(A) At the conclusion of the hearing, the hearing officer shall make a determination on the basis of the evidence presented at the hearing as to whether or not a municipal ordinance violation exists.
(B) The determination shall be in writing and shall be designated as findings, decision and order.
(C) The findings, decision and order shall include:
1. The hearing officer’s findings of fact;
2. Decision of whether or not a municipal ordinance violation exists based upon the findings of fact;
3. An order that states the sanction, which may include an order to correct the violation, or dismisses the case if a violation is not proved;
4. A monetary sanction shall not exceed the amount provided the village code, currently seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), or be less than an applicable minimum monetary sanction.
(D) A copy of any findings, decisions, or orders shall be served on the alleged violator within five (5) days after it is issued.
(E) Service shall be via first class mail.
(F) Payment of any penalty or fine and the disposition of any fine money shall be in the manner as set forth in the village code. (Ord. 2830, 11-7-2013; amd. Ord. 4090, 3-7-2024)