(A) If the City Manager or designee denies and application for a license, the owner(s)/applicant(s) may request a hearing before the City Council. Appeals shall be made in writing within 30 calendar days of denial of the application.
(B) Appeals shall be made on a form provide by the Taxicab Inspector. The City Council may adopt a fee for the appeal.
(C) The City Manager or designee shall forward the application and the written reasons for denial of the application to the City Council, as well as the appeal form received.
(D) The City Clerk shall schedule the appeal at a convenient time, but in case later than 60 days after receipt of a completed appeal form and fee.
(E) The City Council will consider the appeal in a quasi-judicial proceeding and base their decision on sworn or verified testimony of the parties and witnesses present, and any written evidence accepted by the Council. Decisions shall be based on substantial, competent and relevant evidence submitted at the public hearing.
(Ord. passed - - )