In a recent city council meeting, officials approved several key ordinances and municipal orders, including significant amendments to zoning regulations and infrastructure projects.

The council began by approving the minutes from the previous meeting held on October 28, 2024. Following this, they conducted the first readings of two zoning amendments. The first, Ordinance Number 242,024, focuses on medical cannabis regulations within Elizabethtown. This ordinance updates the zoning code to include definitions for various cannabis-related uses, specifies permitted zoning districts, and outlines special provisions for spacing, hours of operation, and parking standards. These amendments were recommended by the Elizabethtown Planning Commission after public meetings held earlier in October.

The second zoning amendment, Ordinance Number 252,024, pertains to off-site directional signs. Similar to the first, this ordinance updates the zoning code and was also recommended by the Planning Commission following public input.

In addition to zoning discussions, the council approved Municipal Order 672024, which accepts a bid from Schroeder Construction for the Helm Street, Terry Court, and Park Avenue project, totaling $89,378. The order also allows for a change order amounting to $89,000, reflecting the need for flexibility in managing potential unforeseen conditions in older neighborhoods.

Furthermore, the council approved Municipal Order 682024, which authorizes a change order for the Hawkins Drive Sewer Project. This order allows for an increase in the contract amount to $3,117,170 due to additional work required for deeper excavation and other safety measures not anticipated in the original project scope. Despite these changes, officials confirmed that the project timeline remains unaffected, with work set to commence on November 7.

The meeting highlighted the council's commitment to adapting local regulations and infrastructure projects to meet community needs while ensuring public safety and compliance with state laws.