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Residents press Planning Commission for clearer draft materials and track changes
Summary
At the April 9 Windsor Planning Commission meeting, public commenters raised concerns about transparency and the timing/format of zoning amendment drafts; staff said a public‑hearing version will display edits and meet statutory notice and review requirements.
Members of the public at the April 9 meeting raised procedural concerns about how draft zoning amendments are prepared and published. Commenters asked for track‑changes versions and more time to review materials before the public hearing. The minutes record public comments from John MacGovern and Dan Jones focused on transparency and access to draft documents.
Commissioners and staff responded that the materials under discussion were working documents and that the version released for the public hearing would clearly show edits and provide adequate time for public review in compliance with state statutory requirements. The Commission also noted that additional public comments were received during the meeting reiterating those concerns.
