The owner of the dog may appeal the designation by a written appeal statement received at the office of the City Administrator within ten (10) day after the designation notice is served upon the owner. The appeal statement must include a summary statement as to why the dog should not be declared potentially dangerous or dangerous as the case may be.
A. Hearing: The City Administrator shall hold a hearing within fourteen (14) days after receipt of the appeal statement. Within ten (10) business days after conclusion of the hearing, the City Administrator shall make written findings of fact and a written decision as to whether the dog is potentially dangerous or dangerous pursuant to this code.
B. Findings: The City Administrator's findings and decision must be served upon the dog's owner in the same manner as the designation notice provided above. Notice of the decision is effective upon delivery or mailing.
C. Court Appeal: The decision of the City Administrator is final but may be appealed by a writ of certiorari to the district court within thirty (30) days after notice of the decision.
D. Compliance: If the City Administrator upholds the designation made by Authorized Personnel, the dog's owner must comply with requirements of state law and this ordinance. (Ord. 159, 12-20-2021)