§ 3-9.07. Eligibility for Permit.

A permit may be denied if:

(a)

An applicant's vehicle/equipment do not receive CHP certification or lack required equipment.

(b)

Any of the proposed nonemergency transport vehicle operators do not possess the certificates required by Section 9-9.03 of this chapter.

(c)

If any of the proposed nonemergency transport vehicle operators:

(1)

Have been convicted of any of the offenses listed in Section 3-9.03(h)(7) of this chapter or a crime involving narcotics.

(2)

Have been convicted of driving a vehicle recklessly within the two (2) years immediately preceding application for the permit.

(3)

Have been convicted of driving a vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquors within the five (5) years immediately preceding application for a permit.

(4)

Does not possess a current, valid California driver's license with appropriate Class Certification to operate the nonemergency transport vehicle(s) for which the permit is being requested.

(5)

Does not possess a current, valid ambulance driver certification issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

(6)

Does not possess a current, valid emergency medical technician certification, Level 1 or higher, or Level 1A or higher if a proposed nonemergency transport vehicle is an ambulance, or medical license.

(d)

The applicant's color, scheme, insignia, name, monogram or other distinguishing characteristic conflicts with or imitates that of another person in a manner which may mislead or deceive the public.

(e)

The applicant cannot provide evidence of insurance coverage as required by Section 3-9.10 of this chapter.

(f)

The proposed nonemergency transport service is not required by the public convenience and necessity.

In the event that an application for a nonemergency transport permit is denied, Council shall set forth the specific factual grounds on which the denial is based. Denial of an application for a nonemergency transport permit by City Council constitutes a final decision.

(Added by Ord. 2928-C.S., § 1, effective 11-10-94)