Syracuse, N.Y., Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27 § 27-194

(a) All hearings shall be held in the city of Syracuse at such place as the director shall designate from time to time. Hearings shall be held at least twice per month.
(b) All hearings shall be held from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except on Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays, or at such other time as designated by the director.
(c) Every hearing for the adjudication of a charge of a violation shall be held before a deputy administrative law judge or the director. The respondent may be represented by legal counsel. No charges may be sustained except upon proof by substantial evidence. All testimony shall be given under oath or affirmation.
(d) All hearings must be held in accordance with the New York State Administrative Procedure Act.
(e) A record shall be made of every hearing either by stenographic recordings or by mechanical or electronic methods as the director shall determine. A transcript of such record shall be supplied to the respondent upon application and upon the payment of a fee. The director may, in his or her discretion or at the request of the respondent, on a showing of good cause and need thereof, subpoena the attendance of witnesses, including the issuing officer, and the production of relevant books, records or other information.
(f) In the case of a refusal to obey a subpoena, the bureau may make application to a court of competent jurisdiction for an order requiring such appearance, testimony, or production of evidence.
(g) The bureau may, with or without the respondent's request or consent, consolidate for hearing or appeal one or more charges pending against such respondent. An adjournment may be requested by the respondent (up to twenty-four (24) hours) prior to the hearing, but not more than two (2) adjournments shall be granted except under extraordinary circumstances which the director shall determine.