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Commissioners introduce ordinance on disorderly conduct and off‑duty policing; hearing set for April 30
Summary
Clerk read Ordinance 866-2026, which amends county code on disorderly conduct and contracted off‑duty employment of law-enforcement officers. Vice Chair Williams moved the ordinance for first reading; the public hearing and final reading are scheduled for April 30, 2026.
The Union County Board of County Commissioners introduced Ordinance 866-2026, which proposes amendments to the county administrative code addressing safety (disorderly conduct) and rules governing contracted off‑duty employment of law‑enforcement officers.
Clerk read the ordinance title and scope. Vice Chair Williams moved the ordinance for first reading and authorized the clerk to advertise. The board voted to approve the introduction by roll call; the clerk recorded nine affirmative votes.
The clerk announced that the public hearing and final reading will be held on April 30, 2026, providing the public an opportunity to testify before the board takes a final vote.
Why it matters
The ordinance affects county safety code and the terms under which law‑enforcement officers may be contracted for off‑duty work. The scheduled hearing will enable public comment before the board considers final adoption.
Next steps
The clerk will publish the ordinance and notice of the April 30 public hearing; administration and the county counsel’s office will prepare supplemental materials ahead of the hearing.
