Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 25, June 21, 2024
Section 94-2-6 - Conduct of Hearings6.1. The public hearing shall be moderated by a member or employee of the authority and the authority shall ensure persons capable of explaining all aspects of the project attend the public hearing.6.2. The public hearing shall begin with a presentation which shall include, but not be limited to the following:a. The need for the project.b. The alternative courses of action.c. Alternative project locations and major features d. The social, economic, environmental and other effects of the project and the consistency with the local planning goals and objectives.6.3. The moderator shall then allow public comment and questions. Wide latitude shall be given public comment and questions, but the moderator may impose reasonable time limits.6.4. The moderator will announce that written comments will be accepted by the authority for ten days following the public hearing.6.5. A verbatim transcript of the public hearing shall be made and maintained at the authority office and will be available for public inspection.