If the governing body of a public entity wishes to appeal an action of the department taken under Section 14085 the matter shall be appealed to the Secretary of Transportation. Within a reasonable time after receiving the appeal, the secretary shall hear all parties involved and determine the matter, or the secretary may appoint a hearing officer to hear all parties involved and make a recommendation for the consideration of the secretary in determining the matter.
(Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 352, Sec. 289. (AB 1317) Effective September 26, 2013. Operative July 1, 2013, by Sec. 543 of Ch. 352.)