A. Cause Of Suspension, Revocation Or Denial: A license issued under this chapter may be suspended or revoked or issuance may be denied for any of the following causes:
1. Fraud, misrepresentation or false statement contained in the application for license;
2. Fraud, misrepresentation or false statement made in the course of carrying on the business of being a peddler, solicitor or canvasser;
3. Any violation of this chapter, any violation of city ordinances or carrying on business in violation of any city, state or federal law;
4. Conviction of any felony or other crime involving moral turpitude, or conducting the business of peddling, soliciting or canvassing in an unlawful manner or in such manner as to constitute a breach of the peace or so as to constitute a menace to the health, safety or welfare of the public.
B. Notice: Notice of suspension, revocation or denial of a license shall be in writing and mailed to the licensee at the address of record on the original application.
C. Appeals: Any person aggrieved by the suspension, revocation or denial of a license by the city clerk shall have the right of appeal to the city council. Such appeal shall be taken by filing with the city clerk written notice thereof within five (5) business days after the entry of the notice of suspension, revocation or denial. The notice of appeal shall specify an address at which the licensee may be given notice of hearing on the appeal. The city council shall hear the appeal or may refer the same to a committee or hearing examiner for hearing. The hearing will take place not more than fifteen (15) business days from the date the notice off appeal is filed with the city clerk. At the hearing, the licensee shall be entitled to appear in person and offer evidence pertinent to the suspension, revocation or denial, or may appear through legal counsel. The city clerk shall likewise be entitled to be heard at the hearing and to offer evidence in support of the notice of suspension, revocation or denial. The city council shall determine whether the suspension, revocation or denial shall be upheld or reversed and shall put its findings and conclusions in writing. At the discretion of the city council or hearing examiner, other evidence may be received and other witnesses may be heard. A transcribable record shall be retained relating to any hearing conducted. (Ord. 638, 12-22-2003)