Standow v. City of Spokane

The City of Spokane appeals from an order of the Superior Court issued upon a writ of certiorari filed by the respondent, Randy Standow, directing appellant to issue to respondent a license to operate taxicabs within the city. We reverse.

Respondent made application, pursuant to an ordinance of the City of Spokane, for a license to operate a motor vehicle for hire. The Spokane Police Department Licensing Division refused to grant the license, and respondent sought review of that decision by the city council. The council affirmed the decision of the licensing division and respondent then sought…