Any member of the Town Council, Plan Commission, or Board of Zoning Appeals to whom some private benefit, direct or indirect, financial or otherwise, may come as a result of a public action concerning this chapter, shall not be a participant in that action. The possibility, not the actuality, of a conflict shall govern. The individual experiencing a conflict of interest shall declare his or her interest, abstain from voting on the matter, and refrain from any deliberations on the matter. The individual shall not discuss the matter with a fellow official for the purpose of influencing a decision thereon.
(Ord. 01-04-01, passed 4-10-2001)