Revision of Planning Board Rules and Regulations (Adopted and Signed)

the zone plan and scheme nor be inconsistent with the purposes of the Zoning Ordinance, in cases where the applicant is seeking a variance or conditional use. 5.8 Reports From Officers, Boards or Agencies. The Board, on its own motion, may at any time, request a written report on any particular matter from any officer, board or agency in connection with the pending case; provided, however, that a copy of any such report shall be made available to the applicant, who shall, if he/she so requests, have an opportunity to question the maker of such report as to any fact or conclusion contained therein. The Board may also refer any application to any appropriate agency for its review and report provided, however, that the applicant shall be notified of such action and shall be informed of when such agency holds its meetings so that the applicant may arrange to be present, if he/she so desires. Should the Board request such a report or make such a referral, such action shall not extend the period of time within which the Planning Board shall act, unless the applicant consents to an extension of time. 5.9 Testimony From Board's Expert Witnesses. The Board may, on its own motion, arrange to take the testimony of any expert witness engaged by it. Any interested party may contact the appointed recording service to obtain a transcript of any proceedings, at their own expense. *5.10 Policy on the Use of Recording Devices. The recording of any meeting through the use of any recording devices including audio recorders, still or video cameras, and cellular devices with audio/photo/video capabilities is subject to approval of the Chairperson based upon the following restrictions: 1. No devices shall interfere with the meeting. 2) No devices shall interfere with the Board's normal recording or transcription mechanisms. 3: No devices shall block or interfere with any member of the Board or all attendees' ability to hear and see all testimony and exhibits or any evidence. Toward this goal, all devices shall be in the third row or further back in the audience. An exception will be granted for an applicant presenting their application and who has hired a stenographer. In this case he/she may be seated in the front row during testimony. 4. No devices shall be placed on any podium or on any other surface where the Board is or may deliberate. 3. The Township, all boards and

case he/she may be seated in the front row during testimony. 4. No devices shall be placed on any podium or on any other surface where the Board is or may deliberate. 3. The Township, all boards and all members thereof shall not be responsible for any damage or malfunction to the equipment or devices. 6. No device shall block any aisle or other method of egress. 7. No devices shall be left unattended at any time. 8. The operator of such device(s) shall not interfere with the meeting proceedings. 9. These recordings will not be considered as the official transcript of the meeting. * Adopted on October 5, 2005. 11 6427234