[Massplanners] Private conversations with an applicant?

[Douglas Finn]

To all -

I need some reinforcement for my assumptions:

I have a board member who is proposing a one-on-one conversation with an
applicant, in an attempt to work out differences as to the scope of their
proposal, and to try to resolve some of the more sticky details.

This is in the middle of a special permit public hearing process (that has
been continued twice, and will likely be continued again.

To me, I'm afraid this could expose the adjudicative board's decision in
being overturned upon appeal.

Is there case law that supports my nervous concern?

Thanks,

- Doug.
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