§ 6.5-156. Administration; delegation of powers and authority.

(a)

The mayor is hereby designated the individual responsible for the continuing administration of this article and matters related to the operation of wireline systems or providers of service utilizing a system in the city that use or occupy the property of the city or the city's rights-of-way for such purpose.

(b)

Unless expressly prohibited by federal, state or local law, the city council or the mayor may delegate authority to assist in the administration of this article or a franchise granted pursuant to this article.

(c)

Unless expressly prohibited by federal, state or local law, the city council is hereby authorized, at its sole discretion, to create an appointed advisory council, commission, or committee.

(d)

Notwithstanding anything in this section, the city council may never delegate its initial or renewal franchising, licensing or permitting power, or power of revocation or termination of such, or any right or authority it may have to impose or assess fines and/or penalties under this law, to another person or representative, advisory council, commission, or committee.

(Ord. No. A-177, § 6, 3-13-2000)