Counsel and the defendant must appear at this conference scheduled prior to the date set for trial. If defendant does not appear, an arrest warrant will issue and no jury will be called. The parties will advise the court of any unresolved motions, any issues regarding scheduling of witnesses, and any other matters that may facilitate trial by the avoidance of unnecessary proof or by simplification of issues to be tried. The parties will advise the court of any special security considerations or equipment needs.
Union Supp. L. R. 7.115