§ 9-145. Investigation of application for ambulance service; public hearing by health officer

Upon receipt of a completed application for ambulance service or convalescent transport service, together with the application fee established by resolution of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, the health officer shall conduct an investigation and hold a public hearing to determine if the public health, safety, welfare, convenience and necessity require the granting of a license and to further determine if the applicant meets all the requirements of this article [sections 9-141—9-162]. In making such determination the health officer shall consider, among other things, the demand for such service and the adequacy of existing service. At least fifteen (15) days' written notice of said hearing shall be given by registered mail to the applicant and to all persons holding ambulance service and convalescent transport service licenses and to appropriate city officials. Notice shall be given to the general public by posting in the Orange County Hall of Administration and city hall at least fifteen (15) days prior to said hearing.

(Ord. No. 79-30, § 2, 12-17-79)