Union City schedules public hearing on zoning amendment to regulate "redemption games"

The Borough of Union City will hold a public hearing on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the First Global Methodist Church, 42 East High Street, to consider an amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1118 that would add definitions and regulation of permitted use zones for "redemption games," also described in the notice as "games of skill," and add Section 701.04 to provide for use of accessory structures on adjoining lots.

The posted agenda states the hearing's purpose is to "provide information and receive public comment" on the proposed ordinance changes, and lists standard repealer, severability and effective-date language. The notice does not record any vote, motion, or final decision; it announces only the hearing logistics and the text summary of the proposed amendments.

Under the proposed changes as described in the agenda posting, the ordinance would explicitly address where and how redemption games may be permitted within the borough's zoning map and would add a new code section (701.04) concerning accessory structures sited on adjoining parcels. The agenda does not include additional details such as specific zoning districts affected, enforcement mechanisms, or drafted ordinance text beyond the high-level items listed in the posting.

Members of the public and interested parties are invited to attend the Sept. 16 hearing to provide comment. The posted agenda indicates adjournment will follow the hearing; any subsequent formal action, vote or modification to Ordinance No. 1118 is not specified in the notice and would be part of later proceedings if introduced.