Union City schedules public hearing on zoning changes for "redemption games"

The Borough of Union City posted a notice scheduling a public hearing for Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at First Global Methodist Church, 42 East High Street, to consider amendments to Zoning Ordinance #1118. The notice says the amendment would provide definitions and regulations for permitted-use zones for "redemption games," otherwise described as "games of skill," and would add Section 701.04 to allow the use of accessory structures on adjoining lots.

According to the posted agenda, the hearing’s purpose is to provide information and receive public comment on the proposed ordinance change. The notice also indicates the ordinance package will include a repealer, a severability clause and an effective date. The agenda lists a "hearing of the visitors" for public comment, followed by adjournment.

The notice did not include details about proposed zoning boundaries, licensing, permit fees or enforcement mechanisms for redemption games, nor did it specify which property types or commercial categories would be affected. Those specifics and any proposed regulatory language are expected to be presented at the hearing or included in the published amendment text.

The Borough’s announcement serves as the formal public notification required for zoning changes. Residents and business owners concerned about gaming uses or accessory-structure rules may attend the hearing to comment. The hearing is the next procedural step; no vote or formal adoption is recorded in the posted notice.