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Planning commission members told to produce records in township subpoena
Summary
Early in the meeting commissioners were advised that the township had been served with a subpoena in an ongoing lawsuit and that commissioners should submit relevant emails, files and printed materials; documents are due to the township by the end of the month and will be screened by the township attorney.
The meeting opened with chair John Schweickert informing commissioners that the township had been subpoenaed in an ongoing lawsuit connected to a planning application and that commission records were requested. Commissioners were instructed to submit any related emails, files, printed materials or internet printouts to township staff; the township attorney will screen materials for attorney–client privilege before any documents are released to the court.
Key points from chair’s remarks - Commissioners were told that records should be compiled and given to township staff (Derek) and that the township attorney will screen the material for privilege and other protections. - The chair advised commissioners to obtain written confirmation from the township that their submission met subpoena requirements so they have proof of compliance. - Deadline: documents were requested to be submitted to the township “by the end of the month.”
What commissioners were advised to collect The chair asked commissioners to provide any written documentation that might relate to the specified application, including emails, digital files, paper copies and any internet printouts or notes about that application.
Attribution Chair John Schweickert summarized the expectations and process, and Derek and township staff were identified as the recipients who would coordinate the attorney screening.
Ending Commissioners noted they would provide materials or, if they had none, inform Derek in writing that they have no responsive documents. The matter will proceed through the township attorney before any materials are released to the court.
