Section 13.04 - Preliminary Informational MeetingsThe Commissioner shall, at least seven days prior to the date of the public hearing, hold a preliminary informational meeting in a city or town in which the inland wetlands or flood plain areas to be affected are located.
(1)Materials for Display and Inspection. The following information and materials shall be available for display and inspection: (a) photogrammetric, line and symbol, or orthophoto maps depicting inland wetland or flood plain area boundaries or encroachment lines, or any other maps intended for use as plans;(b) aerial photographs of the inland wetlands or flood plain areas to be affected;(c) assessor's maps depicting the area to be affected;(d) a list of all persons who have been given notice of the preliminary informational meeting and the public hearing.(2)Materials for Distribution. The following information and materials shall be available for distribution: (a) copies of M.G.L. c. 131, § 40A and 310 CMR 13.00;(b) copies of the proposed Order;(c) on-site inspection request forms as shown in Appendix A.(3)Conduct of the Preliminary Informational Meeting. A representative of the Department shall be present at the preliminary informational meeting to distribute materials upon request, to answer questions concerning the location of proposed inland wetland or flood plain area boundary lines or encroachment lines, and if time permits, to answer other questions concerning the program.