Planning & Zoning June 4
With the death of Planning Commission member Kenny Vaught, decisions scheduled for this meeting were delayed until July 2. The commission continues to field proposals for residential development and development of Union Promenade.
Planning & Zoning May 7
The controversial Conrad Ln/Carry Back Dr proposal ended with the applicant withdrawing his request. Residents of West Brooke Estates and others along Hathaway Rd turned out to oppose a proposal. A public hearing is scheduled for June 4 regarding a zoning change on Hathaway between Big Bone Rd and Enclave Dr.
Planning & Zoning April 2
Final action on the controversial condo development on Conrad Ln has finally been set for May 7, and a 5-story hotel on Paddock Rd has been proposed for land meant by the comprehensive plan to benefit local residents, not interstate traffic.
Planning & Zoning March 19
With the six-month assessment period about the expire, the Boone County Planning Commission continues to grapple with proposed condo development at Conrad Rd across from Carry Back Dr. Other projects include new hotels.
Planning & Zoning March 5
The Planning Commission continues to address proposals for increased residential and commercial development and expansion in Boone County and its cities.
Union City Commission March 3
Issues discussed include a zoning proposal for solar energy systems and battery storage facilities; residents’ opposition to House Bill 85 because it would impose fees on residents who receive no storm sewer service; street repair; waste and recycling contracts; update on development; more.
Planning & Zoning February 5
The Planning Commission is fielding proposals to build three hotels, two in the county and one in Florence, and has finally set dates for the tech committee meeting and final action on the Conrad Lane-Carry Back Drive condo development proposal.
Planning & Zoning January 22
Public hearings were set regarding a proposed medical marijuana dispensary and a coffee shop, both in Florence, a hotel on the Frogtown Connector, and changes to use on Mineola Park, among others. Action on the contentious proposal for Conrad Lane at Carry Back Drive continues to be deferred.
Planning & Zoning December 18
Final action to be taken on several proposals at the January 8 meeting. A contentious proposal for the north side of Conrad Ln. across from Carryback Dr. in Burlington continues. Agreement was reached on a change to zoning at 8109 US Hwy 42.
Planning & Zoning December 4
Several proposals noted in previous reports passed unanimously during this meeting. Others wait either for public hearings or the Tech Committee meeting on December 18, with action to follow January 8.