Not more than 45 taxicabs and limousines are required to meet the requirements for the convenience and necessity of the public. No certificates to operate additional taxicabs or limousines in the city shall hereafter be issued until the total number of certificates outstanding for the operation of taxicabs and limousines has been reduced below 45.
('70 Code, § 24-36) (Ord. 1977-51, passed 10-24-77)