§ 3-12.07. Permit Application Procedures.

(a)

Applications for a funeral escort permit shall be filed with the Police Chief on forms provided by the Modesto Police Department and shall contain or be accompanied by the following:

(1)

Name and address of applicant, and the applicant's funeral escort service employer if the applicant is employed by such a service;

(2)

Proof of liability insurance in compliance with this chapter;

(3)

Proof of satisfactory completion of a traffic safety program of instruction as required under this chapter;

(4)

Proof that the applicant holds a valid California Vehicle Operator's License, properly endorsed for the type of vehicle the applicant intends to use while directing vehicular funeral processions;

(5)

Payment of permit, insignia and inspection fees as established by the schedule of fees resolution of the City Council;

(6)

Proof that the vehicle to be used in the course of conducting escorts has been inspected by the Modesto Police Department to insure that it meets the equipment and safety requirements as set forth by the Police Chief;

(7)

An indemnification and hold harmless agreement as required by this chapter, signed by the applicant and the applicant's funeral escort service employer; and

(8)

Such other information as may be required by the Police Chief.

(b)

If all the requirements for approval of a funeral escort permit are met, then the Police Chief shall issue a permit within fourteen (14) days of submission of the completed application.

(c)

The funeral escort permit shall be valid for a period of two (2) years from the date of issuance and such permits shall not be transferable.

(Added by Ord. 3220-C.S., § 1, effective 6-7-01)