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Council asked the Planning Commission to add review of the Redwood City Sign Ordinance to their work plan, to attend meetings of other boards, committees, commissions, agencies and community groups to gather and share information and resources. MEMO 10/17/95 In response to Commissioner McCoy's statement regarding Council's positions on upcoming issues, Mayor Gasparini stated she believed it was important for the Commissioners to bring their professional experience, knowledge, and independent opinions to the issues without Council influence. MEMO 10/17/95 Council complimented the Commissioners on their focus groups and encouraged them to go out into the community to hear what the community wants. 3) Architectural Advisory Committee; REPORT: 1996 Architectural Advisory Committee Annual Work Program Committee Members present: Tom Gilman and Dr. Steven Howard. Chairman Gilman described the work of the Committee and its review of applications. Chairman Gilman expressed frustration in the long review process and advised it was related to the advisory nature of the Committee's charge from the Council. He advised that the Committee believed it would be more effective if its reviews were mandatory instead of advisory, and based on specific minimum standards. In response to Council questions, Chairman Gilman advised the Committee was reviewing the City's urban design guidelines and would recommend updating and modifications. Another goal of the Committee was to work with more City boards, committees and commissions, including the Historic Resources Advisory Committee and the Civic Cultural Committee. Chairman Gilman acknowledged the importance of timeliness and being involved in the process very early on. Dr. Howard discussed the costs of application processes and the Committee's commitment to shorten the process. In response to Council questions, City Attorney Schricker advised the status of the Committee could be changed through adoption of an ordinance. MEMO 10/17/95 MINUTE BOOK NO. 53 Page No. 382 Study Session Minutes October 16, 1995 Page 4