§ 11.10.070. Powers and duties of the transportation inspector.

A.

In addition to the other duties and powers granted by this title, the transportation inspector shall:

1.

Act as recording secretary to the commission;

2.

Keep records relating to regulated vehicles, chauffeurs, and dispatch services licensed under this title;

3.

Investigate, inspect and examine vehicles, drivers, records and any and all other things related to the operation of regulated vehicles, and to issue citations and commence actions to deny, suspend or revoke licenses and permits;

4.

Receive and process all applications for permits and licenses;

5.

Administer contracts and serve as the municipal representative for outsourced services such as drug testing and vehicle inspection;

6.

Identify and refer license and permit applicants to specialized training providers and resources, as needed, to assist with the special needs of accessible transportation for persons with disabilities;

7.

Identify and require vehicle inspections, as needed, to protect the health and safety of persons and property;

8.

Identify and require licensee and permittee recordkeeping protocols and record submission schedules; and

9.

Provide a current checklist for reference by an applicant, licensee, permittee, and the public of the notices and information required by code for display on the interior and exterior of regulated vehicles.

(AO No. 78-177; AO No. 80-19(S); AO No. 81-149; AO No. 84-18; AO No. 98-51(S), § 1, 5-4-99; AO No. 2013-109(S-1), § 1, 12-3-13)