(A) Intent. In addition and prior to the procedure provided in IC §§ 36-7-4 et seq., any petitioner seeking initial zoning, an amendment to a zoning ordinance, or an amendment to the zone map shall present the petition to the Council at a duly called and noticed meeting.
(B) First reading. The petitioner shall appear before the City Council for the first reading on all zoning ordinances or map changes prior to the Plan Commission conducting a public hearing. During the first reading, the Council shall provide the petitioner with feedback regarding the proposed zoning ordinance.
(C) Voting. The City Council may take action under IC §§ 36-7-4-606, 36-7-4-607 or 36-7-4-608 only by a vote of at least a majority of all the elected members of the body. Pursuant to IC §§ 36-7-4 et. seq., the Mayor shall have veto authority over zoning matters addressed in IC §§ 36-7-4-606, 36-7-4-607 or 36-7-4-608.
(Ord. 121916H, passed 12-19-16)