(A) Every application for a license shall be made in writing to the Clerk/Treasurer/Administrator at least 15 days in advance of the date of the display. The application shall be promptly referred to the Fire Marshal, who shall make an investigation to determine whether the operator of the display is certified by the State Fire Marshal, is competent and whether the display is of a character and is to be so located, discharged or fired that it will not be hazardous to property or endanger any person. The Fire Marshal shall report the findings of this investigation to the Clerk/Treasurer/Administrator and if the Marshal reports that in his or her opinion, the operator is competent and that the display as planned, will confirm to safety requirements, including the rules and regulations of the State Fire Marshal, the Clerk/Treasurer/Administrator shall issue a license for the display.
(’77 Code, § 505.02)
(B) The license shall not be issued until a fee as may be established from time to time by Council resolution is paid for each day of the display.
(’77 Code, § 505.03)