§ 3-9.05. Investigation of Application.

Upon the filing of a fully completed application for a permit, the City Clerk shall fix a time for a public hearing thereon before the Council for the purpose of determining whether the public convenience and necessity require the proposed service. Before any application is acted upon by the Council, the City Manager shall cause the Police Chief to make an investigation and shall report his findings in writing, to the Council on the following:

(a)

The number, kind and type of equipment and the color scheme to be used.

(b)

The appropriateness of the vehicles proposed to be used for carrying or transporting injured or sick persons.

(c)

The ability, experience, and responsibility of the applicant, including any history of complaints filed against the applicant.

(d)

Whether the proposed nonemergency transport service is required by the public convenience and necessity.

(Added by Ord. 2928-C.S., § 1, effective 11-10-94)