The ban would apply only to new development; existing businesses would be exempt.

Thursday, the city's planning commission will discuss the proposal and what those in favor of the proposal hope it addresses, including environmental concerns, noise issues and pedestrian safety.

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Some residents support the drive-thru ban.

"I think that's a good idea," Mike Mossow said. "It will cut down on some of the emissions and the traffic in certain areas. You don't really need them. I like to sit down, myself. We were just at this restaurant here and it brings people together more."

Others say they don't believe it will make a difference and that city leaders are overstepping.

"I think it's absolutely ridiculous," Timothy Rousu said. "I really don't think there is going to be much of a difference driving through for three minutes than sitting at a stop light."

The planning commission is set to vote on the proposal next month. Then, the proposal would head to a committee hearing before it would go to a full city council vote.