At the time of consideration of the appeal by the Common Council, all evidence and arguments shall be received, but shall be limited to the specific grounds of appeal and matters set forth in the notice of appeal. The appellant shall have the burden of establishing cause why the action appealed from should be altered, reversed or modified.
The department, agency, City officer, official or department head whose action is being considered shall have the opportunity to answer arguments made and rebut any evidence so offered. The Common Council shall review the evidence, findings and record relating to the decision or action. The Common Council may continue the matter from time to time, and at the conclusion of its consideration may affirm, reverse or modify the action appealed from and may take any action which might have been legally taken in the first instance by the person or entity from whose action the appeal has been taken. In the ruling on the appeal, the findings and action of the Common Council shall be final and conclusive in the matter.
(Ord. MC-410, 9-18-84; Ord. 2622, 11-17-64)