Union City Borough holds brief public hearing on proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1118

The Borough of Union City held a brief public hearing Sept. 16, 2024, on a proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1118 that would add definitions and regulation for "redemption games" (also described as games of skill) and create Section 701.04 to allow accessory structures on adjoining lots. Councilor Cross called the hearing to order at 6:05 P.M. at First Global Methodist Church, 42 East High Street, Union City.

The hearing record lists Councilors Cross, Osborn, Steadman and Kerns as present; Councilors Joyce, Winkler and Uber were noted as absent. Solicitor Tim Wachter and Constituent Services Representative Kim Tuszynski were recorded as officials present. The stated purpose of the hearing was "to provide information and receive public comment on the proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance #1118," including a repealer, severability and an effective date, although specifics about the effective date were not provided in the written minutes.

No members of the public attended or offered comment during the public-comment portion of the hearing. After the informational presentation and the opportunity for comment, Councilor Steadman moved to adjourn the hearing; Councilor Osborn seconded, and the hearing was adjourned at 6:09 P.M.

The minutes do not record a vote on Ordinance No. 1118 or further action at this meeting; they indicate the session served to present the proposed changes and solicit public feedback. Next procedural steps (such as scheduling for further council consideration, formal readings, or a vote) were not specified in the minutes.