Lakeland DRC Minutes

DRC April Meeting Minutes 2011

2011-05-11T11:46:00.000-07:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 2011, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:36 PM by Chairman Sal Feraci.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Present
Shirlee Clark Present
Jerry James Present
Melissa Smithmier Present (via phone)
Bill Rose Present
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present
C) Salvador Feraci Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Curt Pierce, Flemming & Associates (Senior Center)
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Emily Boswell, Staff Engineer
Don Barber, Board of Commissioners

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Rose moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of March 08, 2011.

Mrs. Abbott seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Action on building elevations for the proposed Lakeland Senior Center located in IH Managerial Park.
Commissioner Tompkins moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. Rose seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

Mr. James moved to approve the building elevations for the Lakeland Senior Center as submitted.

Mrs. Abbott seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a wall sign for Rockstar Tan and Spa located at 9020 Highway 64 Suite 104.
Mrs. Abbott moved to approve the wall sign for Rockstar Tan and Spa as submitted.

Mr. Rose seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

2. Action on fencing at Cool Springs Park.
Ms. Clark moved to approve the fence and removable bollards for Cool Springs Park.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Report on off-premise directional signs.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mrs. Abbott moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against. The meeting was adjourned at 6:58 PM, Tuesday, April 12, 2011.

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Jerry James, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on May 10, 2011.

DRC February Meeting Minutes 2011

2011-04-14T10:53:00.000-07:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 08, 2011, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Sal Feraci.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Present
Shirlee Clark Absent (excused)
Jerry James Present
Melissa Smithmier Present
Bill Rose Present
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Absent (excused)
(C) Salvador Feraci Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Rose moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of January 11, 2011.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS:
Public comments were heard from the following:
Mr. Bill Morgan, of 9569 Sequoia Point Cove, expressed his concerns of illegal signs and the visibility of shopping center signs and other alternatives that are available that would be functional.

Mr. John Brown, of 4046 Loch Louise Point, expressed his concerns of illegal signs and the time frame of when the signs would be brought into compliance.

V. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion regarding shopping center signs.
A presentation was given by Mr. Jim Atkinson, Planning Director. Discussion only, no action was taken.

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a wall sign for Enterprise Car Rental located at 9160 Highway 64 Suite 1.
Mr. Rose moved to approve the wall sign for Enterprise Car Rental as submitted.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5 in favor 0 against.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Rose moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mrs. Abbott seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5 in favor 0 against. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 PM, Tuesday, February 08, 2011.
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___________________________
Jerry James, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on March 8, 2011.

DRC March Meeting Minutes 2011

2011-04-14T10:49:00.000-07:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MARCH 08, 2011, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:35 PM by Chairman Sal Feraci.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Present
Shirlee Clark Present
Jerry James Present
Melissa Smithmier Absent (excused)
Bill Rose Present
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present
(C) Salvador Feraci Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director
Don Barber, Board of Commissioners

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Rose moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of February 08, 2011.

Mrs. Abbott seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS:
Public comments were heard from the following:
Mr. and Mrs. Rusty & Vicki Glass of 9664 White Spruce Drive expressed their concerns of temporary signs for open house placed on private property being removed by the city. They also asked the board to address the issue with something in writing that would be clear and good for the citizens.

Commissioner Don Barber stated that there might be a way to regulate temporary signs without getting into content issues which is what the city attorney was really avid about.

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on landscaping, lighting, and building elevations for the proposed Lakeland Senior Center located in IH Managerial Park.
Commissioner Tompkins moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. Rose seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

Mr. James moved to approve the landscape, irrigation, and electrical plan for the Senior Center dated January 2011 with staff recommendations and the addition of lighting the center isle. The DRC also request the designer bring back different options for the east elevation with examples of different stone features, set backs, adding the missing door and a color board.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

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VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Ms. Clark moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mr. Rose seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against. The meeting was adjourned at 7:33 PM, Tuesday, March 08, 2011.

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Jerry James, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on April 12, 2011.

DRC January Meeting Minutes 2011

2011-02-09T09:02:00.000-08:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2011, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Commissioner Cecil Tompkins.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Absent (excused)
Shirlee Clark Present
Salvador Feraci Present
Jerry James Present
Melissa Smithmier Present
Bill Rose Present
(C) Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director

Election of Officers:
Commissioner Tompkins opened the floor for nominations of Chairman.

Ms. Clark nominated Mr. Salvador Feraci.

With no further nominations being offered the nominations were closed and Mr. Feraci was declared Chairman by acclamation.

The floor was opened for nominations of Vice-Chairman.

Mr. James nominated Mr. Bill Rose.

With no further nominations being offered the nominations were closed and Mr. Rose was declared Vice-Chairman by acclamation.

The floor was opened for nominations of Secretary.

Mr. Feraci nominated Mr. Jerry James for Secretary.

With no further nominations being offered the nominations were closed and Mr. James was declared Secretary by acclamation.

Commissioner Tompkins turned the meeting over to Chairman Feraci.

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Ms. Clark moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of December 14, 2010.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a wall sign for Tan-N-Go located at 9160 Highway 64.
Ms. Clark moved to approve the wall sign for Tan-N-Go as recommended.

Mr. Rose seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Rose moved to adjourn the meeting.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

The meeting was adjourned at 6:48 PM, Tuesday, January 11, 2011.

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Jerry James, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on February 08, 2011.

DRC December Meeting Minutes 2010

2011-02-08T09:22:00.000-08:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Salvador Feraci.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Present
Shirlee Clark Present
Jerry James Present
Jeffery Moder Present
Bill Rose Present (at 6:45 PM)
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present
(C) Salvador Feraci Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Chris Haskins, Frank Balton & Co. (Vitamin World)
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director Gary Lubin, Makowsky-Ringel-Greenberg

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Moder moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of November 09, 2010.

Mrs. Abbott seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a wall sign for Vitamin World located at 3570 Canada Road within the Lakeland Annex Building.
Commissioner Tompkins moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. Moder seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

Mr. Moder moved to approve the wall sign for Vitamin World.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

2. Action on a sign plan amendment for the Shops of Country Bridge located at 8950 Highway 64.
Mr. Moder moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. Rose seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against. (Mr. James included in vote, present at 6:45 PM)

Mr. Rose moved to approve the requested amendment to the sign plan for the Shops of Country Bridge as recommended by staff. (See attachment for copy of staff report)

Mr. Moder seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Moder moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mrs. Abbott seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 PM, Tuesday, December 14, 2010.

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Jerry James, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on January 11, 2011.

DRC November Meeting Minutes 2010

2010-12-15T13:35:00.000-08:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
(Held in conjunction with the Natural Resources Board)
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 09, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Salvador Feraci.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Present
Shirlee Clark Present
Jerry James Present
Jeffery Moder Present
Bill Rose Absent (excused)
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present
(C) Salvador Feraci Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Carl Sohns, Natural Resources Board
Randy Nicholson, Vice-Mayor Tony Neri, Natural Resources Board
J Higbee, Growth Management Director Jim Schultz, Natural Resources Board
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director
Eric Bridges, Natural Resources Director

The order of business was changed by unanimous consent.

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Presentation by Guest Speaker: Bart Jones “Gardening with Tennessee Natives”.
Discussion only, no action was taken. (The two boards disbanded immediately after the presentation)

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Moder moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of September 14, 2010.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Moder moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:24 PM, Tuesday, November 09, 2010.

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Jeff Moder, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on December 14, 2010.

DRC August Meeting Minutes 2010

2010-09-22T07:07:00.001-07:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Salvador Feraci.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Absent (excused)
Shirlee Clark Present
Jerry James Present
Jeffery Moder Absent (excused)
Bill Rose Present
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present
(C) Salvador Feraci Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Pete Patel, Motel 6
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director Robin Patel, Motel 6
J Higbee, Growth Management Director Bill Morgan, 9565 Sequoia Point Cv.

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Rose moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of May 11, 2010.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS:
Public comments were heard from the following:

Mr. Bill Morgan of 9565 Sequoia Point Cove expressed his concerns regarding placement of signs within inches of an entire glass area and wood signage. He also requested the board to address the “Reports on Illegal Signs” on the Agenda. (See Attachment A for copy of handout from Mr. Morgan)

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a Sign Permit Application for Motel 6 located at 9822 Huff n Puff Road.
Mr. Rose moved to approve the principal ground sign for Motel 6 as presented in the sign permit application and that the landscaping be done concurrent with the sign installation to be approved by staff. (See Attachment B)

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5 in favor 0 against.

Ms. Clark moved to postpone action on the wall sign until the changeable copy portion of the sign is removed.

Mr. Rose seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5 in favor 0 against.

2. Presentation regarding Shopping Center Signs.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

Public comments were heard from the following:

Mr. Bill Morgan stated that “we want to support our business, but too many signs add clutter and there are many alternatives than using too much signage. The Germantown concept is preferable rather than being just another Memphis”.

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VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Rose moved to adjourn the meeting.

Commissioner Tompkins seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 4 in favor 0 against. (Ms. Clark was excused at 7:40 PM)

The meeting was adjourned at 7:50PM, Tuesday, August 10, 2010.

___________________________
Jeff Moder, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on September 14, 2010.

DRC May Meeting Minutes 2010

2010-09-22T07:05:00.001-07:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MAY 11, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:35 PM by Chairman Salvador Feraci.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Present
Shirlee Clark Present
Jerry James Present
Jeffery Moder Present
Bill Rose Present
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present
(C) Salvador Feraci Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Will Griffin, Herons Ridge S/D
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director Cory Brady, Integrated Land Solutions
Eric Bridges, Natural Resources Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Moder moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of April 13, 2010.

Mr. Rose seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a Permit Application for Salon Allure for installation of a wall sign.
Commissioner Tompkins moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. Moder seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

Mr. Rose moved to approve the permit application for Salon Allure wall sign. (See Attachment A)

Mr. Moder seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

2. Action on a Landscape Plan for Herons Ridge Section “B”.
Mr. Moder moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

For the record: Chairman Feraci stated he wanted to recuse himself on this item.

Mr. Rose moved to approve the landscape plan for Herons Ridge Section “B” as recommended by staff and recommend staff follow up to make sure that the plan is complied with. (See Attachment B)

Mr. Moder seconded the motion.

Motion passed, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against and 1 recusal.

3. Action on a Landscape Plan and Principal Ground Sign for Lakeland City Hall.
Mr. Rose moved to suspend the rules.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.
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Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

Mr. Moder moved to approve the landscaping for the City Hall parking lot expansion as depicted in the landscape plan. (See Attachment C)

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

Ms. Clark moved to waive the requirement for permanent irrigation based on the criteria required in Title 14-921(3) of the Municipal Code.

Mr. Moder seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

Mr. James moved to approve a principal ground sign for City Hall as depicted in the landscape plan page 5, contingent on the following:
a. Seasonal color shall be added to the landscaping shown at the base of the sign.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Rose moved to adjourn the meeting.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35PM, Tuesday, May 11, 2010.

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Jeff Moder, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on August 10, 2010.

DRC April Meeting Minutes 2010

2010-06-07T12:29:00.000-07:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Salvador Feraci.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Present
Shirlee Clark Present
Jerry James Present
Jeffery Moder Present
Bill Rose Present
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present
(C) Salvador Feraci Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Moder moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of March 09, 2010.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion regarding possible DRC meeting date change.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Moder moved to adjourn the meeting.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0. The meeting was adjourned at 6:40PM, Tuesday, April 13, 2010.

___________________________
Jeff Moder, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on May 11, 2010.

DRC March Meeting Minutes 2010

2010-06-07T12:22:00.000-07:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MARCH 09, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Salvador Feraci.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Present
Shirlee Clark Present
Jerry James Present
Jeffery Moder Present
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present
(C) Salvador Feraci Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Bill Morgan, 9569 Sequoia Point
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Ms. Clark moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of January 12, 2010.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS:
Mr. Bill Morgan of 9569 Sequoia Point Cove stated it is the City’s Staff responsibility to review an application for any technical problems or errors, and the board being the gatekeepers for the aesthetic values of the community that they represent, determines if it meets the specification of the Ordinance. The applicant should provide evidence to prove that the sign is the size that they say it is. He requested the Walgreen sign be turned down until it can be verified or approved contingent on the supporting documentation and as a citizen he was asking for accountability. (See Attachment A for copy of document submitted by Mr. Morgan and Attachment B for Staff Report)

V. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Action on a Sign Permit Application for Walgreens located at 2960 Canada Road.
Mr. Moder moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

Ms. Clark moved to approve the sign permit for Walgreens.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, roll call vote, 6 in favor 0 against.
Abbott Yea
Clark Yea
James Yea
Moder Yea
Tompkins Yea
(C) Feraci Yea

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners for amendments to the Sign Ordinance and Fence Ordinance regarding the appeal process.
Mr. Moder moved to suspend the rules.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.
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Mr. Moder moved to recommend to the Board of Commissioner approval of the amendments described in Exhibit “A”. (See Attachment C)

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Chairman Feraci moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mr. Moder seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0. The meeting was adjourned at 6:47PM, Tuesday, March 09, 2010.

___________________________
Jeff Moder, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on April 13, 2010.

DRC January Meeting Minutes 2010

2010-03-30T07:21:00.000-07:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2010, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Commissioner Cecil Tompkins.

II. ROLL CALL:
Celia Abbott Present (at 6:40 pm)
Shirlee Clark Present
Lewis Cornett Absent (excused)
Salvador Feraci Present
Jerry James Present
Jeffery Moder Present
(C) Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Bill Morgan, 9569 Sequoia Point
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director Shannon Abdol, Galleria Car Wash

• Election of Officers:

Commissioner Tompkins opened the floor for nomination of Chairman.

Mr. Moder nominated Mr. Salvador Feraci.

With no other nominations being offered Mr. Feraci was appointed Chairman by acclamation.

The floor was opened for nomination of Vice-Chairman.

Mr. Feraci nominated Mr. Jerry James.

With no other nominations being offered Mr. James was appointed Vice-Chairman by acclamation.

The floor was opened for nomination of Secretary.

Ms. Clark nominated Mr. Jeffery Moder.

Mr. Moder nominated Ms. Shirlee Clark.

Nomination of Mr. Jeffery Moder for Secretary passed, roll call vote, 4 in favor and 1 against.
Clark yea
Feraci yea
James yea
Moder nay
(C) Tompkins yea

The meeting was turned over to Chairman Feraci.

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Moder moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of December 08, 2009 as written.

Commissioner Tompkins seconded the motion.

Motion passed, voice vote, 5 in favor 0 against. (Member present at 6:40 PM not included in vote)

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS:
Mr. Bill Morgan of 9569 Sequoia Point, stated that the temporary sign for the Galleria Car Wash should be discontinued because as a tenant of the Kroger Shopping Center, they have equal status as the other tenants and do not have any unique conditions that warrant a temporary sign. He also stated the Walgreen Sign Permit would exceed the maximum amount allowed and questioned the method of measurement due to a conflict in the ordinance with the legal language verse the illustration.

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V. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Action on a landscaping plan for the Canada Road right-of-way south of Interstate 40 as part of a project to construct a bike and pedestrian path.
Mr. Moder moved to postpone this item indefinitely.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a Sign Permit Application for Walgreens located at 2960 Canada Road.
Mr. Moder moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

Mr. Moder moved to postpone this item indefinitely.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

2. Action on a request to extend a variance for a temporary sign at the Galleria Car Wash located at 8990 Highway 64.
Mr. Moder moved to suspend the rules.

Ms. Clark seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

For the record: Mr. Morgan stated he had spoke in opposition to this due to a misunderstanding from Shelby Register Office and in view of the fact, that the Galleria Car Wash was a separate parcel with no road frontage and not part of the Kroger Shopping Center, he had no objections to the extension but doubted if there was a solution.

Mr. Moder moved to extend the previous variance for the temporary sign at the Galleria Car Wash for 180 days.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

3. Presentation and discussion regarding the fence ordinance.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

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IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Moder moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mr. James seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40PM, Tuesday, January 12, 2009.

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Jeff Moder, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on March 9, 2010.

DRC December Meeting Minutes 2009

2010-01-20T12:19:00.000-08:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 08, 2009, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Lewis Cornett Present
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present
Heidi Verbeek Present
Salvador Feraci Present
(C) Jeffery Moder Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, Mark & Rebecca Geller, 10384 Juniper Creek Dr.
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director Isabel Ritch, Fisher & Arnold
Eric Bridges, Natural Resources Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mrs. Anderson moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of November 10, 2009 as written.

Mr. Feraci seconded the motion.

Motion passed, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Action on an appeal of a staff interpretation regarding the denial of a fence permit for the property located at 10384 Juniper Creek Drive.
Mrs. Anderson moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. Feraci seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

Mr. Feraci moved to deny the appeal based on staff’s interpretation of city code.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

Mr. Feraci moved to draft a letter to the MPC that would outline reasons to consider changes to the Fence Ordinance with regards to the following issues:
1. Line of sight.
2. Streetscape road type concerns as addressed in the existing ordinance.

Ms. Verbeek seconded the motion.

Motion passed, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a landscaping plan for the Canada Road right-of-way south of interstate 40 as part of a project to construct a bike and pedestrian path.
Chairman Moder moved to postpone this item to the next meeting.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5 in favor 0 against. (Ms. Verbeek was excused at 7:45 PM, not included in vote)

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VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Chairman Moder moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mr. Feraci seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:07PM, Tuesday, December 08, 2009.

___________________________
Jeff Moder, Chairman

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

DRC November Meeting Minutes 2009

2010-01-06T12:41:00.000-08:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Lewis Cornett Present
Comm. Cecil Tompkins Present
Heidi Verbeek Present
Salvador Feraci Present
(C) Jeffery Moder Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, Mark & Rebecca Geller, 10384 Juniper Creek Dr.
Jim Atkinson, Planning Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Cornett moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of October 13, 2009 as written.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on an appeal of a staff interpretation regarding the denial of a fence permit for the property located at 10384 Juniper Creek Drive.
Mr. Feraci moved to suspend the rules.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

Ms. Verbeek moved to postpone this item to the December 8, 2009 meeting, to allow time to receive the City Attorney’s opinion.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6 in favor 0 against.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Feraci moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:20PM, Tuesday, November 10, 2009.

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___________________________
Heidi Verbeek, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on December 8, 2009.

DRC August 2009 Meeting Minutes

2009-09-10T09:52:00.000-07:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
6:30 PM City Hall

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Lewis Cornett Absent (excused)
Salvador Feraci Present
Comm. Clark Plunk Absent (excused)
Cecil Tompkins Present
Heidi Verbeek Present
(C) Jeffery Moder Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Clarence Johnson, Peck Signs & Spectacular Graphics
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
No action was taken.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a Sign Permit Application for Scottish Inns and Suites located at 9822 Huff n Puff Rd.
Mr. Tompkins moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. Feraci seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

Mr. Feraci moved to approve the wall sign, incidental sign, and the monument sign for Scottish Inns and Suites contingent on the following:
1. The existing pylon sign shall be removed no later than the completion of installation of the new
signs.
2. The color of the brick shall match the lighter color brick on the existing building.

Mrs. Verbeek seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Feraci moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

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Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0. The meeting was adjourned at 6:45PM, Tuesday, August 11, 2009.

___________________________
Heidi Verbeek, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

DRC April Meeting Minutes 2009

2009-09-10T09:47:00.000-07:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
6:30 PM City Hall

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Lewis Cornett Present
Salvador Feraci Present
Comm. Clark Plunk Present
Cecil Tompkins Present
Heidi Verbeek Present
(C) Jeffery Moder Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Amir Abdol, Galleria Car Wash
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director Melvin Negelein, Gateway Tires

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
No action was taken.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:

1. Action on a request to construct a wall at Gateway Tires located at 9750 Highway 64

Mr. Tompkins moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. Feraci seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

Mr. Tompkins moved to approve the wall for Gateway Tires as proposed

Mr. Feraci seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

2. Action on a request to allow a temporary sign for the Galleria Car Wash located at 8990 Highway 64.

Mr. Mr. Feraci moved to approve a variance for the Galleria Car Wash to allow a temporary sign with the following conditions:
• The sign shall be located on private property and shall not be located within the required sight triangle of the Country Bridge Center entrance drive.
• The temporary sign shall be allowed for 180 days, but may be extended to coincide with adoption of Sign Ordinance amendments if necessary.

Mrs. Verbeek seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:

Mr. Feraci moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 PM.

___________________________
Heidi Verbeek, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

DRC May Meeting Minutes 2009

2009-09-10T09:41:00.000-07:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
6:30 PM City Hall

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Lewis Cornett Present
Salvador Feraci Absent (excused)
Comm. Clark Plunk Absent (excused)
Cecil Tompkins Present
Heidi Verbeek Present
(C) Jeffery Moder Present

Others present:
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
No action was taken.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:

1. Discussion regarding the new land development regulations – Building Types.

Discussion only – no action was taken

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:

Mr. Cornett moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 PM.

___________________________
Heidi Verbeek, Secretary

ATTEST:

____________________________
Sontidra Thomas, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on September 08, 2009.

DRC October Meeting Minutes

2008-11-19T09:36:00.000-08:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Salvador Feraci Present
Chad Maxwell Absent
Cecil Tompkins Present
Heidi Verbeek Present
Comm. Gerrit Verschuur Present (via phone)
(C) Jeff Moder Present

Others present:
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Tompkins moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of August 12, 2008 as submitted.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

With no objections the minutes were approved.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion regarding new state legislation concerning DRC appeals and DRC appointments.
Mr. Tompkins moved to suspend the rules.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

With no objections the rules were suspended.

Discussion only, no action was taken.

2. Discussion regarding removal of nonconforming signs.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Tompkins moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

With no objections the meeting was adjourned at 6:55 PM, Tuesday, October 14, 2008.

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Chad Maxwell, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on November 18, 2008.

DRC August Meeting Minutes

2008-11-19T09:32:00.000-08:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, August 12, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Salvador Feraci Absent (excused)
Chad Maxwell Present
Cecil Tompkins Present
Heidi Verbeek Present
Comm. Gerrit Verschuur Present (via phone)
(C) Jeff Moder Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Dede Malmo, Canada Woods Commercial
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Tompkins moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of July 08, 2008 as submitted.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS: (The order of business was changed by unanimous consent)
2. Action on a Sign Plan and Monument signs for the Corner Shops of Canada Road located on the northwest corner of Canada Road and Highway 64.
Mr. Tompkins moved to suspend the rules

Mr. Maxwell seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

Mr. Tompkins moved to approve the sign plan for the Corner Shops of Canada Road as attached in Exhibit “A”. (See Attachment A)

Mr. Maxwell seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

Commissioner Verschuur moved to deny the request for monument signage as depicted in the color rendering (labeled “Proposed Tenant Sign”) because the proposed height is greater than the maximum height permitted in the Sign Ordinance. (See Attachment B)

Mr. Tompkins seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

1. Action on a Sign Permit Application for the Greater Bush Grove Church located at 9427 Memphis-Arlington Road.
Mrs. Anderson moved to suspend the rules.

Mrs. Verbeek seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

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Commissioner Verschuur moved to approve the monument sign for the Greater Bush Grove Church contingent upon the following:
1. The existing pylon sign will be removed no later than the completion of construction of the new sign.
2. The sign shall be landscaped using seasonal color and native Hollies in accordance with the Sign Ordinance. The proposed Japanese Hollies shall be removed from the plan and replaces with a native species.

Mr. Tompkins seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mrs. Verbeek moved to adjourn the meeting.

Mr. Tompkins seconded the motion.

With no objections the meeting was adjourned at 6:55 PM, Tuesday, August 12, 2008.

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Chad Maxwell, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on October 14, 2008.

DRC May Meeting Minutes

2008-07-18T06:55:00.000-07:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Salvador Feraci Absent (excused)
Chad Maxwell Present
Cecil Tompkins Absent (excused)
Heidi Verbeek Present
Comm. Gerrit Verschuur Present
(C) Jeff Moder Present

Others present:
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director

• Election of Vice Chair
This item was postponed to the next regular meeting.

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
The regular meeting minutes of April 08, 2008 were approved as presented with no objections.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Staff Presentation regarding Landscape Design Concepts.
Presentation and discussion only, no action was taken.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 PM, Tuesday, May 13, 2008.

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Chad Maxwell, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on June 10, 2008.

DRC June Meeting Minutes

2008-07-18T06:38:00.000-07:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
June 10, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Commissioner Gerrit Verschuur.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Salvador Feraci Present
Chad Maxwell Absent (excused)
Cecil Tompkins Present
Heidi Verbeek Present
Comm. Gerrit Verschuur Present
(C) Jeff Moder Absent (excused)

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Dick Leike, Canada Woods Commercial
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director Doug Burris, Renaissance Group (CWC)
Eric Bridges, Natural Resources Director Rodney Joyner, ETI, Inc. (Regions Bank)

Election of Vice-Chair:
Commissioner Verschuur opened the floor for nominations of Vice-Chair.

Mr. Tompkins nominated Mr. Salvador Feraci.

With no other nominations being offered Mr. Feraci was declared Vice-Chair.

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
The regular meeting minutes of May 13, 2008 were approved as presented with no objections.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on Site Plan Elements for Canada Woods Commercial.
Mr. Tompkins moved to suspend the rules.

Mrs. Verbeek seconded the motion.

Motion passed, voice vote, 4 in favor 0 against 1 pass.

For the record: Mr. Feraci recused himself on this matter.

Public comments were heard from the following:
Mr. Terry Templeton of 3168 Nova Scotia Lane expressed his concerns of fencing and buffering.

Mr. Tompkins moved to approve the Site Plan Elements for Canada Woods Commercial with conditions.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Mr. Tompkins moved that the maximum height for pole-mounted lights shall be 20 feet and that a revised photometric plan be submitted to staff.

Mrs. Verbeek seconded the motion.

Motion passed, roll call vote, 4-0 and 1 pass.
Anderson Yea
Feraaci Pass
Tompkins Yea
Verbeek Yea
(C) Verschuur Yea

Mr. Tompkins moved to approve the architectural changes as per the revised rear elevations II, dated 6/10/08 as submitted.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed, roll call vote, 4-0 and 1 pass.
Anderson Yea
Feraaci Pass
Tompkins Yea
Verbeek Yea
(C) Verschuur Yea

Mr. Tompkins moved to rearrange the existing plants shown on the plan on the west side of the building to fill the gaps as per staff recommendation.

Mrs. Verbeek seconded the motion.

Motion passed, roll call vote, 4-0 and 1 pass.
Anderson Yea
Feraaci Pass
Tompkins Yea
Verbeek Yea
(C) Verschuur Yea

Commissioner Verschuur moved that due to site restrictions, the DRC does not require the 50% coverage of foundation planting on the east south side of the building.

Mrs. Anderson seconded the motion.

Motion passed, roll call vote, 4-0 and 1 pass.
Anderson Yea
Feraaci Pass
Tompkins Yea
Verbeek Yea
(C) Verschuur Yea

Commissioner Verschuur moved that the applicant and the city shall agree on a soil amendment plan and submit it to the DRC for approval.

Mrs. Verbeek seconded the motion.

Motion passed, roll call vote, 4-0 and 1 pass.
Anderson Yea
Feraaci Pass
Tompkins Yea
Verbeek Yea
(C) Verschuur Yea

Main motion to approve the Site Plan Elements for Canada Woods Commercial with conditions passed, roll call vote, 4-0 and 1 pass.
Anderson Yea
Feraaci Pass
Tompkins Yea
Verbeek Yea
(C) Verschuur Yea

2. Action on Site Plan Elements for Regions Bank.
Mr. Feraci moved to suspend the rules.

Mr. Tompkins seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

Mr. Feraci moved to postpone this item definitely to the next regular meeting.

Mrs. Verbeek seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

3. Presentation regarding Reading and Interpreting Landscape Plans.
Commissioner Verschuur moved to postpone this item definitely to the next regular meeting.

Mr. Tompkins seconded the motion.

Motion passed unanimously, roll call vote, 5-0.
Anderson Yea
Feraaci Yea
Tompkins Yea
Verbeek Yea
(C) Verschuur Yea

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 8:47 PM, Tuesday, June 10, 2008.

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Chad Maxwell, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on July 8, 2008.

DRC April Meeeting Minutes

2008-05-14T07:33:00.000-07:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, April 08, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Absent (excused)
Connie Hess Present
Chad Maxwell Present
Cecil Tompkins Present
Heidi Verbeek Present
Comm. Gerrit Verschuur Present
(C) Jeff Moder Present

Others present:
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
The regular meeting minutes of March 12, 2008 were approved as presented with no objections.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Presentation and Discussion regarding the new Zoning and Subdivision Regulations Project.
Presentation and discussion only, no action was taken.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 PM, Tuesday, April 08, 2008.

___________________________¬
Chad Maxwell, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on May 13, 2008.

DRC March Meeting Minutes

2008-04-24T10:31:00.000-07:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, March 11, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Connie Hess Present
Chad Maxwell Absent (excused)
Cecil Tompkins Present
Heidi Verbeek Present
Comm. Gerrit Verschuur Present
(C) Jeff Moder Present

Others present:
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
The regular meeting minutes of February 12, 2008 were approved as presented with no objections.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion regarding Lakeland Sign Ordinance.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:52 PM, Tuesday, March 11, 2008.

___________________________¬
Chad Maxwell, Secretary

ATTEST:

____________________________
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on April 8, 2008.

DRC February Meeting Minutes

2008-03-18T11:32:00.000-07:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, February 12, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Jeff Moder.

II. ROLL CALL:
Terri Smith-Anderson Present
Connie Hess Present
Chad Maxwell Present
Cecil Tompkins Absent (excused)
Heidi Verbeek Present
Comm. Gerrit Verschuur Present
(C) Jeff Moder Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Yehuda Netanel, Gilad Development, Inc.
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director
Eric Bridges, Natural Resources Director
J Higbee, Growth Management Director
Mike Morrissett, Chief Inspector

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
The regular meeting minutes of January 08, 2008 were approved as presented with no objections.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on Site Plan Elements for Lakeland Station (formerly the Lakeland Factory Outlet Mall).
Commissioner Verschuur moved to suspend the rules. (The rules were suspended with no objections)

Mrs. Hess moved to approve the Lakeland Station Landscape and Irrigation Plan as recommended by staff with the following conditions:
1. The “Plant Material Approval” note on the plan sheets should be limited to the first paragraph only. The additional paragraphs may be removed.
2. Minor errors regarding the plant key replacement shall be corrected.
3. The applicant shall verify that the size of perennial plants is accurate.
4. The note regarding the landscape contractor submitting content labels shall be extended to include the City.
5. The tree planting details shall include the required 24 inch excavation and replacement as required in the Municipal Code.
6. The signature of the Landscape Architect shall be provided.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote 6-0.

Commissioner Verschuur moved to suspend the rules. (The rules were suspended with no objections)

Commissioner Verschuur moved to approve the Lakeland Station Lighting Plan with the following condition:
1. Lighting information shall specify that the proposed lights are full-cutoff.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote 6-0.

Commissioner Verschuur moved to suspend the rules. (The rules were suspended with no objections)

Mrs. Hess moved to approve the Lakeland Station Building Elevations with the following condition:
1. The elevation labels on sheets SD 303, SD 304 and SD 305 shall be corrected to reflect the correct orientation.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote 6-0.

Commissioner Verschuur moved to take a 5 minutes recess. (The meeting was recessed with no objections)

The meeting was recessed at 7:15 PM and reconvened at 7:20 PM.

2. Action on a Landscaping Plan for the Canada Road Median (South of I-40).
Mrs. Verbeek moved to suspend the rules.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

Mrs. Hess moved to approve the Landscaping Plan for the Canada Road Median as submitted.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

3. Staff Presentation regarding the Sign Ordinance.
No action was taken. (Deferred to the next meeting)

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

• Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Commissioner Verschuur moved to adjourn the meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

The meeting adjourned at 7:36 PM, Tuesday, February 12, 2008.

___________________________¬
Chad Maxwell, Secretary

ATTEST:

____________________________
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on March 11, 2008.

DRC December Meeting Minutes

2008-01-09T14:17:00.000-08:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
December 11, 2007
City Hall, 6:30 PM

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.

II. ROLL CALL:
Connie Hess Present
Salvador Feraci Absent
Jerry James Present
Chad Maxwell Present
Jeff Moder Present
Comm. Gerrit Verschuur Present
(C) Susan Mitchell Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Andy Reynolds, Askew Harrdgraves Harcourt
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director Terri Smith-Anderson, 9291 Bluebrid Hill Cv.
Eric Bridges, Natural Resources Director Cecil Tompkins, 9645 Blue Spruce Dr.
Hank Hess, Parks & Recreation Board

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. James moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of November 13, 2007.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion regarding Canada Road median landscaping.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

· Presentation by Natural Resources Director.
· Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mrs. Hess moved to adjourn the meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

The meeting adjourned at 7:55 PM, Tuesday, December 11, 2007.

___________________________
Connie Hess, Secretary

ATTEST:

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Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder
These minutes were approve

DRC October Minutes

2007-11-20T08:48:00.000-08:00

Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, October 09, 2007, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, Tennessee

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.

II. ROLL CALL:
Salvador Feraci Present
Connie Hess Present
Jerry James Absent (excused)
Chad Maxwell Present
Jeff Moder Present
Comm. Gerrit Verschuur Present
(C) Susan Mitchell Present

Others present:
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director Mike Fahy, Prime Development (Car Wash USA)

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Feraci moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of September 11, 2007.

Motion passed, voice vote, 5-0 and 1 abstention. (Commissioner Verschuur abstained)

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a request for an amendment to the approved building elevations, including a canopy, for Car Wash USA located directly east of the Citgo Gas Station on Highway 64.
Mr. Feraci moved to suspend the rules.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

Mr. Feraci moved to approve the awning and canopy as submitted with the agreement that in case of fading or damage replacement or repair will be done in a timely manner.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

· Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mrs. Hess moved to adjourn the meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

The meeting adjourned at 7:05 PM, Tuesday, October 09, 2007.

___________________________
Connie Hess, Secretary

ATTEST:

____________________________
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

DRC September Minutes

2007-10-19T09:32:00.000-07:00

Lakeland Design Review Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
6:30 PM City Hall

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:32 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.

II. ROLL CALL:
V.M. Stephanie Anderson Present
Salvador Feraci Present
Connie Hess Present
Jerry James Absent (excused)
Chad Maxwell Present
Jeff Moder Present
(C) Susan Mitchell Present

Others present:
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of July 10, 2007.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

Mrs. Hess moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of August 14, 2007.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Discussion on amendments to the Sign Ordinance regarding Model Home Signs and Temporary Signs.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

VI. NEW BUSINESS: None

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

· Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Feraci moved to adjourn the meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 6-0.

The meeting adjourned at 6:58 PM, Tuesday, September 11, 2007.

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___________________________
Connie Hess, Secretary

ATTEST:

____________________________
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on October 09, 2007.

DRC August Minutes

2007-09-20T07:32:00.000-07:00

Design Review Commission
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
6:30 PM City Hall

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.

II. ROLL CALL:
V.M. Stephanie Anderson Present
Salvador Feraci Present
Connie Hess Present
Jerry James Present
Chad Maxwell Present
Jeff Moder Present
(C) Susan Mitchell Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Scott Pridmore, Mid-South Signs (Car Wash USA)
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director Joel Smith, Preserve Planned Development
Eric Bridges, Natural Resources Director Lisa Parker, Joyce Signs (Harding Academy)

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to postpone the approval of the regular meeting minutes of July 10, 2007 definitely to the next meeting..

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1 Action on a Sign Permit Application for Car Wash USA.
Mr. Feraci moved to approve the sign permit application for Car Wash USA as recommended by staff and the sign area shall be irrigated fully.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

2. Action on a request for Landscaping within Common Open Space 4 of the Preserve Planned Development.
Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to suspend the rules.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

Mr. Feraci moved to approve the Landscape Plan for COS 4 of the Preserve Planned Development contingent upon the following:
1. Staff recommendation that all planting shall be installed no later than October 31, 2007.
2. This area will be irrigated fully which would encompass both the lawn area and planting.
3. The lawn area or seeded area shall remain grass.
4. The Winter Green Boxwood will be replaced with Glossy Abelia.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

3. Action on a recommendation for construction sign for Harding Academy.
Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to suspend the rules.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

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Mr. Moder moved to recommend to the Board of Commissioners that this sign be postponed until the approval process for the construction.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

4. Discussion on amendments to the Sign Ordinance regarding Model Home Signs and Temporary Signs.
Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to suspend the rules.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

Discussion only, no action was taken.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

· Report regarding recently adopted Sign Ordinance Amendments.
· Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mrs. Hess moved to adjourn the meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

The meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM, Tuesday, August 14, 2007.

___________________________
Connie Hess, Secretary

ATTEST:

____________________________
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on September 11, 2007.

DRC July Minutes

2007-09-20T07:25:00.000-07:00

Design Review Commission
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
6:30 PM City Hall

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.

II. ROLL CALL:
V.M. Stephanie Anderson Present
Salvador Feraci Present
Connie Hess Present
Jerry James Absent (excused)
Chad Maxwell Absent (excused)
Jeff Moder Present
(C) Susan Mitchell Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Brain Hendrix, Reaves Firm (Fairway Meadows Commercial Lot 4)
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director Tom Lloyd, Architect A.I.A. (Fairway Meadows Commercial Lot 4)
Eric Bridges, Natural Resources Director

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Feraci moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of June 12, 2007.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS:
Chairman Mitchell moved to reverse the order of agenda items 1 & 2 of Old Business; taking item # 2 first.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

2 Action on Landscaping, Irrigation, and Building Elevations for Fairway Meadows Commercial Lot 4.
Mr. Feraci moved to suspend the rules.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

Mr. Feraci moved to approve the Landscape Plan for Fairway Meadows Commercial Lot 4 as noted in the staff report and the Crimson Pygmy Barberries shall be replaced with the staff approved substitute. (See Attachment A)

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

Mr. Feraci moved to approve the Irrigation Plan as recommended by staff. (See Attachment A)

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

Mr. Feraci moved to approve the Building Elevations with the following conditions:
1. The maximum planter height shall be 18 inches.
2. Cornice shall be added to the three larger buildings elements on the front façade (could be EIFS or Hardy)
3. The 4 outer columns shall include a rock base with brick above (Brick “B”).
4. The columns shall include a stone trim cap.

Mr. Feraci moved to amend the Landscaping Plan to include the planting height in planters to a maximum of 18 inches.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

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1. Action on a Sign Permit Application for Car Wash USA.
Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to postpone this item definitely to the next meeting.

Motion passed, voice vote, 4-0 and 1 abstention. Mrs. Hess abstained.

3. Action on Streamside Management Buffer Sign Standards.
Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to adopt the Streamside Management Buffer Sign template and standard as presented by staff as the approved SMB permanent boundary markers required by the City of Lakeland Zoning Ordinance, Article XIV, Section 9.E. (See Attachment B)

Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to amend her motion to include the flying duck shall be the official sign.

Amended motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 5-0.

VI. NEW BUSINESS: None

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

· Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mrs. Hess moved to adjourn the meeting.

Motion passed, voice vote, 4-1. Vice-Mayor Anderson vote nay.

The meeting adjourned at 7:45 PM, Tuesday, July 10, 2007.

___________________________
Connie Hess, Secretary

ATTEST:

____________________________
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on September 11, 2007.

DRC June Minutes

2007-07-19T07:25:00.000-07:00

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, JUNE 12, 2007, 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, LAKELAND, TENNESSEE 38002

I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.

II. ROLL CALL:
V.M. Stephanie Anderson Present
Salvador Feraci Present
Connie Hess Present
Jerry James Present
Chad Maxwell Present
Jeff Moder Present
(C) Susan Mitchell Present

Others present:
Robert Wherry, City Manager Mid-South Signs Representative (Car Wash USA)
Jim Atkinson, Planner Director Victor Bishara, Fairway Meadows Commercial
Eric Bridges, Natural Resources Director Brain Hendrix, Reaves Firm

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES:
Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to approve the regular meeting minutes of May 08, 2007.

Motion passed, voice vote, 6-0 and 1 abstention. (Chairman Mitchell abstained)

IV. PUBLIC DISCUSSION REGARDING LDRC MATTERS: None

V. OLD BUSINESS: None

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Action on a Sign Permit Application for Car Wash USA.
Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to approve the sign application for Car Wash USA with conditions.

Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to amend her motion to postpone this item definitely to the next meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

2. Action on Landscaping, Lighting, and Building Elevations for Fairway Meadows Commercial Lot 4.
Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to suspend the rules.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to postpone the landscaping plan definitely to the next meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to postpone the irrigation definitely to the next meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to suspend the rules.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

Chairman Mitchell moved to approve the lighting plan dated 6/08/07 for Fairway Meadows Commercial Lot 4.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

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Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to suspend the rules.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

Vice-Mayor Anderson moved to postpone the building elevations for Fairway Meadows Commercial Lot 4 definitely to the next meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

The meeting was recessed at 8:35 P.M. and reconvened at 8:40 P.M.

3. Action on Streamside Management Buffer Sign Standards.
Mr. Moder moved to postpone this item definitely to the next meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

VII. OFFICER AND STAFF REPORTS:

· Report on Developing Soil Specification Standards for Landscape Areas.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

· Reports on Illegal Signs.
No action was taken.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

IX. ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Feraci moved to adjourn the meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, voice vote, 7-0.

The meeting adjourned at 9:05 PM, Tuesday, June 12, 2007.

___________________________
Connie Hess, Secretary

ATTEST:

____________________________
Sontidra Franklin, City Recorder

These minutes were approved on July 10, 2007.