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Council tables rezoning of fairgrounds parcel after mixed public comment
Summary
Council received one speaker in favor and one opposed during a public hearing on rezoning the fairgrounds at 1427 E. Andrews Ave. and voted unanimously to table Ordinance 25-19 for further consideration at the next regular meeting.
The Henderson City Council opened a public hearing Aug. 11 on Ordinance 25-19, which proposed rezoning Vance County tax parcels at 1427 E. Andrews Avenue (fairgrounds) from B2 and B4 commercial districts to RMX (Residential Mixed-Use).
Arpan Markam spoke in favor of the rezoning. A member of the public opposed the change, saying she valued the fairgrounds and the regional events held there. After public comment, Councilmember Tami Walker moved to table the ordinance for consideration at the next regular meeting; Councilmember Geraldine Champion seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously.
Why it matters: The rezoning would change permitted uses at a site used for community events; tabling gives Council time to consider public input and any further analysis.
Next steps: The ordinance will be returned to the Council agenda for the next regular meeting with any additional information requested by members.
