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Council moves zoning-code advertising changes to second reading; mail and website remain required notices
Summary
Council voted to move Ordinance 25-03 to a second reading. The ordinance aligns the zoning code with recent charter changes to allow public-hearing notices in the newspaper, on the city website or other media while retaining required 500‑foot mailed notices.
Beavercreek City Council on Feb. 10 moved proposed zoning-code amendments (Ordinance 25-03 / PC 25‑1) to a second reading, advancing a rewrite that updates how the city may publish public‑hearing notices.
Staff explained the change implements language from a recent charter amendment and allows the city to advertise public hearings ‘‘in the newspaper of general circulation or on the city’s website or in other media forums as allowed by law.’’ Randy Burkett and other staff emphasized that the ordinance does not replace the statutory requirement to send mailed notices to property owners within 500 feet of a rezoning; those letters will continue.
During public comment Bob Trout urged sensitivity to residents without internet access, saying that relying on social media or web postings could ‘‘impact senior citizens’’ and those without smartphones. Staff responded that the 500‑foot mailed notices remain in place and that the city will post notices on the website and at City Hall; use of social media will be handled case‑by‑case by communications staff.
Action taken: Council voted to move Ordinance 25‑03 to the second reading; the motion carried on a voice vote.
What’s next: The ordinance will return for additional council consideration at a subsequent meeting; staff said they will continue to post required mailed notices and provide alternative outreach as necessary.
