For the purpose of enforcing the provisions of this chapter the city’s Finance Director or other authorized agent of the city is empowered to enter upon the premises of any person subject to this section to make inspection, examine, and/or audit the books and records. and it shall be unlawful for any person to fail or refuse to make available the necessary books and records. In the event that the audit or inspection reveals that the establishment has filed false information, the cost of the audit shall be added to the corrected amount due and late penalties in addition to other penalties provided herein. Each day of failure to pay the proper fee shall constitute a separate offense. The city Finance Director, or other authorized agent of the city, shall have authority to enter the business within the city to insure compliance with this section. Records of inspections and audits shall not be deemed public records and shall not be released by the city.
(Ord. 03-07-01, passed --)