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Commission backs code changes to public-notice rules after local newspaper closed
Summary
The commission unanimously recommended amending Title 16 notice provisions to remove a newspaper-publication requirement after the Wasatch Wave stopped publishing, shifting primary notice to posted locations, mailed notices within 600 feet, and the city website; commissioners discussed social-media options but kept the change flexible.
The Midway City Planning Commission unanimously recommended code text amendments to update public-notice requirements after the closure of the local newspaper, replacing a newspaper-publication step with website posting, mailed notice to affected property owners and posting at public locations.
Staff explained the Wasatch Wave ceased publication and many code sections still referenced publication in a local newspaper. The proposed changes would remove that newspaper requirement, standardize mailed-notice radius to 600 feet (consistent with other local code sections) and require posting in at least three public places plus the city's official website. Staff and commissioners discussed whether social-media posting should be added; they agreed the city website is the stable, consistent channel and social media could be used optionally but not mandated as the primary legal notice mechanism.
A public hearing was held and no opposing online commenters were recorded. After discussion a commissioner moved to recommend approval of the code-text amendments (with staff findings included) and the commission voted unanimously to recommend the change to the city council for adoption.
Staff noted practical details (where notices are posted, how mailed-notice will be handled) and said the change eliminates duplication with state code and other local notice sections. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.
