August 16, 2012

Adopt Minutes: July 19, 2012 (Regular Meeting) Chairman Neuer asked the Board if they had any comments regarding the minutes from the regular meeting on 7/19/12. Seeing none, the Chairman asked for a motion to approve. Mr. Buechler made a motion to adopt the minutes as presented; Ms. Gabry seconded the motion. All were in favor. \ SWEARING IN Consulting Engineer, Eric Keller was sworn under oath. DISCUSSION Mr. Bullock stated that his personal policy is that the only person who should receive his email regarding his notice of attendance is the Board Secretary. He said that his concern is filling up everyone’s email boxes with unnecessary emails especially if the email is not for that specific person. Chairman Neuer stated that most people have a tendency to hit the “reply all” when responding to an email, He asked the other Board members to send their attendance email only to the Board Secretary and ignore the “reply all” button. Mr, Bullock stated that he remains in agreement with the policy of this Board regarding no photos or videos are to be taken during a Zoning Board meeting unless permission is given prior to the meeting. Chairman Neuer suggested a resolution amending the Rules of Procedure for the Zoning Board of Adjustment to prohibit still photography during the meetings. He said that if someone wants to video tape the meeting, they will still need permission. Chairman Neuer stated that taking photos, in his opinion, is disruptive and the Rules of Procedure do not specifically prohibit it. Mr. Steinhart stated that he does not know if taking photos has any impact on the meetings as long as the photographer goes through the proper procedures. Mr. Buechler stated that he has no problem with videotaping but he supports the existing policy for photographing. Ms. Zaolino asked why still photography is permitted at Planning Board meetings. Chairman Neuer stated that he cannot answer for the Planning Board because they have their own procedures. [2]