As used in these rules, the following terms shall have the meanings
indicated:
BOARD
The duly appointed Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Niskayuna.
The officers of the Board shall consist of a Chairman, Acting Chairman
and Secretary.
A. Chairman. The Chairman shall be designated by the Town
Board. He shall perform all duties required by law, ordinance and these rules.
He shall preside at all meetings of the Board. The Chairman shall decide on
all points of order and procedure, subject to these rules, unless directed
otherwise by a majority of the Board. The Chairman shall appoint any committees
found necessary to carry out the business of the Board. The Chairman may administer
oaths and compel the attendance of witnesses as necessary to carry out the
business of the Board. The Chairman's signature shall be the official
signature of the Board and shall appear on all decisions as directed by the
Board.
B. Acting Chairman. An Acting Chairman shall be appointed
by a majority of the Board from its members to serve in the absence of the
Chairman. He shall have all the powers of the Chairman during his absence,
disability or disqualification.
C. Secretary. A Secretary shall be appointed by the Board.
The Secretary, subject to the direction of the Board and the Chairman, shall
keep minutes of all Board proceedings, showing the vote of each member upon
question or, if absent or failing to vote, indicating such fact and shall
also keep records of all Board examinations and other official actions.