HomeMy WebLinkAboutPUBLIC HEARING PAMPHLET - 08-00155 - Comprehensive Plan Amend- June 2008 - John MillarX, !,
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Participate?
First of all, every citizen has a right to be heard on a given
request. In fact, it is the responsibility of all citizens to
Participate in their governmental process.
So, forget your fears and lack of experience speaking in
public and communicate your concerns and questions
on the matter at hand. Make notes—don't hesitate to
read from them if necessary.
Keep in mind the time limit for oral testimony (usually five
minutes) and the fact that others may also wish to speak.
It is wise to keep your emotions under control and treat
the presiding body with respect.
Upon approaching the podium—be sure to state your
name and street address for the record. You do not have
F to own property in the vicinity. This is a common oversight
1 on the part of nervous citizens. Although the presiding
officer usually gives a gentle reminder, the interruption
can disturb your train of thought and detract from your
comments.
Be sure to get your comments into the record before the
hearing is closed. Sometimes participants wait too long.
Once the hearing closes, discussion must be limited to
the presiding body and staff and no public participation
can occur.
Standards for Oral Testimony
Per Rexburg City Code, oral testimony should:
Directly address the subject at hand
Not be repetitious with otlx<:r entries already in the.
record
Not be personally malicious
Comply Nvitlr restrictions e-,tablishc.d i)y the:
presidin,T officer (nsuallv hr c ts7irurtc>�
Testimony not complying with these standards
may be declared out of order and be required
to cease.
Per Rexburg City Code, written testimony at a
public hearing is also admissible and should:
Be submitted one da.prion to Clic public hear inr;
Include your address and sisrnatu.re
address the subject at hand
Not be lacrsonally malicious
Testimony not complying with these standards
may be declared inadmissible.
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