Any person seeking a special permit for erection of any new utility poles and wires within the City boundaries and above the surface of the ground shall first make application therefor to the City Manager or his or her designee which application shall be approved or denied. In the event the permit is denied, the applicant may appeal the decision of the City Manager or his or her designee by presenting his or her objections in writing to the Council with a copy to the City Manager or his or her designee within ten days of the City Manager’s or his or her designee’s denial. The City Manager or his or her designee may grant the permit within five days or shall submit the appeal together with a written report of his or her recommendations to the Council within 20 days of the date of receipt of the appeal. The Council may hear arguments and shall decide the matter. (Prior Code, § 9-9-3)