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Commissioner Olson noted that Chase Bank across the street currently has shades and <br />suggested that Comerica be allowed to install shades similar to that on the Division <br />Street side which could then be pulled halfway down for a couple of hours until the sun <br />is gone and then raised again. He added that the Manager had indicated that <br />installation of awnings had been proposed but that the signage would have to be moved <br />and that it was not clear either whether or not that would solve the problem. <br />Commissioner Olson inquired if something could be done to resolve this matter. <br />Commissioner O’Connor noted that if the police would have to see inside Comerica <br />Bank, they would have to be able to see inside Chase Bank as well, which uses shades. <br />He suggested that there should be consistency. <br />Ms. Decker stated that the approval for Comerica was to allow awnings and canopies <br />which were ready to be installed to help with the sunlight; however, there is a conflict <br />because of the signage that has been mounted. She add that the connections for the <br />signage have been modified and that as soon as that is fabricated and put up, the <br />awnings will be installed. She indicated that she would follow-up with staff regarding <br />window dressings on the inside and acknowledged that various businesses have them <br />for the reasons mentioned. <br />Commissioner O’Connor acknowledged that the awnings were part of the design <br />approval and that they would still go up.He suggested, however, that if once the <br />awnings are up and there is a still a problem, staff review alternatives. <br />Commissioner Blank noted that the need for police having the ability to see inside the <br />building was not discussed in any of the many meetings. <br />a.Future Planning Calendar <br />No discussion was held or action taken. <br />b.Actions of the City Council <br />No discussion was held or action taken. <br />c.Actions of the Zoning Administrator <br />No discussion was held or action taken. <br />9. COMMUNICATIONS <br />No discussion was held or action taken. <br />PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, July 22, 2009 Page 9 of 10 <br /> <br />