The appearance review committee shall perform the following duties:
A. The appearance review committee shall advise and consult the city council on any matter pertaining to this chapter and its enforcement. The topics under which this advice and consultation may be given may include, but are not limited to, any of the following:
1. Amendments to this chapter, and alterations or revisions to the arboricultural specifications manual, and alterations or revisions of the urban forestry plan.
2. Policy concerning selection, planting, maintenance, and removal of trees, shrubs, and other plants within the city.
3. Allocation and expenditure of funds pursuant to this chapter.
4. Establishment of educational and informational programs.
5. Development of policies and procedures regarding the chair's duties in relation to this chapter.
6. Issuance of permits required by this chapter.
B. The appearance review committee, upon the request of any person who disagrees with the decision of the chair, shall hear all issues of the disputes which arise between the chair and any such person whenever those issues involve matters or the interpretation or enforcement of the arboricultural specifications manual, the urban forest plan, or of the interpretation or enforcement of this chapter, including disputes regarding the issuance of permits, or the concurrence or nonconcurrence of the chair in permits required under other ordinances or laws, or the abatement of nuisances. The decision of a majority of the appointed members of the appearance review committee with regard to such dispute shall be binding upon the chair. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to limit the jurisdiction of any court of law with respect to such disputes. (Ord. 93-O-24, 8-3-1993; amd. 2009 Code)