A. This chapter shall be construed in a manner consistent with all applicable federal and state laws.
B. In the event that the state or federal government discontinues preemption in any area of cable communications over which it currently exercises jurisdiction in such manner as to expand rather than limit municipal regulatory authority, grantor may, if it so elects, adopt rules and regulations in these areas to the extent permitted by law so long as it does not increase the burdens on grantees.
C. This chapter shall apply to all permits granted or renewed after the effective date hereof. It shall further apply to the extent permitted by applicable federal or state law to all existing permits granted prior to the effective date hereof.
D. Grantee's rights are subject to the police powers of the city to adopt and enforce ordinances necessary to the health, safety and welfare of the public. Grantee shall comply with all applicable general laws and ordinances enacted by the city pursuant to that power.
E. Grantee shall not be relieved of its obligation to comply with any of the provisions of this chapter or any permit granted pursuant to this chapter by reason of any failure of the city to enforce prompt compliance.
F. This chapter and any permit granted pursuant to this chapter shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the substantive laws of the state of Oklahoma. (Ord. 6007, 8-23-2004)