[§201N-10]  Public participation; public
meetings.  Upon acceptance of the permit plan application for a renewable
energy facility, the coordinator shall hold a public meeting on the island on
which the renewable energy facility will be built.  The purpose of the public
meetings shall be to promote public awareness of the proposed renewable energy
facility in the affected areas.  The public meeting shall be an opportunity for
any members of the affected community to provide input regarding the development
and construction of the renewable energy facility and regarding the permit plan
developed pursuant to section 201N-4.  The public meeting shall also be an
opportunity for the coordinator, the applicant, and any applicable state or
county agencies to gain public and community sentiment regarding the proposed
development of the renewable energy facility and incorporate the public
sentiment and input into the planning of the proposed renewable energy
facility. [L 2008, c 207, pt of §2]