§ 18-142. Rehearing and appeals.

(a)

If the county board takes disciplinary action against a contractor following the hearing provided for in section 18-141, its order shall take effect immediately; provided, however, that the violator may file a petition for rehearing as provided in subsection (b) of this section.

(b)

A petition for rehearing may be filed with the county administrator within ten days after the entry of an order by the county board. The petition must specify the grounds upon which it is based, including a reference to any evidence that may not have been presented or considered at the prior hearing. In its decision to grant or deny the rehearing, the board shall set forth in writing the grounds for its action. A copy of the decision shall be mailed to the petitioner and to any other parties who have supported or opposed the petition within five days following the decision.

(c)

If a rehearing is granted pursuant to this section, the county board may vacate its prior disciplinary order, and shall set the matter for further hearing after giving reasonable notice to the parties concerned. After the rehearing, the board shall promptly render its decision and give notice thereof in the same manner as provided for an original decision.

(d)

If a petition for rehearing has been denied by the county board, or if, following a rehearing, the board takes or affirms disciplinary action against the petitioner, such individual may file a writ of certiorari in the circuit court to review the county board's decision. Such action shall be reviewed under standards applicable to certiorari proceedings.

(Ord. No. 89-5, § 1(4B), 8-8-89)