At the present time, there is no time limit on presentations. The meetings always follow the same format, although occasionally additional items will be included. Following the call to order and roll call of Commission members, the Chairman asks staff if any requests for deferral have been submitted. Each deferral is considered individually. Deferral requests are considered at the beginning of each agenda.
Staff summarizes the application, and explains why and for how long the applicant wants a deferral.
The Chairman of the Planning Commission asks if anyone in the audience opposes the deferral of the case. This is an opportunity for you to object to the deferral of the case only, not the substance of the application. You should raise your hand or otherwise make yourself known to the Chairman. If you object, you will probably be asked to come to the microphone, state your name and address, and explain why you object to the deferral. Considering any comments from the public, the Planning Commission then votes whether to grant the request for the deferral.