordability.
With today's economic struggles, we are anticipating an increase number of families needing
assistance.
o Other youth leagues have stated their scholarship requests have increase dramatically and
are discussing the need to cap scholarship dollars/requests.
Sponsorship dollars have decreased significantly over the past few years.
o Sponsors are less willing to give funds without exposure.
o Other ballparks in the area (Bennett, Legacy, Veterans, St. Boni) allow signage so the
sponsors can get the visibility they are requesting.
o Sponsors are spending their funds in other communities.
o We have had preliminary discussions with local businesses and they are willing to sponsor
STLL with signage included.
How will the Sponsorship dollars be spent?
STLL offers scholarships to families that need assistance.
STLL is trying to keep fees at a level where EVERYONE can play.
Significant repairs are currently needed at the Freeman fields. These are safety related issues, so
if STLL doesn't fund the repairs the City will need to complete the repairs. This is why our
partnership with the community, City, and STLL is important.
o STLL spent $13,743.80 in Field Improvements/Maintenance in 2008.
o Budget for 2009 season is $17,500.
Communication/Community Relations
• Requested feedback from STLL community.
• Correspondence with Shorewood Oaks Neighborhood
• Discussion with Doug Dahl of Shorewood Ponds Exhibit C
APPLICANT'S REQUEST
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Kyle Heitkamp
From: Kuzma, Frank [FKUZMA@SMURFIT.COM]
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2009 1:16 PM
To: Kyle Heitkamp
Cc: chrislizee@mchsi.com
Subject: FW: Advertising
FYI
From: Nelson, Dave [mailto:DAVID.NELSON@minnetonka.kl2.mn.us]
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2009 1:10 PM
To: Kuzma, Frank
Subject: Advertising
Frank
The Tonka Football Association (TFA) has no plans to advertise at Badger Field or at any park in Shorewood.
Sincerely,
Dave Nelson
Head Football Coach
Minnetonka High School
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Kyle Heitkamp
From: Kuzma, Frank [FKUZMA@SMURFIT.COM]
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2009 1:06 PM
To: Kyle Heitkamp
Cc: chrislizee@mchsi.com
Subject: FW: Signs at Shorewood's Outdoor Rinks
FYI - Football to follow.
From: Morgansharonm@aol.com [mailto:Morgansharonm@aol.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2009 6:10 PM
To: Kuzma, Frank
Subject: Signs at Shorewood's Outdoor Rinks
Frank,
Minnetonka Youth Hockey Association has no desire to advertise or hang signs at any of Shorewood's outdoor rinks.
Please let me know if you have any further questions.
Thanks
Sharon Morgan
MYHA President
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CITY OF 0
SHOREWOOD
5755 Country Club Road • Shorewood, Minnesota 55331 • 952-474-3236
Fax: 952-474-0128 • www.ci.shorewood.mn.us a cityhall n ci.shomwood.mn.us
To: Park Commission
From: James Landini —City Engineer
Date: December 5, 2008
Re: Agenda Item 5 — Review Sign Ordinance
At the last park meeting Mr. Frank Kuzma from South Tonka Little League met with the Park Commission
regarding sponsorships and advertising on one of the ball fields at Freeman Park. The Park Commission
asked if they could see a copy of South Tonka Little Leagues budget, attached is a copy for your review
(attachment A).
The Park Commission asked staff to research other cities ordinances and report back the findings. Staff
asked the following cities if they allowed signage / advertising'on their baseball field fences.
City of Plymouth — Their city's sign ordinance prohibits signs attached to fences, including field fences.
City of Wobdbury — They currently do not allow advertising on their fences.
City of Edina — They allow sponsor panels and other forms of advertising on scoreboards at their parks.
The sponsor panels and other advertising on the scoreboards need to be integral to the scoreboard and
constructed of the same materials as the scoreboard.
City of St. Bonifacius — Their ordinance does not allow them, however their Council decided to allow
them and they are reviewed at the time of the field use application.
City of Victoria — They currently allow signage on their baseball fields, but do not have any
documentation.
City of Chanhassen — They developed a sign agreement in 2005 (attachment B) with a local athletic
association to allow advertising on their outfield fences at selected park locations. This agreement was
never finalized.
City of Maple Grove — The city has written guidelines for advertising /sponsorships (attachment Q. The
sponsor has to submit a written proposal to the board and if acceptable the city will draft an agreement and
submit to the board for their approval. The areas that are considered for advertising / sponsorship are the
outfield fences, hockey boards and scoreboards:
City of Minnetonka — Attached is the city's ordinance on scoreboards and outdoor advertising for your
review (attachment D).
Also attached is a copy of the City's sign ordinance (attachment E). A memo will be forthcoming from
Planning Director, Brad Nielsen outlining the city's ordinance.
After review and discussion please advise how the Park Commission would like staff to proceed.
Exhibit D
PARK COMM. PACKET
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2005 PROPOSAL
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN AND THE CHANHASSEN
ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION GOVERNING THE PROVISION OF DEDICATED
ADVERTISING SIGNAGE AND SCOREBOARD SIGNAGE
1. Field and scoreboard signage shall be placed on the outfield and/or f6ul fences of ball fields #1, #2, and #3
at Lake Ann Park and ball field 91 Bandimere Park by CAA.
2. For each advertisement sign, the City shall receive a S200 payment for the first year, and $200 in payment
every subsequent year. Additionally, the City will receive $400 in payment for each sign on a scoreboard
and $400 in payment every subsequent year.
3. Signs shall be of uniform size and color scheme.
4. Only commercial signage; excluding alcohol, tobacco and sexually -oriented businesses; is allowed.
5. Signs shall be allowed to be in place from April through October.
6. Sponsorship, promotion, and management of the program shall be the sole responsibility of the CAA.
7. The signs shall be maintained during the season and stored during the off-season by the CAA.
8. Any damage to the park property caused by the sign program shall be paid for by the CAA.
9. Payments shall be made to the City on July I and November I of each year.
10. This agreement expires on December 31, 2008 and is renewable upon consent by each party.
11. If this agreement is not renewed, the Chanhassen Athletic Association will no longer be held responsible
for subsequent payments to the City.
12. All money collected shall be appropriated for capital improvements to City ball fields including
construction of scoreboards, dugouts, and additional lighting standards. Improvements will only be
initiated when sufficient funds have been collected and with input from the CAA.
CHANHASSEN ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
By
President
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
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Tom Furlong, Mayor
By By
Administrator Todd Gerhardt, City Manager
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MARKETING/ADVERTISING SPONSORSHIP GUIDELINE
General Overview
• The Board recognizes that the users of the parks, recreation programs and the
Community Center are the same persons many businesses would like to target
as their advertising audience.
• The Board, on a limited basis, will consider revenue resources beyond the
general fund and participation fees, providing it does not compromise the
recreational experience of the visitor.
• The Board will consider marketing/advertising sponsorship opportunities if the
product /service being marketed is compatible with the Board's mission. Tobacco
or alcohol products and establishments whose primary product sold is tobacco or
alcohol will not be considered for sponsorships. Special note: Restaurants
selling food and alcohol are eligible for marketing sponsorships
• The Board will consider marketing/advertising sponsorships for the enhancement
or operation of the City's recreation programs and facilities.
• Associations and organizations will be permitted to use City property with
marketing/advertising sponsors only on an event or single tournament basis.
(See Temporary Sponsorship Guideline).
• Each marketing sponsorship will follow these guidelines, but will have unique
characteristics and revenue opportunities; therefore each agreement that is
entered into will need to be approved by the Board.
• This guideline is written for on -going and existing facilities. Should a capital
campaign program become established, it should have its own fundraising plans.
• This guideline may be expanded to consider additional display areas should the
current revenue resources become limited.
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Marketing/Advertising Sponsorship Guidelines
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Definitions
Marketing/Advertising Sponsorship — Cash, products and services offered by
sponsors with the clear expectation that an obligation is created. Typically the
obligation would be for the right to display their logo and/or marketing materials
for an extended length of time.
Temporary Sponsorships — Cash, products and services offered by businesses
for a special event in partnership with the Board or offered to another
organization using City property for an event. With this sponsorship, there is a
clear expectation that their logo will be on promotional material and visible at the
event for a limited time. Special note: There is a different guideline written to
address temporary sponsorships.
Gifts and Donations - Gifts are unrestricted cash to be used as the Park Board
wishes. Donations are restricted cash, product or in -kind services to be used in
specific way. Special note: There is a different guideline written to address gifts
and donations.
Grant - Non-proprietary financial support for a specific project. Grants are
awarded based on competitive applications. Grants usually require specific
criteria and may involve external audits and detailed financial reports. Special
note: There will be a different guideline written to address grant applications.
Implementation of Marketing/Advertising Sponsorships
Should a potential sponsor or marketing agency seek a relationship with the
Parks and Recreation Board, they will be asked to submit a written proposal
outlining the considerations listed herein.
Staff will draft an agreement with input from the City Attorney.
Staff will submit the agreement to the Board for formal approval.
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Marketing/Advertising Sponsorship Guidelines
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Considerations for Marketing/Advertising Sponsorship
1. Is the product/service being marketed compatible with the Board's mission?
2. Is tobacco or alcohol the primary product sold by the potential sponsors?
3. Does the size of the display seem appropriate for the intended space?
4. Are the materials for the display of quality material, sturdy, unobtrusive and
compatible with the surroundings?
5. Who will repair and maintain the display?
6. What is the length of the partnership agreement and how can it be terminated
early?
7. Will this agreement be for exclusive rights and not allow other like businesses to
have displays?
8. What is the commission fee or anticipated revenue for the Board?
9. Who will monitor/manage/enforce the partnership agreement to assure all
expectations are being met?
10. Does the display comply with the City Signage Code (Chapter 24)?
11, Besides a display, what other avenues will this sponsor be able to use to
promote their business? For examples flyers, TV monitors.
Note: The display is the presentation of the sponsor's logo, ad text, or picture of
product specifically designed to fit within the area identified. Should the sponsor be
interested in an exhibit such as a booth to pass out sample product or promotional
material, the specific area and timeframe should be addressed in the agreement. It
is recommended to follow the temporary sponsorship guidelines for this option.
Areas of the Community Center that will be considered for Sponsorships -
I. Ice Arena dasherboards
2. Zamboni
3. Ice Arena - general wall and surface space
4. Ice Arena scoreboard
5. Exclusive private product agreements — such as the current Coke agreement.
6. Existing TV monitors at the front desk and in the Maze Lobby area.
Areas of the park and trail system that will be considered for Sponsorships-
1. Outfield fences of ballfields
2. Hockey boards of outdoor rinks
3. Scoreboards at athletic facilities
ORDINANCE NO.2006-16
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 300.30
REGARDING SCOREBOARDS AND OUTDOOR ADVERTISING
THE CITY OF MINNETONKA ORDAINS:
Section 1. City Code Section 300.30, Subdivision 2(22) is amended as follows:
22. "Outdoor advertising sign" - any sign whinh that is located outdoors and w#iGh
that advertises a product, business, service, event, or any other matter vA-ieh that is not
available, or does not take place, on the same premises as the sign. An outdoor
advertising sign does not include a sign that is not understandable or readable by the
naked eve of an ordinary person with 20120 vision from property other than where the
sign is located such as from adjacent property or a public street.
Section 2. Section 300.30, Subdivision 2 (31) is repealed:
Section 3. Section 300.30, Subdivision 2, is amended by the addition of a new
paragraph that reads as follows and that is inserted alphabetically, with subsequent
paragraphs renumbered consecutively:
"Scoreboard" — a sign associated with an athletic field that includes information and/or
statistics pertinent to an on site game or activity and also includes any sponsor or
identification panels.
The stiekea language is deleted; the single underlined language is inserted.
ORDINANCE NO. 2006-16 Page 2
Section 4. City Code Section 300.30, Subdivision 3 (a)(4)(b)(2) is amended as
follows:
scoreboards:
a,} --one scoreboard per playing field is allowed if it does not exceed 410
square feet in size except that a playing field with structured seating
capacity for greater than 2000 people may have one or more scoreboards
and the total area of the scoreboard or scoreboards cannot exceed 1000
square feet in size; and with the fGllew!Rg
Section 5. City Code Section 300.30, Subdivision 3 (a)(4)(b)(3) is amended as
follows:
3. athletic field fence panels:
a) athletic field fence panels which contain outdoor advertising signs as
defined in this ordinance are prohibited; and
b) an advertising fence panel which directly faces the infield and was legally
established prior to the effective date of this ordinance is considered a
legal nonconforming use which may not be altered, enlarged or replaced
by another nonconforming sign except the message may be changed.
Section 6. A violation of this ordinance is subject to the penalties and provisions of
Chapter XIII of the city code.
The stris{EeF+ language is deleted; the single -underlined language is inserted.
ORDINANCE NO 2006-16 Page 3
Section 7. This ordinance is effective immediately.
Adopted by the city council of the City of Minnetonka, Minnesota, on September 11,
2006.
Janis A. Callison, Mayor
ATTEST:
Laura L. Ronbeck, Acting City Clerk
ACTION ON THIS ORDINANCE:
Date of introduction:
January 3, 2005
Date of adoption:
September 11, 2006
Motion for adoption:
Schneider
Seconded by:
Allendorf
Voted in favor of:
Allendorf, Callison, Ellingson, Schneider, Thomas, W iersum
Voted against:
Abstained:
Absent:
Wagner
Ordinance adopted.
Date of publication:
The str+sken language is deleted; the single -underlined language is inserted.
ORDINANCE NO. 2006-16 Page 4
1 certify that the foregoing is a correct copy of an ordinance adopted by the city council
of the City of Minnetonka, Minnesota at a regular meeting held on September 11, 2006.
Laura L. Ronbeck, Acting City Clerk
Date:
The s#ickea language is deleted; the_single-underlined language is i
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Zoning Regulations 1201.03
issuance, the applicant may appeal the decision to the hoard of Appeals
and Adjustments under the rules and procedures as set forth in § 1201.05
of this chapter.
d. Requirements for conditional use. All transmission pipelines (i.e. pipelines not
required for local distributing network) and overhead transmission and substation
lines in excess of 33 KV shall be a conditional use in all districts subject to the
following procedural requirements:
(1) Prior to the installation of any of the previous essential services, the owner
of the services shall file with the Zoning Administrator, all maps and other
pertinent information as deemed necessary for the City Council to review
the proposed project;
(2) The Zoning Administrator shall transmit the map and accompanying
information to the City Council for its review regarding the project's
relationship to the Comprehensive Plan and parts thereof. A part of this
review shall be a written report from the City Engineer;
(3) The City Council shall hold the necessary public hearings as prescribed by
this chapter for conditional uses;
(4) In considering the applications for the placement of essential services, as
regulated by this subdivision, the City Council shall consider the advice
and recommendations of the city staff and the effect of the proposed
project upon the health, safety and general welfare of the city, existing and
anticipated and the effect of the proposed project upon the Comprehensive
Plan.
Subd.II- Signs.
Purpose. This subdivision is established to protect and promote health, safety,
general welfare and order within the City of Shorewood through the establishment
of a comprehensive and impartial set of standards, regulations and procedures
governing the type, numbers, size, structure, location, height, lighting, erection,
use and/or display of devices, signs or symbols serving as a visual communication
media to persons situated within or upon public rights -of -way or properties. The
provisions of this subdivision are intended to encourage opportunity for effective,
orderly communication by reducing confusion and hazards resulting from
unnecessary and/or indiscriminate use of communication facilities.
Permitted and prohibited signs.
(1) Permitted signs. The following signs are allowed without a permit, but
shall comply with all other applicable provisions of this
chapter:
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(a) Public signs;
(b) Address signs;
(c) Integral signs;
(d) Every campaign sign must contain the name and address of persons
responsible for the sign, and that person shall be responsible for its
removal. Signs shall be permitted on each lot for a period of 100
days prior to and ten days after an election. The city shall have the
right to remove and destroy unsightly signs or remove signs after
the ten day limit and assess a fee as provided from time to time by
ordinance. Campaign signs shall not be located closer than ten feet
from any street surface and shall not be placed in front of any
property without the consent of the property owner;
(e) Holiday signs, displayed for a period not to exceed 30 days and no
larger than 32 square feet in area;
(� Construction signs. The signs shall be confined to the site of the
construction, alteration or repair and shall be removed within two
years of the date of issuance of the first building permit or when
the particular project is completed, whichever is sooner as
determined by the City Building Official or his or her. agent. One
sign shall be permitted for each major street the project abuts. Nc
sign may exceed 50 square feet;
(g) Real estate sale or rental signs. Signs must be removed within 14
days after sale or rental of property. Signs may not measure more
than six square feet in Residential Districts, nor more than 20
square feet in all other districts. There shall be only one sign per
premises. Corner properties, however, may contain two signs, one
per frontage. Lakeshore lots may contain two signs, one in the
front and one facing the lake;
(h) Informational/directional signs shall not be larger than three square
feet and shall conform to the location provisions of the specific
district;
Qi) Owner -occupant signs. One residential name sign, not to exceed
two square feet in area, identifying only the name of the owner or
occupant of a residential building.
(2) Prohibited signs. The following signs are specifically prohibited by this
chapter:
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(a) Any sign which obstructs the vision of drivers or pedestrians or
detracts from the visibility of any official traffic -control device;
(b) Any sign which contains or imitates an official traffic sign or
signal, except for private, on -premises directional signs;
(c) Any sign which moves, rotates, has any moving parts or gives the
illusion of motion, except for time and temperature information.
Moving message type signs may be permitted as an exception when
their messages consist primarily of news, public announcements
and the like of a nonadvertising nature;
(d) Except for holiday signs and exceptions provided in provision c. (4)
below, any sign which contains or consists of banners, pennants,
ribbons, streamers, strings of light bulbs, spinners or similar
devices;
(e) Portable signs (except as provided in provision c.(4) below);
(f) Signs which are attached in any manner to trees, fences, utility
poles or other permanent supports;
(g) No sign shall be illuminated with any flashing or intermittent
lights, nor shall it be animated, except for time and temperature
information. All displays shall be shielded to prevent any light to
be directed at on -coming traffic in the brilliance as to impair the
vision of any driver. No device shall be illuminated in a manner
as to interfere with or obscure an official traffic sign or signal. No
light shall be directed onto a lake so as to interfere with navigation
thereon;
(h) Roof signs.
(i) Window signs where the total area of such signs exceeds 10% of
the total glass area of the window space as viewed from the street,
to a maximum of 20 square feet.
c. General provisions.
(1) All signs shall comply with the Minnesota State Building Code as may be
amended.
(2) When electrical signs are installed, the installation shall be subject to the
State Building Code as may be amended.
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(3) No portion of any sign shall be located within five feet of any property
line. No signs other than governmental signs and political campaign signs
as provided in b.(1)(d) of this subdivision shall be erected or temporarily
placed within any street right-of-way or upon public lands or easements or
rights -of -way. Any unauthorized signs located in public right-of-way or
on public property shall be considered abandoned and are subject to
immediate removal and disposal without notice.
(4) The temporary use of signs, searchlights, banners, pennants and similar
devices shall require a permit. The permit shall be valid for ten
consecutive days. The permit shall be prominently displayed during the
period of validity. Only two temporary permits may be granted for any
property within any 12-month period. Temporary signs shall not exceed
32 square feet in area. Any new business that has applied for its
permanent business sign may, at the same time, apply for a temporary
business sign to be displayed for no longer than 30 days, or until the
permanent sign has been erected, whichever comes first. The temporary
business sign shall be professionally prepared and shall be no larger than
the approved permanent sign.
(5) No sign or sign structure shall protrude over a public right-of-way.
(6) All signs which require a permit shall display, in a conspicuous manner,
the owner's name, permit number and date the sign was erected.
(7) All height restrictions on signs shall include height of sign structure and
be measured from lot grade.
(8) In the case of a two-faced, freestanding sign, where the two faces of the
sign are parallel and face in opposite directions, only one face shall be
used in computing the allowable area of the sign.
(9) Any sign now or hereafter existing which no longer advertises or identifies
a business conducted, service rendered or product sold on the premises
shall be removed by the owner, agent or person having the beneficial use
or control of the building or structure upon which the sign may be found
within 60 days from the date of vacancy.
(10) The regulations contained herein shall not apply to traffic signs or the flag,
separate emblem, or insignia of a nation, political unit, school or religious
group, or integral signs. There shall be no more than one United States
flag and no ore than three other non-commercial flags. Nor shall these
regulations pertain to a sign inside a building, provided the sign is at least
three feet in back of the inside of the exterior wall and is readable from the
inside of the building.
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(11) All signs requiring a permit from the city shall be subject to review and
approval by the Zoning Administrator.
d. Nonconforming signs.
(1) The following are nonconforming signs:
(a) Prohibited signs;
(b) All other signs not prohibited that do not conform to the provisions
of this chapter;
(c) Billboards and advertising signs (except as provided in provision
e.(3)(b) of this subdivision).
(2) Except as provided in paragraph (5) below, all nonconforming and
prohibited signs created by this chapter except those signs exempted by
state statutes (M.S. § 462.357, subd. lc) shall be removed or brought into
conformity with this chapter within the following time periods:
(a) Any sign in violation of prohibited signs: six months from the date
of the enactment of this chapter;
(b) All other nonconforming signs: upon approval of any building
permit, sign permit, or other zoning action.
(3) A nonconforming sign may not be:
(a) Changed to another nonconforming sign;
(b) Structurally altered except to bring into compliance with the
provisions of this chapter;
(c) Expanded;
(d) Reestablished after its removal;
(e) Reestablished after damage of more than 50910 of sign replaceme!
cost except to bring into compliance.
(4) Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed as relieving the owner oz
user of a legal nonconforming sign or owner of the property on which the
legal nonconforming sign is located from the provisions of this subdivision
regarding safety, maintenance and repair of signs contained in subdivision
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arterial streets, as identified in the Shorewood Comprehensive
Plan, may be internally lit. In addition, one wall sign may be
allowed by conditional use permit, subject to the following:
(i) The total area of signage, including the wall sign, shall not
exceed 5 % of the building silhouette as viewed from the
street;
The wall sign may be indirectly illuminated.
(c) Park identification signs. One sign facing each bordering street.
The sign shall not exceed 20 square feet in area nor eight feet in
height. The signs may be indirectly illuminated.
(d) Subdivision plat signs. No more than two temporary signs
advertising a new subdivision plat, provided each sign does not
exceed 32 square feet in area, identifying only the plat in which
they are located, are nonilluminated and are erected only at
dedicated street entrances to the plat. The signs shall be removed
if construction of subdivision improvements is not in progress on
the plat within 60 days following the date of the sign erection or as
soon as 80% of the lots are developed and sold.
(2) R-C Residential/Commercial. Subject to other conditions of this chapter,
the following signs shall be allowed in the R-C District:
(a) Signs are regulated in e.(1) above;
(b) Business signs in the R-C Districts shall be subject to the
requirements of § 1201.19 Subd. 8.d. of this code.
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(d) Freestanding signs. Freestanding signs shall not exceed 20 feet in
height or 80 square feet in area. The total area of the sign
structure shall not exceed one-half of the allowable copy area.
(e) Window signs. The total area of window signs shall not exceed
10% of the total area of windows as viewed from the street.
Window signs with lettering exceeding 3.5 inches in height shall
be debited against the total number and area of signs allowed for
the property.
(f) Menu boards. One menu board sign per restaurant use with a
drive -up facility may be allowed in conjunction with a conditional
use permit. The menu board shall not exceed 32 square feet in
area, nor more than eight feet in height, and may be in addition to
the freestanding sign on the property. Lettering size on the menu
board shall not exceed two inches in height.
(4) Signs permitted in the PUD Planned Unit Development District.
(a) Signs permitted in PUDs shall be as approved by the City Council
for each development ana shall be consistent with the requirements
for the district most closely associated with each use in the PUD.
(b) For PUDs containing 20 acres or more of land, the city may allow
larger construction signs than those allowed in b.(1)(f) of this
subdivision. In determining the size and allowable area of signs in
a PUD, the city shall take into consideration the functional
classification and designated speed limit of adjacent roads and
potential impact on adjoining residential areas. In no case shall the
total allowable area of construction signs exceed three square feet
for each acre of land within the PUD. The total area of the sign
shall not exceed 100 square feet and no individual sign shall
exceed 80 square feet.
f. Permit issuance; fees.
(1) No sign shall be erected in the City of Shorewood until a permit to do so
has been approved by the Zoning Administrator and issued by the office
of the Building Official (signs stipulated in b.(I) above shall be exempt
from this requirement). No permit shall be granted until the necessary fee
has been paid and until the Building Official, or staff representative, has
made a preliminary inspection of the sign before installation and has
ascertained that the sign and method of installation comply with all
1201-69
2006 S-1
1201.03 Shorewood - Zoning and Subdivision Regulations 1201.03
requirements of this chapter. The Building Official may require that
detailed plans and specifications be submitted with the application if
necessary in his or her judgment. Following permit issuance and sign
erection, the Building Official shall make a final inspection of the sign,
and if it complies in every respect with the minimum standards set forth
in this chapter, shall endorse on the permit his or her certificate of
approval.
(2) Fees:
(a) Payment of fees. The permit fee and other fees and charges set
forth in this chapter shall be collected by the city before the
issuance of any permits and the Building Official, or other persons
duly authorized to issue the permit for which the payment of a fee
is required under the provisions of this chapter, may not issue a
permit until the fees shall have been paid.
(b) Double fees. If a person begins work of any kind for which a
permit from the city is required, without having secured the
necessary permits therefor, either previous to or on the date of
commencement of the work, he or she shall, when subsequently
securing each permit, pay double the fee provided for the permit,
or is subject to the penalty provisions of this chapter.
(c) Initial fees. The City Council shall, from time to time, establish a
fee schedule by ordinance.
Subd. 12. Home occupations.
a. Purpose. The primary purpose of this subdivision is to provide a means through
establishment of specific standards and procedures by which home occupations
can be conducted in residential neighborhoods without jeopardizing the health,
safety and general welfare of the surrounding neighborhood. It is further intended
that businesses which may be allowed within residential districts should not gain
an unfair economic advantage over businesses located in districts zoned for
business uses. In addition, this subdivision is intended to provide a mechanism
enabling the distinction between limited home occupations and special home
occupations, so that limited home occupations may be allowed as accessory uses
within residential zoning.
b. Application. Subject to the nonconforming use provision of this section, all
occupations conducted in the home shall comply with the provisions of this
subdivision.
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5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD - SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331-8927 - (952) 474-3236
FAX (952) 474-0128 ^ www.ci.shorewood.mmus ^ cityha1I@ci.shorewood.mn.us
TO: Park Conunission
FROM: Brad Nielsen
DATE: 9 December 2008
RE: Signs in City Parks
FILE NO. Zoning (Signs)
The Park Commission has been asked to consider allowing conunercial advertising
signs on the outfield fences in certain ballfields in Freeman Park. Staff has been
asked to identify what changes to its existing codes would be necessary to
accommodate this activity.
Shorewood's regulations pertaining to signs are found in Section 1201.03 Subd. 11.
of the City Code (a copy of which has already been provided to you). There are also
definitions relative to signs in Section 1201.02 of the Code. Following are the
provisions of Subd. 11. that would have to be amended:
a b.(2)(d) prohibits banners except for temporary (10 days at a time) business
signs. Staff does not have enough information at this time to know what types
of signs are being proposed.
6 b.(2)(1) prohibits signs on trees, fences or utility poles.
a c. 3 restricts signs on public property to govennnental signs.
a c.(4) limits banners to temporary business signs (maximum 10 days). Again
staff does not know what types of sighs are being proposed.
® d. 1 c lists billboards and advertising signs as nonconforming signs. This is
perhaps the most significant revision that would have to occur. The City has
had a long history of phasing out billboards, hi essence, the proposed signs
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1' PRINTED ON RECYCLED P4PER
Memorandum
Re: Sighs in Parks
9 December 2005
differ little from billboards, that is, off -site advertising signs. Over the years
the City has managed, tluough its development regulations, to eradicate five of
seven billboards that existed over the past 30 years. Thousands of dollars
were spent in getting the billboard on County Road 19, at the LRT Trail
removed. hi this light it will be extremely important to obtain a legal opinion
from the City Attorney, stating that the amendments necessary to allow signs
in the signs in the parks will in no way jeopardize the City's approach to
prohibiting billboards.
e. 1 lists sips allowed in residential zoning districts. Advertising signs are
not allowed in residential districts. Freeman Park is zoned single-family
residential.
With regard to process, the changes referenced above require that a public hearing be
held by the Planning Comrunission. A public hearing notice must be published in in
the official newspaper, at least 10 days in advance of the hearing. The same notice
would be mailed to all property owners within 500 feet of the park, or parks, in which
the proposed signs would be located.
Obviously, the Planning Corrunission would rely heavily on the Park Commission's
input, as well as public testimony, in making its recommendations to the Council.
The City Council makes a final decision on the proposed anmendinents.
If the Park Commission has any questions or would like additional information
relative to this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me at 952-474-3236 or by e-
mail at bnielsenna ci.shorewood.nnn.us.
Cc: Brian Heck
Mary Tietjen
James Landini
Mayor and City Council
Planning Commission
PARK COMMISSION M>N •
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9.2
PAGE 2 OF 4
B. Update on Arctic Fever
Chair Norman stated that the fundraising efforts for Arctic Fever continue, noting that the
event is 80% funded at this time. He pointed out that they are short an estimated $500 due
to a shortfall of funds expected from the Legion which won't be available. Norman
indicated that the pond hockey organizers have roughly 65-70% of their teams registered
and will need many volunteers to assist with that event.
Quinlan, volunteer coordinator, stated that while the overall number of volunteers for
Arctic Fever is in good shape, he committed to helping the pond hockey folks recruit more
volunteers for their tournament.
Trent asked how the Commission could help bridge the funding gap or recruit volunteers.
Chair Norman stated there would be a meeting the next day and funding would be
discussed at that time.
4. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
There were none.
5. REVIEW SIGN ORDINANCE
As a follow-up to a request made by Diamond Sports and STLL to allow advertising
sponsorships on the ball fields at Freeman Park, Landini reviewed the high points of the
current Sign Ordinance with the Commission, as well as, Planning Director Nielsen's
memo with regard to what changes would need to occur to accommodate such activity.
As Landini reviewed the memo, Quinlan stated that it was clear to him that it has been the
cities intent to remove billboards throughout the city and limit, if not, eliminate this type
of advertising. He suggested they use the Sign Ordinance as a fallback to deny the request.
Landini stated that the Commission should discuss the Ordinance, memo, and request and
decide what they wish to recommend to Council.
Chair Norman stated that, based on other communities ordinances, as well as
Shorewood's Sign Ordinance, he believed this activity should be limited on public
grounds. He pointed out that the City has a strong sign ordinance currently which has
mostly done away with signs.
Trent felt the Commission should not modify the ordinance based on this request and
feared doing so could be setting a new precedent, 'walking a slippery slope'.
Wellens stated that he believed the City Council would feel the same way.
Effia.mond
nlan moved, Trent seconded, denying the request on behalf of STLL and
Sports to allow ball field signage at Freeman Park by changing the current
Ordinances that are in place. Motion passed 5/0_
Exhibit E
PARK COMM. RECOMMENDATION
Excerpt from 9 December 2008 minutes
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Brad Nielsen
From:
commrecresources@mchsi.com
Sent:
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 4:39 PM
To:
Brad Nielsen; Jeremy Norman; Twila Grout
Cc:
Brian Heck
Subject: FW: RE: STLL request....
FYI - STLL response....
Tx - Kristi
-------------- Forwarded Message: --------------
From: "Kyle Heitkamp" <keitkamp@q.com>
To: <com=ecresources@mchsi.com>
Subject: RE: STLL request....
Date: Tue., 10 Feb 2009 18:35:29 +0000
Kristi,
Please find attached the breakdown you requested. We have each individual invoice for all of
these expenditures if you would like to sit down with our Treasurer. I thought it would be best
to give you a summary at this point instead of a pile of invoices.
The budget you have in the packet is for the 2009 season which includes the Field
Improvements ($10,000) and Field Maintenance ($7,500). The 2008 expenditures were Field
Improvements ($6,252.40) and Field Maintenance ($7,491.40) for a total of the $13,743.80.
The significant repairs (safety related) are mainly repairs needed to fencing and batting cages.
These repairs have been put off (by STLL) each year to the point that we need to address them
this year. Tim Jenzer has had a discussion with Brian Heck on the batting cage issue.
Originally, it was our understanding that there may have been funds approved in prior years for
this project. After meeting with Brian we found this was not true. There have been a
discussion of how we could partner to get these repairs completed. I have not included prices
on these due to not having specific bids. We have not brought the fence issues to the City's
attention, due to STLL taking care of repairs like this in the past.
We feel we have a great relationship with the City of Shorewood. This is why I mentioned our
partnership with the community, City and STLL is so important in the request we submitted. I
feel all three entities do a great job in sharing costs and responsibilities to provide a great
experience for the athletes. As I mentioned in the request, our sponsorship dollars continue to
get smaller. This is why we are trying to get creative with this temporary signage is at Freeman
Park.
I hope this answers your questions. If not, please give me a call at your convenience.
Thanks,
Kyle Heitkamp
952-412-8092
Exhibit F
2/10/2009
STLL BUDGET INFORMATION
Provided to Park Commission
• • Page 2 of 2
From: commrecresources@mchsi.com [mailto:commrecresources@mchsi.com]
Sent: Monday, February 09, 2009 5:11 PM
To: keitkamp@q.com
Subject: STLL request....
Kyle - good talking with you this afternoon - below is the email I sent earlier today FYI. Let me
know your thoughts. Kristi
Good morning Frank - please email a copy of this to Kyle Heitkamp (I did not have a contact for
him)
As Park Coordinator for the City, I was reviewing the STLL zoning application request for
signage scheduled for discussion at the Park Commission meeting tomorrow evening, a few
questions came to mind that I hope you can clarify.
With regard to the $13,743.80 STLL mentioned that was spent on field
improvements/Maintenance in 2008, could you break that down more specifically. As I
reviewed the attached STLL 2008 budget in the packet, there is no reference to improvements or
maintenance items made within Shorewood in 2008 that would constitute this figure, unless I
misinterpreted something in the budget.
In addition, reference is made to 'significant repairs' that must be completed at Freeman fields as
they are related to 'safety concerns'. Once again, could you identify what these significant repairs
consist of so that I may relay these to the Commission. To my recollection, STLL has not
brought any need for improvement to the attention of the Commission in the past few years that
has not ever been addressed, especially with regard to the safety and well being of our child
athletes.
Thank you for your assistance,
Kristi Anderson
CRR/City of Shorewo
F-z
2/10/2009
Field Maintenance and Improve ent
08
• • •
Garden Market & Landscape
Freeman 1
$
2,300.00
Skin infield, build up field for proper drainage, rebuild mound, new sod and aglime.
Garden Market & Landscape
Freeman 3
$
687.50
Skin infield, build up field for proper drainage, rebuild mound, new sod and aglime.
Garden Market & Landscape
Freeman 1 and 3
$
707.12
Aglime for ongoing maintenace for season
Kelly Green Irrigation
Freeman 1 and 3
$
1,123.98
Repair sprinkler heads, winterization of sprinkler system
Metro Athletic
Freeman 1 and 3
$
2,055.77
Field Dry, Chalk, and paint
Leum Signs
Freeman 1 and 3
$
396.00
Signs to label betting cages and "Please Stay Off Fields" signs
Grant Leum
Freeman 1 and 3
$
348.29
Hangers and Ties to hang batting cage nets
Tim Jenzer
Freeman 1 and 3
$
706.24
Lawnmower repair, Gas, Fertilizer
Ag Power Enterprises
Freeman 1 and 3
$
4,899.00
Lawn Tractor
Preferred Electric/Kyle Heitkamp
Freeman 1 and 3
$
519.90
Electrical Repiar and Hose bib for concession stand.
$ 13,743.80
Note:
This amount doesn't include the following:
Grounds Crew Labor (mowing/dragging infields, field prep) $ 5,467.51
Replacement of bases mandated by Little League $ 1,227.80
Tim Jenzer's volunteer hours (20-25/week) ???
Parent and Player volunteer Field Clean Up hours (100s) ???
$ 20,439.11
Field Maintenance and Improvements - 2009
Budget $ 17,500.00
Potential Improvements:
Fencing Improvements Freeman 1 and 3 ??? Numerous areas where pipes and fencing are loose or unattached.
Freeman 1 ??? Dugout fencing is curled on bottom which allows balls to flow through.
Batting Cage Improvements Freeman 1 ??? Asphalt or turf batting cages. (Jenzer has had discussion with Brian Heck)
$ 1,718.64 Purchase batting cage mats.
$ 500.00 Repair/Replace L-Screens
Batting Cage Improvements Freeman 3 ??? Repair/Replace cable which the nets hang (currently broken) F -3
• ??? it/Replace fencing due to curled on bottom
$200-2000 Hang mats on fence to eliminate fence damage and improve safety.
$ 250.00 Repair/Repair L-Screens
Automated External Defibrillator Freeman 1 and 3 $1200-2500 Little League is strongly suggesting we purchase a unit.
Normal Maintenance Freeman 1 and 3 $ 4,700.00
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FILE COPY
PARK COMMISSION MINUTED
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2009 5•�4h -Pcm d ^'�� 5
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The Commission complimented the pair on their well thought out program and indicated that
they would follow-up with staff and public works to determine where the garden could
potentially be placed as well as discuss other details of the plan.
Anderson suggested they consider focusing on 'kids of all ages' for the program, especially if the
garden is planted in Freeman where Shorewood Ponds seniors might enjoy bringing their
grandchildren or working the gardens themselves.
Davis stated that she would follow-up with staff, as well as, check ho a Arboretum runs their
community garden program at their children's learning center.
3. REVISION TO ZONING ORDINANCE / SIGNS4FP — (Planning Director,
Brad Nielsen)
Planning Director Nielsen explained that STLL rep
r�esentative Kyle Heitk ad submitted an
application for amendments to Shorewood's Zonik g Code that would allow adv ismg signs to
be placed on the ball fences at Freeman Park. He reminded the Commission thdT had
reviewed this proposal informally at the end of last year. Although the Commission had voted
unanimously to not recommend such amendments, the STLL group decided to pursue a formal
application. Nielsen stated therefore that is why the submission has been rerouted back to the
Commission for a formal recommendation. He indicated that the Planning Commission would be
holding a public hearing on March P and would like to hear from the Commission prior to that
date.
Heitkamp explained that the league is` getting clos
the need for financial assistance is greater this year
is their intent to sell sponsorships of the sign-.s,to h
to the scholarship fund overall. He reviewed solYle
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the organization with regard to repairs,tenanc
o ritical mass, 500 players strong, and that
in the past. Heitkamp maintained that it
unfamiliar with what the Commission had`decided at the end of 2008.
Chair Norman asked how the City could continue to work with the little league group in a way
that might alleviate some of their burden besides the fence billboards.
Though he felt Heitkamp,ad done a fine job presenting little leagues case, Young stated that he
hated to undo an ordinance that had a solid foundation such as this.
Anderson interjected and read passages from the November Park Commission Meeting and the
final recommendation to deny the request at the December meeting for review. She asked for
further clarification with regard to the maintenance items and safety related issues referenced
within the application.
Davis stated that in reviewing the budget supplied to the Commission, she saw mixed budget
messages and places the budget could be trimmed.
Exhibit G
PARK COMM. RECOMMENDATION
Excerpt from 10 February 2009 minutes
PARK COMMISSION MINUTES •
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2009
PAGE 3 OF 3
Trent stated that he would urge the organization to pursue other avenues or explore other
financing options open to them.
Woodruff reminded Heitkamp and the Commission that, had the organization applied for a
variance, the City does not consider financial hardship a valid reason to grant variances thus the
little league decided to undertake the ordinance amendment request instead.
Nielsen stated that, if the City Council ends up determining the application move forward, he
would suggest looking at a conditional use permit instead.
Hensley stated that he was really concerned that, if the Commi
would be precedent setting. As an attorney he would view this
from what the city has decided in recent years. Hensley addej
want to look at signs in the public park anyway. S
Chair Norman concurred, stating that the City has to
felt this to be a `slippery slope' and questioned n
organization contact the Park Foundation and ask the
scholarships. He stated that he believed the city would be
has with the sports organization in order V&kghten their lc
fixes normally performed by the little lea
Heitkamp stated that members of the other
they had no intent to pursue such -measures.
Anderson pointed out that each wrote: that they
at this time but she questioned how
the park and not the other or for one
themselves.
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finite change in direction
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lengths to r e sjgrlage. He
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VM fiindraisepCor financial aid
to examine the relationship it
consider making some of the
letters attached stating that
of pursue advertising boards themselves
ould regulate allowing signs at one end of
not another as the application presented
Chair Norman questioned whether there was a formal document or agreement that identified who
cares for what with regard to maintenance. He asked what the user fees cover for the users and
whether there were items the city could take upon itself. He asked staff to investigate.
Anderson stated that, to her knowledge, there was no formal agreement between the city and the
little league but that, typically, when an improvement is made or donated to the parks it becomes
the property, as well as, the responsibility of the City.
Woodruff was surprised to hear there would be no formal agreement with regard to maintenance.
Quinlan pointed out that, if little league estimates they will make $20,000 in sponsorships,
perhaps the City should consider how it can offset some maintenance costs rather than allowing
the signage. However, he noted that the purchase of a new mower and rakes to mow the infields
and care for the ag lime are specific to the organization and this application only and may not
necessarily even be city maintenance items.
PARK COMMISSION MINUTES•
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2009
PAGE 4 OF 4
Heitkamp stated that he did not wish to jeopardize the good working relationship the little league
had with the City; however, he maintained that costs are rising and they are searching for
solutions or will have to start cutting things. He pointed out that many local businesses have
expressed an interest in advertising on the signs.
Anderson suggested the Commission give consideration to private versus public spaces in which
advertising is or is not currently allowed.
Chair Norman concurred, stating that he found it difficult to consider putting private messages in
our public spaces which are currently clutter free. Norman believed t to be a larger issue than
allowing little league to raise money. He felt the city should keep gjFa—teinterests out of public
open spaces and that the ordinance is well written to do so.
Trent agreed, stating that the bigger issue is to keep the aesthetics conllVthin the parks for
a commercial free park experience.
Woodruff suggested the Commission investigat r the c should provi ore support
than it has in the past and encouraged the little league a whether th a are other
answers than signage out there to help with the financial of things.
E
is moved, Young seconded, to recommend denial of the by STLL for
endments to the Shorewood Zoning Code that would alto vertising signs to be
ed on ball field fences in Freeman Park with the recommendation that staff review our
rent agreement with STLL`and investigate other avenues for support that would help
et some of the maintenance costs. Motion passed 7/0.`
4. REPORTS
A. Report on City Council Meeting
Woodruff reported that the City Council appointed new members to the Planning Commission,
as well as; two new Park Commissioners, Thomas Robb and Bob Edmundson.
B. Report on Arctic Fever Event on January 17, 2009
Chair Norman reported that attendance was estimated between 500-800 people in Shorewood. He
noted that the sliding hill was very popular and would encourage staff to build a giant sliding hill
every season. Norman stated that the pond hockey sponsor has already committed to 2010 and
the planning groups will be meeting soon to discuss where they want to head going forward.
Norman indicated that the library coloring contest also went well and that everyone was very
pleased with the numbers in attendance at all events this year.
C. Update on Consultant Services
Anderson reported that the City Council voted unanimously to move forward with the Park
Consultant Planning Services recommended by the Commission with negotiations to begin soon.
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From:
Brad Nielsen
Sent:
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 3:43 PM
To:
Mary Tietjen (mtietjen@kennedy-graven.com)
Cc:
Brian Heck
Subject: STILL Proposed Zon Text Amdmt
Good Afternoon Mary,
As you are aware, South Tonka Little League has requested amendments to the Shorewood Zoning Code that
would allow them to place advertising signs on the ball field fences at Freeman Park. Staff has identified several
issues that require legal advice. Per our conversation yesterday, would you please comment on the following:
Can the City distinguish between park fence advertising signs and other types of outdoor advertising
signs, including billboards? We discussed how the proposed change represents a definite change in
direction with respect to the City's current policies on signage. Does such an amendment(s) jeopardize
the City's position on other commercial signage, particularly outdoor advertising?
Can we/should we limit the amendment to apply only to Freeman Park? Or, should the amendment be
extended to include other city parks?
While STLL has submitted a -mails from representatives of organized hockey and football, stating that
they have no interest in placing signs in the parks, there is concern about setting a precedent for the
future. Presumably, it would be difficult to deny similar treatment to other groups. Is that correct?
I mentioned that this item is on the Park Commission agenda this evening and is scheduled for a public hearing
on 3 March at the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission packets go out the week before the meeting,
so if I could get your report by 23 February, that would be helpful. Call or e-mail me if you have any questions.
.Rwd Nieeeen
Planning Director
City of Shorewood
952-474-3236
Exhibit H
2/10/2009
QUESTIONS FOR CITY ATTORNEY
Dated 10 February 2009
• FILE 6&Of2
Brad Nielsen'tw�`
From: Joanne Bonnette jjbonnette4t @aol.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 2:39 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com; john.bonnette@kraft.com
Subject: Fwd: Urgent Request from STLL
To: Mayor Chris Lizee and Planner Brad Nielsen:
As a parent of 3 sons, our family has been involved in the STLL for the past 5 years. The
STLL has provided an environment that brings family, friends, and the community at -large together to
support, encourage and enjoy each other while a son is playing youth baseball at a Freeman Park field. Will
you PLEASE support the STLL with their request of offering their Sponsors some value-
added exposure by allowing the STLL to hang temporary signage on the outfield fences.
Thank you for your consideration on this signage request from STLL.
Joanne Bonnette
Shorewood Resident
"Individual commitment to a group effort --that is what makes a team work, a
company work, a society work, a civilization work."
-Vince Lombardi -
-----Original Message -----
From: message@southtonkall.org
To:jbonnefte4l@aol.com
Sent: Mon, 19 Jan 2009 11:21 am
Subject: Urgent Request from STLL
EMAIL TO CITY OF SHOREWOOD
We need EVERYONE'S assistance in sending an email to Chris Lizee
(Mayor) and Brad Nielsen (City Planner) of Shorewood showing support
of our request of temporary signage at Freeman Park.
South Tonka is working with the City of Shorewood requesting them to
allow STLL to hang signage on the outfield fences at Freeman Park on
a temporary basis. We are asking them to make an exception to their
sign ordinance due to us being a non-profit organization. These signs
would only be there three of the 12 months a year when the foilage is
on the trees. They would be professionally made signs and hung in a
professional manner.
It is STLL's goal to make sure every player in our community has an
opportunity to play baseball if they wish. With today's economic
struggles, we are anticipating it being more difficult for families
to pay league fees. With that in mind we are looking for ways
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supplement our costs. As other sports continue to get more
expensive, we want to keep our fees at a level so everyone can play.
The issue is that our sponsorship dollars have decreased
significantly over the past few years. The potential sponsors now
have other fields in the community that allow signage in their parks
so they are spending their.funds elsewhere. We have had preliminary
discussion with businesses that have agreed to purchase signage if we
get this approved.
Please take a minute send a quick email asking them to.support our
request to the following:
clizee@ci.shorewood.mnus
bnielsen@ci.shorewood.mn.us
kheitkamp@g.com
Please copy me so I can have an idea of the support we are receiving.
We are meeting with the City on 'Tuesday, so please do this at your
earliest convenience.
Thank you for your support and remember this is all for the kids!
Kyle Heitkamp
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From: Mike Cwiekowski [OW.Cwiekowski@me
Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2009 3:54 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: Temporary Signage at Freeman Park
City of Shorewood,
My wife and I have been homeowners in Shorewood since the Spring of 2003 and our twin
sons are now entering a 3rd year in the STLL program. We support the use of temporary
signage at the ballpark to generate revenue to supplement the cost in providing invaluable and
positive athletic experiences for the youth of our community. Our home is the distance of a
home run to Freeman Park, my family and I enjoy the park year-round, and we consider the
use of this kind of signage only during the baseball season totally acceptable. We enjoy the
sounds of cheering moms and dads all summer long, the joy of watching our children making
an out compares to nothing else. STLL is a top-notch volunteer organization which I fully
support and invest my own time. Please permit this signage effort and allow STLL to continue
providing our children a fantastic baseball program.
Sincerely,
Mike Cwiekowski
Shorewood, MN
612-735-8026
From: Terry Nicholson [rtnicholson@mchsi.com]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 4:22 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: signage at freeman park
Dear Mayor Lizee and Mr. Nielsen,
I have 2 sons that have played baseball at freeman park since 2002.
1 am in favor of having signage to attract and keep sponsors for
the South Tonka Little League.
When I see the local business signage at other fields, it reminds
me of how the businesses and community government come together in
a number of ways to make this a nice area in which to live.
Freeman park is a great baseball park for families. My husband
and I look forward to bringing our camp chairs and cameras out
every year to enjoy another season of baseball. I don't think that
signs in the outfield or where ever they will be put will detract from
the beauty of the park or the baseball experience.
From what I have seen, the STLL has taken great pride in the condition
of the fields and facilities and I'm sure that the signs will be tasteful
and maintained.
Thanks for taking my input.
Sincerely,
Terry Nicholson
952-401-6377
From: Tamara Schwartz [tamara.schwartz@biotechxray.com]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 11:36 PM
To: Christine Lizee
Cc: Brad Nielsen
Subject: Freeman Park - So Tonka Little League - Support Signage for Sponsors
Mayor Lizee (cc. Brad Nielson),
This letter is to request your support of the efforts of South Tonka Little League to place
professionally prepared advertising signage at Freeman Park during the summer months.
We understand that there is an ordinance that would prohibit such signage, however, given the
fact that the signage would be temporary (summer months only), and would be showing
support of a non -for -profit community organization, we ask that you make an exception.
Corporate sponsorship of baseball teams is a common way to keep the cost down to the
players and their families. Ballpark advertising signage is common, from little leagues to major
leagues.
We believe that local businesses would be more likely to sponsor the South Tonka Little
League if, in turn, they could advertise at the ballpark. Baseball is a great community & family
activity, but participation will decline if costs are not competitive with other area programs,
especially in today's economic climate.
Your consideration of this request is greatly appreciated.
Tammy Schwartz
Joe & Tammy Schwartz 1 780 Lake Point Drive, Chanhassen, MN 55317 1952.474.4055 (h) 314.440.1770 (c)
From:
Caroline Linden [thelindens@earthlink.net]
Sent:
Monday, January 19, 2009 6:35 PM
To:
Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Subject:
Please allow BB field ads
Dear Ms. Mayor & Mr. Nielsen,
I'm writing to support South Tonka Little League's efforts to allow short-term advertising
for the Freeman baseball fields. My understanding is that these would be professionally
designed signs that would be in place during the summer baseball season only -- so there
would be little visibility to neighboring homeowners. Please consider this exception to
the signage regulations.
STTL provides a great, affordable sports opportunity for community kids -- especially
compared to many other sports organizations. If these signs can help support the
organization and maintain affordability during this tough economy, it is well worth it
appreciate your time and consideration for this .effort.
Caroline Linden
From:
Mark Velner [markvelner@gmail.com]
Sent:
Tuesday, January 20, 2009 4:03 AM
To:
Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: Freeman Park Temporary Signage for South Tonka Little League
Good morning Chris and Brad,
I am asking for your assistance to support South tonka Little League's
request for temporary signage at Freeman Park.
South Tonka is working with the City of Shorewood requesting you to
allow STLL to hang signage on the outfield fences at Freeman Park on
a temporary basis. We are asking you to make an exception to your
sign ordinance due to us being a non-profit organization. These signs
would only be there three of the 12 months a year when the foilage is
on the trees. They would be professionally made signs and hung in a
professional manner.
It is STLL's goal to make sure every player in our community has an
opportunity to play baseball if they wish. With today's economic
struggles, we are anticipating it being more difficult for families
to pay league fees. With that in mind we are looking for ways
to supplement our costs. As other sports continue to get more
expensive, we want to keep our fees at a level so everyone can play.
The issue is that our sponsorship dollars have decreased
significantly over the past few years. The potential sponsors now
have other fields in the community that allow signage in their parks
so they are spending their funds elsewhere. We have had preliminary
discussion with businesses that have agreed to purchase signage if we
get this approved.
Please take a minute to consider our request and make the change that will allow us to best serve the
community youth.
Thank You.
Mark Velner
6636 Mulberry Cir
Chanhassen, MN 55317
952-474-1464
From: terry@BRENNANPHOTO.COM
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 2:49 PM
To: Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: STLL Signage
Please support STLL efforts for signage at Freeman Park!
From: Chris Homeister [homeichr@mchsi.com]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 9:28 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: In Support of: South Tonka Little League Request
Dear Mayor Lizee and Mr. Nielsen —
I'm writing tonight in support of South Tonka Little League's request to grant a waiver to allow sponsor
signage to be displayed at Freeman Park during the season. The South Tonka Little League
organization works tirelessly to offer an affordable and family friendly baseball experience to those
within the South Tonka, area. Securing sponsors and publically recognizing them is an important
component in maintaining costs so that all local families can afford to have their children participate in a
great baseball experience for the summer.
trust the South Tonka Little League organization will have the signage made in a professional and
tasteful manner, and displayed in a way that the community will be proud of the organization as well as
the sponsors that have elected to help fund this important summer activity where hundreds will have
the opportunity to participate in this summer.
Please allow for this signage to move forward, so that baseball fees can remain affordable to all for this
upcoming baseball season.
Thank you for your consideration of this request.
Chris & Beth Homeister
26790 Noble Road
Shorewood, MN 55331
952.474.3033
From: ALEXANDRA, TUCKER MASUI [tuckerstools@msn.com]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 10:29 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: signage at Freeman Park
Chris and Brad,
We are asking you to please approve STLL's request to hang temporary signage at Freeman
park. We have two boys in their program and our entire family benefits from what STLL offers.
Our youngest looks forward to playing at Freeman 1 every year, and our oldest likes to use all the
playing fields and batting cages. STLL's insistence on being learning league with the emphasis on
teaching by example, provides opportunity to a wider range of players. Although STILL has a
strong volunteer base, they have to continue to find ways to supplement rising costs. In today's
economic times, finding creative ways to offset rising costs is difficult. They are asking for you
to grant them three month to help them to continue offering their program to all players. Again,
we are asking you to please approve their request.
Thank you
Tucker & Alexandra Masui
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From: Schneider, Bradd [Bradd.Schneideri
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 7:04 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen; kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: Signage for South Tonka Little league
Dear Mayor Lizee and City Planner Nielsen,
I am writing to request that our community consider allowing South Tonka Little League the ability to hang
appropriate signage with advertisers on the fences at Freeman Park where we play many of our little league
games. This will help to offset some of the costs associated with putting on an inclusive youth baseball program
in our community. My son Danny truly enjoys the facilities at this park and looks forward to the skill development
and overall fun social atmosphere offered by playing little league. Having signage will help to generate the extra
dollars needed to continue with this first class youth program in our community and in these challenging economic
times every extra dollar is difficult to come by and surely needed. Please consider this move as a great move
toward helping the kids of this area. Thanks in advance for your kind consideration of this request.
Regards,
Bradd
Bradd Schneider
2240 Sommergate
Excelsior, MN 55331
763-954-4266 office
612-889-1032 cell
bradd Schneider@honevwell com
From: Kristian Arnar [k.arnar@pfcequip.com]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 2:50 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: Signage at Freeman Park
To Shorewood City Council:
This e-mail is to pledge my support for the temporary signage at Freeman Park. This will keep the cost of playing
youth baseball reasonable allowing families of all financial situations to afford this "Great American Pastime"!
Sincerely,
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Kristjan Amar
PFC Equipment, Inc
9366 Deerwood Lane
Maple Grove, MN 55369
Phone 763-425-7890
Fax 763-425-1132
Cell 612-597-0997
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From: marty@sawbridgewoodworks.com
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 12:17 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Subject: Signs
To whom it may concern,
Please allow this signage. I see no issue here
to foliage. This should be a non issue.
Thanks
Marty Kusar
Sent from my Verizon Wireless Blackaerry
From: Hoffman, Kevin [KHoffman@krollontrack.comj
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 1:19 PM
To: Christine Lizee
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com; Brad Nielsen; Mary Hoffman
Subject: Signs at Freeman
It is temporary and not an eye sore due
South Tonka baseball and I am asking that you make an exception to the sign ordinance at freeman park due to us being
a non-profit organization. These signs would only be on the ballpark fences three of the 12 months a year when the
foliage is on the trees. They would be professionally made signs and hung in a professional manner.
It is STLL's goal to make sure every player in our community has an opportunity to play baseball if they wish. With
today's economic struggles, we are anticipating it being more difficult for families to pay league fees. With that in
mind we are looking for ways supplement our costs. As other sports continue to get more expensive, we want to keep
our fees at a level so everyone can play.
The issue is that our sponsorship dollars have decreased
significantly over the past few years. The potential sponsors now
have other fields in the community that allow signage in their parks so they are spending their funds elsewhere. We
have had preliminary discussion with businesses that have agreed to purchase signage if we get this approved.
Thank you
Kevin Hoffman
Volunteer Coach
From: Shelley Lee [shelley@excelsiortitle.comj
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 1:14 PM
To: Brad Nielsen
Subject: Signs at Freeman
Please repeal the decision on the signs. By the way nice new bldg!
Shelley Lee
Excelsior Title
ph 952-288-2122 direct
fx 952-474-3742
shell ey(dexcelsiortitle.com
From: Carrie Nicklow [cnick1MUmchs1.comJ
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 12:24 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com; mnicklow@mchsi.com
Subject: STLL Signage Issue
Dear Mayor Lizee and City Planner Nielsen,
Please allow South Tonka Little League to hang signage on the outfield fences at Freeman Park on a
temporary basis, during the summer months. We do not believe anyone in our community would be
offended by the signs, and the sponsorship brings much needed revenue to a family -centered,
neighborhood -based activity.
Thank you for your consideration on this matter.
Little League Parents and Community Members,
Carrie & Mike Nicklow
5585 Harding Lane
Shorewood, MN 55331
952-470-4257
cnicklow@mchsi.com
From:
Becky_Fuxa@cargill.com
Sent:
Monday, January 19, 2009 11:33 AM
To:
Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc:
kheitkamp@q.com
Subject:
South Tonka Little League Plea
Hello -
I am a parent of two boys that have played little league baseball at Freeman Park since
2000. Little League is something that every child should have the chance to experience.
i am concerned that in today's economy some may have to bow out of this opportunity. The
South Tonka Little League is working hard to make sure everyone that wants to play can.
You can help by allowing signage for the few months of the baseball season. Please give
your approval to this request so no child is left out.
Thank you for your consideration
Becky Fuxa
Becky J.W. Fuxa/Research Mail stop RB Phone - 952-742-3311 RNET - 855-23311 Fax -
952-742-5370 Becky_Fuxa® cargill:com
From: Christine Levin [clevin@sabesjcc.org]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 11:43 AM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: I support STLL's request to hang temporary signage at Freeman Park
Hi,
Please make an exception to your sign ordinance for this non-profit organization.
Christine Levin (mom of two South Tonka Little Leaguers)
From: Maureen Connery Imconnery@lamedia.org]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 12:08 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: Freeman Park Temporary Signage
Hi Chris and Brad,
I am sending this email in support of the Freeman Park temporary signage request from South Tonka Little
League.
I realize the need for Shorewood's sign ordinance, but I think you should make an exception in this instance.
Many families in our community our struggling in today's economy and we want to make sure that all kids who
want to play baseball are able to participate. We need to supplement our budget without raising fees, a challenge
for any non-profit organization. The temporary signage at Freeman Park for our South Tonka Little League
sponsors is a great way to accomplish this goal.
Freeman Park is isolated enough that the signage would not be intrusive to the surrounding neighborhoods. We
are only requesting the signage be up for about three months of the year, when the foliage is on the trees. The
signs would be professionally designed and hung so they won't be an "eye sore". I can't imagine anyone having a
problem with this request. Please make an exception to the signage rule so all of our kids are able to afford to
play baseball.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Maureen Cannery
Media Director
L.A. Media
3100 W. Lake Street
MPIs, MN 55416
P: 612-928-9718
F:612-928-0261
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From: Jeff Erdahl Qeff@starthearing.com]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 11:50 AM
To: Christine Lizee
Cc: Brad Nielsen
Subject: signage
Chris,
Please consider allowing signs at Freeman Park. STLL and baseball needs your support.
Thank you,
Jeff Erdahl
National Sales Director
SoundPoint Audiology & Hearing Services
Work 763-515-4050 1 Cell 612-964-5674 1 jeff@starthearing.com
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From: Richard.Gammill@black-river.com
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 12:28 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: Signage at Freeman Park
Chris and Brad -
It has come to my attention that the City of Shorewood is not allowing South Tonka Little League to hang sponsor
signs on the fences at Freeman Park. I would like to voice my objection to the decision as it significantly impedes
STLL's ability to raise sponsorship dollars. Now, more than ever, STLL needs outside sources of funding to
continue to offer a top notch program to the kids of Shorewood. I hope you reconsider given the significant role
STLL plays in the daily lives of the residents of Shorewood. Sponsorship is a key source of support for the league
and not allowing advertising impedes the league's ability to offer a wonderful sporting experience to all the kids in
your city.
Best Regards,
Rich Gammill
Parent of 4 and strong supporter of STLL
Rich Gammill
Managing Director - Portfolio Manager
Black River Asset Management
12700 Whitewater Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55343
(952) 984-3173 —Phone
(952) 818-6077—Mobile
(952) 249-4038 — Fax
richard.ganunill@black-river.com
From: Sharonnav@aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 1:36 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: Signage at Freeman Park
Mayor 1 City Planner:
As a parent of two ball players who continue to play at Freeman Park, I am writing to request that you truly
consider the temporary placement of signage for STLL. It is my understanding that the signage would be
professional made, and only up for three months.
As the economy is growing weaker, our wallets are becoming thinner. To allow our children to play ball each
year, we must pay registration fees, etc. STLL is a non-profit organization, therefore, they seek sponsorships
from local businesses to help fund America's favorite past -time sport for the local kids. The sponsors, too, are
having financial difficulties, and this signage issue is leading to the possible loss of some of those long-time
sponsors, which would put an even bigger burden on the parents.
I hope you find it within yourselves, for the community's sake, to truly consider allowing the STLL to place
temporary signage during the season.
Thank you.
From: Erani, Zarir [Zarir.Eran i@ pemonneldecisions.com]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 12:11 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: Kyle Heitkamp
Subject: I support Temporary Signage at Freeman for STILL
Dear Mr. Lizee and Mr. Nielsen,
As a parent of two boys that participate in the South Tonka Little League Program, I am in strong
support of leveraging temporary signage in Freeman park to offset the costs for this league. The STILL
program is a great place to not only learn our national game, but also a place for kids to gain self
confidence and develop friendships. It appears from my perspective that the signs would not be
disruptive to the community at large and that they would only be displayed during the baseball season.
Would you please carefully consider the benefits to the community at large in allowing more kids
access to the STILL program? I thank you in advance for your support of this request.
Kindest regards,
Zarir
Zorir H. Erani
Vice President, Information Technology
Personnel Decisions International - PDI Minneapolis
Expert Partners. Real Leadership Advantage.
Direct: 612.337.3654, Mobile: 612.201.9690
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From: Randy Mayer [RMayer@easween.com]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 12:50 PM
To: Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com; Lisa Mayer
Subject: FW: South Tonka Little League Signage
Dear. Mr. Nielsen,
As a father of a current player in South Tonka Little League, I fully support the request of STLL to place
signage at Freeman Park for fund raising/sponsorship purposes. Financial times are difficult for many
families now and STILL is working very hard on sponsorships to off -set player costs.
Signage is key advertising and banners/signage are a common practise at sporting event fields. These
will only be up during the little league baseball season.
Please consider this allowance to the current sign ordinance.
Randy Mayer
Region Manager
Deli Express
Cellular 612 819 8860
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From: Chris Connery [c_connerygyahoo.cc
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 12:32 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: Kyle Heitkamp
Subject: Freeman Park Temporary Signage
Hi Chris and Brad,
I air sending this email to show my support for South Tonka Little League's request for temporary
signage at Freeman Park.
With the economic struggles many families are facing today, it is important that we keep our fees down
to ensure that all kids are able to play baseball in our community. Selling sponsorship signage will bring
in additional funds and help offset any budget increases we encounter. Other baseball leagues are able
to do this, which puts our league at a competitve disadvantage if we are not allowed the same leeway.
The signage is just temporary (up only when the leaves are on the trees) and it will be unobtrusive so it
should not pose a problem for the surrounding neighborhood.
Please make an exception to Shorewood's signage rule for South Tonka Little League.
Thanks,
Chris Connery
From: Holmgren, Catherine (TPNA) [catherine.holmgren@tpna.com]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 12:03 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen; keitkamp@q.com; sholmgren@visi.com
Subject: STLL Signage
I am writing in support of sponsorship signs for STLL on the fields at Freeman Park. It is nice to know that STLL
is looking for ways to keep playing costs reasonable for our young athletes. It is only right to publicly
acknowledge those businesses and individuals that support our league. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Catherine Holingren
STLL Parent
952-17I-5423
From: Terry Wehling [Iwehling@amerilabtech.com]
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 11:33 AM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen; kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: signage at Freeman Park
I support and request allowing signage at Freeman park outfield. It is critical we keep all avenues for financial
assistance open right now we can continue to offer opportunity for our young athletes.
Sincerely,
Terry J Wehling
5675 Marsh Pointe Drive
Shorewood, MN 55331
From: Mike_Hn�tchenko@ellerbebecket.com
Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 11:34 AM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: We need your support!
In an effort to offer affordable options for our youth, the South Tonka Little League is
requesting that Shorewood allow sponsorship signage on it's Freeman park fields. I support
this effort completely, and would hope the members of the Shorewood City council would as
well. The STLL group provides a community service by allowing our youth the opportunity to
play baseball at Freeman park. I have been to a number of local communities and they have
all embraced the concept of sponsorship as a means of supporting the local sports. I
would expect the same type of commitment from Shorewood.
Thanks for your support!
Mike Hnastchenko
Principal, Chief Technology Officer
Ellerbe Becket 1 800 LaSalle Avenue I Minneapolis, MN 55402-2014 Tel:
612 376-2237
From: Steve Midthun [smidthun@ngjensen.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 11:42 AM
To: clizze@ci.shorewood.mn.us; Brad Nielsen; kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: FW: Urgent Request from STLL
Hello,
Please allow South Tonka little league to hang banners on the Freeman fence. I have had
all four of my kids in this program which has been great. Banners are put up at many
fields around the country and it will helps develop programs and keep baseball costs down.
Thank you,
Steve Midthun
6225 Ridge Rd,
Chanhassen,MN,55317
952 229 5402
From: Fisher, Mike [Mike.Fisher@bestbuy.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 9:13 AM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: STLL ISSUE
Chris & Brad -
Do the right thing and help out the STLL as a non-profit. An exception to a signing
ordinance is a small trade-off compared to the lifetime benefit these kids get from their
interaction with the league.
Thanks for your consideration
Mike Fisher
Sr. Dir.- MBB Lean Six Sigma
Enterprise Capability Lead
Mike.Fisher@BestBuy.com
Direct- (612) 291-7906
Cell - (612) 865-7304
From: lorin peterson [lorinp11Mon(0ilyahoo
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 5:56 PM
To: Brad Nielsen
Subject: Signage at Freeman
Please take into serious consideration the request of teh Little League to raise some money by hanging
signage from our sponsors at the baseball fields. THis is such any easy thing to do, has no lasting
imapct to the park facility and supports your taxpayers! No down side that I can see!
Thanks!
Lorin Peterson
mother of 4 athletes
From: Timatobin@aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 9:30 AM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen; kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: Banners at Freeman Park
Chris and Brad:
As a resident of Shorewood, I am extremely supportive of the initiative for advertising banners at Freeman
Park that South Tonka Little league has brought to the City. While my son was a player with STLL for seven
years, he has been removed from that organization for a couple of years now. However, my experience with
STLL has provided me with the knowledge, that as an organization that uses the facilities of Shorewood, they
have provided more upkeep and investment into the facilities that they use, than any other organization that uses
city facilities. In my opinion, it would be absolutely absurd to not allow STLL the opportunity to increase their
revenue via advertising banners. The banners will be in place for less than one-third of the year, and these
additional revenue are most likely to be reinvested into the facilities.
Thank you,
Tim Tobin
5715 Brentridge Drive
Shorewood, MN 55331
From: Mary Erani [kangaroo@mchsi.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 3:27 PM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: 'Kyle Heitkamp'
Subject: South Tonka Little League
Good Afternoon Mr. Lizee and Mr. Nielsen,
I am a parent of two young boys who participate in the South Tonka Little League program. It is my
understanding that STLL is asking for temporary signage at Freeman Park. I believe this is an excellent idea. It
is a great way for local businesses to be involved and give back to the community. With the economic struggles
that many families are facing; it is encouraging to see STLL ready to assist those in need. The city of Shorewood
should be honored to have such an outstanding organization in their community. I ask that you please consider
STLL's request and realize the benefits it will have on our community.
Thank you for time and attention to this matter.
Mary Erani
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Mary Erani
4101 White Oak Lane
Excelsior, MN 55331
Home: 952.401.8852
Email: Kangaroo MCHSI.Com
Brad Nielsen
From: Greg Greenwood [greg@igreenwood.comj
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 10:43 AM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: South Tonka Little League and Sponsor Signs
Hello Chris and Brad,
I was alerted of the issue of sponsorship signs not being allowed to be put up for the season
of baseball.
Why?
The sponsorship signs have always been a part of baseball. I grew up playing baseball at
Bennett field and remember to this day, I played on sponsored teams, the Ty Abel Union 76
Little League team and on the Deephaven Drug Babe Ruth League team, during my baseball
years.
Couple of reasons I am wondering why the change of heart on these signs:
1. Good advertising that supports local non profit organizations.
Now with the economy, if a company is willing to show their support for baseball and off
set a few of the dollars we the parents of players have to pay, why not let them do it?
2. These are signs that are professionally made.
Do you really think STLL would allow signs that are profane or lude in nature?
Sponsors and Parents commonly view these signs and would take issue if this were to
occur.
3. They don't stay up all year round.
They are only displayed in the summer months when foliage is full and the fields are
barely in view from outside the parks.
These fields are some of the best around. I take pride in having my son play baseball and me
coaching there.
I would hate to have parents of players have to explain their children they can't play and to
their extended family they can't watch the games because the cost of playing baseball became
prohibitive because of the City of Shorewood didn't like the look of sponsorship signs at a
baseball field. Ouch.
Please allow STLL to put the signs up. Thx,
Greg Greenwood
(c) 952.250.5170
From:
Rob Willock [rwillockjr@hotmail.com]
Sent:
Tuesday, January 20, 2009 11:21 AM
To:
Christine Lizee
Cc:
Brad Nielsen; kheitkamp@q.com
Subject: South Tonka Little League Signage Proposal
Mayor Lizee:
I am a resident of the Shorewood Oak Neighborhood, living at 26190 Oak Leaf Trail, the neighborhood
immediately west of Freeman Park.
I am writing you today to request your support for the South Tonka Little League signage proposal at Freeman
Park. My son has played baseball in the South Tonka League for six years now and we have always found the
league to be an enjoyable and an affordable experience. In these difficult economic times we would like to see
the league remain an affordable option. As I am sure will be explained to you, keeping the cost affordable for
the players is becoming more and more difficult for the South Tonka League as business sponsorship declines.
With an approved signage proposal the league will be better positioned to attract additional business sponsors
and continue to control the cost of participation. Please support the South Tonka League and the signage
proposal.
Thank You,
Rob and Krissy Willock
952-470-6261
From: Mary Hoffman[maryhoffman@garylundeencompany.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 9:48 AM
To: Christine Lizee
Cc: kheitkamp@q.com; Brad Nielsen
Subject: Re: Signs at Freeman
South Tonka baseball and I am asking that you make an exception to the sign ordinance at freeman park
due to us being a non-profit organization. These signs would only be on the ballpark fences three of the
12 months a year when the foliage is on the trees. They would be professionally made signs and hung in
a professional manner.
It is STLL's goal to make sure every player in our community has an opportunity to play baseball if they wish. With
today's economic struggles, we are anticipating it being more difficult for families to pay league fees. With that in
mind we are looking for ways supplement our costs. As other sports continue to get more expensive, we want to
keep our fees at a level so everyone can play.
The issue is that our sponsorship dollars have decreased
significantly over the past few years. The potential sponsors now
have other fields in the community that allow signage in their parks so they are spending their funds elsewhere. We
have had preliminary discussion with businesses that have agreed to purchase signage if we get this approved.
Thank you
Mary Hoffman
Volunteer Coach
From: Matt Koonce [mkoonce@verdi-inc.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 8:37 AM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q•com
Subject: Sign Ordinance/Freeman Park
Chris/Brad ... I am writing on behalf and in support of STILL and their request to get a variance on the
sign ordinance for sponsorship banners at Freeman park. As a volunteer coach for STILL, I see the
impact it has on the community and the kids. Keeping the program vibrant and available for all is a
huge positive for the community. Being able to generate sponsorship dollars to keep the program
going and sustain it for years to come would be a big boost.
While I understand having rules and ordinances is a necessity for any city, I also see how variances
can be used to make exceptions where the city staff sees it is in the best interest of the community and
tdoes is cause undo hi a harm
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Thanks for your time and consideration.
Matt
Matt Koonce
Project Manager
0(651)642-5540
F(651)294-3206
C(612)360-4761
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From: Mick Hannafin[mhannafin@davidmartinagency.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 9:06 AM
To: Christine Lizee; Brad Nielsen
Cc: kheitkamp@q•com
Subject: Signage at Freeman Park
Good Morning Gentlemen,
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to increase revenue for this worthy cause.
Thank you,
M. Hannafin
David Martin Agency, Inc.
952-848-1305 Phone
952-920-2655 Fax
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From: William Tiede [tiede003@umn.edu]
Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:45 PM
To: Brad Nielsen
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I am in favor of allowing signage at the Freeman fields in an effort to keep the STILL program alive and well. It
has been a GREAT program for my 2 boys and all of Shorewood!I
Bill Tiede
26060 Shorewood Oaks Dr
From: Annuityl-ife Producer Consultants [bones@annuitylifebiz.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 22. 2009 5:31 PM
To: Brad Nielsen
Cc: message@southtonkall.org
Subject: Signage for STLL
I am writing you to respectfully request that you allow South Tonka Little League to sell advertising signage to
hang on the fences at the ball fields. This would really help raise much needed operating revenue during these
trying times.
Thank You for your consideration.
Michael "Bones" Cervony
Annuityl-ife Producer Consultants, LLC
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CITY OF
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331-8927 • (952) 474-3236
FAX (952) 474-0128 • www.ci.shorewood.mn.ur, • cityhaI10ci.shorewood.mn.us
MEMORANDUM
TO: Park Commission
FROM: Brad Nielsen
DATE: 5 February 2009
RE: South Tonka Little League — Request for Zoning Code Text Amendments
for Signs on Ballfield Fences
FILE NO. 405(g4.09).
Mr. Kyle Heitkamp, representing the South Tonka Little League (STLL), has submitted an
application for amendments to Shorewood's Zoning Code that would allow advertising signs to
be placed on ball field fences in Freeman Park. You will recall that the Commission reviewed
this proposal on an informal basis at the end of last year. Although the Commission voted
unanimously to not recommend such amendments, the STLL has decided to pursue a formal
application. Staff is therefore routing the application and submission material back to the
Commission for formal recommendation. The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing
on this application on 3 March and will undoubtedly want to hear from the Park Commission.
Attached for your review are the materials submitted by STTL in support of their application.
We have also recopied the material that was sent out for their informal request. As noted in the
Planning memorandum, there are numerous issues to be resolved in the consideration of this
request. Staff will be present at your 10 February meeting to answer questions that you may have
regarding the application and the process. Prior to that meeting, we will be meeting with the City
Attorney to discuss the legal ramifications of making the proposed amendments.
If you have any questions relative to this matter, please do not hesitate to call me on Monday at
952-474-3236 or e-mail me at bnielsen@ci.shorewood.mn.us.
Cc: Kristi Anderson
Twila Grout
Dick Woodruff
Brian Heck
Mary Tietjen
Kyle Heitkamp
I! PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
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ZONING/SUBDIVISION
CITY OF APPLICATION
SHOREWOOD
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD. MINNESOTA SSM • (M) 474-3236
PLANNING AND PROTECTIVE INSPECTIONS
(Please Print or Type)
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Address:
Lot; Block: Subdivision:
P.I.N.:
OWNER � � t_�OC
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APPLICANT
Name: 5 O'
Address:
(Street)
DESCRIPTION AND/OR REASON FOR REQUEST:
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Fax No: 412 - 470 -- 7790
Telephone No: 9S2 - 9 ?4 -Oo2.7 (H)
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ZONING: District: Conforming ❑ Nonconforming ❑
Date Paid: �/ !n 9 Receipt No.: S/7094�
NOTICE: Applicant is hereby. advised, pursuant to
Minn. Stat. §15.99 Subd. 3 (e), that due to public hearing
legal notification requirements and the schedule of
Planning Commission and City Council meetings,
approximately 75 to 120 days will be required to process
this application.
In signing this application, I hereby acknowledge that I
have read and fully understand the applicable provisions
of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances and current
administrative procedures. I further acknowledge the fee
explanation as outlined in the application procedures and
hereby agree to pay all stateme ceived from the City
pertaining to additional appl'ca ' expenses:
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Appl(cant' grtdu re Date
Case No.:
Request
South Tonka Little League (STLL) would like the City of Shorewood to make an ex
ordinance to allow STLL to hang signage on the outfield fences at Freeman Park c
basis.
• Signs would be utilized only three months per year.
• Foliage would be on the trees during the time of use.
• Professionally made signs hung in a professional manner.
o Approximately 3.5' high x 7' wide made of industrial mesh vinyl fa
o Up to 15 signs per field, which would only cover 33% of the outfie
total perimeter fencing) if all 15 are sold. (See attached pictures)
• Guarantees from other youth associations stating they have no desire to
Shorewood parks. (See attached emails)
• STLL is a non-profit organization, so we are not trying to make money frc
Why Does STLL need this?
STLL's goal is to have every player in our community have an opportunity!
wish. Players from other sports are no longer playing due to affordability.
With today's economic struggles, we are anticipating an increase number
assistance.
o Other youth leagues have stated their scholarship requests have
are discussing the need to cap scholarship dollars/requests.
Sponsorship dollars have decreased significantly over the past few years
o Sponsors are less willing to give funds without exposure.
o Other ballparks in the area (Bennett, Legacy, Veterans, St. Boni)
sponsors can get the visibility they are requesting.
o Sponsors are spending their funds in other communities.
o We have had preliminary discussions with local businesses and
STLL with signage included.
How will the Sponsorship dollars be spent?
STLL offers scholarships to families that need assistance.
STLL is trying to keep fees at a level where EVERYONE can play,
Significant repairs are currently needed at the Freeman fields. These a
if STLL doesn't fund the repairs the City will need to complete the repair
partnership with the community, City, and STLL is important.
o STLL spent $13,743.80 in Field Improvements/Maintenance in
o Budget for 2009 season is $17,500.
CommunicationlCommunity Relations
P Requested feedback from STLL community.
® Correspondence with Shorewood Oaks Neighborhood
• Discussion with Doug Dahl of Shorewood Ponds
:ion to its sign
conditional use
fence (or 15% of the
signage in
this request.
play baseball if they
families needing
dramatically and
signage so the
are willing to sponsor
safety related issues, so
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Kyle Heitkamp
From: Kuzma, Frank [FKUZMA@SMURFIT.COM]
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2009 1:16 PM
To: Kyle Heitkamp
Cc: chrislizee@mchsi.com
Subject: FW: Advertising
FYI.
From: Nelson, Dave [mailto:DAVID.NELSON@minnetonka.kl2.mn.us)
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2009 1:10 PM
To: Kuzma, Frank
Subject: Advertising
Frank
The Tonka Football Association (TFA) has no plans to advertise at Badger Field or at any park in Shorewood.
Sincerely,
Dave Nelson
Head Football Coach
Minnetonka High School
10 0
Heitkam
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
FYI - Football to follow.
Kuzma, Frank [FKUZMA@SMURFIT.COMj
Thursday, January 22, 2009 1:06 PM
Kyle Heitkamp
chdslizee@mchsi.com
FW: Signs at Shorewood's Outdoor Rinks
From: Morgansharonm@aol.com [mailto:Morgansharonm@aol.comj
Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2009 6:10 PM
To: Kuzma, Frank
subject: Signs at Shorewood's Outdoor Rinks
Frank,
Minnetonka Youth Hockey Association has no desire to advertise or hang signs at any of
Please let me know if you have any further questions.
Thanks
Sharon Morgan
MYHA President
A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See Yours in just 2 easy sterns!
horewood's outdoor rinks.
CITY OF
SHOREWOOD
5755 Country Club Road • Shorewood, Minnesota 55331 a 952-474-3236
Fax: 952474-0I28 • www.d.shorewood.mn.us • cityhalloaci.shorewood.mn.us
To: Park Commission
From: James Landini — City Engineer 0 k
Date: December 5, 2008
Re: Agenda Item 5 — Review Sign Ordinance
At the last park meeting Mr. Frank Kuzma from South Tonka Little League met with the Park Commission
regarding sponsorships and advertising on one of the ball fields at Freeman Park. The Park Commission
asked if they could see a copy of South Tonka Little Leagues budget, attached is a copy for your review
(attachment A).
The Park Commission asked staff to research other cities ordinances and report back the findings. Staff
asked the following cities if they allowed signage / advertising on their baseball field fences.
City of Plymouth — Their city's sign ordinance prohibits signs attached to fences, including field fences.
City of Woodbury — They currently do not allow advertising on their fences.
City of Edina — They allow sponsor panels and other forms of advertising on scoreboards at their parks.
The sponsor panels and other advertising on the scoreboards need to be integral to the scoreboard and
constructed of the same materials as the scoreboard.
City of St. Bonifacius — Their ordinance does not allow them, however their Council decided to allow
them and they are reviewed at the time of the field use application.
City of Victoria — They currently allow signage on their baseball fields, but do not have any
documentation.
City of Chanhassen — They developed a sign agreement in 2005 (attachment B) with a local athletic
association to allow advertising on their outfield fences at selected park locations. This agreement was
never finalized.
City of Maple Grove — The city has written guidelines for advertising /sponsorships (attachment Q. The
sponsor has to submit a written proposal to the board and if acceptable the city will draft an agreement and
submit to the board for their approval. The areas that are considered for advertising / sponsorship are the
outfield fences, hockey boards and scoreboards.
City of Minnetonka — Attached is the city's ordinance on scoreboards and outdoor advertising for your
review (attachment D).
Also attached is a copy of the City's sign ordinance (attachment E). A memo will be forthcoming from
Planning Director, Brad Nielsen outlining the city's ordinance.
After review and discussion please advise how the Park Commission would like staff to proceed.
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2005 PROPOSAL
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN AND THE CHANHASSEN
ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION GOVERNING THE PROVISION OF DEDICATED
ADVERTISING SIGNAGE AND SCOREBOARD SIGNAGE
I. Field and scoreboard signage shall be placed on the outfield and/or foul fences of ball fields #1, #2, and #3
at Lake Ann Park and ball field 91 Bandimere Park by CAA.
2. For each advertisement sign, the City shall receive a $200 payment for the first year, and $200 in payment
every subsequent year. Additionally, the City will receive $400 in payment for each sign on a scoreboard
and $400 in payment every subsequent year.
3. Signs shall be of uniform size and color scheme.
4. Only commercial signage; excluding alcohol, tobacco and sexually -oriented businesses; is allowed.
5. Signs shall be allowed to be in place from April through October.
6. Sponsorship, promotion, and management of the program shall be the sole responsibility of the.CAA.
7. The signs shall be maintained during the season and stored during the off-season by the CAA.
8. Any damage to the park property caused by the sign program shall be paid for by the CAA.
9. Payments shall be made to the City on July I and November I of each year.
10. This agreement expires on December 31, 2008 and is renewable upon consent by each party.
11. If this agreement is not renewed, the Chanhassen Athletic Association will no longer be held responsible
for subsequent payments to the City.
12. All money collected shall be appropriated for capital improvements to City ball fields including
construction of scoreboards, dugouts, and additional lighting standards. Improvements will only be
initiated when sufficient funds have been collected and with input from the CAA.
CHANHASSEN ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
By
President
QI
Administrator
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
By
Tom Furlong, Mayor
Todd Gerhardt, City Manager
MARKETING/ADVERTISING SPONSORSHIP
General Overview
DELINE
• The Board recognizes that the users of the parks. recreationlprograms and the
Community Center are the same persons many businesses ould like to target
as their advertising audience.
The Board, on a limited basis, will consider revenue resourcf s beyond the
general fund and participation fees, providing it does not co promise the
recreational experience of the visitor.
The Board will consider marketing/advertising sponsorship c pportunities if the
product /service being marketed is compatible with the Boa 's mission. Tobacco
or alcohol products and establishments whose primary prod ict sold is tobacco or
alcohol will not be considered for sponsorships. Special no : Restaurants
selling food and alcohol are eligible for marketing sponsorst ips
• The Board will consider marketingladvertising sponsorshiplfor the enhancement
or operation of the City's recreation programs and facilities.I
• Associations and organizations will be permitted to use Cit4property with
marketing/advertising sponsors only on an event or single t urnament basis.
(See Temporary Sponsorship Guideline).
• Each marketing sponsorship will follow these guidelines, b4 will have unique
characteristics and revenue opportunities; therefore each a reement that is
entered into will need to be approved by the Board.
• This guideline is written for on -going and existing facilities.
campaign program become established, it should have its
This guideline may be expanded to consider additional
current revenue resources become limited.
iuld a capital
fundraising plans.
areas should the
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Marketing/Advertising Sponsorship Guidelines
Page 2
Definitions
Marketing/Advertising Sponsorship — Cash, products and services offered by
sponsors with the clear expectation that an obligation is created. Typically the
obligation would be for the right to display their logo and/or marketing materials
for an extended length of time.
Temporary Sponsorships — Cash, products and services offered by businesses
for a special event in partnership with the Board or offered to another
organization using City property for an event. With this sponsorship, there is a
clear expectation that their logo will be on promotional material and visible at the
event for a limited time. Special note: There is a different guideline written to
address temporary sponsorships.
• Gifts and Donations - Gifts are unrestricted cash to be used as the Park Board
wishes. Donations are restricted cash, product or in -kind services to be used in
specific way. Special note: There is a different guideline written to address gifts
and donations.
Grant - Non-proprietary financial support for a specific project. Grants are
awarded based on competitive applications. Grants usually require specific
criteria and may involve external audits and detailed financial reports. Special
note: There will be a different guideline written to address grant applications.
Implementation of Marketing/Advertising Sponsorships
Should a potential sponsor or marketing agency seek a relationship with the
Parks and Recreation Board, they will be asked to submit a written proposal
outlining the considerations listed herein.
• Staff will draft an agreement with input from the City Attorney.
• Staff will submit the agreement to the Board for formal approval.
Marketing/Advertising Sponsorship Guidelines
Page 3
Considerations for Marketing/Advertising Sponsorship
1. Is the product/service being marketed compatible with the B
2. Is tobacco or alcohol the primary product sold by the potent)
3. Does the size of the display seem appropriate for the intend
4. Are the materials for the display of quality material, sturdy, t
compatible with the surroundings?
5. Who will repair and maintain the display?
6. What is the length of the partnership agreement and how ce
early?
7. Will this agreement be for exclusive rights and not allow oth
have displays?
8. What is the commission fee or anticipated revenue for the E
9. Who will monitor/manage/enforce the partnership agreemei
expectations are being met?
10. Does the display comply with the City Signage Code (Chap
11. Besides a display, what other avenues will this sponsor be
promote their business? For examples flyers, N monitors.
rd's mission?
sponsors?
space?
)btrusive and
it be terminated
like businesses to
to assure all
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to use to
Note: The display is the presentation of the sponsor's logo, ad xt, or picture of
product specifically designed to fit within the area identified. S ould the sponsor be
interested in an exhibit such as a booth to pass out sample prouct or promotional
material, the specific area and timeframe should be addressed in the agreement. It
is recommended to follow the temporary sponsorship guideline for this option.
Areas of the Community Center that will be considered for Sp
1. Ice Arena dasherboards
2. Zamboni
3. Ice Arena - general wall and surface space
4. Ice Arena scoreboard
5. Exclusive private product agreements — such as the cL
6. Existing TV monitors at the front desk and in the Maze
Areas of the park and trail system that will be considered for
1. Outfield fences of ballfields
2. Hockey boards of outdoor rinks
3. Scoreboards at athletic facilities
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Coke agreement.
v area.
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ORDINANCE NO.2006-16
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 300.30
REGARDING SCOREBOARDS AND OUTDOOR ADVERTISING
THE CITY OF MINNETONKA ORDAINS:
Section 1. City Code Section 300.30, Subdivision 2(22) is amended as follows:
22. "Outdoor advertising sign" - any sign whinh that is located outdoors and whigh
that advertises a product, business, service, event, or any other matter whisk; that is not
available, or does not take place, on the same premises as the sign. An outdoor
advertising sign does not include a sign that is not understandable or readable by the
Section 2. Section 300.30, Subdivision 2 (31) is repealed:
Iff"MRsMINN
Section 3. Section 300.30, Subdivision 2, is amended by the addition of a new
paragraph that reads as follows and that is inserted alphabetically, with subsequent
paragraphs renumbered consecutively:
"Scoreboard" — a sign associated with an athletic field that includes information and/or
statistics pertinent to an on -site game or activity and also includes any sponsor or
identification panels.
language is deleted; the single -underlined language is inserted.
ORDINANCE NO. 2006-16 r=
Section 4. City Code Section 300.30, Subdivision 3 (a)(4)(b)(2) is amended as
follows:
2. scoreboards:
a+ —one scoreboard per playing field
square feet in size: and
Me
Section 5. City Code Section 300.30, Subdivision 3 (a)(4)(b)(3) s amended as
follows:
3. athletic field fence panels:
a) athletic field fence panels which contain outdoor ad rtising signs as
defined in this ordinance are prohibited; and
2
b) an advertising fence panel which directly faces the i field and was legally
established prior to the effective date of this ordina a is considered a
legal nonconforming use which may not be altered, nlarged or replaced
by another nonconforming sign except the messag may be changed.
Section 6. A violation of this ordinance is subject to the penaltiks and provisions of
Chapter XIII of the city code.
stricken language is
is inserted.
ORDINANCE NO. 2006-16 Page 3
Section 7. This ordinance is effective immediately.
Adopted by the city council of the City of Minnetonka, Minnesota, on September 11,
2006.
Janis A. Callison, Mayor
ATTEST:
Laura L. Ronbeck, Acting City Clerk
ACTION ON THIS ORDINANCE:
Date of introduction: January 3, 2005
Date of adoption:
September 11, 2006
Motion for adoption:
Schneider
Seconded by:
Allendorf
Voted in favor of:
Allendorf, Callison, Ellingson, Schneider, Thomas, Wiersum
Voted against:
Abstained:
Absent:
Wagner
Ordinance adopted.
Date of publication:
The strisker} language is deleted; the�single underlined language is inserted.
ORDINANCE NO. 2006-16
I certify that the foregoing is a correct copy of an ordinance adopted
of the City of Minnetonka, Minnesota at a regular meeting held on S,
Laura L. Ronbeck, Acting City Clerk
Date:
str+skea language is deleted;
0
the city council
Dmber 11, 2006.
is inserted.
1201.0.,
Zoning Regulations 1201.03
issuance, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Board of Appeals
and Adjustments under the rules and procedures as set forth in § 1201.05
of this chapter.
d. Requirements for conditional use. All transmission pipelines (i.e. pipelines not
required for local distributing network) and overhead transmission and substation
lines in excess of 33 KV shall be a conditional use in all districts subject to the
following procedural requirements:
(1) Prior to the installation of any of the previous essential services, the owner
of the services shall file with the Zoning Administrator, all maps and other
pertinent information as deemed necessary for the City Council to review
the proposed project;
(2) The Zoning Administrator shall transmit the map and accompanying
information to the City Council for its review regarding the project's
relationship to the Comprehensive Plan and parts thereof. A part of this
review shall be a written report from the City Engineer;
(3) The City Council shall hold the necessary public hearings as prescribed by
this chapter for conditional uses;
(4) in considering the applications for the placement of essential services, as
regulated by this subdivision, the City Council shall consider the advice
and recommendations of the city staff and the effect of the proposed
project upon the health, safety and general welfare of the city, existing and
anticipated and the effect of the proposed project upon the Comprehensive
Plan.
Subd.11. Signs.
Purpose. This subdivision is established to protect and promote health, safety,
general welfare and order within the City of Shorewood through the establishmer
of a comprehensive and impartial set of standards, regulations and procedure,
governing the type, numbers, size, structure, location, height, lighting, erection
use and/or display of devices, signs or symbols serving as a visual communicatio-
media to persons situated within or upon public rights -of -way or properties. Th
provisions of this subdivision are intended to encourage opportunity for effectr.
orderly communication by reducing confusion and hazards resulting frog.
unnecessary and/or indiscriminate use of communication facilities.
b. Permitted and prohibited signs.
(1) Permitted signs. The following signs are allowed without a permit, b
shall comply with all other applicable provisions of this chapter:
1201-61
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1201.03
Shorewood - Zoning and Subdivision Regutations
1201.03
(a)
Public signs;
(b)
Address signs;
(c)
Integral signs;
(d)
Every campaign sign must contain the nam
and address of persons
responsible for the sign, and that persons
11 be responsible for its
removal. Signs shall be permitted on eact
lot for a period of 100
days prior to and ten days after an electior.
The city shall have the
right to remove and destroy unsightly sig
Ls or remove signs after
the ten day limit and assess a fee as provi
ed from time to time by
ordinance. Campaign signs shall not be to
ated closer than ten feet
from any street surface and shall not b
placed in front of any
property without the consent of the prop
rty owner;
(e) holiday signs, displayed for a period not 4o exceed 30 days and no
larger than 32 square feet in area; I
(f1 Construction signs. The signs shall be
construction, alteration or repair and sl
years of the date of issuance of the fir
the particular project is completed,
determined by the City Building Offic
sign shall be permitted for each major
sign may exceed 50 square feet;
(g) Real estate sale or rental signs. Signs n
days after sale or rental of property. Sil
than six square feet in Residential Di
square feet in all other districts. There
premises. Corner properties, however,
per frontage, Lakeshore lots may con
front and one facing the lake;
nfined to the site of the
i be removed within two
)uilding permit or when
/hichever is sooner as
or his or her agent. One
eet the project abuts. No
be removed within 14
may not measure more
cts, nor more than 20
dl be only one sign per
y contain two signs, one
t two signs, one in the
(h) Informational/directional signs shall n l be larger than three square
feet and shall conform to the locatio provisions of the specific
district;
(i) Owner -occupant signs. One residents name sign, not to exceed
two square feet in area, identifying o the name of the owner or
occupant of a residential building.
(2) Prohibited signs. The following signs are sp cificaliy prohibited by this
chapter:
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(a) Any sign which obstructs the vision of drivers or pedestrians or
detracts from the visibility of any official traffic -control device;
(b) Any sign which contains or imitates an official traffic sign or
signal, except for private, on -premises directional signs;
(c) Any sign which moves, rotates, has any moving parts or gives the
illusion of motion, except for time and temperature information.
Moving message type signs may be permitted as an exception when
their messages consist primarily of news, public announcements
and the like of a nonadvertising nature;
(d) Except for holiday signs and exceptions provided in provision c.(4)
below, any sign which contains or consists of banners, pennants,
ribbons, streamers, strings of light bulbs, spinners or similar
devices;
(e) Portable signs (except as provided in provision c.(4) below);
(f) Signs which are attached in any manner to trees, fences, utility
poles or other permanent supports;
(g) No sign shall be illuminated with any flashing or intermittent
lights, nor shall it be animated, except for time and temperature
information. All displays shall be shielded to prevent any light to
be directed at on -corning traffic in the brilliance as to impair the
vision of any driver. No device shall be illuminated in a manner
as to interfere with or obscure an official traffic sign or signal. No
light shall be directed onto a lake so as to interfere with navigation
thereon;
(h) Roof signs.
(i) Window signs where the total area of such signs exceeds 10% o:
the total glass area of the window space as viewed from the street,
to a maximum of 20 square feet.
C. General provisions.
(1) All signs shall comply with the Minnesota State Building Code as may be
amended.
(2) When electrical signs are installed, the installation shall be subject to the
State Building Code as may be amended.
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(3) No portion of any sign shall be located within five feet of any property
line. No signs other than governmental signs and po itical campaign signs
as provided in b.(1)(d) of this subdivision shall be a ected or tempora_ily
placed within any street right-of-way or upon public iands or easements or
rights -of -way. Any unauthorized signs located in I ublic right-of-way or
on public property shall be considered abandone I and are subject to
immediate removal and disposal without notice.
(4) The temporary use of signs, searchlights, banners pennants and similar
devices shall require a permit. The permit sh dl be valid for ten
consecutive days. The permit shall be prominent) displayed during the
period of validity. Only two temporary permits m ty be granted for any
property within any 12-month period. Temporary 3igns shall not exceed
32 square feet in area. Any new business th has applied for its
permanent business sign may, at the same time, pply for a temporary
business sign to be displayed for no longer than 30 days, or until the
permanent sign has been erected, whichever come first. The temporary
business sign shall be professionally prepared and hall be no larger than
the approved permanent sign.
(5) No sign or sign structure shall protrude over a public right-of-way.
(6) All signs which require a permit shall display, in I conspicuous maniner,
the owner's name, permit number and date the si n was erected.
(7) All height restrictions on signs shall include heig t of sign structure and
be measured from lot grade.
(S) In the case of a two-faced, freestanding sign, wh{re the two faces of the
sign are parallel and face in opposite directions,lonly one face shall be
used in computing the allowable area of the sign.
(9) Any sign now or hereafter existing which no longe advertises or identifies
a business conducted, service rendered or prod t sold on the premises
shall be removed by the owner, agent or person 1. aving the beneficial use
or control of the building or structure upon whit i the sign may be found
within 60 days from the date of vacancy.
(10) The regulations contained herein shall not apply to traffic signs or the flag,
separate emblem, or insignia of a nation, political unit, school or religious
group, or integral signs. There shall be no mor than one United States
flag and no ore than three other non-comrnerch i flags. Nor shall these
regulations pertain to a sign inside a building, pr vided the sign is at least
three feet in back of the inside of the exterior wal and is readable from the
inside of the building.
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(11) All signs requiring a permit from the city shall be subject to review and
approval by the Zoning Administrator.
Nonconforming signs.
(1) The following are nonconforming signs:
(a) Prohibited signs;
(b) All other signs not prohibited that do not conform to the provisions
of this chapter;
(c) Billboards and advertising signs (except as provided in provision
e.(3)(b) of this subdivision).
(2) Except as provided in paragraph (5) below, all nonconforming and
prohibited signs created by this chapter except those signs exempted by
state statutes (M.S. § 462.357, subd. lc) shall be removed or brought into
conformity with this chapter within the following time periods:
(a) Any sign in violation of prohibited signs: six months from the date
of the enactment of this chapter;
(b) All other nonconforming signs: upon approval of any building
permit, sign permit, or other zoning action.
(3) A nonconforming sign may not be:
(a) Changed to another nonconforming sign;
(b) Structurally altered except to bring into compliance with the
provisions of this chapter;
(c} Expanded;
(d) Reestablished after its removal;
(e) Reestablished after damage of more than 50% of sib replacerr_ert
cost except to bring into compliance.
(4) Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed as relieving the owner or
user of a legal nonconforming sign or owner of the property on which the
legal nonconforming sign is located from the provisions of this subdivision
regarding safety, maintenance and repair of signs contained in subdivision
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I lc; provided, however, that any repainting, cle�
maintenance or repair of the sign or sign structu
sign structure or copy in any way which makes it i
the sign shall lose its legal nonconforming status.
1201.03
ing and other normal
shall not modify the
)re nonconforming or
(5) Notwithstanding provisions to the contrary w thin this subdivision,
nonconforming off site directional signs located tn public rights -of -way
may continue upon a finding by the City Council that:
(a) The sign is reasonably necessary to p vide direction to the
business which is advertised by the sign;
Io
(b) The sign (or a substantially similar pred#cessor) has been at the
ars; I
location for at least 20 ye
(c) The sign has not represented a safety hard or an obstruction to
ordinary roadway maintenance activities
(6) The Council may condition the permission pon the owner of the
establishment entering into an agreement with th city addressing matters,
including liability, indemnity of the city, circums nces calling for removal
of the sign, permit fees and other matters deeme appropriate by the city.
(7) In lieu of permitting the existing sign to remain it its existing location, the
City Council may authorize the location of a sub titute sign in the existing
location or a different location.
e. District regulations. The following sign standards by
signs which require application and permit.
(1) R-IA through R-3B Residential Districts.
(a) Area identification signs (monument ty
each bordering street shall be allowed f
or more units. The sign shall not exceed
shall the sign structure exceed one-half
The signs shall be erected only at the de
not in the public right-of-way, may be
shall not exceed a height of eight feet
district pertain to
only). One sign facing
each development of 20
Z square feet in area, no
the allowable copy area.
:aced street entrar_c.F, 'o ai
idirectly illurair aLed, zrid
)ve grade.
(b) Institution signs. One freestanding sif not to exceed 20 square
feet in area. The freestanding sign maF be indirectly illuminated
and shall not exceed a height of eight feet above grade.
Freestanding signs located adjacent Jo intermediate or minor
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2007 S-2 Repl.
arterial streets, as identified in the Shorewood Comprehensive
Plan, may be internally lit. In addition, one wall sign may be
allowed by conditional use permit, subject to the following:
W The total area of signage, including the wall sign, shall not
exceed 5 % of the building silhouette as viewed from the
street;
The wall sign may be indirectly illuminated.
(c) Park identification signs. One sign facing each bordering street.
The sign shall not exceed 20 square feet in area nor eight feet in
height. The signs may be indirectly illuminated.
(d) Subdivision plat signs. No more than two temporary signs
advertising a new subdivision plat, provided each sign does riot
exceed 32 square feet in area, identifying only the plat in which
they are located, are nonilluminated and are erected only at
dedicated street entrances to the plat. The signs shall be removed
if construction of subdivision improvements is not in progress on
the plat within 60 days following the date of the sign erection or as
soon as 80% of the lots are developed and sold.
(2) R-C Residential/Commercial. Subject to other conditions of this chapter,
the following signs shall be allowed in the R-C District:
(a) Signs are regulated in e.(1) above;
(b) Business signs in the R-C Districts
requirements of § 1201.19 Subd. 8.d.
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shall be subject to the
of this code.
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(3)
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C-1 and C-2 Commercial Districts. Subject to fther conditions of this
chapter, the following signs shall be allowed in th C-1 and C-2 Districts.
(a) Business signs.
(i) The maximum number of signs fc
shall be three except by condition
below. The maximum total area
determined by taking 10 % of the
the front of the building. Where th
a comer lot and thus faces two I
may be counted.
any principal building
use as provided in (c)
for all signs shall be
;ross silhouette area of
principal building is on
blic streets, both sides
(ii) For purposes of determining the g oss area of the silhouette
of the principal building, the silk uette shall be defined as
that area within an outline dTawinj of the principal building
as viewed from the front lot line r from the related public
street(s).
(iii) Each lot will be allowed only on � freestanding sign except
as provided in (c) below.
(b) Advertising signs. Advertising signs allowed, provided the
number and size of the signs shall be subi racted from the allowable
number and size of allowable business si rns provided in (a) above.
In no case shall the area of advertising signs exceed 25% of the
total allowable sign area.
(c) Conditional uses. In the case of a shop
are two or more business uses, a cond
granted to the entire shopping center in
site and signage plan indicating the size
signs. A maximum of 10% of the g
silhouette shall apply to the principal
allowable sign area is distributed amon
the case of applying this conditional
center, the shopping center may ha
identifying the shopping center.
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ing center or where there
tional use permit may be
ccordance with an overall
location and height of all
oss area of the building
building where aggregate
the several businesses. In
use permit to a shopping
e two freestanding signs
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(d) Freestanding signs. Freestanding signs shall not exceed 20 feet in
height or 80 square feet in area. The total area of the sign
structure shall not exceed one-half of the allowable copy area.
(e) Window signs. The total area of window signs shall not exceed
10% of the total area of windows as viewed from the street.
Window signs with lettering exceeding 3.5 inches in height shall
be debited against the total number and area of signs allowed for
the property.
(f) Menu boards. One menu board sign per restaurant use with a
drive -up facility may be allowed in conjunction with a conditional
use permit. The menu board shall not exceed 32 square feet in
area, nor more than eight feet in height, and may be in addition to
the freestanding sign on the property. Lettering size on the menu
board shall not exceed two inches in height.
(4) Signs permitted in the PUD Planned Unit Development District.
(a) Signs permitted in PUDs shall be as approved by the City Council
for each development and shall be consistent with the requirements
for the district most closely associated with each use in the PUD.
(b) For PUDs containing 20 acres or more of land, the city may allow
larger construction signs than those allowed in b.(1)(f) of this
subdivision. In determining the size and allowable area of signs in
a PUD, the city shall take into consideration the functional
classification and designated speed limit of adjacent roads and
potential impact on adjoining residential areas. In no case shall the
total allowable area of construction signs exceed three square feet
for each acre of. land within the PUD. The total area of the sign
shall not exceed 100 square feet and no individual sign shall
exceed 80 square feet.
f. Permit issuance; fees.
(1) No sign shall be erected in the City of Shorewood until a permit to do so
has been approved by the Zoning Administrator and issued by the offi;e
of the Building Official (signs stipulated in b.(I) above shall be exemp'
from this requirement). No permit shall be granted until the necessary fee
has been paid and until the Building Official, or staff representative, has
made a preliminary inspection of the sign before installation and has
ascertained that the sign and method of installation comply with aL
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requirements of this chapter. The Building Of cial may require that
detailed plans and specifications be submitted vith the application if
necessary in his or her judgment. Following p mit issuance and sign
erection, the Building Official shall make a final inspection of the sign,
and if it complies in every respect with the minil ium standards set forth
in this chapter, shall endorse on the permit h s or her certificate of
approval.
(2) Fees:
(a) Payment of fees. The permit fee and o er fees and charges set
forth in this chapter shall be collected by the city before the
issuance of any permits and the Building fficial, or other persons
duly authorized to issue the permit for wl ich the payment of a fee
is required under the provisions of this whapter, may not issue a
permit until the fees shall have been pat .
(b) Double fees. If a person begins work f any kind for which a
permit from the city is required, witl out having secured the
necessary permits therefor, either prev' us to or on the date of
commencement of the work, he or she hall, when subsequently
securing each permit, pay double the fet provided for the permit,
or is subject to the penalty provisions ol this chapter.
(c)
Home occupations.
Initial fees. The City Council shall,
fee schedule by ordinance.
a. Purpose. The primary purpose of this subdivision is
establishment of specific standards and procedures
can be conducted in residential neighborhoods witt
safety and general welfare of the surrounding neighb
that businesses which may be allowed within reside;
an unfair economic advantage over businesses to
business uses. In addition, this subdivision is inter
enabling the distinction between limited home oc
occupations, so that limited home occupations may
within residential zoning.
b. Application. Subject to the nonconforming use F
occupations conducted in the home shall comply
subdivision.
time to time, establish a
provide a means through
which home occupations
tjeopardizing the health,
.00d. It is further intended
1 districts should not gain
-d in districts zoned for
i to provide a mechanism
)ations and special home
allowed as accessory uses
)n of this section, all
the provisions of this
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5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD ^ SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 5533 OreVVO ° .mn.0 474-3236
FAX (952) 474-0126 • www.ci.shorewood.mn.us • cityhall@ci.shorewood.mn.us
MEMORANDUM
T®.
FILE
Park Connnission
F RONI'.
Brad Nielsen
9 December 2008
DATE:
Sighs in City Parks
NO
Zoning (Signs)
The Park Commission has been asked to consider allowing commercial. advertising
siin Freern
gns on the outfielld fechanges to it -ices in sexistingc odes would be necessary tos been
asked to identify
accommodate this activity.
Shorewood's regulations pertaining to signs are found in Section 1201.03 Subd. i 1.
of the City Code (a copy of which has already been provided to you). There are also
definitions
visions of Subdt 111 that would have2tolbe ametided�de. Following are the
Pro
® b,(21(dl prohibits banners except for temporary (10 days at a time) business
enough information at this tone to know what types
signs. Staff does not have
of sig ns are being proposed.
® b.(?1(fl prohibits signs on trees, fences or utility poles.
a restricts signs on public property to governmental signs.
® staff
does not know what types of sips porary business
being p oposed.l0 days). Again
sta
® d. 1 c lists billboards and advertising signs as nonconforming signs. This is
perhaps the most sip iificant revision that would have to occur. Tlne City has
had a long history of phasing out billboards. Tn essence, the proposed signs
n b PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
Memorandum •
Re: Sips in Parks
9 December 2008
differ little from billboards, that is, off -site advertising signs
the City has managed, through its development regulations,
seven billboards that existed over the past 30 years. Thousa
were spent in getting the billboard on County Road 19, at th
removed. In this light it will be extremely important to obtE
from the City Attorney, stating that the amendments necess
in the signs in the parks will in no way jeopardize the City';
prohibiting billboards.
o e. 1 lists signs allowed in residential zoning districts. AdN
not allowed in residential districts. Freeman Park is zoned
residential
With regard to process, the changes referenced above require that
held by the Planning Commission. A public hearing notice must
the official newspaper, at least 10 days in advance of the hearing.
would be mailed to all property owners within 500 feet of the par
the proposed signs would be located.
Obviously, the Planning Conuuission would rely heavily on the
input, as well as public testimony, in making its recornrnendatic
The City Council makes a final decision on the proposed amew
If the Park Commission has any questions or would like addi
relative to this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me at
mail at bnielsen(aci.shorewood.mn.trs.
Cc: Brian Heck
Mary Tietjen
James Landini
Mayor and City Council
Planning Commission
Over the years
eradicate five of
ds of dollars
LRT Trail
a a legal opinion
yto allow signs
approach to
signs are
public hearing be
published in in
he same notice
or parks, in which
Commission's
the Council.
information
74-3236 or by e-
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5755 Country Club Road • Shorewood, Minnesota 55331 •952-474-3236
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To: Park Commission
From: James Landini — City Engineer p-
Date: December 5, 2008
Re: Agenda Item 5 — Review Sign Ordinance
At the last park meeting Mr. Frank Kuzma from South Tonka Little League met with the Park Commission
regarding sponsorships and advertising on one of the ball fields at Freeman Park. The Park Commission
asked if they could see a copy of South Tonka Little Leagues budget, attached is a copy for your review
(attachment A).
The Park Commission asked staff to research other cities ordinances and report back the findings. Staff
asked the following cities if they allowed signage / advertising on their baseball field fences.
City of Plymouth — Their city's sign ordinance prohibits signs attached to fences, including field fences,
City of Woodbury — They currently do not allow advertising on their fences.
City of Edina — They allow sponsor panels and other forms of advertising on scoreboards at their parks.
The sponsor panels and other advertising on the scoreboards need to be integral to the scoreboard and
constructed of the same materials as the scoreboard.
City of St. Bonifacius — Their ordinance does not allow them, however their Council decided to allow
them and they are reviewed at the time of the field use application.
City of Victoria — They currently allow signage on their baseball fields, but do not have any
documentation.
City of Chanhassen — They developed a sign agreement in 2005 (attachment B) with a local athletic
association to allow advertising on their outfield fences at selected park locations. This agreement was
never finalized.
City of Maple Grove — The city has written guidelines for advertising /sponsorships (attachment C). The
sponsor has to submit a written proposal to the board and if acceptable the city will draft an agreement and
submit to the board for their approval. The areas that are considered for advertising / sponsorship are the
outfield fences, hockey boards and scoreboards.
City of Minnetonka — Attached is the city's ordinance on scoreboards and outdoor advertising for your
review (attachment D).
Also attached is a copy of the City's sign ordinance (attachment E). A memo will be forthcoming from
Planning Director, Brad Nielsen outlining the city's ordinance.
After review and discussion please advise how the Park Commission would like staff to proceed.
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2005 PROPOSAL
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN AND THE CHANHASSEN
ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION GOVERNING THE PROVISION OF DEDICATED
ADVERTISING SIGNAGE AND SCOREBOARD SIGNAGE
I. Field and scoreboard signage shall be placed on the outfield and/or f6ul fences of ball fields #1, #2, and 43
at Lake Ann Park and ball field # I Bandimere Park by CAA.
2. For each advertisement sign, the City shall receive a $200 payment for the first year, and $200 in payment
every subsequent year. Additionally, the City will receive $400 in payment for each sign on a scoreboard
and $400 in payment every subsequent year.
3. Signs shall be of uniform size and color scheme.
4. Only commercial signage; excluding alcohol, tobacco and sexually -oriented businesses; is allowed.
5. Signs shall be allowed to be in place from April through October.
6. Sponsorship, promotion, and management of the program shall be the sole responsibility of the CAA.
7. The signs shall be maintained during the season and stored during the off-season by the CAA.
8. Any damage to the park property caused by the sign program shall be paid for by the CAA.
9. Payments shall be made to the City on July 1 and November 1 of each year.
10. This agreement expires on December 31, 2008 and is renewable upon consent by each party.
11. If this agreement is not renewed, the Chanhassen Athletic Association will no longer be held responsible
for subsequent payments to the City.
12. All money collected shall be appropriated for capital improvements to City ball fields including
construction of scoreboards, dugouts, and additional lighting standards. Improvements will only be
initiated when sufficient funds have been collected and with input from the CAA.
CHANHASSEN ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION CITY OF CHANHASSEN
President Tom Furlong, Mayor
By
Administrator Todd Gerhardt, City Manager
MARKETING/ADVERTISING SPONSORSHIP GUIDELINE
General Overview
• The Board recognizes that the users of the parks, recreation programs and the
Community Center are the same persons many businesses would like to target
as their advertising audience.
The Board, on a limited basis, will consider revenue resources beyond the
general fund and participation fees, providing it does not compromise the
recreational experience of the visitor.
The Board will consider marketing/advertising sponsorship opportunities if the
product /service being marketed is compatible with the Board's mission. Tobacco
or alcohol products and establishments whose primary product sold is tobacco or
alcohol will not be considered for sponsorships. Special note: Restaurants
selling food and alcohol are eligible for marketing sponsorships
• The Board will consider marketing/advertising sponsorships for the enhancement
or operation of the City's recreation programs and facilities.
• Associations and organizations will be permitted to use City property with
marketing/advertising sponsors only on an event or single tournament basis.
(See Temporary Sponsorship Guideline).
• Each marketing sponsorship will follow these guidelines, but will have unique
characteristics and revenue opportunities; therefore each agreement that is
entered into will need to be approved by the Board.
• This guideline is written for on -going and existing facilities. Should a capital
campaign program become established, it should have its own fundraising plans.
This guideline may be expanded to consider additional display areas should the
current revenue resources become limited.
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Definitions
• Marketing/Advertising Sponsorship — Cash, products and services offered by
sponsors with the clear expectation that an obligation is created. Typically the
obligation would be for the right to display their logo and/or marketing materials
for an extended length of time.
Temporary Sponsorships — Cash, products and services offered by businesses
for a special event in partnership with the Board or offered to another
organization using City property for an event. With this sponsorship, there is a
clear expectation that their logo will be on promotional material and visible at the
event for a limited time. Special note: There is a different guideline written to
address temporary sponsorships.
• Gifts and Donations - Gifts are unrestricted cash to be used as the Park Board
wishes. Donations are restricted cash, product or in -kind services to be used in
specific way. Special note: There is a different guideline written to address gifts
and donations.
Grant - Non-proprietary financial support for a specific project. Grants are
awarded based on competitive applications. Grants usually require specific
criteria and may involve external audits and detailed financial reports. Special
note: There will be a different guideline written to address grant applications.
Implementation of Marketing/Advertising Sponsorships
• Should a potential sponsor or marketing agency seek a relationship with the
Parks and Recreation Board, they will be asked to submit a written proposal
outlining the considerations listed herein.
• Staff will draft an agreement with input from the City Attorney.
• Staff will submit the agreement to the Board for formal approval.
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Considerations for Marketing/Advertising Sponsorship
1. Is the product/service being marketed compatible with the Board's mission?
2. Is tobacco or alcohol the primary product sold by the potential sponsors?
3. Does the size of the display seem appropriate for the intended space?
4. Are the materials for the display of quality material, sturdy, unobtrusive and
compatible with the surroundings?
5. Who will repair and maintain the display?
6. What is the length of the partnership agreement and how can it be terminated
early?
7. Will this agreement be for exclusive rights and not allow other like businesses to
have displays?
8. What is the commission fee or anticipated revenue for the Board?
9. Who will monitor/manage/enforce the partnership agreement to assure all
expectations are being met?
10. Does the display comply with the City Signage Code (Chapter 24)?
11. Besides a display, what other avenues will this sponsor be able to use to
promote their business? For examples flyers, TV monitors.
Note: The display is the presentation of the sponsor's logo, ad text, or picture of
product specifically designed to fit within the area identified. Should the sponsor be
interested in an exhibit such as a booth to pass out sample product or promotional
material, the specific area and timeframe should be addressed in the agreement. It
is recommended to follow the temporary sponsorship guidelines for this option.
Areas of the Community Center that will be considered for Sponsorships -
I. Ice Arena dasherboards
2. Zamboni
3. Ice Arena - general wall and surface space
4. Ice Arena scoreboard
5. Exclusive private product agreements — such as the current Coke agreement.
6. Existing TV monitors at the front desk and in the Maze Lobby area.
Areas of the park and trail system that will be considered for Sponsorships-
1. Outfield fences of ballfields
2. Hockey boards of outdoor rinks
3. Scoreboards at athletic facilities
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ORDINANCE NO. 2006-16
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 300.30
REGARDING SCOREBOARDS AND OUTDOOR ADVERTISING
THE CITY OF MINNETONKA ORDAINS:
Section 1. City Code Section 300.30, Subdivision 2(22) is amended as follows:
22. "Outdoor advertising sign" - any sign whieh that is located outdoors and whieh
that advertises a product, business, service, event, or any other matter whieh that is not
available, or does not take place, on the same premises as the sign. An outdoor
advertising sign does not include a sign that is not understandable or readable by the
naked eve of an ordinary person with 20/20 vision from property other than where the
sign is located such as from adiacent property or a public street.
Section 2. Section 300.30, Subdivision 2 (31) is repealed:
Section 3. Section 300.30, Subdivision 2, is amended by the addition of a new
paragraph that reads as follows and that is inserted alphabetically, with subsequent
paragraphs renumbered consecutively:
"Scoreboard" — a sign associated with an athletic field that includes information and/or
statistics pertinent to an on -site game or activity and also includes any sponsor or
identification panels.
The s#r+skea language is deleted; the single underlined language is inserted.
ORDINANCE NO 2006-16 Page 2
Section 4. City Code Section 300.30, Subdivision 3 (a)(4)(b)(2) is amended as
follows:
2. scoreboards:
a) —one scoreboard per playing field is allowed if it does not exceed 410
square feet in size except that a playing field with structured seating
capacity for greater than 2000 people may have one or more scoreboards
and the total area of the scoreboard or scoreboards cannot exceed 1000
square feet in size; and with the following maximum slze6i
Section 5. City Code Section 300.30, Subdivision 3 (a)(4)(b)(3) is amended as
follows:
athletic field fence panels:
a) athletic field fence panels which contain outdoor advertising signs as
defined in this ordinance are prohibited; and
b) an advertising fence panel which directly faces the infield and was legally
established prior to the effective date of this ordinance is considered a
legal nonconforming use which may not be altered, enlarged or replaced
by another nonconforming sign except the message may be changed.
Section 6. A violation of this ordinance is subject to the penalties and provisions of
Chapter XIII of the city code.
The stFiGkeR language is deleted; the -single -underlined language is inserted.
ORDINANCE NO 2006-16 Page 3
Section 7. This ordinance is effective immediately.
Adopted by the city council of the City of Minnetonka, Minnesota, on September 11,
2006.
Janis A. Callison, Mayor
ATTEST:
Laura L. Ronbeck, Acting City Clerk
ACTION ON THIS ORDINANCE:
Date of introduction: January 3, 2005
Date of adoption: September 11, 2006
Motion for adoption: Schneider
Seconded by: Allendorf
Voted in favor of: Allendorf, Callison, Ellingson, Schneider, Thomas, Wiersum
Voted against:
Abstained:
Absent: Wagner
Ordinance adopted.
Date of publication:
The stfisken language is deleted; the single -underlined language is inserted.
ORDINANCE NO 2006-16 Page 4
I certify that the foregoing is a correct copy of an ordinance adopted by the city council
of the City of Minnetonka, Minnesota at a regular meeting held on September 11, 2006.
Laura L. Ronbeck, Acting City Clerk
Date:
The striskeR language is deleted; the single -underlined language is inserted.
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issuance, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Board of Appeals
and Adjustments under the rules and procedures as set forth in § 1201.05
of this chapter.
Requirements for conditional use. All transmission pipelines (i.e. pipelines not
required for local distributing network) and overhead transmission and substation
lines in excess of 33 KV shall be a conditional use in all districts subject to the
following procedural requirements:
(1) Prior to the installation of any of the previous essential services, the owner
of the services shall file with the Zoning Administrator, all maps and other
pertinent information as deemed necessary for the City Council to review
the proposed project;
(2) The Zoning Administrator shall transmit the map and accompanying
information to the City Council for its review regarding the project's
relationship to the Comprehensive Plan and parts thereof. A part of this
review shall be a written report from the City Engineer;
(3) The City Council shall hold the necessary public hearings as prescribed by
this chapter for conditional uses;
(h) In considering the applications for the placement of essential services, as
regulated by this subdivision, the City Council shall consider the advice
and recommendations of the city staff and the effect of the proposed
project upon the health, safety and general welfare of the city, existing and
anticipated and the effect of the proposed project upon the Comprehensive
Plan.
Subd. 11. Signs.
a. Purpose. This subdivision is established to protect and promote health, safety,
general welfare and order within the City of Shorewood through the establishment
of a comprehensive and impartial set of standards, regulations and procedures
governing the type, numbers, size, structure, location, height, lighting, erection,
use and/or display of devices, signs or symbols serving as a visual communication
media to persons situated within or upon public rights -of -way or properties. The
provisions of this subdivision are intended to encourage opportunity for effective,
orderly communication by reducing confusion and hazards resulting from
unnecessary and/or indiscriminate use of communication facilities.
b. Permitted and prohibited signs.
(1) Permitted signs. The following signs are allowed without a permit, but
shall comply with all other applicabie provisions of this chapter:
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(a)
Public signs;
(b)
Address signs;
(c)
Integral signs;
(d)
Every campaign sign must contain the nami
and address of persons
responsible for the sign, and that person sh
ill be responsible for its
removal. Signs shall be permitted on eact
lot for a period of 100
days prior to and. ten days after an election
The city shall have the
right to remove and destroy unsightly sigi
s or remove signs after
the ten day limit and assess a fee as provi
d from time to time by
ordinance. Campaign signs shall not be to
ted closer than ten feet
from any street surface and shall not be
placed in front of any
property without the consent of the prope
ty owner;
(e) Holiday signs, displayed for a period not exceed 30 days and no
larger than 32 square feet in area; I
(f) Construction signs. The signs shall be ca
construction, alteration or repair and sha'i
years of the date of issuance of the first
the particular project is completed,
determined by the City Building Official
sign shall be permitted for each major sti
sign may exceed 50 square feet;
(g) Real estate sale or rental signs. Signs n
days after sale or rental of property. Si
than six square feet in Residential Di
square feet in all other districts. There
premises. Corner properties, however,
per frontage. Lakeshore lots may cor
front and one facing the lake;
ifaned to the site of the
be removed within two
uilding permit or when
iichever is sooner as
it his or her agem. D.,e
et the project abuts. No
be removed within 14
may not measure more
:ts, nor more than 20
,11 be only one sign per
contain two signs, one
i two signs, one in the
(h) Informational/directional signs shall not �e larger than three square
feet and shall conform to the location rovis'tons of the specific
district;
(i) Owner -occupant signs. One residential iame sign, not to exceed
two square feet in area, identifying only the name of the owner or
occupant of a residential building.
(2) Prohibited signs. The following signs are spe fically prohibited by this
chapter:
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(a) Any sign which obstructs the vision of drivers or pedestrians or
detracts from the visibility of any official traffic -control device;
(b) Any sign which contains or imitates an official traffic sign or
signal, except for private, on -premises directional signs;
(c) Any sign which moves, rotates, has any moving parts or gives the
illusion of motion, except for time and temperature information.
Moving message type signs may be permitted as an exception when
their messages consist primarily of news, public announcements
and the like of a nonadvertising nature;
(d) Except for holiday signs and exceptions provided in provision c.(4)
below, any sign which contains or consists of banners, pennants,
ribbons, streamers, strings of light bulbs, spinners or similar
devices;
(e) Portable signs (except as provided in provision c.(4) below);
(f) Signs which are attached in any manner to trees, fences, utility
poles or other permanent supports;
(g) No sign shall be illuminated with any flashing or intermittent
lights, nor shall it be animated, except for time and tempera-ure
information. All displays shall be shielded to prevent any light to
be directed at on -coming traffic in the brilliance as to impair the
vision of any driver. No device shall be illuminated in a manner
as to interfere with or obscure an official traffic sign or signal. No
light shall be directed onto a lake so as to interfere with navigation
thereon;
(h) Roof signs.
(i) Window signs where the total area of such signs exceeds 10% of
the total glass area of the window space as viewed from the street,
to a maximum of 20 square feet.
C. General provisions.
(1) All signs shall comply with the Minnesota State Building Code as may be
amended.
(2) When electrical signs are installed, the installation shall be subject to the
State Building Code as may be amended.
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(3) No portion of any sign shall be located within fiv(
line. No signs other than governmental signs and pc
as provided in b.(1)(d) of this subdivision shall be c
placed within any street right-of-way or upon public
rights -of -way. Any unauthorized signs located in
on public property shall be considered abandon
immediate removal and disposal without notice.
(4) The temporary use of signs, searchlights, banners
devices shall require a permit. The permit sl
consecutive days. The permit shall be prominewl;
period of validity. Only two temporary permits rr
property within any 12-month period. Temporary
32 square feet in area. Any new business th
permanent business sign may, at the same time,
business sign to be displayed for no longer than
permanent sign has been erected, whichever come
business sign shall be professionally prepared and
the approved permanent sign.
(5) No sign or sign structure shall protrude over a
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feet of any property
litical campaign signs
rected or tempoi_:.:_
lands or easements or
ublic right-of-way or
d and are subject to
pennants and similar
.11 be valid for ten
dispiayed during the
y be granted for any
igns shall not exceed
has applied for its
pply for a temporary
30 days, or until the
first. The temporary
hall be no larger than
right-of-way.
(6) All signs which require a permit shall display, in conspicuous manner,
the owner's name, permit number and date the sig was erected.
(7) All height restrictions on signs shall include heigl# of sign structure and
be measured from lot grade. I
(8) In the case of a two-faced, freestanding sign, where the two faces of the
sign are parallel and face in opposite directions, Pnly one face shall be
used in computing the allowable area of the sign.
(9) Any sign now or hereafter existing which no longer dvertises or identifies
a business conducted, service rendered or produ sold on the premises
shall be removed by the owner, agent or person ha ving the beneficial use
or control of the building or structure upon which the sign may be found
within 60 days from the date of vacancy.
(10) The regulations contained herein shall not apply to
raffic signs or the flag,
separate emblem, or insignia of a nation, political i
nit, school or religious
group, or integral signs. There shall be no more
han one United States
flag and no ore than three other non-commercial
flags. Nor shall these
regulations pertain to a sign inside a building, pro
ided the sign is at least
three feet in back of the inside of the exterior wall
nd is readable from the
inside of the building.
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01) All signs requiring a permit from the city shall be subject to review and
approval by the Zoning Administrator.
Nonconforming signs.
(1) The following are nonconforming signs:
(a) Prohibited signs;
(b) All other signs not prohibited that do not conform to the provisions
of this chapter;
(c) Billboards and advertising signs (except as provided in provision
e.(3)(b) of this subdivision).
(2) Except as provided in paragraph (5) below, all nonconforming and
prohibited signs created by this chapter except those signs exempted by
state statutes (M.S. § 462.357, subd. lc) shall be removed or brought into
conformity with this chapter within the following time periods:
(a) Any sign in violation of prohibited signs: six months from the date
of the enactment of this chapter;
(b) All other nonconforming signs: upon approval of any building
permit, sign permit, or other zoning action.
(3) A nonconforming sign may not be:
(a) Changed to another nonconforming sign;
(b) Structurally altered except to bring into compliance with the
provisions of this chapter;
(c) Expanded;
(d) Reestablished after its removal;
(e) Reestablished after damage of more than 50% of sign replacernent
cost except to bring into compliance.
(4) Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed as relieving the owner or
user of a legal nonconforming sign or owner of the property on which the
legal nonconforming sign is located from the provisions of this subdivision
regarding safety, maintenance and repair of signs contained in subdivision
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11c; provided, however, that any repainting, cle�
maintenance or repair of the sign or sign structu
sign structure or copy in any way which makes it
the sign shall lose its legal nonconforming status.
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ng and other normal
shall not modify the
re nonconforming or
(5) Notwithstanding provisions to the contrary w1thin this subdivision,
nonconforming off site directional signs located n public rights-af-way
may continue upon a finding by the City Council that:
(a) The sign is reasonably necessary to pi�vide direction to the
business which is advertised by the sign; I
(b) The sign (or a substantially similar pred�Cessor) has been at the
location for at least 20 years; I
(c) The sign has not represented a safety hazard or an obstruction to
ordinary roadway maintenance activities.
(6) The Council may condition the permission on the owner of the
establishment entering into an agreement with the ity addressing matters,
including liability, indemnity of the city, circumst nces calling for removal
of the sign, permit fees and other matters deeme appropriate by the city.
(7) In lieu of permitting the existing sign to remain al its existing location the
City Council may authorize the location of a subs itute sign in the existing
location or a different location.
e. District regulations. The following sign standards by
signs which require application and permit.
(1) R-IA through R-3B Residential Districts.
(a) Area identification signs (monument ty
each bordering street shall be allowed f,
or more units. The sign shall not exceed
shall the sign structure exceed one-half
The signs shall be erected only at the de
not in the public right-of-way, may be
shall not exceed a height of eight feet <
district pertain to
only). One sign facing
:ach development of 20
square feet in area, nor
he allowable copy area.
ited street entrance, but
iirectl-y iilurainated and
ve grade.
(b) Institution signs. One freestanding sig not to exceed 20 square
feet in area. The freestanding sign may a indirectly illuminated
and shall not exceed a height of Ight feet above grade.
Freestanding signs located adjacent tq intermediate or minor
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arterial streets, as identified in the Shorewood Comprehensive
Plan, may be internally lit. In addition, one wall sign may be
allowed by conditional use permit, subject to the following:
(i) The total area of signage, including the wall sign, shall not
exceed 5 % of the building silhouette as viewed from the
street;
(ii) The wall sign may be indirectly illuminated.
(c) Park identification signs. One sign facing each bordering street.
The sign shall not exceed 20 square feet in area nor eight feet in
height. The signs may be indirectly illuminated.
(d) Subdivision plat signs. No more than two temporary signs
advertising a new subdivision plat, provided each sign does not
exceed 32 square feet in area, identifying only the plat in which
they are located, are nonilluminated and are erected only at
dedicated street entrances to the plat. The signs shall be removed
if construction of subdivision improvements is not in progress on
the plat within 60 days following the date of the sign, erection or as
soon as 80% of the lots are developed and sold.
(2) R-C Residential/Commercial. Subject to other conditions of this chapter,
the following signs shall be allowed in the R-C District:
(a) Signs are regulated in e.(I) above;
(b) Business signs in the R-C Districts shall be subject to the
requirements of § 1201.19 Subd. 8.d. of this code.
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(3) C-1 and C-2 Commercial Districts. Subject to they conditions of this
chapter, the following signs shall be allowed in t C-1 and C-2 Districts.
(a) Business signs.
(i) The maximum number of signs
shall be three except by conditic
below. The maximum total ar
determined by taking 10% of tl
the front of the building. Where
a comer lot and thus faces two
may be counted.
r any principal building
d use as provided in (c)
for all signs shall be
gross silhouette area of
: principal building is on
iblic streets, both sides
(ii) For purposes of determining the g oss area of the silhouette
of the principal building, the silk uette shall be defined as
that area within an outline drawin of the principal building
as viewed from the front lot line from the related public
street(s).
(iii) Each lot will be allowed only
as provided in (c) below.
sign except
(b) Advertising signs. Advertising signs ar allowed, provided the
number and size of the signs shall be subt acted from the allowable
number and size of allowable business si s provided in (a) above.
In no case shall the area of advertising igns exceed 25 % of the
total allowable sign area.
(c) Conditional uses. In the case of a shopp
are two or more business uses, a condi
granted to the entire shopping center in a
site and signage plan indicating the size,
signs. A maximum of 10% of the gr
silhouette shall apply to the principal i
allowable sign area is distributed among
the case of applying this conditional i
center, the shopping center may hav(
identifying the shopping center.
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g center or where there
)nal use permit may be
ordance with an overall
)cation and height of all
s area of the building
ilding where aggregate
ie several businesses. In
permit to a shopping
two freestanding signs
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(d) Freestanding signs. Freestanding signs shall not exceed 20 feet in
height or 80 square feet in area. The total area of the sign
structure shall not exceed one-half of the allowable copy area.
(e) Window signs. The total area of window signs shall not exceed
10% of the total area of windows as viewed from the street.
Window signs with lettering exceeding 3.5 inches in height shall
be debited against the total number and area of signs allowed for
the property.
(f) Menu boards. One menu board sign per restaurant use with a
drive -up facility may be allowed in conjunction with a conditional
use permit. The menu board shall not exceed 32 square feet in
area, nor more than eight feet in height, and may be in addition to
the freestanding sign on the property. Lettering size on the menu
board shall not exceed two inches in height.
(4) Signs permitted in the PUD Planned Unit Development District.
(a) Signs permitted in PUDs shall be as approved by the City Council
for each development and shall be consistent with the requirements
for the district most closely associated with each use in the PUD.
(b) For PUDs containing 20 acres or more of land, the city may allow
larger construction signs than those allowed in b.(1)(f) of this
subdivision. In determining the size and allowable area of signs in
a PUD, the city shall take into consideration the functional
classification and designated speed limit of adjacent roads and
potential impact on adjoining residential areas. In no case shall the
total allowable area of construction signs exceed three square feet
for each acre of land within the PUD. The total area of the sign
shall not exceed 100 square feet and no individual sign shall
exceed 80 square feet.
f. Permit issuance; fees.
(1) No sign shall be erected in the City of Shorewood until a permit to do so
has been approved by the Zoning Administrator and issued by the office
of the Building Official (signs stipulated in b.(1) above shall be exempt
from this requirement). No permit shall be granted until the necessary fee
has been paid and until the Building Official, or staff representative, has
made a preliminary inspection of the sign before installation and has
ascertained that the sign and method of installation comply with all
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requirements of this chapter. The Building Oft
detailed plans and specifications be submitted
necessary in his or her judgment. Following pe
erection, the Building Official shall make a final
and if it complies in every respect with the minir
in this chapter, shall endorse on the permit h
approval.
(2) Fees:
(a) Payment of fees. The permit fee and otl
forth in this chapter shall be collected
issuance of any permits and the Building (
duly authorized to issue the permit for wl
is required under the provisions of this
permit until the fees shall have been pai(
(b) Double fees. If a person begins work c
permit from the city is required, with
necessary permits therefor, either previ(
commencement of the work, he or she s
securing each permit, pay double the fee
or is subject to the penalty provisions of
(c)
Home occupations.
Initial fees. The City Council shall,
fee schedule by ordinance.
a. Purpose. The primary purpose of this subdivision is to
establishment of specific standards and procedures by
can be conducted in residential neighborhoods withou
safety and general welfare of the surrounding neighbor]
that businesses which may be allowed within residenth
an unfair economic advantage over businesses locat
business uses. In addition, this subdivision is intende,
enabling the distinction between limited home occur
occupations, so that limited home occupations may be
within residential zoning.
b. Application. Subject to the nonconforming use F
occupations conducted in the home shall comply
subdivision.
.al may require that
th the application if
Lit issuance and sign
spection of the sign,
m standards set forth
or her certificate of
fees and charges set
the city before the
:ial, or other persons
the payment of a fee
)ter, may not issue a
any kind for which a
it having secured the
s to or on the date of
ill, when subsequently
rovided for the permit,
Lis chapter.
to time, establish a
rovide a means through
Lich home occupations
jeopardizing the health,
od. It is further intended
districts should not gain
l in districts zoned for
to provide a mechanism
tions and special home
lowed, as accessory uses
m of this section, all
the provisions of this
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TO:
Park Conunission
FROM:
Brad Nielsen
DATE:
9 December 2009
RE:
Signs in City Parks
FILE NO.
Zoning (Signs)
The Park Commission has been asked to consider allowing conunercial advertising
signs on the outfield fences in certain ballfields in Freeman Park. Staff has been
asked to identify what changes to its existing codes would be necessary to
accommodate this activity.
Shorewood's regulations pertaining to signs are found in Section 1201.03 Subd. 11.
of the City Code (a copy of which has already been provided to you). There are also
definitions relative to signs in Section 1201.02 of the Code. Following are the
provisions of Subd. 11. that would have to be amended:
o MUM prohibits banners except for temporary (10 days at a time) business
signs. Staff does not have enough information at this time to know what types
of signs are being proposed.
® b.(2)(fl prohibits signs on trees, fences or utility poles.
o c. 3 restricts signs on public property to goverrmiental signs.
o L.� limits banners to temporary business signs (maximum 10 days). Again
staff does not know what types of signs are being proposed.
a d. 1 c lists billboards and advertising signs as nonconforming signs. This is
perhaps the most significant revision that would have to occur. The City has
had a long history of phasing out billboards. In essence, the proposed signs
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Memorandum
Re: Sighs in Parks
9 December 2008
differ little from billboards, that is, off -site advertising signs
Over the years
the City has managed, through its development regulations,
o eradicate five of
seven billboards that existed over the past 30 years. Thousa
ids of dollars
were spent in getting the billboard on County Road 19, at th
LRT Trail
removed. In this light it will be extremely important to obt2,n
a legal opinion
from the City Attorney, stating that the amendments necess
y to allow signs
in the signs in the parks will in no way jeopardize the City'
approach to
prohibiting billboards.
a e. 1 lists signs allowed in residential zoning districts. Adv rtising signs are
not allowed in residential districts. Freeman Park is zoned ingle-fancily
residential.
With regard to process, the changes referenced above require that public hearing be
held by the Planning Connnission. A public hearing notice must published in in
the official newspaper, at least 10 days in advance of the hearing. he same notice
would be mailed to all property owners within 500 feet of the park or parks, in which
the proposed signs would be located.
Obviously, the Planning Commission would rely heavily on the P •k Commission's
input, as well as public testimony, in making its recommendation to the Council.
The City Council makes a final decision on the proposed amends nts.
If the Park Commission has any questions or would like addi
relative to this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me at
mail at bnielsenQci.shorewood.mn.us.
Cc: Brian Heck
Mary Tietjen
James Landini
Mayor and City Council
Planning Commission
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