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PAPILLION PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

FEBRUARY 18, 2009

The Papillion Planning Commission met in open session at the Papillion City Hall Council Chambers on Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at 7:00 PM. Chairman Michael Mallorycalled the meeting to order. Planning Assistant Michelle Wehenkel called the roll. Planning Commission members present wereDavid Barker, Howard Carson, Rebecca Hoch, and Jim Smith. Ken Melhus, Jan Sanderson and Judy Sundewere absent. There is one vacancy on the Planning Commission at this time. Planning Director Mark Stursmaand City Planner Kay Liangwere also present. Acting City Attorney Jeff Wagner joined the Commission at 7:05 PM.

Notice of the meeting was given in advance by publication in the Papillion Times on February 5, 2009. A copy of proof of publication is on file at the office of the City Clerk.

Chairman Mallory led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Chairman Mallory announced that a copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted in the City Council Chambers.

Oath of Office

Chairman Mallory noted that the City Attorney was not present so he would administer the Oath of Office. The Oath of Office with administered to Howard Carson by Chairman Mallory. Mr. Carson provided the Commission with a brief background.

Approval of Agenda

Motionwas made byMr. Smith, seconded byMs. Hoch, to approve the agendaas amended. Roll call: fiveyeas, no nays. Motion carried.

Approval of the Planning Commission Minutes

Motion was made byMr. Barker, seconded by Mr. Smith, to approve the minutes. Role Call: five yeas, no nays. Motion carried.

AGREEMENT AMENDMENT

Agreement Amendment – To consider an amendment to the West Cornhusker Plaza Mixed Use Development Agreement for the property legally described as Lots 1-7 and Outlot A, WestCornhuskerPlaza, generally located at 72nd Street and Cornhusker Road. The applicant is City of Papillion. MISC-09-0002

Mark Stursma advised that a Mixed Use Development Agreement acts as the zoning for this development. The sign regulations included in the agreement are based on the requirements for properties that in the Community Commercial (CC) District. The new Zoning Regulations that were recently adopted amended the types of signs that are permitted. The new regulations restrict pole signs to the Industrial zoning districts; however, the permitted sign heights were not updated to reflect this change. A pending update to the Zoning Regulations would correct this issue so it would not be possible to have a 20 foot tall monument sign. The West Cornhusker Plaza Mixed Use Development Agreement includes specific heights so the permitted sign height will not change when the Zoning Regulations are updated. Mr. Stursma is recommending that the Mixed Use Development Agreement be changed to be consistent with the pending update to the Zoning Regulations. The change needs to be done before any development occurs at WestCornhuskerPlaza so signs are consistent. Mr. Stursma advised that the developer agrees with the proposed change and will need to sign the amendment agreement.

Chairman Mallory asked if the maximum height for pole signs would remain 20 feet once the pending ordinance revision is complete. Mr. Stursma advised that the intent is to allow pole signs to have a maximum height of 20 feet. Chairman Mallory noted that the Board of Adjustment has dealt with requests for variances related to the maximum height of pole signs.

Mr. Stursma advised that the proposal is for business center identification signs to be permitted a maximum height of 20 feet. Business identification sins are used less frequently, cover a larger development area, and provide signage for multiple businesses. He noted that he is working on a definition for business center identification signs that includes a minimum size and number of stores. An example of a business center identification sign would be the one of the signs at ShadowLakeTowneCenter that identifies multiple stores located in the development.

With no further discussion, a motion was made by Ms. Hoch, seconded by Mr. Barker, to recommend approval of the amendment agreement. Roll Call: Five yeas, no nays. Motion carried.

Agreement Amendment –To consider an amendment to the West Cornhusker Plaza South Mixed Use Development Agreement for the property legally described as Lots 1-9 and Outlot A, West Cornhusker Plaza South, generally located at 72ndStreet and Durham Drive. The applicant is City of Papillion. MISC-09-0003

Mr. Stursma advised that this request is identical to the previous request. He noted that West Cornhusker Plaza South’s Mixed Use Development Agreement is identical to WestCornhuskerPlaza’s Mixed Use Development Agreement.

With no further discussion, a motion was made by Mr. Barker, seconded by Mr. Smith, to recommend approval of the amendment agreement. Roll Call: Five yeas, no nays. Motion carried.

OTHER BUSINESS

Chairman Mallory welcomed Mr. Carson to the Planning Commission.

With no further business to come before the Commission, a motion was made by Mr. Barker, seconded byMr. Carsonto adjourn. The meeting adjourned by unanimous consent at7:19PM.

CITY OF PAPILLION

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Michael Mallory, Chairman

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Planning Commission

February 18, 2009