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December 9, 2008 1. Mark Geduldig-Yatrofsky, 2713 Sterling Point Drive, spoke in support of this item. Motion by Mr. Smith, and seconded by Ms. Randall, to adopt the following resolution, and was adopted by the following vote: "RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO INITIATE A REVIEW OF THE CITY'S ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO THE USE OF BANNERS AND TO REPORT THE COMMISSION'S RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL. WHEREAS, the provisions of the City's Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 40 of the City Code, pertaining to the use of banner signs have not been reviewed or amended since their adoption over twenty years ago; and WHEREAS, concerns have been raised that the regulations contained therein do not satisfactorily address current economic development and communication needs. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Portsmouth, Virginia, that pursuant to Va. Code Section 15.2-2285B, the Council refers to the Planning Commission for review and recommendations the question of whether the provisions of the zoning code governing the use of banner signs need to be amended. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission's findings and recommendations should be reported to the City Council within 100 days of the Commission's January 2009 meeting, in accordance with said Code section. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk shall send a copy of this resolution to the Chairman of the Planning Commission." Ayes: Heretick, Moody, Psi mas, Randall, Smith, Whitehurst, Holley Nays: None 08 - 535 - Adoption of a motion accepting the 2009 Calendar of City Council Meetings. Vision Principle: Bold New Directions. Background: . The Portsmouth City Council normally meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, and the Monday prior to the second and fourth Tuesday regular meeting, except during the month of December where they meet on the second Tuesday and the Monday prior. Discussion: . This action would allow the City Council to give advance notification to the citizens, media, and city departments of the 2009 meeting schedule. Financial Impact: . There is no financial impact. Staff Recommends: . Adoption of the motion. Vision Principles: Bold New Directions Next Steps following City Council Action: . The City Clerk will post the 2009 Meeting Calendar on the City's webpage and provide to the general public. Motion by Mr. Whitehurst, and seconded by Ms. Psimas, to accept the 2009 Meeting Calendar of the City Council, and was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Heretick, Moody, Psi mas, Randall, Smith, Whitehurst, Holley Nays: None