The board encourages any interested party to a hearing before the board to submit a brief synopsis of the matter, argument, and a proposed decision (including findings of fact and conclusions of law, if applicable). Any synopsis, argument or proposed decision must be received by and lodged with the board prior to commencement of the hearing. Failure to submit documents contemplated hereunder shall not prejudice an interested party. (Ord. 293, 5-24-1995)