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In response to Commissioner Ross’ inquiry, Mr. Mark stated that the recommended Benjamin Moore Historic color palate is just a sample, and that the Commission has rejected applicants’ colors in the past because they seemed inappropriate for the area. He added that in this case if the proposed dark green looks too bold, the Commission can request a more muted color. Commissioner Au Hoy expressed her concern about runoff from the awning and possible puddles and muddiness on the lawn caused by it, adding that she wasn’t sure whether or not a French drain would be appropriate. Mr. Foster said he thinks the drainage will be better with the awning because the current situation is that the runoff from the umbrellas gathers in the center gutters and shoots on the lawn like a waterfall. In response to Commissioner Ross’ question, Mr. Foster said that they have never experienced ponding. Commissioner Andreae suggested that drainage gutters can be put onto the ground if the problem arises, to which Mr. Foster agreed. Commissioner Ross commented that since the roof color can’t be matched with any of the available colors, they could move away into something different, such as the color in the landscaping, instead of choosing an almost-matching color. Commissioner Andreae said that if it is their preference to match the roof to create some continuity, she would encourage them to look further to do so. Mr. Foster responded that they would have a better chance matching the building color than the roof color. Commissioner Hope commented that a gray color matching the building will make their landscape pop, while a big blotch of green will compete with it. In response to Commissioner Andreae’s question whether a burgundy to complement their logo is an option, Mr. Foster said he doesn’t see the right burgundy in the color samples. Commissioner Ross confirmed the Commissioners’ consensus that the color should match a building element, such as the roof or the walls, as opposed to the landscaping. In supporting Mr. Foster’s idea to match the building, Commissioner Au Hoy suggested he select a gray color that would blend better with the building. Mr. Foster mentioned that neither Mr. Daniel nor he has a problem with getting the color changed, and selected #502-8390 (Gray) from the canopy catalogue to match the walls. Commissioner Andreae recommended him to select another color to match the roof as an alternative, and he selected #502-8611 (Blue-Green) and #502-8552 (Turquoise) being the closest to the roof color. His selection was agreeable to the Commissioners. Action It was moved by Commissioner Andreae and seconded by Commissioner Hope to recommend to the Planning Director the approval of the proposed canopy, with the following recommendation: The canopy shall be either (1) “Precontraint” #502-8390 (Gray) to match the walls of the building, or (2) “Precontraint” #502-8611 (Blue-Green) or #502-8552 (Turquoise) to match the roof. A roll call vote was taken and motion carried with three ayes (Andreae, Hope and Au Hoy). 3