The provisions of §§ 112.125 through 112.129 notwithstanding, a franchisee may submit a proposal for renewal of a franchise in accordance with 47 USC § 546(h). The city must hold one or more public hearings or implement other procedures under which comments on the proposal from the public may be received. Following such public hearings or other procedures, the Council shall determine whether the franchise should be renewed and the terms and conditions of any renewal. In making its determination, the Council shall not consider the pendency of any other application for a franchise.
(Ord. 96-9, passed 2-26-1996)