§ 4.40.120. Franchise—Application—Hearing

At the time set for the hearing and any continuance thereof the city council shall hear all oral and written evidence in support of and/or in opposition to the application. The hearing shall be conducted informally and judicial rules of evidence shall not apply. The city council may require that oral testimony be given under oath. Upon completion of the hearing the city council shall award a franchise to the successful applicant or applicants or reject all applications. In making its determination the city council shall give consideration to the following factors:

A.

Experience, character, background and financial responsibility of the applicant.

B.

Type and capacity of service proposed.

C.

Proposed rates.

D.

Technical and performance quality of equipment.

E.

Construction schedule.

F.

Such other factors as the city council deems pertinent.

Selection of a successful applicant or applicants shall be made by a majority vote of the city council based upon the above factors and such other criteria as the city council in its sole discretion shall determine.

(Ord. No. 286)