Sec.10-293-24. Final decision

Following receipt of exceptions or briefs, and after oral argument, if any, the board shall render a final decision in accordance with Section 4-180 (a) of the General Statutes, as amended.

(a) The board may affirm, modify or reverse a proposed decision in whole or in part. The board or executive director may remand the matter to the hearing officer for further proceedings, including the reopening of the hearing for any stated purpose.

(b) All final decisions shall be in writing and signed by the executive director and a copy shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested to each party. A final decision shall be effective upon receipt or as stated in the decision, whichever is later.

(c) If a decision is made to remand or reopen a hearing, the hearing officer shall, as applicable, issue a revised proposed decision upon completion of the hearing, which decision shall be subject to the provisions of this section. Such remanded or reopened hearings shall be limited to the issues specified in the notice thereof.

(Effective July 23, 1987)