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2/23/2004 - STAFF REPORTS
Mayor, City Council—Dana L. Stewart and James F. McKinley of Palm Springs (760) 864-4181 Timing and Procedure changes The folks in planning and city government have been tinkering with timing and procedures for some time now. They've not noticed meetings properly, not answered questions or challenges, approved mass-grading and boulder-busting projects without sufficient study and assurances, or independent EIRs. Even the EIR for Palm Hills did not mention this known fungus among us. We see this limiting of time for public input, and making the timing for comment even more difficult, as another blatant attempt to exclude and limit public participation in the democratic process. Half of us cannot even make it by 7:00, let alone 6:00. WE WORK, YOU KNOW. Many of us until six. When do we get to eat?or drive from here to there? If we also have to fill in cards beforehand, it makes it doubly difficult. It seems that they're shuffled to allow proponents of massive developments to have the last word. We should have comment AFTER we listen to developers and city council members, who have an unlimited time to drone on, and on, Mr. Mills took over forty minutes one night to answer 6 minutes of comment-about how wonderful their monstrosities are. We have to look at drawings of the butchering of our hillsides for hours on end. We want anequal share of the time and funding as the developers get! Not less! What happened to the Final Public Comments and Requests at the very end? Sometimes, it is a person's only time to speak! Mr. Mills may now always have the last, interminable words.Why is the Redevelopment function floating all over the agenda? How will we know when we can speak on an issue of concern? There has been abuse of the bully pulpit in this town. We want to have a video copy of the"State of the City" speech. How do we obtain it?We would like to see the accounting projections that prove when, and if, these projects are truly revenue generators, or revenue losers. We believe that you will be legally required to provide EIRs for mass grading, and boulder-busting, and the increase in the resultant"Valley Fever"fungal pneumonia. Healthy people die from it, let alone at-risk people! People,who moved here for their health, for peace and quiet, are being threatened. Stringent assurances that the hillsides will not be destabilized from terracing it, contrary to the terrain, particularly during flood conditions, are absolutely necessary. These hillside projects put life and property at risk. So, Yes is Best on B. And say no to Costly Catastrophes, Vote No on C. As �Y Jry'1 G Good Evening Mayor and City Council, We are Dana Stewart and James McKinley of Palm Springs. (760) t 64-4181. We have a big idea. it's called, F acili tr, lho Da„:vitas,. neaardl We're so happy to see that the Boulders project was sent back,to the Planning Commission for a topo model, and possibly a computer simulation. Vile think:this is a great idea. As it concerns the mass-grading for 40 homes at once, on our boulder-strewn hillsides, we cannot understand why the Crescendo, which concerns the mass-grading for 80 homes at once,would not be sent back for the same edifying process. Was this done for the Palm Hills project,which has mass-grading in mind for hundreds of homes? As we are in a position to be at the bottom of the boulder pile should 'this mass-grading destabilize'the land, we have a real personal stake in all this. We noticed that no one took us up on our offer to trade homes during the minimum 16 to 24 months of the endless Crescendo of Boulder-busting There might be a rnininnum of a decade for the trade, to assure that it won't all be fumbling down on top of us. Our corporate attorney is on oxygen at Eisenhower because of fungal pneumonia. We're really worried about That, too. 1Vis. Maraniz of the Planning Commission would be our top candidate for the trade. Just the opposite of her siatemeni that proponents say, "we've got ours, now you can`t have yours", she Can have ours! Has the City Council, or the Planning Commission, looked into 'the history of these parcels'? Sometime between 1985 and 1990, these boulder-strelvn areas were declared "un- buildable". When the City tried to have everyone on sewer, and not on septic as they are, the terrain was declared to be "cost-prohibitive". We still do not have our challenge answered as to the costs to the city for infrastructure, water use, and emergency services for these projects. With photos, and testimony from Ms. Foat and Mr. Pcugnet, about the boulder-crushers' effects, we cannot understand why the request for an FIR was rejected, and the totally inadequate and challenged Negative Mitigation Report was approved. The fungus endemic io our area, testified to by Dr. Larry Cone, was dismissed by Mr Wessman's attorney as having been presented before, and they asked if Dr. Cone had performed the tests for the fungus on those areas of land. This is exactly the point. It is not the docior'sjob It is the developer's job. This !mown major hearth hazard, to at-risk people in our town, was not even mentioned in the report. This alone demands an FIR! False and misleading statements from City and Tram officials are being made in the press. Just how many man-hours and money has been spent by the City in trying to discredit the citizen- sponsored ballot measures2 We'd like to have equal time and funding from the City. When half-truihs are given, remember that they are, by definition, hall lies. There is no reason whatsoever, that if an environmentally friendly change to 'the initiative were needed, that they could not put that change on a ballot for a vote by the people, also. So, basically the developers and our officials are railroading These projects down our throats like a bullet train,without the proper safeguards. We're sure that they will not like what they find out in an EIR, but we Insist—=+ach, to 9,Le t.t(icavv' nq oa d. 9 '�Ap C� MOUNT SAN JACINTO WINTER PARK AUTHORITY January 25,2005 David Ready City Manager City of Palm Springs P.O. Box 2743 Pahn Springs, CA 92263 Dear Mr. Manager, The Mount San Jacinto Winter Park Authority, dba Palm Springs Aerial Tramway,is gravely concerned that the passage of Measure B, entitled"Mountain Preservation Initiative" could adversely impact the ability of the Tramway to provide any new attraction or construct any new service for the benefit of our customers. Of the most current concern is that we are required to develop a Traffic N ingation measure that has focused upon the development of an environmentally and aesthetically pleasing parking facility in the vicinity of Tramway and Highway 111. With this facility;we would be able to shuttle customers to the Valley Station, thus reducing substantially the traffic on Tramway, itself, in the interest of benefiting the Big Horn Sheep. Should Measure B pass, this mitigation measure would be in jeopardy based upon the Measure's prohibition that states, "no other development or land use shall be allowed," other than a 5,000 square foot single family residence on a 40 acre parcel. As a consequence, and with true regret, we find it necessary to explore de-annexing from the jurisdiction of the City of Palm Springs. One of the requirements of so accomplishing this de- annexation would be the concurrence of the City. Please lmow that this need to preserve our options is not a reflection of our feelings regarding the City of Palm Springs. Indeed,we have enjoyed a long positive and supportive relationship. Please advise me when it might be convenient to meet to discuss this unfortunate matter. ,r-3fnce`ie-1— \y / Rob W Parkins President& General Manager RWP:hs cc: Chair and Members,Mt. San Jacinto Winter Park Authority Mayor and Members of the Palm Springs City Council George J. Sploos,LAFCO Executive Officer PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY Ph: (760) 325-1449 Fax: (760) 325-6682 One Tramway Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262 1 Web: www.pstramway.com RESOLUTION NO. 2005-2 OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MOUNT SAN JACINTO WINTER PARK AUTHORITY ENCOURAGING THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' VOTERS TO REJECT THE MOUNTAIN REGIONS HILLSIDE "MEASURE B" AT THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS MARCH 8Tx, 2005 SPECIAL ELECTION WHEREAS the Mount San Jacinto Winter Park Authority, dba Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, is actively engaging in Capital Improvements to enhance the experience of its visitors; and, WHEREAS the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway's Valley Station is within the corporate boundaries of the City of Palm Springs; and, WHEREAS an Initiative Measure entitled "Mountain Preservation Initiative" has been certified and placed upon the City of Palm Springs' March 8, 2005 Special Election which, if passed, would remove the current zoning and land uses and replace them with a land use limited to one single family residence on a forty acre parcel; and, WHEREAS no other development or land use shall be allowed; and, WHEREAS the passage of this Measure could impact the ability of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to provide any new attraction or construct any new service for the benefit of our customers,including parking at Highway 111 and Tramway. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Mt. San Jacinto Winter Park Authority hereby encourages the voters of the City of Palm Springs to reject the Mountain Regions Hillside "Measure B" at the March 8th special election. Adopted this 18th day of January 2005. AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 2 ATTEST: Mt. San Jacinto Winter Park Authority By: /C�/j' AuiZ Clerk President & Generral wager DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY LOS ANGELES DISTRICT,CORPS OF ENGINEERS PO BOX 53MI LOS ANGELES,CALIFORNIA 80053.2325 REPLY TO ATTENTION OF; P September l7, 1999 Office of the Chief Regulatory Branch DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY NATIONWIDE PERMIT AUTHORIZATION Robert). Leo Mount San Jacinto Winter Park Authority Palm Springs Aerial Tramway 1 Tramway Road 75-150 Sheryl Ave. Palm Desert,California 92211 Dear Robert: This is in reply to your letter (No. 199916318-RRS) dated August 12, 1999, concerning our permit authority under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act of 1972 (33 U.S.C. 1344) over your proposal to construct the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Modemization Project (as shown in the attached drawings) in Chino Creek in Palm Springs, County,California. The Corps of Engineers has determined that your proposed activity complies with the terms and conditions of nationwide permit NW26 [Federal Register,December 13, 1996,pp. 65874-659221 for discharges of dredged or fill material into headwaters and isolated waters provided that the activity meets all of the following criteria in the permit terms and conditions (Enclosure). For the purposes of this NWP, the acreage of loss of waters of the United States includes the filled area plus waters of the United States that are adversely affected by flooding, excavation or drainage as a result of the project. The 3 acre and 1/3 acre limits of NW 26 are absolute, and cannot be increased by any mitigation plan offered by the applicant or required by the District Engineer. Whenever any other NWP is used in conjunction with this NWP, the total acreage of impacts to waters of the United States of all NWPs combined,can not exceed 3 acres. As long as you comply with the attached nationwide permit terms and conditions, an individual permit is not required. This letter of verification is valid for a period not to exceed two years unless the nationwide permit is modified, reissued, revoked, or expires before that time. Presently, all nationwide permits are scheduled to expire on February 11, 2002 extent nationwide permit NW 26 which is currently scheduled to expire. on January 5, 2000, or the effective date of the new and modified NWPs, whichever occurs first. It is incumbent upon you to remain informed of changes to the nationwide permits. We will issue a public notice announcing the changes when they occur- Furthermore, if you commence or are under contract to commence this activity before the date the nationwide permit is modified or revoked, you will have twelve months from the date of the modification or revocation to complete the activity under the present berms and conditions of the nationwide permit. Furthermore,you must comply with the following Special Conditions: 1. That the permittee shall prepare a Transportation Plan (Plan) that reduces traffic impacts from the Tramway Road on Peninsular Bighorn Sheep (PBS). The Plan shall be prepared in cooperation with the Corps, the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG), and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) throughout the planning process. The Plan shall be submitted to the Corps, CDFG, and the Service by May 30, 2000 for approval and implementation by the permittee. The Plan shall reduce traffic on Tramway Read below a level of significance to PBS to the marimurn extent practicable. The Plan shall be incorporated into the State Park General Plan. Permittee shall notify the Corps if any negotiations begin regarding changes to the traffic on Tramway Rd. from other developments in Chino Canyon that may affect or be inconsistent with the Plan. Permittee shall notify the Corps prior to access being granted on Tramway Road from traffic from any new developments within Chino Canyon. If Plan is not approved and implemented the Corps may initiate Section 7 consultation and suspend the permit and/or initiate legal proceedings with the U.S. Attorney. 2. Permittee shall ensure that no blasting shall occur until the permittee coordinates with the CDFG to locate cheep via radio-telemetry. The CDFG and the Service shall analyse the radio- telemetry data and determine if blasting can proceed. Permittee shall ensure that all biological monitors have the authority to stop blasting or other activities that they deem may adversely affect sheep. A nationwide permit does not grant any property rights or exclusive privileges. Also, it does not authorize any injury to the property or rights of others or authorize interference with any existing or proposed Federal project. Furthermore, it does not obviate the need to obtain other Federal,state,or local authorizations required by law. - 1 cl- y . y3 y U_+/ 1 /l..J 4.G... ml, L `ft`+bujr oye 4/ 11 � Thank you for participating in our regulatory program. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Revo Smith of my staff at(213)452-3419- Sincerely, ON/ i�ko4 A-� ,k_ tAij Mark Durham Chief,South Coast Section Regulatory Branch Enclosure i ; Sinr ant Potentially U UnIess Lccs Than Siymificant hLtigation Si5mi6cant No Impact Impact Inmryoaatcd Impact 5.6 _ TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result in: r f a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? _ X b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? _ _ _ X c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby uses? _ _ _ X d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? _ _ _ X e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? _ _ _ X g) Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts? _ _ _ X Transportation/Circulation a) - Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated. Tramway Road is the only vehicular access to the project site. it is a private roadway open to the public which connects the Tramway terminal(Valley Station) at the western end of Chino Canyon with Highway 1 i 1 at the eastern end. The road is owned and maintained by the WPA which operates the Palm Springs [ i Aerial Tramway. There is currently a gate located approximately a quarter mile west of the intersection with Highway III which restricts public traffic before 6:15 a.m and after 10:45 p.m daily and during the entire month of August, when the Tramway facilities are closed for ( maintenance. According to a traffic study done for the Shadowrock development, the Average Daily Traffic(ADT) volume along Tramway Road is approximately 1,200 trips/day(coming and going)during peak season, with operating conditions performing at a Level of Service (LOS)A, which represents the best operating condition. ' The Tramway modernization project is designed to improve the efficiency of operations at the Tram through new tram cars, docking and cable equipment. No new land uses or facilities are proposed, however, the proposed system upgrade will increase hourly tram capacity by 20% (from 5 trips to 6 trips per hour). Using a planned marketing effort, the WPA hopes to capture a portion of this capacity resulting in a 15% annual increase in ridership. 1 Based on these projected increases, two traffic scenarios were analyzed to provide an indication of impact. The first scenario addresses the change in annual average daily trips (ADT), assuming a 15%increase in annual ridership (56,250 persons/year) while the second scenario ` considers a "worst case"ADT assuming that the N1120%increased capacity(800 persons/peak day) is realized. The tram currently accommodates 375,000 visitors per year. Assuming that 56,250 additional guests visit the tram over the course of a year, average daily 3 Shadowrock Planned Development District, Draft EIR, City of Palm Springs;pg. 5-71, Dec- 1992 June 2i,2000-Pe 1/// trips would increase by only 103 trips per day a (a 8.1 percent increase in daily trips). When added to the existing 1,200 trips per day, the expected annual average ADT would be 1,303 vehicles. This is slightly more traffic than that found on atypical 2 lane local neighborhood street and is well within the capacity of Tramway Road. if the Tramway was running at peak capacity on a daily basis, running five tram cars per hour, . 10 hours per day with eighty persons per car, the traffic on the road would amount to 2,666 trips f _ per day(with vehicles counted as they come and go). The newly renovated facility would be able to Fun one additional carperhour,increasing the maximum trips per day, and a total of 3199 ADT Riverside County has historically used a maximum design capacity of 12,000 ADT for two lane collectors. Even if the maximum design capacity were assumed to be reduced by half(6,000 ADT), the peak day traffic generated by the project would be well below the design capacity of Tramway Road. Also, according to the WPA, 47% of all customers arrive via tours. Should this apply to the increase in ridership, it might be assumed that some of the ADT might be reduced byutilization ofbus transportation. Therefore, traffic congestion would not result from the project, either on an average annual or peak day basis, and traffic impacts are not considered to be significant. Note:A transportation plan will be prepared to mitigate traffic impacts on biological resources to the extent that there will be no net increase in traffic on Tramway Road, see section 5.7 below. Parking facilities for the Tram are located at the Valley Station. Recent approvals from the City L of Palm Springs will allow the construction of enhanced parking facilities with improved bus and handicapped parking areas. Therefore, despite the potential for a minor increase in vehicles driving to the site, no parking deficiencies are anticipated as a result of the proposed project, b)through g)-No impact. The proposed project consists of tram excavation activities which are substantially removed from the roadway system and do not propose a spatial change to the f existing tram system. Consequently, the project will not reduce emergency access or limit access to nearby uses nor will it have any effect on pedestrian or bicycle transportation. The project will not impact rail, waterborne or air traffic since none of these uses are located within close proximity to the site. In summary no significant impacts to transportation or circulation systems are expected as a result of this project. 1 . Sl'iflaly Si t F Potentially U.I Unless Less lLan Significant hHtigafion Significant Nolmpact _..,Imp',d,,,__Inoo,paatcd_. Impactor^^Nmmmm,mm- ( j 5.7 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, threatened or rare species or their habitats (including, but not limited to: plants, fish, insects, animals and buds)? L1 b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees)? _ _ X c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., oak forest, coastal habitat, etc.)? _ _ _ X d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian and vernal pool)? — — X — 4 56,250 visitors per year 365 days per year - 3 persons per vehicle x 2 trips per vehicle(going and coming) = 103 trips per day increase in average annual daily trips. June 21, 2000- a e 42 ( �, N � 0 H M t .L p Cy-YCI CY�VI CL 0 505-02 T. C.! !!D3 Es9 I SEC 5-9 f4S• R.4�. SZI 36I3/ -++acts 3f132 s 4 r. N ra r.sa) I rsrrzJ I rrvraJ f-neL fizerJ i !a>.rs! 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As a proponent of Measure B, and as someone who has known you for a long time,I am disappointed that you did not extend the courtesy of sending me a copy of this letter. However,I am very pleased that the Winter Park Authority has finally recognized the necessity of limiting traffic on Tramway Road in order to protect our endangered Bighorn sheep. What puzzles me is that you are opposing Measure B,rather than supporting it. I can think of many benefits to the Winter Park Authority that would be derived from the successful passage of Measure B. . First,the Chino Cone is one of the most spectacular alluvial fans in the Coachella Valley.- It, creates a memorable impression as the gateway to the Tramway station as people make the: dramatic transition between the desert floor and the mountain top: Preserving this unique experience, would seem to me to be a priority of the Authority. Secondly, it is my understanding that not only are the Bighorn sheep of concern to the Authority, but pollution from automobiles also threatens the tramway experience. If the Chino Cone was built out,as current plans project,thousands of automobile trips would take place every day on Tramway Road, adding to your dilemma. To manage its own traffic,I understand that the Authority has plans to build a 400 car parking structure to the rear of the Palm Springs Visitor Center. In my mind, as well as the minds of others who are in favor of limited growth on our mountainsides, a 400 car parking structure would be an unsightly; and unwelcome, addition to the Chino Cone. I have traveled the world and have seen many visitor destinations, located in environmentally sensitive areas, effectively use motorcoaeh transportation to shuttle visitors to their site. These motorcoaches make regular rounds to hotels and public facilities picking up-and dropping off people at their convenience. Not only does this reduce road congestion and air pollution, it is far more cost effective than constructing and maintaining a 400 car garage. The convenience of hopping a bus from a downtown hotel may even provide a welcome increase in tramway visitors. Cqj Rob Parkins, Page 2 I have to be frank with you, Rob. When the Board takes such an extreme, almost hysterical position as to de-annex from the city if Measure B passes - by a vote of the people, mind you - then given the pro-development interests that sit on your board, it's hard to believe that it's not solely political shenanigans at work here. I truly believe that there are viable alternatives for managing traffic to the tram, and that it would be in everyone's best interests if you, and your board, were more mindful of the fact that the mountains are the real attraction here. The view from the top will never be as spectacular when our mountain sides are destroyed by urban sprawl. Some places, like our mountains, should be kept special for all to enjoy. Sincerely, �( Jun ones Former Pahn Springs City Council Member cc: Pahn Springs Mayor and City Council Lawrence Minch, Counsel,Army Corps of Engineers Therese O'Rourke, U.S. Fish& WildlifeService Curt Taucher, California Dept. of Fish and Game P � l Rob Parkins From: Rob Parkins Sent: Monday, February 14, 2005 3:33 PM To: 'Saveourmountains@aol.com' Cc: RonO@ci.pal m-springs.ca.us; chrism @ci.pal m-springs.ca.us; gin nyf@ci.palm-springs.ca.us; michaelm@ci.palm-springs.ca.us; stevep@ci.palm-springs.ca.us; CityManager@ci.palm- springs.ca.us; lawrence.n.minch@sp101.usace.army.mil; 'Nstuart@downeysavings.com' Subject: RE: Letter to David Ready Dear Jim: Since LAFCO requires the affirmative consent of the jurisdiction from which a de- annexation might occur, and since you are not part of that body, I am unable to see a reason why I would copy any one other than those directly involved. Your thoughts regarding the parking facility fail to reckon with the fact that we can accomplish this necessary traffic mitigation measure with a design that is environmentally and aesthetically pleasing, in accord with the design standards required by the City, and would be virtually invisible from above, should Measure B fail. Further, Measure B, as you know, would eliminate any other recreational facilities around the Valley Station. Since our revenues are derived solely from the money spent by our customers, it is essential that we add to customer enjoyment so they will wish to return again and again. We have known each other a long time, Jim, so you should know that it is my style to recommend a course of action that is reasonable, and cost effective, to the Institution for which I work. Your approach, with motor coach transportation would be far more costly - both from Capital costs and Operational requirements, than that which is being proposed. Because you know me, you know that I also work to protect the interests of those who have appointed me. So, since our rear property line is congruent with the City of Palm Springs boundary, and would not cause the LAFCO dreaded "island" of one jurisdiction within another, the recommendation to investigate de-annexation was mine. This recommendation was made to ensure that the Mt. San Jacinto Winter Park Authority might have the options it needs to continue its success should the draconian restrictions contained in Measure B come to occur. Your appreciation of the Mountains is understood. Your failure to involve those who could be gravely damaged by your Measure B is not. Sincerely, Rob W. Parkins President & General Manager Mt. San Jacinto Winter Park Authority Palm Springs Aerial Tramway -----Original Message----- From: Saveourmountains@aol.com [mailto:Saveourmountains@aol.com] Sent: Monday, February 14, 2005 2:22 PM To: Rob Parkins Cc: RonO@ci.palm-springs.ca.us; chrism@ci.palm-springs.ca.us; ginnyf@ci.palm- springs.ca.us; michaelm@ci.palm-springs.ca.us; stevep@ci.palm-springs.ca.us; CityManager@ci.palm-springs.ca.us; Lawrence.n.minch@sp101.usace.army.mil Subject: Letter to David Ready February 14, 2005 Rob Parkins San Jacinto Winter Park Authority One Tramway Road Palm Springs, CA 92262 { � ' 1 /�� T1PLE; .1TTIATIVE TO:(1). AMENII THE -CITYOF, PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN .TO ESTABLISH ANEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE SAN-TACINTO ANl SANTA ROSA'.MOUNTAINS: AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND -USE IlEGUIiATIONIS AFFECTIN G THLS AREA.. MOUNTAIN PRESERVATION INITIATIVE Sectlon 1. Findings and Purpose The People of the City of Palm,Spilugs hereby f nA and declare: (a) -The mountain'region of Palm Springs,which includes the San 7acinto,Mountains,.Santa Rosa Mountain's, Chino Canyon Tachevah Canyon•andur srounding areas,is an invaluable natural treasure, Given that part of this mountain region.fies within the City's boundaries,the People recognize'an immense duty to,protect land which is so vital mil lie. (b)' The scenic moudIn region, untarvished,by dense housing or commercial development, provides the stunning natural Setting fbrthe"desert lifestyle,eryoycd by the City s residents. As the congestion of traffic,. commerce and development continues'to increase in Palm Springs and surrounding cities, the pleasant vrhstas and bpelt space aro important to residents'sews of well-being: (c) The * 1 as g as a World class resort and retirement destination depends upon protection of the naturalenviromnent, so particularly the mountain region. People from across the world are attracted to,and captivated by,this unique natural setting. Given that the local economy relies in significant part upon tourism, it is essential to the long-term economic prosperity of ilia City that the mountain region be preserved. Demo housing and commercial development in the mountain region,-even that which is designed to attract toiirlsts, will have an overall negative impact on the local economy and will tamish the image and reputation ofthe City. (d)'• . The open space land of the mountain region is a limited and vsivable,resource that must be preserved, Conservation of natural resources and the retention of mountain region land In its natural state protects the community from the hia=-& of fire,flood, seismic and other catastrophic occurrences, and limits harm to the groundwater..and.hydrologicab systems. Furthermore, it is in the public inter to avoid o ummecossary conversion of open space land to urban uses,,thereby protecting against the resultant adverse impacts,such as air,noise and water pollution,traffic congestion,destruction of scenic beauty, and disturbance of the ecology 1 and environment and other demonstrated consequences ofmban sprawL 11 (e) The mountain region possesses an extraordivadly rich,though flagilo;natural environment that saslains a ,1 brilliant variety of wildlife and plant species.The People intend to"pieserve the mountain regionhabitat of these species,and thus realiaetheir aesthetic;ecological,educational,historical,recreational and scientific value. -- (f)- Notwithstanding any limitation imposed by this Initiative Measure on the number of building permits that. may be issued.•for.tesidential.construction or of the buildable Iota which may be developed for residential purposes, the People find that there is sufficient undeveloped land area available on the desert valley floor, which is zoned for residential development,to allow for the construction of housing and the satisfaction of any obligation of the City to provide for the housing needs in the region.. (g) The People of Palm Springs find that it is necessary to amend trio General Plan to preserve and protect the mountain region and to promote the orderly development of that region in a manna that allows for low-density residential housing that causes.the least hrum or alteration to the natural environment Each of the findh aga and Purposes set forth hereinpromote the health,safety and welfare of the City:, Secdon2. General Plan Amendment The People ofPalm Springs hereby adopt tho following amendment to the City of Palm Springs General Plan b ective 3.2A Inordcr to protect the ecological,_economic,scenic,cultural, and scientific values associated with;the mountain.region, and to promote the healthy, safety.and welfare of.the City, a Mountain Region is hereby established within the City and is designated as"Mountain Region"on the Map attached hereto as'Exhibit"A" and incorporated herein by reference. This Map and the Mountain Region depicted thereon shall be incorporated into the Maps of the General Plan,and any designations or information on the existing Maps of the Geribral Plan which is inconsistentwhth the policies and objectives of this Initiative Measure shall be deleted. Tlrc following policies shall applywitbin the Mountain Region: 4 3J- A i Development and land use ahall`be limited to single family residences. No other development or land �' ..'use shallbeallowtd 1 j 3.2A.2 The minimum parcel size shall be no less than 40'acros.No more than one single familyresfdence P��. parcel shall be allowed. 2 , I �� J � �' :�3t r�rnrri!.intryJ Palm Springs, CA Who is Bu` to1T? ZZ Community/D Phase II . Customer research firm specializing in retail site selectlon • Over 450 years of retail experience y, • Analyzed every type of retail,restaurant and service concept Over 2.5 billion square feet of analysis in 2004 -At16CRN • Over 1,000 clients including retailers,restaurants, developers and communities February 2005 We Speak Retail! 1 r�rnrr�!.�r�iryh ` ' r�rnrrl!.�nrryJ� What is Communityll)? Where is Communityli)? Retailer Matching • Matches the specific retail and restaurant -- concepts to the buying habits and lifestyles of the consumers living In your trade area Unique Program • Is the only program of Its Idnd that can factual identify exacily which concepts should be in your community ■CommuntlylD present Over 100 Communities in 28 States CommunitylD0 Communityll3" Is a two-phase retail recruiting system: in Phase I, we determined and analyzed the trade area by: Phase 1: Retail Trade Area Determination Defining the drive-time trade Phase II: Identifies retailers and [ area of three sites In Palm provides an executable Springs marketing system a Profiling the lifestyles and �. buying behavior of the consumers in your community Communitylu Communityll' Phase II In Phase 11, we: • Incorporated the drive lime trade Purpose area for Site 3 from Phase 1 To Identify retailers and restaurants that best fit • Incorporated the household the market trade area profile of the consumers in this trade area Application • Matched speck retailers with The City of Palm Springs can now focus core customer profiles that are resources on recruiting specific retailers that like your households =_ h ' match the trade area's consumers. • Will provide retail recruiting packages customised for each target retailer CommunitylD' Drive-Time CommunitylVI Drive-Time Drive-Time Technology More accurate trade areas are created Incorporates speed limits,stop signs and signal using drive time data and technology lights,road classifications,time of day, as well as other factors Consumers think in terms of convenience, Accurately determines shopping based on how long it takes to drive to a given store versus the distance to said store. the amount of time a customer would spend , Trade areas are more -,f to drive from home to accurately depicted utilizing the retail center drive-lime polygons, not C radial rings. Shortest Wme Is ulcul ted In --- _- ` miOYteE40f • - - !� _ e hhousehold i Palm Springs Palm Springs — Retail Site 3 This map depicts the -- Site for Analysis: location of the retail site Site 2 is located at the that has been evaluated intersection of Palm In Phase It(Site 2-Desert " I Canyon Drive and Fashion Plaza). Tahquitz Canyon Way ( I l' on the western side of the city.The primary r trade area for this site a� consists of a fifteen minute drive-time. '02. o Household Profiles Palm Springs Overview Households in the 15-minute trade area were profiled Brief Segment Description based on their lifestyle habits and purchasing behaviors. Segment 30 • Seniors living In suburban areas • Likely to travel domestically 15+nights a year aem:.rtL • Likely to have social security deposited s.arc.,e�.4.:w.nFow. a^^•eew"•1+ • Contains the largest share of civilian veterans 628 67% ,5 n gal) 3.1x We know where they live and the activities they enjoy: t� 20 1,623 6A% Jam. �° 23 9,109 L9% < >} 61MrkmW of aiH.an club -v-25 f Bea membx ofawferan club 211 y 30 10,32 26M 2 U. pt0.0 '. leMertninG[ar 1]8 39 10,318 263X 3 Eb a[SM1CMy'a 1i5 l Hib carpets Orcfessnnalty clmnetl 155 1�• it 40 3,639 9e% 5 IH.Wb .acmisemthelastth:yems 145 .!' .. I! .l•..1..•... ... �„ • over 1W catryonesarc imaxee Palm Springs Overview Palm Springs Overview a a Brief Segment Description Brief Segment Description Segment 39 Segment 40 • Seniors with some young adults - • Young,single parents and seniors • Live primarily in renter occupied housing - . Typically renters • Enjoy primeflme television • Shop at convenience food marts • Ranks high in owning a hatchback automobile • Have made several home fumiture purchases In the last year We know where they live and the activities they enjoy: We know where they live and the activities they enjoy: 1 Eat•[IJttla Caeaah tF 133 1 Ea[ar Son Omn-I •:: ._ 1]B 2 u alaundmmrt 'bll 2 -jkb Pl ld WI F naa 124 3 T"tbM. IfY 15t PIPhta ParYa 133 3 Eat at Papa.kh4 t34 4 P.tme. tclrMs 126 4 Plaragtball to S Oxnasfairabppel i]B 5 Purchax oaat4l vetch 1Z2 Ovaf YfW xtaYwfx�2/tlOYStl b✓v160p xIpoY/x M1Mx9tl Trade Area Demographics Matching Retailers to Households Re,amrIterided Retailers 2MB RolmBon WSW 2M Prolwyrn 'I'MII 2W3 Emcee 95,616 2OD3 E.. 39,181 2NOG— W,269 2WOC... 37,M4 6—.'. 75,XI I M Census32,17B MW 19W% 2000 SSxe alb I.J. From 1990 to 2000, the population of the trade area PM - Increased from 179,446 to 189,620, a 5.677o growth rate. 6ul;Stun 7S' Match — Men's/WomeWs Apparel Non-Match — Home Decor/China rI VI11C l^.o11f1 NI115—o 1 PMft rmm�P•Ilcnn fir .. , ..,r ,.,,son Llee•e�yyn(IS Ifee mnv.p aY __,_ 1FE,t,IIY(IS.yYOAiw"^ t _ � 6 Ilk Thl+Mauer pre�e,s h Iodlein enclosed superreUlenal math,encio+ed This rNdler Prefers to locale in the downtown/cenhal budnns dishici, replonol mdi+,ou1M dnNn,eommuNly strip dnhn,dwMewn/dMml enclosed reyi naI maU.,outset centers and hNNon&V bcaRom. budn.a dlehlo,h.ed.r .g loaalions,o d ohpod/hamaoriand dniws. Fashlon•oderd.d,ugwb oodenanl+an lened.Their cudomer ba+e i+ fashion autl ugcale eo-bmnkan preload, Thei.damabasekmd mode vp of hlyh incase odulk,wnlore.ihey cuneMlY loevle in_0 dhave to!h Income ehg*.n.teem,antl atluUs.7My euneMly��era10 I.and pltln+for ezpanaon In C.O.I.and Ihrouyhoul the red d Its UMfed have Plam for h hme*XPandon in t�liomla and IhmuphouF Ili.nd.Fihe StaFe+. US 10 Second Horne Owners Household Profiles Tourism Household Profile u u Ge-OM_ wet CiuXptl _„ _ SgMot PI.r111�_m = ie.— 1 UP rCraft 1 UpperC.. . Mld�.Su , e mwi S.¢uf 5 PmapefvuS Metro M[ II A Gm Smp Po—M 10 Home Sweetllome U MMd yY t l2 AGo Step F..w It On TMIr Wn 11 MMtlI.Y..n gyp{ p p p IS GnK Beylnnl'. nq IJ Ill 1i HAM 'In __Jnll P. f Retailer- Specific Marketing Report Custom Recruiting Package --- Ate s�> Marketing packages addressing specific - - retailers <`- Integrates all aspects of the CommunitylD - _ q;iFORN�� analysis to create a comprehensive tool for attracting retail 24 TAXI ADMINISTRATION A DISCUSSION OF WHETHER THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS SHOULD BE THE TAXI REGULATOR FOR THE COACHELLA VALLEY CONTENTS Potential Approaches to Taxicab Regulation Components of a Regulatory System for Taxi Operators Comparison of Taxi Regulators Orange County Taxi Administration Program Quick Facts Regulations of the Orange County Taxi Administration Program Palm Springs City Council Study Session February 23, 2005 6 7- f ®� o 5T(I 16 U7' A�P�� POTENTIAL APPROACHES TO TAXICAB REGULATION Convenience and Necessity Approach Permit Approach Franchise/MedaRion Approach Under this approach each city would be responsible Under this approach an individual city or other Similar type of regulatory system to the permit for establishing and enforcing their own requirements governmental body(e.g,CVAG,Sunline)could approach,but instead of issuing permits an individual and/or standards for taxi operators.Cities could use assume responsibility for the administration and city or other governmental body(e.g.,CVAG, their existing business license system or permit system enforcement of specified standards for taxi operators Sunhne)could grant a non-exclusive franchise to a to regulate taxi operators.Taxi operators would have for the entire region. Taxi operators would be limited number of taxi operators.Franchises and/or to comply with specific regulations as imposed by the required to comply with certain standards in order to medallions can be granted through a competitive or City and maintain a valid business license and/or receive a permit to operate within the region. negotiated process. There are only a few cities in the permit to operate within the community.This Currently,Sunline is the permitting authority for taxi United States that have this form of regulatory system, approach has been historically used by cities in the operators within the Coachella Valley. These cities include:New York,San Francisco,and Coachella Valley and is still the most widely used Boston. regulatory system used by cities across the nation. Advantages Advantages Advantages • System already exists.Could be implemented • Provides uniformity and consistency • Similar to Permit Approach immediately. throughout the region. • Provides even more control over taxi operators • Minimal cost to City. • Protects customers by establishing uniform by creating a contractual relationship with • Affords some regulation over industry without rates and customer service standards. City. creating additional bureaucracy. • Can be used to limit the number of taxi Disadvantages operators within a given area Disadvantages • Costly to set-up and administer. • No regional coordination.Standards could • Typically requires dedicated staffing to enforce Disadvantages vary from city to city making enforcement regulations,conduct vehicle inspections,and • Similar to Permit Approach. difficult issue permits. • Places limits on competition—Can result in • No rate control authority.Rates would likely • Creates a layer of bureaucracy. increased rates. be market driven. • Is viewed negatively by industry--can be a • Doesn't provide taxi operator any incentive to • Limited ability to set customer service source of tension. improve service. standards Local Coordination Regional Coordination 4 COMPONENTS OF A REGULATORY SYSTEM FOR TAXI OPERATORS The following list of basic components was compiled from the regulations currently administered by Sunline. Sunline's total budget in fiscal year 2004-05 to regulate the taxi cab industry was $247,370. Although the City's actual cost to take over the regulatory system for taxi cabs is unknown at this time, staff has attempted through this document to provide a reasonable idea of the effort involved and the potential costs. ■ Coordination of pre-permit/employment/renewal and random/reasonable suspicion testing for controlled substances/alcohol (this requirement for each taxicab operator usually involves at least 4 different tests annually for verification of controlled substances; a similar type of service is currently provided to Human Resources via a contract agreement for the City's 25 commercial driver permits; average cost per employee is $70 per test with additional cost if follow up tests are needed. There are currently 191 known taxicab operators. ■ Test applicants on knowledge or ordinances, taxi regulations and area familiarity. A pre-employment written test is administered that covers each of these areas; the drivers must pass this test in order to comply with this ordinance. • Issue vehicle and operator permits, collect fees, monitor insurance and license requirements. There are numerous administrative functions associated with this area, including enforcement and accounting requirements. This will impact to numerous departments within the City. Sunline indicates that a high percentage of the operators fail their required inspections. Moreover, Sunline staff spends a significant amount of time verifying and tracking down insurance certificates. Based on the City's own experience with tracking insurance certificates for contracts, this could be an extremely staff intensive function in of itself. • Monitor driver certification program to include testing, fingerprinting and background investigation. This would require specialized equipment which can be sued to do background investigations and a person trained on how to do the investigation. Currently, the Police Department and Airport have fingerprinting equipment which could be used to assist in this process. However, the cost associated with providing additional staff and supplies and/or other operational concerns have not been fully identified. • Resolve customer complaints. Depending on the nature of the complaints and the subsequent follow up needed, this could be a potential liability in that the taxicab industry as a whole has historically had issues ranging from criminal activity to personal standards (i.e., hygiene, code of conduct, etc.). 1 ■ Enforce regulations, administer disciplinary action and conduct appeals. This would require full time effort to ensure the safety of the traveling public. It would also impact law enforcement, operations and other areas due to the continual need to monitor the activities and enforce compliance of over 191 taxicab operators. It is not clear how this would apply to the other cities, as there is no enforcement authority for other jurisdictions in place other than through the JPA. This would not apply to operators who do not pick up passengers in Palm Springs. Therefore, it is unknown who would provide regulatory compliance in this case. • Monitor taximeter accuracy certificates. Additional equipment, training and personnel would be required in order to verify the taxi meters on a regular basis. This can be time consuming and could lead to other enforcement/regulatory issues. • Conduct vehicle safety inspections. Vehicles are inspected by Certified Mechanics under strict guidelines as required by ordinance. There is a potential that personnel from the Fleet Operations Department could provide this type of service, but it is unknown as to how this will affect staffing and/or equipment expenses. 2 COMPARISON OF TAXI REGULATORS Orange County SunLine Transit City of San Jose* Taxi Administration Agency Number-of Local 34 cities and the County 9 cities and the County 1 Agencies Served- Number of 18 20 12 Permitted:Companies Number of 650 191 520 Permitted l axi Cabs Number of 1000 319 500 Permitted Drivers Number:of Agency ' 3.5 3 1.5 Employees.(FTE) Annual Agaric Operating; $312,651 $247,370 $493,612 Budget' Ariilual Agency Revues $312,651 $245,360 $97,625 Net Income(Defici#} $0 $2,010 ($395,987) *Excludes San Jose International Airport which regulates all modes of ground transportation separate from the City. PROJECTED COST OF CITY BECOMING TAXI REGULATOR Based on a 2004 study conducted by Schaller Consulting for the City of San Jose, the level of staffing required to properly administer and enforce a regulatory system for taxi cabs is estimated at 1 .3 employees (FTE) per 100 cabs:Using this figure and the total number of cabs operating in the Coachella Valley, the City would have to have a minimum of 2.5 employees to administer a taxi cab program. The projected salary and benefit costs for three employees (1 coordinator, 1 enforcement officer and a secretary position) is approximately $225,611. Other operating costs such as supplies, contract services, and legal services are difficult to estimate. Based on Sunline's current budget these costs are approximately $111,000 annually. Therefore, the City's total operating costs could run in excess of $336,000 per year. yFe, , < � � Zy �.i e' �.� S o"k � :lam six. y�•�q �._l'. S�'' � ,...'. �4 m+ v; A' �'v r The Orange County Transportation Two committees guide OCTAP policies. Operational since 1998 Authority(OCTA) began regulating The OCTAP Steering Committee is [ taxi operations in,January 1998 on comprised of one member from each Permitted taxi companies registered 171 behalf of participating Orange County participating city, a representative from ( Permitted taxi cabs 610 ! cities through the Orange County Taxi Permated taxi cab drivers 882 Administration Program(OCTAP). �'7 r'-"I`s� `} '_ t t Participating Agencies Offering centralized permitting of cab " •County of Orange •All 34 Cures companies, drivers and vehicles, OCTAP wiJ ;t r2I I j`4 —t-�i 1- - 0i I -has simplified Orange County taxi cab `7 tar}7nie?._i i rl s 1! regulations. Previously,each city regulated i - Issues company,vehicle and driver permits f Ci�l ,hrtfl�lRl7�`U, cab companies,resulting in a complex Conducts vehicle inspections system,minimal standards and inadequate Monitors insmmnce requirements service for passengers.Now that regulatory the tourist industry, and two taxicab Meets wi[h agencies,law enforcement and functions are carried out b single industry representatives.This committee Y a g cab companies entity, customer service and industry guides OCTAP on policy issues.The Coordinates with Safety and Steering Committees standards have improved. OCTAP Public Safety Committee is comprised of a law enforcement Reports illegal cab activities i s=,,p,?„I,:,;;,' representative From each participating city. Conducts pubLc outreach on taxi service E OCTAP does not generate any profit This committee guides OCTAP on issues Coordinates educational efforts with law from the services it renders.The cost of relevant to public safety. Bola committees enforcement �--------------------- administering die OCTAP program is meet quarterly. covered by licensing fees. r l Omnpv Courryrrmis/:arta hon Autlinnry fol mcxlMormnfan,�I'?I�f6r]lltT4, oryl{IIn��4ib{V[i,!fF"V" f t,J2.1-r� OSITA iV i I REGULATIONS OF THE ORANGE COUNTY TAXI ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM [Revised 1/22/03, approved by the Steering Committee on 1/22/031 [Additional amendments approved 7/21/041 198349 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PURPOSE AND SCOPE ............................-....... ............................. .................1 1 .1. OCTAP.............................................................................................................. 1 1 .2. Objective. .......................................................................................................... 1 1.3. Agency Legislative Independence and Authority Retained...............................2 1.4. Implementation. ................................................................................................2 2. DEFINITIONS ......................................................................................................2 2.1. Agency. .............................................................................................................2 2.2. Area of Jurisdiction. ..........................................................................................2 2.3. Company...........................................................................................................2 2.4. Company Permit. ..............................................................................................2 2.5. Driver. ...............................................................................................................2 2.6. Driver Permit. ....................................................................................................2 2.7. OCTA................................................................................................................2 2.8. OCTAP..............................................................................................................2 2.9. OCTAP Administrator. ......................................................................................2 2.10. Permittee.........................................................................................5.............2 2.11. Taxicab..........................................................................................................2 2.12. Taxicab Permit. .............................................................................................2 3. AGENCY AND OCTA PARTICIPATION..............................................................2 3.1. Agency. .............................................................................................................2 3.2. OCTA................................................................................................................2 3.3. Mutual Indemnification. .....................................................................................2 4. ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEES......................................................................2 4.1. Steering Committee. .........................................................................................2 4.2. Safety Committee. ............................................................................................2 5. COMPANY PERMITS..........................................................................................2 5.1. Company Permit required. ................................................................................2 5.2. Company Permit requirements. ........................................................................2 5.3. Bases for denial. ...............................................................................................2 5.4. Company drivers...............................................................................................2 5.5. New Company drivers.......................................................................................2 5.6. Issuance............................................................................................................2 5.7. Compliance with separate Agency requirements..............................................2 5.8. Term of Company Permit..................................................................................2 5.9. Company Permit renewal..................................................................................2 5.10. Company Permit suspension/revocation. ......................................................2 5.11. Company Permit fines/suspensions. .............................................................2 5.12. Right to appeal. .............................................................................................2 6. DRIVER PERMITS...............................................................................................2 6.1. Driver Permit required. ......................................................................................2 6.2. Driver Permit. ....................................................................................................2 6.3. Temporary Driver Permit...................................................................................2 6.4. Permanent Driver Permit. .................................................................................2 6.5. Term of Permanent Driver Permit. ....................................................................2 151178\3 Page ii 1/22/03 6.6. Compliance with Agency Requirements. ..........................................................2 6.7. Renewal of Driver Permit. .................................................................................2 6.8. Driver Permit limitation......................................................................................2 6.9. Possession of Driver Permit required................................................................2 6.10. Possession of another person's Driver Permit prohibited..............................2 6.11. Replacement Driver Permit. ..........................................................................2 6.12. Expiration of replacement Driver Permit........................................................2 6.13. Driver Permit transferability to another Company..........................................2 6.14. Driver Permit Denial. .....................................................................................2 6.15. Driver Permit suspension/revocation.............................................................2 6.16. Driver Permit fine/suspension........................................................................2 6.17. Right to appeal. .............................................................................................2 6.18. Driver Permit Surrender.................................................................................2 7. TAXICAB PERMITS ............................................................................................2 7.1. Inspection..........................................................................................................2 7.2. Taxicab Permit..................................................................................................2 7.3. Random inspections. ........................................................................................2 7.4. Re-inspection. ...................................................................................................2 7.5. Taxicab substitution. .........................................................................................2 7.6. Substituted Taxicab sticker. .......................................... ...............................2 7.7. Taxicab Permit renewal. ...................................................................................2 7.8. Taxicab Permit renewal sticker. ........................................................................2 8. TAXICAB INSPECTION STANDARDS ...............................................................2 8.1. Minimum standards...........................................................................................2 8.2. Body Condition..................................................................................................2 8.3. Brake System....................................................................................................2 8.4. Climate Control. ...............................................................................................2 8.5. Exhaust System................................................................................................2 8.6. Fuel Tank Cap. .................................................................................................2 8.7. Horn. .................................................................................................................2 8.8. Hubcaps............................................................................................................2 8.9. Interior Condition...............................................................................................2 8.10. Interior Information. .......................................................................................2 8.11. License Plates. .............................................................................................2 8.12. Lights and Lenses. ........................................................................................2 8.13. Markings........................................................................................................2 8.14. Mirrors. ..........................................................................................................2 8.15. Muffler. ..........................................................................................................2 8.16. Parking Brake................................................................................................2 8.17. Proof of Insurance.........................................................................................2 8.18. Radio. ............................................................................................................2 8.19. Seat Belts......................................................................................................2 8.20. Steering and Suspension System. ................................................................2 8.21. Taximeter and Meter Seals. ..........................................................................2 8.22. Tires. .............................................................................................................2 8.23. Windows........................................................................................................2 151178\3 Page iii 1/22/03 8.24. Windshield Wipers. .......................................................................................2 8.25. Footpedal Pads. ............................................................................................ 2 8.26. California Vehicle Registration. .....................................................................2 8.27. Vehicle Age. ..................................................................................................2 9. TAXICAB OPERATION .......................................................................................2 9.1. Direct routes......................................................................................................2 9.2. Receipt..............................................................................................................2 9.3. Solicitation.........................................................................................................2 9.4. Fares charged...................................................................................................2 9.5. Additional Operational Requirements. ..............................................................2 10. PERMIT FEES AND TAXICAB FARES...............................................................2 10.1. OCTAP Permit Fees......................................................................................2 10.2. Taxicab Passenger Fares..............................................................................2 11. REFUND POLICY................................................................................................2 12. APPEAL...............................................................................................................2 12.1. Notice of adverse action................................................................................2 12.2. Notice of appeal. ...........................................................................................2 12.3. Stay. ..............................................................................................................2 12.4. Stay, exception..............................................................................................2 12.5. Initial review of appeal...................................................................................2 12.6. Hearing Officer. .............................................................................................2 13. AMENDMENT(S) TO REGULATIONS ................................................................2 13.1. Administrative amendment(s)........................................................................2 13.2. Substantive amendment(s). ..........................................................................2 13.3. OCTAP permit fees and taxicab passenger fares. ........................................2 Attachment 1—FEE STRUCTURE.........................................................................- B Attachment 2—FARE RATES .................................................................................. B 151178\3 Page iV 1122/03 1. PURPOSE AND SCOPE 1.1. OCTAP. 1.1.1. The Orange County Taxi Administration Program (OCTAP) is a voluntary association of Orange County Agencies created to coordinate taxicab service permitting and other administrative functions with the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) in compliance with California Government Code § 53075.5 as authorized by participating Agencies. 1 .1.2. OCTAP has been in operation since 1998 pursuant to interagency agreements between OCTA and participating Agencies. The OCTAP Regulations have been adopted and have evolved during OCTAP's operation. 1.1.3. The OCTAP Regulations are intended to continue the interagency relationship between OCTA, OCTAP and participating Agencies while at the same time reducing the multiplicity of documentation involved in the regulation of taxicab services in Orange County. 1.2. Objective. The objective of OCTAP is to increase public safety, to reduce administrative costs for the public and private sector, and to expand the provision of private transportation service in Orange County. 1.3. Agency Legislative Independence and Authority Retained. 1 .3.1. Each Agency retains all authority, responsibility, and independence for taxicab regulation and enforcement within its jurisdiction. 1.3.2. Each Agency retains all authority to select the Company(ies) authorized to operate within its jurisdiction, and will determine the boundaries of service those Company(ies) may serve, including the number of Taxicabs authorized to operate within its jurisdiction. 1 .3.3. Each Agency shall be responsible for enforcing the OCTAP licensing requirements, prosecuting violators, and agree to notify OCTA of such occurrences. 1.3.4. OCTA will not collect franchise fees or business license fees imposed by participating Agencies on Taxicab Companies or Drivers. 1.3.5. All policies, procedures, ordinances, rules, and regulations pertaining to Taxicab Companies, Taxicab Drivers, Taxicabs, fares, notices, safety, taxicab stands, pickup, hours of operations, and all other functions not 151178\3 Page 1 1/22/03 specifically provided for in these regulations as currently in place or as amended, shall remain within the authority and jurisdiction of each Agency. 1.4. Implementation. These regulations implement the provisions of the Taxicab ordinances, resolutions and regulations adopted by the legislative bodies of each OCTAP participating Agency, and regulate taxicab service within the Area of Jurisdiction of each such Agency. 2. DEFINITIONS 2.1. Agency. "Agency" means each City and the County of Orange, which participate in OCTAP. 2.2. Area of Jurisdiction. "Area of Jurisdiction" of each Agency means the area within the boundaries of a City, or for the County means the unincorporated area of the County, including John Wayne Airport. 2.3. Company. "Company" includes a natural person, firm, association, organization, partnership, business, trust, corporation, or public entity. 2.4. Company Permit. "Company Permit" means a valid permit issued by OCTAP, authorizing a Company to operate a Taxicab business in any participating Agency which allows the Company to serve that Agency. 2.5. Driver. "Driver" means a person who drives or controls the movements of a Taxicab. 2.6. Driver Permit. "Driver Permit" means a valid permit issued by OCTAP authorizing a person to drive or control the movements of a Taxicab. 2.7. OCTA. 151178\3 Page 2 1/22/03 "OCTX means the Orange County Transportation Authority. 2.8. OCTAP. "OCTAP" means the Orange County Taxi Administration Program administered by the Orange County Transportation Authority. 2.9. OCTAP Administrator. "OCTAP Administrator" means an OCTA employee who will manage and supervise all OCTA responsibilities set forth in the OCTAP Regulations. 2.10. Permittee. "Permittee" means a company which holds a valid Company Permit. 2.11. Taxicab. "Taxicab" means a vehicle capable of carrying not more than eight persons, excluding the Driver, and used to carry passengers for hire. The term shall exclude a vehicle operating as a Charter Party Carrier licensed as such by any state agency, including the Public Utilities Commission, or any other vehicle having a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity issued by any state agency, including the Public Utilities Commission. 2.12. Taxicab Permit. 'Taxicab Permit' means a valid permit issued by OCTAP, authorizing a particular vehicle to be operated as a Taxicab. 3. AGENCY AND OCTA PARTICIPATION 3.1. Agency. Each Agency that joins OCTAP shall: 3.1.1. Participate as a member of OCTAP and provide no less than twelve (12) months written notice to OCTAP prior to withdrawing from OCTAP. 3.1.2. Appoint its City Manager, Executive Officer, or their designee, to participate as members of the OCTAP Steering Committee. 3.1.3. Appoint its Chief of Police, County Sheriff, or their designee, to participate as member of the OCTAP Public Safety Committee. 15117W Page 3 1122/03 3.1.4. Adopt and enforce a Taxicab ordinance or resolution consistent with the regulations herein, and use such ordinance or resolution as the exclusive method of regulating taxicabs within its Area of Jurisdiction. 3.1.5. Enforce, and if necessary, prosecute all violations of its Taxicab ordinance or resolution and the regulations herein. 3.1.6. Notify OCTA in writing of any regulation, Taxicab Company limitation, Taxicab Driver limitation, Taxicab limitation, or more stringent regulation, within its jurisdiction with respect to any permitting or operational standard for Taxicab business operations. 3.1.7. Notify OCTA of any public complaint pertaining to permitted Taxicab Companies, Taxicabs, and Taxicab Drivers within its jurisdiction. 3.2. OCTA. OCTA shall provide the services described in the OCTAP Regulations on behalf of each Agency that adopts an ordinance or resolution adopting the OCTAP Regulations and shall: 3.2.1. Provide staff and administrative services necessary to implement and enforce the OCTAP Regulations. 3.2.2. Collect license and permit fees to offset the costs of administering OCTAP. 3.2.3. Provide participating Agencies no less than twelve (12) months written notice prior to withdrawing from OCTAP. 3.2.4. Provide administrative services on behalf of each Agency, but shall not assume liability for the performance of Taxicab Companies, Taxicab Drivers, or Taxicabs. 3.2.5. Not be responsible for the enforcement of Agency ordinances or resolutions except as provided for herein. 3.3. Mutual Indemnification. OCTA and each Agency shall save, indemnify, defend and hold harmless each other from any and all liability, claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses or any injury or damage of any kind whatsoever, whether actual, alleged or threatened, actual attorney's fees, court costs, interest, defense costs and expenses associated therewith, including the use of experts and any other costs of any nature without restriction incurred in relation to, as a consequence of, or arising out of each party's performance 151178\3 Page 4 1/22103 of the agreements herein and attributable to the fault and/or liability by agreement between the parties or by a court of competent jurisdiction. The party responsible for liability to the other will indemnify the other party for the percentage of liability determined as set forth herein. Each party is responsible for the acts or omissions of their own officers, agents, employees, or volunteers. 4. ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEES 4.1. Steering Committee. 4.1.1. The OCTAP Steering Committee shall consist of the City Manager, Executive Officer, or their designee, from each Agency, and shall include two representatives of the permitted taxicab companies chosen by all permitted taxicab companies, and one representative of the tourist industry in Orange County. 4.1.2. The OCTAP Steering Committee will meet quarterly to advise OCTA on Taxicab regulation implementation. 4.2. Safety Committee. 4.2.1. The OCTAP Safety Committee shall consist of the Police Chief, County Sheriff, or their designee, from each participating Agency. 4.2.2. The OCTAP Safety Committee will meet quarterly to advise OCTA and the OCTAP Steering Committee on issues of public safety. 5. COMPANY PERMITS 5.1. Company Permit required. No Company shall operate a Taxicab business within the Area of Jurisdiction of an Agency without having first obtained a Company Permit from OCTAP and without first obtaining permission from the Agency to operate in the Area of Jurisdiction of such Agency, if the Agency's legislative body requires such permission. 5.2. Company Permit requirements. A Company Permit shall be issued from OCTAP when the following conditions have been satisfied: 5. 2.1. Submission of a completed Company Permit application; 5.2.2. Submission of a copy of the applicant's drug and alcohol policy meeting OCTAP requirements and proof that the applicant has implemented a Drug and Alcohol Certification Program covering all its Driver employees 151178\3 Page 5 1122/03 and independent contractors leasing vehicles from the applicant pursuant to Government Code § 53075.5 meeting the following requirements: 5.2.2.1. A contract with a program administrator and authorized lab certified by the U.S. Department of Transportation; and 5.2.2.2. Procedures and components substantially as in Part 40 of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations for pre- employment or pre-licensing, and licensing renewal; and 5.2.2.3. Procedures and components substantially as in Part 382 of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations for rehabilitation, return-to-duty and follow up testing; and 5.2.2.4. Procedures and components for random testing following U.S. Department of Transportation guidelines, and additional tests as required following accidents, rehabilitation, return- to-service, and other circumstances providing reasonable suspicion to test; and 5.2.2.5. Monthly reports of the random testing component shall be filed with OCTAP by the program administrator no later than the 2& day following the end of the previous monthly reporting period; and 5.2.2.6. The applicant's and program administrator's records shall be made available to the OCTAP Administrator upon request; and 5.2.2.7. Test results for self employed independent drivers are reported directly to OCTAP while results for employees of the applicant are reported to the applicant, provided that the applicant must notify OCTAP immediately of any positive result of an employee by providing the name, identifying information, driving status of the employee, and action taken by the applicant by telephone and fax; and 5.2.2.8. Drivers must show a valid California driver's license at the time and place of testing; and 5.2.2.9. All test results are kept confidential except that OCTAP is authorized to receive copies for its regulatory purposes, and except as otherwise authorized or required by law; 5.2.2.10. The provisions of this Subsection 5.2.2 shall become effective April 22, 2003. 78\3 Page 6 1/22/03 5.2.3. Submission of evidence of insurance, in full force and effect, in such form as required by OCTAP, issued by a solvent and responsible company licensed to do business in the State of California, insuring the applicant against loss by reason of injury or damage that may result to persons, including taxicab passengers, or property, from the negligent operation or maintenance of such Taxicab. Applicant shall provide a Certificate of Insurance and Insurance Policy Binder showing that the applicant is insured for a minimum combined single limit of one million dollars ($1,000,000) for the injury or death of one or more persons in the same accident, and one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) for injury or destruction of property. In addition, the applicant shall direct the insurance company to provide to OCTAP certified copies of Endorsements to the insurance policy 1) naming the Agencies participating in the Orange County Taxi Administration Program and the Orange County Transportation Authority, their Officers, Directors, Employees and Agents as additional insureds; and 2) indicating that coverage shall not be reduced, terminated or cancelled without thirty (30) days' prior written notice to OCTAP. Certified copies of the insurance policies shall be provided to OCTAP within ninety (90) days of the policy issuance. At least ten (10) business days prior to the expiration of the current policies, a Permittee shall submit insurance binders evidencing insurance coverage for the policy period subsequent to the expiration of the current policies. No self-insured retention shall be allowed. Deductibles shall not exceed $10,000 per occurrence. 5.2.4. Submission of financial documents and other information as required by OCTAP; 5.2.5. Submission of Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice Program Requester Code Number issued to applicant, as defined in Vehicle Code Section 1808.1. Permittees are required to immediately notify the OCTAP Administrator if they receive a DMV Pull Notice on one of their Drivers that would affect the Driver's OCTAP Driver Permit. In the event the Driver's DMV record indicates he/she no longer qualifies for a Driver Permit, Permittee shall require the Driver to turn over his/her Permit to Permittee. Permittee shall return the Driver Permit to the OCTAP Administrator. DMV Pull Notice records shall be made available to the OCTAP Administrator upon request; 5.2.6. Submission of proof of current California Department of Motor Vehicles registration for each Taxicab listed in the Company Permit application. All Taxicabs listed in the Company Permit application shall be registered to the applicant; 151178\3 Page 7 1/22/03 5.2.7. Every owner, partner or principal officer of applicant has submitted to fingerprinting by the Orange County Sheriff's Department; 5.2.8. Every owner, partner or principal officer of applicant has successfully cleared a local background check; and 5.2.9. Submitted payment of all applicable fees, including, but not limited to, background check fee, Company Permit application fee, and Taxicab Permit application fee. 5.3. Bases for denial. A Company Permit shall be denied if any of the following apply to any owner, partner or principal officer of applicant: 5.3.1. Is under the age of 18 years; 5.3.2. Falsifies material information on the application for Company Permit within the past one (1) year; 5.3.3. Is a registered sex offender pursuant to California Penal Code Section 290; 5.3.4. Is on formal probation or parole for any offense outlined in this Section 5.3; 5.3.5. Is convicted (or pleads guilty or nolo contendere) in any state for any of the following: murder; robbery; pandering; pimping; crimes related to the sale or transportation of controlled substances; crimes involving the use of a weapon; or any other offense involving moral turpitude or any crime that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions or responsibilities of a Taxicab owner; 5.3.6. Is convicted (or pleads guilty or nolo contendere) in any state for a felony other than those listed in the previous section within eight (8) years of the application; or 5.3.7. Has any conviction within five (5) years of application (or plea of guilty or nolo contendere) in any state or has any final administrative determination of a violation of any statute, ordinance, or regulation reasonably and rationally pertaining to the same or similar business operation which would have resulted in suspension or revocation of the Company Permit under these regulations. 5.3.8. Operation of its business without the insurance required in Section 5.2.3. 151178\3 Page 8 1122/03 5.4. Company drivers. 5.4.1. At the time the Company Permit application is submitted, the applicant shall provide to OCTAP a list of Drivers authorized to operate the Taxicabs identified in the Company Permit. 5.4.2. Applicant shall provide OCTAP with notice by fax within 72 hours in the event that any Driver listed in the Company Permit is no longer authorized. to operate a Taxicab identified in the Company Permit. 5.5. New Company drivers. A Permittee may add Drivers to its list of Drivers authorized to operate the Taxicabs identified in the Company Permit, provided that: 5.5.1. Permittee has submitted to OCTAP an Intent to Hire/Intent to Lease a Taxicab form identifying the Driver as being employed or given a written offer of employment or as being a self-employed independent contractor of the Permittee; and 5.5.2. The Driver to be added has been issued a Driver Permit by OCTAP which states the Driver is affiliated with the Permittee and identified as either an employee or leased Driver. 5.6. Issuance. Upon Applicant's successful satisfaction of the conditions listed in this Section, Applicant shall be issued an OCTAP Company Permit. 5.7. Compliance with separate Agency requirements. After OCTAP issues a Company Permit, the Permittee must then comply with any separate requirements that may have been adopted by any Agency in which Permittee intends to operate, including, but not limited to, establishment of a franchise and the payment of business license fees or taxes. 5.8. Term of Company Permit. The Company Permit -is valid for one (1) year from the date of its issuance unless sooner suspended or revoked. 5.9. Company Permit renewal. No less than thirty (30) days prior to expiration of the Company Permit, the Permittee should submit an application for renewal of its Company Permit pursuant to this Section in order to permit sufficient time to review the application for renewal. 151178\3 Page 9 1/22/03 5.10. Company Permit suspension/revocation. A Company Permit may be suspended or revoked by the OCTAP Administrator for any of the following reasons: 5.10.1. Providing false or inaccurate information in the Company Permit application; or 5.10.2. Allowing operation of a Taxicab by a Driver not in possession of a valid Driver Permit stating that the Driver is affiliated with the Permittee; or 5.10.3. Failure to comply with the OCTAP Regulations; or 5.10.4. Failure of authorized Drivers to comply with the OCTAP Regulations; or 5.10.5. Operation of any Taxicab at a rate of fare higher than the authorized fares; or 5.10.6. Failure to cooperate with an Agency's law enforcement officers, code enforcement officers, OCTAP staff, and/or California Highway Patrol. 5,10.7. Operating its business without the insurance required in Section 5.2.3. 5.10.8. Failure to comply with the drug and alcohol policy and program required in Section 5.2.2. 5.11. Company Permit fines/suspensions. In lieu of revocation or suspension, the OCTAP Administrator may impose a fine, a period of suspension, or both, a fine and a period of suspension. 5.12. Right to appeal. A Company Permit applicant may appeal a Company Permit denial, suspension or revocation as provided for in Section 12. 151178\3 Page 10 1/22/03 6. DRIVER PERMITS 6.1. Driver Permit required. No person shall drive a Taxicab within the Area of Jurisdiction of an Agency without having first obtained either a temporary or a permanent Driver Permit from OCTAP. 6.2. Driver Permit. A Driver Permit may be obtained from OCTAP, provided the prospective Driver has submitted all of the following: 6.2.1. Completed Driver Permit application that is signed by a representative of the Permittee the Driver intends to work for; and 6.2.2. Valid California Driver License; and 6.2.3. Two current 2" x 2" professional quality color photos (passport photos) of the applicant; and 6.2.4. A negative drug and alcohol screening test taken within the previous thirty (30) days in compliance with California Government Code Section 53075.5(b)(3); and 6.2.5. Fingerprints taken at an approved California Department of Justice finger printing agency; and 6.2.6. A cleared local background check; and 6.2.7. Payment of all applicable fees, including the background check fee and Driver Permit application fee. 6.3. Temporary Driver Permit. A temporary Driver Permit may be issued for a period of no more than ninety (90) days unless extended by OCTAP for a specified period, pending verification of compliance with the driver permit requirements in Section 6.2. 6.4. Permanent Driver Permit. A permanent Driver Permit shall be issued after all the requirements in Section 6.2 are satisfied. If a temporary permit was issued it may be replaced by a permanent once the applicant has successfully complied with the driver permit requirements in Section 6.2. 151178\3 Page 11 1/22/03 6.5. Term of Permanent Driver Permit. A permanent Driver Permit is valid one (1) year from the date the temporary Permit was issued, unless sooner suspended, revoked or otherwise terminated. 6.6. Compliance with Agency Requirements. A Driver who has been issued an OCTAP Driver Permit may only pick up passengers in the Area of Jurisdiction of those Agencies that have approved the Permittee he/she represents. 6.7. Renewal of Driver Permit. No less than ten (10) working days prior to expiration of the Driver Permit, the Driver should re-apply for a Driver Permit pursuant to this Section in order to permit time to review the application for renewal. 6.8. Driver Permit limitation. Each Driver Permit issued by OCTAP, including a temporary Driver Permit, shall be valid only for the Driver to operate a Taxicab for the Permittee indicated on the Driver Permit. No Driver may operate a Taxicab for a Company other than the Company listed on the Driver's Driver Permit. 6.9. Possession of Driver Permit required. A Driver must possess a valid Driver Permit in order to operate a taxicab. The permit must be displayed so that passengers and law enforcement officers can easily view the permit. 6.10. Possession of another person's Driver Permit prohibited. A Driver shall not use or hold in his/her possession another person's OCTAP Driver Permit. 6.11. Replacement Driver Permit. A replacement for a lost Driver Permit may be obtained from OCTAP, provided that the Driver has submitted the following: 6.11.1. A replacement Driver Permit application along with the Driver Permit replacement fee; and 6.11.2. Two current 2" x 2" professional quality color photos (passport photos). 151178\3 Page 12 1/22/03 6.12. Expiration of replacement Driver Permit. A replacement Driver Permit shall expire on the same date as the lost Driver Permit. 6.13. Driver Permit transferability to another Company. A Driver may transfer his/her Driver Permit to another Permittee provided the Driver has submitted the following: 6.13.1. A Driver Permit application that is signed by an authorized representative of the prospective Permittee; 6.13.2 The Driver Permit transfer fee; and 6.13.3. Two current 2" x 2" professional quality color photos (passport photos) of the applicant. 6.14. Driver Permit Denial. A Driver Permit shall be denied if applicant: 6.14.1. Is under the age of 18 years; 6.14.2. Does not possess a valid California Driver License (Class C); 6.14.3. Fails the drug and/or alcohol test required hereunder. Upon testing positive for drugs and/or alcohol, the applicant shall not be eligible to reapply for a Driver Permit for a period of six (6) months from the test date; or 6.14.4. Falsifies, or fails to disclose, material information on the application for Driver Permit within the past one (1) year; 6.14.5. Is required to register as a sex offender pursuant to California Penal Code Section 290; 6.14.6. Is on formal probation or parole for any offense outlined herein; 6.14.7. Is convicted (or pleads guilty or nolo contendere), regardless of the time elapsed, in any state, of any of the following or their equivalent: murder; a violation of California Vehicle Code Section 2800.2 (pertaining to disregard for safety of persons or property), Section 2800.3 (pertaining to flight from peace officer causing death or bodily injury) or Section 20001 (pertaining to duty to stop at scene of accident); robbery; pandering; pimping; crimes related 151178\3 Page 13 1/22/03 to the use, sale, possession, or transportation of controlled substances; crimes involving weapons; any crime for which registration would be required under California Penal Code Section 290; or any other offense involving moral turpitude or any crime that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions or responsibilities of a Taxicab Driver; 6.14.8. Is convicted of any felony in any state (or pleads guilty or nolo contendere), other than those felonies listed in Section 6.14.7, within eight (8) years of application; or 6.14.9. Is convicted (or pleads guilty or nolo contendere) of any of the following within five (5) years of application: reckless driving; driving under the influence of intoxicating liquors or drugs (DUI); a violation of California Vehicle Code Section 2800.1 (pertaining to flight from peace officer); Section 20002 (pertaining to duty where property is damaged), Section 20003 (pertaining to duty upon injury or death) or any corresponding substitute sections; vehicular manslaughter; and Penal Code Sections 240, 241, 242, and 243 or any corresponding substitute sections pertaining to assault and battery. 6.14.10. For good cause after an administrative hearing by OCTAP, subject to appeal pursuant to Section 12 below. 6.15. Driver Permit suspension/revocation. A Driver Permit may be suspended or revoked by the OCTAP Administrator for any of the following reasons: 6.15.1. Failure to comply with the applicable provisions of the OCTAP Regulations; 6.15.2. Circumstances providing grounds for denial of a Driver Permit as outlined in the OCTAP Regulations; 6.15.3. Revocation or suspension of Driver's California Driver's License; 6.15.4. Driver's failure to cooperate with an Agency's law enforcement officers, code enforcement officers, OCTAP staff, and/or California Highway Patrol officers; or 6.15.5. Notification to OCTAP by the Permittee that the Driver is no longer an authorized Driver for the Permittee. 6.16. Driver Permit fine/suspension. 151178\3 Page 14 1/22/03 In lieu of revocation or suspension, the OCTAP Administrator may impose a fine, a period of suspension, or both, a fine and a period of suspension. 6.17. Right to appeal. A Driver Permit applicant may appeal a permit denial, suspension or revocation as provided for in Section 12. 6.18. Driver Permit Surrender. 6.18.1. A Driver Permit applicant must surrender his/her Temporary Driver Permit to OCTAP upon issuance of a Permanent Driver Permit or upon its expiration, whichever shall come first. 6,18.2. A Driver Permit applicant must surrender his/her Permanent Driver Permit to OCTAP upon its expiration, suspension, revocation, or upon termination of his/her employment or association with a Permittee. 7. TAXICAB PERMITS 7.1. Inspection. Upon issuance of a Company Permit and prior to operating, Permittee shall present each Taxicab listed in the Permit to the OCTAP facility for a Taxicab inspection. OCTAP may, at its discretion, conduct Taxicab inspections at the Permittee's facility. 7.2. Taxicab Permit. 7.2.1. Upon meeting all inspection standards and upon passing the Taxicab inspection, OCTAP shall issue a nontransferable Taxicab Permit sticker for each approved Taxicab. The Company Permit sticker must always be affixed to the left-hand corner of the rear window of the Taxicab for which the sticker is issued. The Taxicab Permit is valid for one (1) year. 7.2.2. Vehicles that do not possess a valid OCTAP vehicle permit must display "Not In Service" signs. Signs must be a minimum size of 8 '/2" x 11" with lettering which is visible up to 50 feet during daylight hours. If window signs are used they must be placed in the driver's side rear side window and rear window. If magnet signs are used they must be placed on one door of each side of the car body. If equipped, a not in service top light is acceptable. 7.3. Random inspections. 151178%3 Page 15 1/22/03 7.3.1. In addition to the initial and annual Taxicab inspection, all Taxicabs operated under OCTAP authority shall submit to on the road or random inspections by OCTAP inspectors or Agency peace officers or Agency code enforcement officials when so requested. Failure to submit to an inspection may result in suspension of the Taxicab Permit. The OCTAP inspector shall complete an inspection report at the time of inspection which shall indicate what repairs, if any, need to be made to the Taxicab. One copy of the report shall be given to the Driver. OCTAP shall mail a copy of the report to the Permittee to whom the vehicle is registered. 7.3.2. If the inspection report indicates the need for repairs to a Taxicab, the Permittee is required to present the Taxicab to OCTAP for re-inspection within the time frame provided in the report to verify that the required repairs have been made. A re-inspection fee shall be required at time of re-inspection, 7.3.3. If a Taxicab fails any inspection, the inspector may order such Taxicab out-of-service pending repairs and re-inspection. The inspector may suspend the Taxicab Permit by removing the Taxicab Permit sticker. 7.3.4. In the event that repairs have not been made to a Taxicab within the time frame provided for in the report, the Taxicab Permit shall be suspended or revoked until all corrections have been made to the satisfaction of OCTAP. 7.3.5. Upon correction and passing re-inspection, OCTAP shall re-instate the Taxicab Permit by issuing a replacement Taxicab Permit using the original expiration date. 7.4. Re-inspection. Taxicabs that fail a Taxicab inspection shall pay a re-inspection fee and be presented for re-inspection after the identified corrections have been made. If such corrections have been made and if the Taxicab otherwise meets the inspection standards, a Taxicab Permit shall be issued. 7.5. Taxicab substitution. A Permittee may replace any Taxicabs listed in the Company Permit with another Taxicab upon satisfaction of the following conditions: 7.5.1. Surrender of the Taxicab to be replaced to OCTAP for removal of the Taxicab Permit sticker; 7.5.2. passing a Taxicab inspection by the replacement Taxicab; and 151178\3 Page 16 1/22/03 7.5.3. payment of Taxicab Permit transfer fee. 7.6. Substituted Taxicab sticker. Upon satisfaction of the conditions stated above, OCTAP shall delete the vehicle identification number of the Taxicab to be replaced in the Company Permit and add the Taxicab identification number of the replacement Taxicab. OCTAP shall issue a new Taxicab Permit sticker for the replacement Taxicab that shall be valid for the term remaining under the Taxicab Permit sticker of the replaced Taxicab. 7.7. Taxicab Permit renewal. The Taxicab Permit shall be renewed annually by presenting each Taxicab listed in the permit application to the OCTAP facility for a Taxicab inspection and by paying all applicable fees. OCTAP may, at its discretion, conduct Taxicab inspections at the Permittee's facility. 7.8. Taxicab Permit renewal sticker. Upon the successful completion of the Taxicab inspection, OCTAP shall place a new expiration date sticker on the Taxicab Permit sticker for each of the Taxicabs registered in the Company Permit. 8. TAXICAB INSPECTION STANDARDS 8.1. Minimum standards. The minimum Taxicab standards are those of the California Vehicle Code. All Taxicabs shall meet all applicable standards of the California Vehicle Code as well as the following in order to pass the OCTAP vehicle inspection. Certain equipment must be present and fully functional as OEM (original equipment manufacture), as specified in this section. Taxicabs must be maintained to these standards at all times. 8.2. Body Condition. 8.2.1. No body damage, frame damage, tears or rust holes in the Taxicab body and/or loose pieces hanging from the Taxicab body are permitted. Front and rear fenders, bumpers, hood, trunk, and trim shall be securely fixed and shall be in correct alignment to the Taxicab as OEM. Body damage shall be defined as an unrepaired dent, distortion, depression, bulge, tear, hole, or disfigurement. 8.2.2. The exterior of the Taxicab shall be maintained in a reasonably clean condition and shall be free of excessive dirt, tar, oil, and rust. 151178\3 Page 17 1/22103 8.2.3. The Taxicab paint shall not be faded, blistered, cracked, chipped, peeled, or scratched. 8.2.4. Each OCTAP Permittee shall paint vehicles in one primary color scheme. OCTAP may approve one secondary color scheme for special vehicles. 8.2.5. The color scheme, name, monogram, or insignia used upon Permittee Taxicabs shall not be in conflict with and shall not imitate any other color scheme, name, monogram, or insignia used by any other Permittee. The provisions of this subsection shall not be applied to require any change or modification of any color scheme, name, monogram, or insignia continuously used by any Permittee authorized prior to August 1, 1999. 8.3. Brake System. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 26453. 8.4. Climate Control. 8.4.1. The Defroster must be operational pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 26712. 8.4.2. The air conditioning/heating units shall be functional at all times. The air discharged from the air conditioner interior vent system shall be continuously cool. All air conditioning temperature controls and functions shall operate as originally designed and manufactured with no knobs or components broken or missing. Systems shall operate on all OEM speeds with no excessive noise. 8.5. Exhaust System. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 27153. 8.6. Fuel Tank Cap. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 27,155. 8.7. Horn. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 27000. 8.8. Hubcaps. Hubcaps or wheel covers shall be of like style and shall be on all wheels for which hubcaps are standard equipment. 151178\3 Page 18 1/22/03 8.9. Interior Condition. 8.9.1. Passenger compartment, driver compartment, and trunk or luggage area shall be clean and free of foreign matter, offensive odors and litter. 8.9.2. Seat upholstery shall be clean. Interior walls, carpet and/or flooring, and ceiling shall be kept reasonably clean. No rips or tears are permitted. All repairs shall be done so as to reasonably match the existing interior. 8.9.3. Door handles and doors shall be intact, clean and operational. Each door shall be capable of being unlocked and opened from the interior of the Taxicab. 8.9.4. Dashboards shall be maintained in a manner that is clean and free of loose articles. Dashboards shall be free of: cracks, holes, and tears. 8.10. Interior Information. 8.10.1. A 4" x 6" information card shall be displayed in plain view of all passengers at all times that the Taxicab is in operation. 8.10.2. The information card shall contain the following information on the Permittee: name, business address and telephone number of the Permittee and Taxicab Driver; the name, address, and phone number of the regulating agency (OCTAP) and the authorized fare schedule. 8.10.3. The valid Driver Permit issued to the Driver must be easily visible by passengers and law enforcement officers at all times that the Taxicab is in operation. If a driver is operating an out of service vehicle, "Not In Service" signs must be displayed. Signs must be a minimum size of 8 1/2" x 11" with lettering which is visible up to 50 feet during daylight hours. If window signs are used they must be placed in the driver's side rear side window and rear window. If magnet signs are used they must be placed on one door of each side of the car body. If equipped, a not in service top light is acceptable. 8.10.4. One OCTAP-issued customer information sticker shall be displayed in plain view of all passengers at all times that a Taxicab is in operation. The sticker shall be placed on the outside, rear, passenger-side window. The sticker shall indicate that the Taxicab has been safety inspected and indicate a telephone number to call for information. 151'178\3 Page 19 1/22/03 8.11, License Plates. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 5202. 8.12. lights and Lenses. 8.12.1. Headlights shall be operational on both high and low beams (California Vehicle Code § 24400). 8.12..2. Taillights shall be operational and the light emitted be red in color (California Vehicle Code § 24600). 8,12.3. Emergency flashers shall be operational (California Vehicle Code § 24252). 8.12.4. Reverse lights shall be operational (California Vehicle Code § 24606(a)). 8.12.5. Turn signal lights shall be operational (California Vehicle Code § 24951(b)(1)). 8.12.6. Brake lights shall be operational (California Vehicle Code § 24603(b)). 8.12.7. License plate light shall be operational (California Vehicle Code § 24601). 8.12.8. Interior lights shall be operational. 8.12.9. Light lenses must be intact and contain no holes or large cracks. 8.13. Markings. 8.13.1. Exterior markings shall consist of Permittee's Company name, phone number, body number and other OCTAP approved logo. Such exterior markings shall be properly and neatly placed and easy to read (in contrasting colors). 8.13.2. Permittee's company name shall be placed on each side of Taxicab in letters not less than 3 inches in height (in contrasting colors). 8.13.3. Taxicab number shall be placed on each side and rear of the Taxicab in numbers not less than 3 inches in height. 151178\3 Page 20 1/22/03 8.14. Mirrors. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 26709. 8.15. Muffler. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 27150(a). 8.16. Parking Brake. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 26451. 8.17. Proof of Insurance. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 16020 through 16028. 8.18. Radio. 8.18.1. Taxicabs shall be equipped with a two-way radio or cellular phone in working order. 8.19. Seat Belts. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 27315. Additionally, Taxicab restraint system shall be maintained to OEM specifications and shall be in good working order. 8.20. Steering and Suspension System. Steering and suspension system shall be in good mechanical order. (California Vehicle Code § 24002(a)(b)). 8.21. Taximeter and Meter Seals. 8.21.1. A taximeter in working order. 8.21.2. Taximeter shall have an intact meter seal. 8.21.3. Taximeter shall be certified by the County Sealer of Weights and Measures. The date on the seal shall not be more than 13 months old. 8.21.4. Taximeter shall be placed in the Taxicab so that the reading dial showing the amount of fare to be charged shall be well lighted and easily read by the passenger. 151178\3 Page 21 1/22103 8.21.5. A Taxicab shall be placed out of service if the taximeter is not working, the seal is broken or missing, or the authorized fare is not being charged. 8.21.6 Taximeter shall not charge a fare other than the authorized fare. 8.22. Tires. 8.22.1. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 27465(b). 8.22.2. A jack, tire changing tool, and an inflated spare tire. A Company may be exempted from this requirement upon proof that the Permittee has a contract with a towing company and a policy in place to send another Taxicab for the stranded passengers. 8.23. Windows. 8.23.1. Front and rear windshield per California Vehicle Code § 26710. 8.23.2. Safety glass shall be in all windows. 8.24.3. Windows shall be operational as originally designed. 8.23.4. No window tinting on windshield or front side windows per California Vehicle Code § 26708. Any tinting applied to the rear side or rear windows must be light enough to allow any passengers to be viewed from the outside. 8.24. Windshield Wipers. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 26707. 8.25. Footpedal Pads. OEM rubber pads on all foot controls. Pads shall not be worn or deteriorated to the point that metal is showing. 8.26. California Vehicle Registration. 8.26.1. A valid registration per California Vehicle Code § 4462. 8.26.2. Registered as commercial Taxicabs per California Vehicle Code § 260. 8.26.3 Registered to the Permittee and/or Driver showing the same Permittee's name and address. [Approved 7/21/04] 151178\3 Page 22 1/22/03 8.27. Vehicle Age. Effective March 1, 2001, OCTAP shall not issue a Taxicab permit for any vehicle older than ten (10) model years measured from the current calendar year (example: during calendar year 2000 vehicle must be model year 1990 or later). Vehicles older than ten (10) model years shall not be eligible to operate as a Taxicab under any condition. 9. TAXICAB OPERATION 9.1. Direct routes. Driver shall carry a passenger to his/her destination only by the most direct and accessible route. 9.2. Receipt. Driver shall give a receipt for the amount charged upon the request of the person paying the fare. The receipt shall identify the driver's name, Taxicab number, Permittee name, date and time of issuance. 9.3. Solicitation. Driver shall not leave his/her Taxicab to solicit passengers. 9.4. Fares charged. Driver shall not charge fares or charges higher than those authorized in the OCTAP Regulations. 9.5. Additional Operational Requirements. Nothing in this Section shall prohibit OCTAP or an Agency from requiring a Permittee or Driver to comply with such additional operational requirements for safe, efficient and courteous service for the traveling public. 1'51178\3 Page 23 1122/03 10. PERMIT FEES AND TAXICAB FARES. 10.1. OCTAP Permit Fees. A fee schedule for OCTAP functions will be proposed by the OCTAP Administrator, reviewed and recommended by the OCTAP Steering Committee, and approved by the OCTA Board of Directors in the amount necessary to recover all costs incurred by OCTA in the administration of OCTAP. The fee schedule adopted by the OCTA Board of Directors is attached hereto as Attachment "1." 10.2. Taxicab Passenger Fares, 10.2.1. Initial Taxicab passenger fares have been adopted by OCTAP and ratified by Resolution of each participating Agency. 10.2.2, Each Agency agrees to accept the passenger fare schedule approved by the OCTAP Steering Committee, which is attached hereto as Attachment "2." Each year the OCTAP Administrator will conduct a study of comparable Taxicab fares and recommend a passenger fare schedule to the OCTAP Steering Committee. In the event the recommended passenger fare schedule includes any revision(s) to the then current passenger fare schedule or in the event the Steering Committee approves consideration of revision(s) to the then current passenger fare schedule recommended by a Steering Committee member, then the Steering Committee must comply with the following procedure in order to approve any revisions to the passenger fare schedule. 10.2.2.1. Introduction of Proposed Revised Passenger Fare Schedule. The OCTAP Administrator may recommend a revised passenger fare schedule for first reading and initial consideration by the Steering Committee at a regularly scheduled quarterly meeting of the Steering Committee or the Steering Committee may approve consideration of a revised passenger fare schedule recommended by a member. 10.2.2.2. Public Hearinq. The Steering Committee shall have no authority to adopt a revised passenger fare schedule during the meeting in which a proposed revised passenger fare schedule is first introduced and presented to the Steering Committee. The Steering Committee shall set a public hearing to receive comments from the public regarding the proposed revised passenger fare schedule. The public hearing may be set for the next regularly scheduled quarterly meeting date of the Steering Committee, or another time 151178\3 Page 24 1/22/03 and place not less than forty-five (45) days from the date of introduction of the proposed revised passenger fare schedule. 10.2.2.3. Notice of Public Hearinq. Immediately after the Steering Committee sets the time and place of the public hearing, the OCTAP Administrator shall notify OCTA Staff, the City Manager of each participating Agency, Taxicab Business licensees, and representatives of the Orange County Tourism Industry, and shall post and publish a public notice of the public hearing in a newspaper of general circulation in the County of Orange at least once, but no less than fifteen (15) days prior to the date of the public hearing. 10.2.2.4. Adoption. Following the public hearing, the Steering Committee shall consider the proposed revised passenger fare schedule along with any public testimony presented in writing or orally at the time of the hearing. The Steering Committee may adopt, modify or reject the proposed revised passenger fare schedule. Any adopted revisions to the passenger fare schedule shall become effective no less than thirty (30) days following the adoption by the Steering Committee. 10.2.2.5. Notice of Adoption. Immediately upon the adoption of a revised passenger fare schedule, but no later than fifteen (15) days thereafter, the OCTAP Administrator shall notify OCTA Staff, the City Manager of each participating Agency, Taxicab Business licensees, and representatives of the Orange County Tourism Industry, of said adoption, and shall post and publish a public notice of said adoption in a newspaper of general circulation in the County of Orange at least once, but no later than fifteen (15) days subsequent to the date of adoption. 10.2.2.6. Majority Vote Required. Any action by the Steering Committee to adopt a revised passenger fare schedule shall require adoption by an affirmative vote of a majority of all members of the Steering Committee representing a participating Agency, regardless of the number of such members present and voting. 78\3 Page 25 1/22/03 11. REFUND POLICY There shall be no refund of any portion of the fees described in the OCTAP Regulations. 12. APPEAL 12.1. Notice of adverse action. In the event a permit is proposed to be denied, suspended revoked, or a fine imposed, the applicant or Permittee or Driver shall be notified in writing of the proposed adverse action and the reason(s) therefor. 12.2. Notice of appeal. No later than ten (10) days following the date on the notice of proposed adverse action, the applicant, Permittee, or Driver may submit a written appeal on a form provided by OCTAP. The applicant, Permittee, or Driver shall set forth in the appeal the reason(s) why such action is not proper. Failure to file a timely appeal shall constitute a waiver of the right to an appeal. 12.3. Stay. Except as provided in Section 12.4, once an appeal is filed, the proposed adverse action shall be stayed pending the final determination on appeal. 12.4. Stay, exception. If, in the OCTAP Administrator's opinion, the continued operation of a Taxicab, possession of a Company Permit, or possession of a Driver Permit represents a health or safety hazard for the public, the adverse action shall not be stayed pending the final determination on appeal. 12.5. Initial review of appeal. If an appeal is timely filed, the OCTAP Administrator shall either make the final decision regarding the appeal or shall assign a hearing officer to make the final decision regarding the appeal. The OCTAP Administrator may review the appeal and any additional information provided therein and shall have the discretion to determine the appropriate action in response to the appeal. 12.6. Hearing Officer. In the event the OCTAP Administrator elects to assign a hearing officer to decide the appeal then the following shall apply: 151178\3 Page 26 1/22/03 '12.6.1. The hearing officer shall not be an OCTA employee; '12.6.2. The hearing officer shall expeditiously schedule the appeal hearing. '12.6.3. The appellant and the OCTAP Administrator or the Administrator's designee shall each have the right to appear in person and be represented by legal counsel or other representative, to present evidence, to call and cross-examine witnesses under oath, and to present argument. '12.6.4. The formal rules of evidence shall not apply, and any relevant evidence that is the sort of evidence upon which responsible persons are accustomed to rely in the conduct of serious affairs shall be admissible. 12.6.5. Hearsay evidence may be considered by the hearing officer, but no findings may be based solely on hearsay evidence unless supported or corroborated by other relevant and competent evidence. 12.6.6. The OCTAP Administrator may promulgate supplementary rules and procedures for the conduct of the hearing, the forms of notice and proceedings, and the preparation and submission of the record. 12.6.7. The hearing officer shall have the discretion to determine the appropriate action in response to the appeal. 12.6.8. The decision of the hearing officer shall be the final administrative remedy and shall be binding upon the parties to the appeal. 12.7.6. If the hearing officer decides to suspend or revoke a permit, the appellant shall immediately surrender the permit to the OCTAP Administrator. 13. AMENDMENT(S) TO REGULATIONS 13.1. Administrative amendment(s). The Steering Committee may adopt administrative amendment(s) to the OCTAP Regulations. OCTAP shall forthwith notify each Agency and the OCTA Board of Directors of any changes adopted pursuant to this section. 13.2. Substantive amendment(s). 151178\3 Page 27 1/22/03 Notwithstanding section 13.1 above, the Steering Committee is not authorized to adopt substantive amendment(s) to the OCTAP Regulations. Substantive amendment(s) shall be recommended by the Steering Committee and substantive amendment(s) must be approved by each Agency and shall be effective only in the Area of Jurisdiction of each Agency that has approved the amendment(s). For purposes of this section, a substantive amendment is defined as an amendment likely to have any of the following effects: 13.2.1. Affect the rights, responsibilities, and participation of any Agency (such an amendment must also be approved by the OCTA Board of Directors); or 13.2.2. Decrease the number of Companies or the number of Taxicabs operating in the Area of Jurisdiction of any Agency; or 13.2.3. Affect the purpose of the OCTAP Regulations. 13.3. OCTAP permit fees and taxicab passenger fares. 13.3.1. Sections 13.1 and 13.2 above shall not apply to an amendment to the OCTAP fee schedule, attached hereto as Attachment 1," which is adopted by the OCTA Board of Directors. 13.3.2. An amendment of the Taxicab passenger fares attached hereto as Attachment "2" and adopted pursuant to Section 10.2.2.6 of these Regulations shall be considered an administrative amendment pursuant to Section 13.1 in order to ensure uniformity of fares within Orange County. ---End of Regulations-- 151178\3 Page 28 1/22/03 /'� g LkST'1�`,..Y.E�1 it Clel7f a(Suite g�:a�ir�"a�c ici �S/`�.i.- �ICFP6O 3Il�J El Cieta, Su?:c- 100 ® a a a P.O. Sox 5451 • Palm Springs, CA.92263 1760) 778-5156 • Fax 17601 778-5157 COACHELLA VALLt+YTAX1CWNE SASS0CIAT ION 0 To protect mad promote the 1m3 indeistry in the Coachella VaMaj� •Fmmded Novembers,2002 a A Non-ProfitBeneficialAssoc afton 9562320958 February 16, 2005 Brad Weirner Indian Wells Resort 76661 Hwy I I I Indian Wells, CA 9221 01ndianWells, CA 92210 Dear Mr. Weimer: We hope that you, the Hotel/Resort Manager will help us with this first ever questionnaire. Please consider this as our way of introducing our organization to you. The C.V.T.O.A. was incorporated two years ago to improve the Taxi Industry here in the Coachella Valley and to promote fairness in the taxi industry. For the first two years we have promoted and championed our cause with local governments and now, with the apparent creation of a new Taxi Regulator, we wanted the Hotel&Tourism industry to know that our Association will do everything possible to improve service for your guests. Hopefully we can resolve any problems that have arisen in the past or any problems that are still ongoing through the intervention of a Taxi Regulator who will be out on the road full time enforcing taxi regulations. Our Association intends to work with the new Regulator to erasure we have the best taxi service that can be found anywhere! You can call or fax our office any time, day or night, if you have any problems with taxi service. We will strive to remedy the problem. Thank you for taking part in our survey, and please know that the one hundred and fifty-five taxis the+C.V.T.O.A. represents will always do their best to provide you with professional and dependable taxi service. Sincerely, Sergio IVE Santo President, C.V.T.O.A fJ2� ��j Zols� Coachella Vaii$y Taxi Owners Association Tease fax this completed questionnaire to: 760 -778-5157. Flow would you rate taxi service in the Coachella Valley and, what can the taxi industry do to improve it? What problems are you currently having (if any) with taxis on your property? Would you be interested in meeting once a year to discuss taxi service issues? ❑ Yes ❑ No Property lame: Warne of Contact Person: Title: Phone #: Fax#: Thank you very much for your input. (How it Works) $1,000,000 Performance Bond (Provided by the C.V.T.O.A,) C.V.A,G, Advisory Board C,V,T.0,A, Taxi Regulator -- --------- ------------------ 6-1 us 8-0-t,0-i II Palm S T prings Tax! Public Police Department Medal11ons] Ordinance Compk,i Record Taints {oe in LL foroement -T- Background'Checks, Appeals Annual Fingerprinting Citations 6oaid Penult Fee omurlty P.R, l D VIV 7 1 P j insurance Driver rintOUtS Requirements Company Permit h:u1s\tax1charAreport1.xls FY 96/97 FY 97/98 FY 98/99 FY 99/00 FY00/01 FY 01/02 Total Number of Trips 317,38 359,386 397,2 429,65 426,36 394,749 % Increase over previous year 19% 13% 11% 8% -1% -7% Average # of cabs per year 118 130 144 162 161 167 % Increase over previous year 18% 10% 11% 12% -0.60% 4% Annual Trips Per Cab 2,688 2,775 2,756 2,655 2,648 2,363 \ TRIP vs. VEHICLE ANALYSIS - FY 99/00 I FY 00/01 FY 01/02 FY 02/03 1 rY 03/04 1 --- -- - CABS I TRIPS I TRIPIVEH CABS I TRIPS TRIP/VEH CABS I- TRIPS -TRIP/VEH CABS f_-TRIPS TRIP/VHH ChBS TRIPS I TRIP/VEH I JUL 144 27,500 191 _ 158 28,232I _179 157 29,113 185 163 23,197 _ 142 167 24,449 146 W - --- AUG _ 145 20,666 143 155 22,779� 147 156 27,125 174 164 28,040 171 167 27,7121 166 SEF' 156 23,525 151 155 35,356 228 _ _159 22,202 140 166 25,905 156 173 29,502 _170 OCT 163 42,695 262 16� 34,886 213 160 28,260 177 l64 29,094 177 NOV 166 34,416 207 163 34,269 210 - 165 37,877- 1-4 165 39,279 238 DEC__ _ 169 32,475 192 167 35,942 215 172 24 758 144 _ 160 _28,597_179 JAN 167 41,438 248 166 35,366 213 170 32 249 190 160 AD,915 256 �____ - - FE8 169 45,018 266 166 _ 41,819 252 172 36,325 6 40,009 237 29 16 08 7170 53,5 315 50,149 37,155 222-- - IAPR 165 41,274_250 _162 43,801 270 176 4D 758 232 _166 38,770 234 _ _ - MAY __165 _ _ 35 402 215 16- 35 94 222 175 43,545 249 _168 44,676 266^ _ TOTALS 1942 429,652 221 1935 426,369 220 2007 394 749 16� 169 55 'L 197 198 401,B7tt 3 r 507 81,6B3 1611 Jt1N- ---- 160 -1, 5T-194 156 LLi7 81 170 1 00/01 __^ 01/02 ,., _ __ -�-- - - ---- 0_3/04 HIGHEST TRIPS Mar 50,149 01/03 45276 ;;Ai,676 Sept 2 9,50 I Jul 23,197 LOWEST TRIPS 22,779 0 July 24,449 MAST VEHICLES Oct 167 01/05 176 _ Jun 169 _ _Sept 173 LEAST VEHICLES __ _-,Aug 155 01/06 156 Jan 160 Aug 167 ----- MOST TRIPS/VEH Mar 308 01/07 259 May 266 Sept__ _170 - - -- LEAST TRIPS/VEH _Aug 147 01/OS 140 Jul 142 July 146 2ANAL 03-04 Page I h;luls\taxichart\prcj ec1.xls The Future FY 00101 FY 01102 FY 02/03 Number of Trips (1) 481,210 538,955 603 -g-Crq-,b Number of Cabs (2) 183 207 234 Trips per cab 2,631 2,608 2,585 ©� IF capped at 164 (3) 2,934 3,286 3,681 0026) 000 Difference 303 678 1,096 Add'I Rev @$15 AV fare $ 4,642 $ 10,173 $ 16,434 (1) AV increase of 12%over past 8 years (2) AV increase of 13%over past 8 years (3) AV#cabs in last 3 months t TRIP vs. VEHICLE ANALYSIS - FY 99/00 rY 00/Ol _ FY 01/02 FY 02/031 S�If 3 CABS TRIPS I TRIP/VEH CABS TRIPS TRIP/VEH CABS L TRIPS I TRIP/VEH CABS 1 TRIPS I TRIP/WEN V 0 I° 144 27,5001 191 4A 158 28,232 179 6% 157 29,1131 185 Sw163 23,197 142 1W 145 20,666 143 155 22,779 147 156 27,125 174 164 28,040 171 J t? 156 23,525 151 155 35,356 228 159 22,202 140 166 25,905 156I 163 42,695 262 164 34,886 213 160 28,260 177 164 29,094 177 166 34,416 207 163 34,269 210 165 37,877 230 165 39,279 238 169 32,475 192 167 35,942 215 172 24,758 144 160 28,597 179 1D167 41,438 248 01166 35,366 213 jL170 32,249 190 0160 40,915 256 169 45,018 266 166 41,819 252 172 36,325 211 168 40,009 237 _ 170 53,586 315 163 50,149 308_ 175 45,276 259 16, 37,155 237 165 41,274 250 162 43,801 270 176 40,758 232 f(.(e 165 35,402 215 160 35,494 222 175 43,545 249 1 163 31,657 194 156 28,276 181 170 27,261 160 (`C( 1942 1429,6521 221 1935 426,369 220 2007 , 394,749 197 1477 292,1911 198 we-W_ _ 99100z019 ;; :00701 ,:rv#'O1L02au Mar 53,586 Mar 50,149 Mar 45,276 Jan 40,915 Aug 20,666 Aug 22,779 Sep 22,202 Jul 23,197 Mar 170 Oct 167 Apr 176 Mar 167 Jul 144 Aug 155 Aug 156 Jan 160 Mar 315 Mar 308 Mar 259 Jan 256 Aug 1 143 Aug 147 Sep 140 Jul 142 '77 71- W777 T, 7W7"'W 77 4 7 h:u\5\IaxIr,h a rlVeport I AS FY 96/97 FY 97/98 FY 98/99 FY 99/00 FyOO/ol FY 01/02 Total Number of Trips 317,386 359,386 397,266 429,652 426,369 394,749 % Increase over previous year 19% 13% 11% 8% -1% -7% Average # of cabs per year 118 130 144 162 161 167 % increase over previous year 10% 10% 11% 12% .0.60% 4% W- 1) 7-9;6 2. -655 2,648 2,363 Annual Trips Per Cdb 12,683 2,775 INTER-OFFICE ' , MEMORANDUM f n A ! f A G E N C Y April 23, 2003 TO: Taxicab Administrator FROM: Director of Administrative Services SUBJECT: MORATORIUM ON CABS & OPERATORS The Board of Directors of SunLine Services Group met this afternoon at a Regular Meeting, and one of the items on their agenda was the extension of the Moratorium on cabs and operators. After a lengthy discussion of the issue, and following the recommendation of the Taxi Committee, the Board unanimously voted not to extend the Moratorium. The net effect of their vote is that the 90 day Moratorium that was approved by the Board at their February meeting (SSG Ordinance 03-1) will expire at 1:31 p.m. on Monday, May 26, 2003. After that time and date, SRA may once again process applications for new Operators or Vehicle Permits. Dennis-Gilman STUDY SESSION TOPICS LIST DATE SCHEDULED TOPIC 3/9 Salton Sea Authority Restoration Plan Presentation 3/9 Property Owners of Riverside County— Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan Presentation 3/23 Fiscal Impact Study— Community Facilities District Financing 3123 Standards of Cover Study— Fire Department 3/23 5 Minute Fire Response Requirement 4/13 Palm Springs Desert Resorts Convention and Visitors Authority Marketing Study CDBG Consolidated Plan — Goals and Objectives Animal Shelter Model Green Building Ordinance 2005 March April May, 1 2 3 4 5 1 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 7 8 ;9'4_ 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 8 9 lO,7yIj12 13 14 13 '14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 ' _' 14 15 1.6 15161718192021 20 21 22 ' 3;�'24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 22 23 24�A126 27 28 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 -,' 28 29 30 29 30 3.1 Study Session dates are shaded 0 ZI