§ 8.06.090. Franchise application review process.  


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  • (a)

    The city council may award franchises for the collection of commercial debris within the city. The franchises awarded by the city council shall be granted to currently licensed private haulers meeting all terms and conditions of both this chapter and the franchise agreement.

    (b)

    Applicants may submit their completed application for a franchise, as provided in ordinance, to the administrator for review and consideration at any time during a designated application period. The administrator shall review such submittals and either make a recommendation to the city council to award such franchise, or notify applicant of denial, within 60 days of receiving a completed application.

    (c)

    The administrator shall take into consideration all components of the completed application, including but not limited to:

    (1)

    The ability of the applicant to meet all terms of the ordinance;

    (2)

    Any history of civil or criminal convictions that may compromise the public's interests; and

    (3)

    The completeness, accuracy, and validity of the application.

    The administrator, or his designee, shall also have the authority to verify independently any and all statements made and implied in the application. The administrator may also request clarification from applicant of any or all elements of the submitted application.

    (d)

    After the 60-day review period, the administrator shall either:

    (1)

    Deny an award and notify the applicant in writing of the reasons why the award was denied; or

    (2)

    Recommend to the city council that a franchise be awarded.

    (e)

    Upon concurrence with a positive recommendation, the city council will award the franchise or will delegate authority to the administrator to award the franchise within a reasonable period of time. The administrator will notify applicant in writing of an award.

(Ord. 732B §1(part), 2003)