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Chapter 9. NEW ORLEANS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD |
§ 5-902. Functions.
The Board shall:
(1)
Hear and decide cases for suspension or revocation of City alcoholic beverage permits.
(2)
If provided by ordinance, hear and decide appeals from persons who have been denied alcoholic beverage permits by an administrative official in the enforcement of applicable state or municipal laws.
The Board shall have the right to administer oaths, subpoena witnesses and compel the production of books and papers in connection with its activities.
The Board may employ necessary staff in accordance with applicable Civil Service law and subject to appropriations by the Council. The Board's operation and procedures shall be governed by Chapter 1 of Article IX of this Charter and by applicable state and municipal law.