A. The Pierce County Department of Planning and Public Works shall be responsible for the administration and enforcement of franchises and Right-of-Way Permits.

B. In accordance with RCW 36.55.040, the Pierce County Council shall set a time and place for a public hearing on each franchise application. The Council shall post notice of such hearing in three public places 15 days before the hearing and publish notice twice in the official County newspaper at least 5 days prior to the hearing date pursuant to the provisions of RCW 36.55.040.