Plan on introducing yourself, giving your name and address and whether you are in favor of or against the proposal. Since part of the official record of the hearing is a taped recording, and to ensure that you are adequately heard, please adjust the microphone to your height and speak directly into it. After you have spoken, and if you later find that you object or need clarification of any testimony, you may request permission to re-address the Commission. The Chair opens the meeting on time. Procedures for the meeting and public hearing are summarized.
Staff presents main points of the application and staff review.
Planning Commission directs questions and comments to the applicant. Chair asks if anyone in the audience wants to address the Commission either for or against the item. The Commission deliberates and votes on the item. A few general notes . . . The Planning Commission understands that hearings about plans that could impact your property or way of life can be very emotional.