Union City schedules public hearing on proposed zoning change for 'redemption games' and accessory structures

Union City Borough will hold a public hearing on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at First Global Methodist Church, 42 East High Street, to receive public comment on a proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance #1118.

The ordinance amendment as posted would add definitions and regulation for permitted-use zones for "redemption games," also described in the notice as "games of skill." It would also add Section 701.04 to provide for the use of accessory structures on adjoining lots and include a repealer, a severability clause and an effective date.

The hearing is a formal opportunity for residents and other stakeholders to comment on the ordinance language and its local impacts. The posted agenda lists an item titled "hearing of the visitors regarding the amendment to the zoning ordinance," indicating time for public comment before adjournment. The notice does not include the full draft text of the ordinance changes or specify proposed zoning districts where redemption games would be permitted.

No formal votes or motions are recorded in the posted notice. Any final decision on Ordinance #1118 would require subsequent ordinance adoption procedures by the borough council following the hearing and any additional readings or formal votes required by borough rules.

People planning to speak should attend the Sept. 16 hearing at the listed venue. For more information or to request the proposed ordinance text in advance, contact Union City Borough via the borough office (contact information not specified in the posted notice).