Council approves special use permit for indoor adventure/jump park with lighting and security conditions

The Bridgeton City Council approved bill number 6502, adopting an ordinance (25-25) to permit a proposed indoor family recreation facility (described in the hearing as an adventure or jump park). Council member Luther moved second reading and the measure ultimately passed by a recorded 7-0 vote.

During discussion several council members voiced support for family-oriented businesses. Council member Weshie said the facility would be “something that many of our residents will be very happy to use” and that he was “really excited to see this business open up.” Council member Luke proposed two new conditions and the council adopted both: (1) require a parking lot lighting plan be submitted to public works for review and approval prior to occupancy, and prohibit certain types of decorative lighting (e.g., rope lights or string lights around window/door frames), and (2) require licensed security personnel to be provided during open hours after 8:00 p.m. Planning staff indicated the applicant supported these conditions. The applicant was not present at the hearing but told staff they planned to provide lighting and security.

Council members also discussed prior items raised in the planning hearing, including concerns about lighting and security; the planning commission record supported the permit and council members voted to approve the ordinance with the added conditions. The clerk’s roll call recorded seven ayes, and the ordinance became 25-25.