Sec. 18-14   Public utilities; license fees authorized
   Except where the same may be in conflict with the laws of the State or constitution, the City shall have the right to license and impose a license fee on communication services, transportation systems, gas, electric, and water meters, or any devices used for measuring services, also communication devices, electric light and power poles, conduits, and wires. All license fees shall be exclusive of and in addition to other lawful taxes upon the property.