§ 12.08.06. Rights of disqualified member of the hearing body.

(a)

An abstaining or disqualified member of a hearing body shall not be counted for purposes of forming a quorum.

(b)

A member who takes a position on the issue based upon personal interest may do so only by abstaining from voting on the proposal, vacating the seat on the hearing body, physically joining the audience, and making full disclosure of his status and position at the time of addressing the hearing body.

(c)

If the hearing body is reduced to less than a quorum by abstentions or disqualifications, all members present after stating their reasons for abstention or disqualification shall be re-qualified and proceed to resolve the issues.

(d)

A member absent during the presentation of evidence in a hearing may not participate in the deliberations or final decision regarding the matter of the hearing unless the member has reviewed the evidence received.

(Ord. No. 91-6, § 3(12.08.06), 2-11-1992)