A. At the time set for hearing, the city manager or hearing examiner shall proceed to hear the testimony of the director, the appellant, and other competent persons, respecting those matters or issues specifically listed by the appellant in the notice of appeal.
B. The proceedings at the hearing shall be electronically recorded. Either party may provide a certified shorthand reporter to maintain a record of the proceedings at the party's own expense.
C. The city manager or hearing examiner may, upon request of the appellant or upon request of the director, grant continuances from time to time for good cause shown, or upon his or her own motion.
D. In any proceedings under this chapter, the city manager or hearing examiner has the power to administer oaths and affirmations and to certify to official acts. (Ord. 2020-0018 § 2)