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F. DISCUSS IMPROVEMENTS TO NEW SIGNS THROUGHOUT THE CITY <br />FOLLOWING THE ADOPTION AND IMPLEMENTAION OF THE CITYWIDE <br />DESIGN GUIDELINES <br />Planning Manager Haluza indicated that since the adoption of the citywide design <br />guidelines, the quality of the signs and types of signs permitted has dramatically <br />improved. <br />Senior Planner Verny Carvajal presented a comprehensive overview on citywide <br />signs with an improved design being a result of the revised sign guidelines. The <br />Commission was provided with handouts, Chapter 14 - Signage Guidelines for <br />the City of Santa Ana and the originally adopted 1984 Guidelines. Mr. Carvajal <br />discussed the different development types and the applicable design objectives, <br />guidelines, placement, materials and other applicable criteria. <br />The presentation concluded that: <br />• Guidelines have improved the overall quality of all sign types <br />• Facilitated better dialogue between staff and the applicant <br />.Provided an effective tool resulting in a variety of sign types that are well <br />designed <br />• Results have created a positive transition between existing non-conforming and <br />outdated signs in the City <br />Commission discussion ensued regarding temporary sign enforcement, mobile <br />signs and nonconforming signs. <br />Chief Assistant City Attorney Kaufman provided information on human signs and <br />stated that citations are given when taking up too much of the sidewalk and/or <br />standing on private property. <br />G. Recess to Council Chambers (6:18 p.m.) <br />1 <br />Planning Commission Minutes 3 August 25, 2008 <br />