3.11.230 Public Hearing and Recommendations

If the Bad River Natural Resources Department determines that the application could have significant impacts on a wetland within the exterior boundaries of the Bad River Reservation, a public hearing shall be scheduled. The hearing shall be held no later than 60 days after receipt of the complete permit application. Notice of the hearing shall be published in one newspaper having general circulation in the area at least 15 days prior to the hearing date. All hearings shall be open to the public. A record of the hearing shall be made. Any person may present evidence and testimony at the hearing. At the hearing, the applicant shall have the burden of demonstrating that the proposed activity will be in accordance with purposes of this ordinance and the standards set forth. Comments received from the public hearing shall be considered by the Bad River Natural Resources Department in issuing or denying the permit through the Wetlands Ordinance Administrator.