Union City Borough schedules public hearing on proposed zoning changes for redemption games and accessory structures

Union City Borough has scheduled a public hearing for 6:00 p.m. Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at First Global Methodist Church, 42 East High Street, Union City, Pennsylvania, to consider proposed changes to Zoning Ordinance No. 1118. The posted agenda describes the measure as adding definitions and regulation of permitted use zones for "redemption games," also called games of skill, and adding Section 701.04 to provide for the use of accessory structures on adjoining lots.

The amendments listed on the agenda also include standard repealer and severability clauses and an effective date provision; the agenda does not specify the effective date. The notice states the purpose of the hearing is to provide information and receive public comment on the proposed ordinance changes. The agenda indicates a portion of the meeting will be devoted to "hearing of the visitors" and concludes with adjournment.

If adopted, the ordinance language described on the agenda would define where and how redemption games could operate within the borough's zoning framework and would clarify whether accessory structures on neighboring lots may be used in connection with principal uses on adjacent properties. The posted notice provides the basic text of the agenda item but does not include the full draft ordinance text, staff analysis, or recommended motions.

Members of the public who wish to comment are expected to appear at the hearing; the agenda provides the meeting time and location as the means to participate. The borough's posted agenda is the public notice of the hearing; items listed include the ordinance number and the subjects to be discussed, but do not identify sponsors, vote dates, or any staff findings.