we have joseph duffy who is the senior building inspector represented apartment building inspection. sitting next to him is scott sanchez, the city's zoning administrator. we're also joined by dr. johnson -- who is representing the public health division. at this time, please go over the board meeting guidelines and then conduct the swearing in process. >> the board request that you turn off all phones, beepers, pagers, so they will not disturb the proceedings. the rules and presentation are as follows, appellants, permit holders, and apart and respondents each have seven minutes to present their cases and three minutes for rebuttal. people affiliated must include their comments within the seven to three minute periods. to assist the board and the actor preparation minutes, members of the public who wish to speak on a particular item are asked but not required to submit a speaker cards or business card when you come up to the lectern. speaker cards and pans are available on the left side of the podium. the board welcomes your comments and suggestions. there are customer satisfaction