The city hereby declares as a legislative finding that the rights-of-way within the city:
(A) Are a unique and physically limited resource;
(B) Are critical to the travel and transport of persons and property in the city;
(C) Are intended for public uses and must be managed and controlled consistent with that intent;
(D) Can be partially occupied by the facilities of utilities and public service entities, to the enhancement of the health, welfare, and general economic well being of the city and its citizens; and
(E) Should be subject to specific additional regulations imposed in a competitively neutral and non-discretionary manner as established by this chapter to ensure coordination of users, maximize available space, and facilitate entry of a maximum number of providers of communications and other services in the public interest.
(Ord. 4-2005, passed 5-19-05)