A. The deadline for filing an appeal is 30 days after receipt of the written notice of denial, suspension or revocation. Mailed notice is deemed received three business days after mailing. The appeal shall be filed with the City Recorder and shall state:

B. The Council shall hear and determine the appeal on the basis of the written appeal and additional evidence presented prior to the end of the hearing. The appellant shall be provided at least 14 days’ written notice of a hearing on the appeal. The appellant may waive the right to an in-person hearing and request a decision based on the written appeal.

C. At the hearing, the appellant may present testimony and oral argument, personally or by counsel, and any additional evidence. The rules of evidence as used by courts of law do not apply, and the decision of the Council after the hearing is final. [Ord. NS-2157, 2011]