(a) Applications for certificates of public convenience and necessity under the provisions of this chapter shall be filed in writing with the Mayor in such form as the Mayor shall prescribe. The application shall contain a statement of the name and address of the applicant, the character of the business to be transacted, the kind of equipment, the number of taxicabs to be used, the condition of the equipment, and such other facts as may be required.
(b) Whenever any applicant for a certificate of public convenience and necessity shall have complied with all conditions and regulations relative to the filing of its application, it shall be the duty of the Mayor to have a public hearing thereon to determine the public convenience and necessity as hereinafter set forth.
(c) Written notice by regular mail of the hearing shall be given to all interested persons, including the owner of the vehicle, at least five days before the date set for the hearing.
(d) After the hearing before the Mayor, the Mayor shall record with the Auditor his findings. If the Mayor grants such application, the certificate for public convenience and necessity shall be issued to the company upon its compliance with the provisions of this chapter.
(e) Whenever the Mayor deems is abusive to the public peace, health, safety, convenience or general welfare, and after notice and hearing as hereinbefore set forth in the procedure for the granting of an application for a certificate of public convenience and necessity, the Mayor may by resolution revoke any certificate of public convenience and necessity theretofore granted. No fees paid shall be returned upon revocation.
(Ord. 1159. Passed 5-13-63.)