SECTION 10.08. FRANCHISES.
   All grants or renewal of franchises to construct or operate any public utilities on, under or above the streets and public places of the City, shall be in all respects governed by general laws of the State. However, subject to the rights of property holders under the Constitution of Ohio, the Council at all times may direct the distribution of space in, over, under or across all streets or public grounds occupied by public utility fixtures.