Union City Borough holds public hearing on proposed zoning amendment; no public comments

Union City Borough held a public hearing Sept. 16, 2024, at First Global Methodist Church to present a proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance #1118 that would define and regulate "redemption games," also described in the minutes as "games of skill," and add Section 701.04 governing the use of accessory structures on adjoining lots. The hearing was called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Councilor Cross.

The minutes note the borough's vision statement: "The Union City area is a thriving rural community of families, businesses and organizations dedicated to encouraging growth while maintaining small town values." Officials present included Solicitor Tim Wachter and Constituent Services Representative Kim Tuszynski; councilors Cross, Osborn, Steadman and Kerns were recorded as present while Joyce, Winkler and Uber were absent. The minutes state that the purpose of the hearing was to provide information and receive public comment on the proposed ordinance changes, but that "No visitors were present."

With no public comments offered, Councilor Steadman moved that the public hearing be adjourned; Councilor Osborn seconded the motion. The hearing adjourned at 6:09 p.m. The minutes do not record any vote on Ordinance #1118 or further action taken at that meeting, and no next steps or dates for additional hearings or votes are specified.