A. This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the Liquor License Review Chapter, and may also be referred to herein as this chapter.
B. The purposes of this chapter are to establish the principal criteria which shall be considered by the Council and its designees, the Chief of Police, in making recommendations to the Oregon Liquor Control Commission concerning the granting, denying, modifying or renewing of all liquor licenses for premises within the city limits and to establish a process, to be utilized for the investigation of license applicants for the purpose of making recom- mendations, that is fair, effective and efficient. This chapter is necessary to ensure that all premises licensed to sell and dispense liquor in any form, meet the high expectations of this community that all businesses are conducted in a lawful manner that does not unreasonably disturb the peace and tranquility of this city and its neighborhoods.