2017/04/19 Council Agenda Packet

I within one (1) year prior to the taxicab company's for-hire license application submittal date each year. D. Safety Inspection. Each taxicab and TNC vehicle operating in the city must hold a valid certificate of safety issued by an independent motor vehicle mechanic not employed by or associated with a taxicab company or TNC or any driver authorized to operate the vehicle in question, and who is a certified National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)Master Mechanic in good standing with the ASE. Said certificate shall be based on the vehicle passing a vehicle safety inspection that meets the standards set forth below, and is performed within one(1)year prior to the taxicab company/INC for- hire license application submittal date each year. E. Inspection Standards. At a minimum, each vehicle inspection required pursuant to subsection A of this Section must consist of a confirmation of the safe operation of applicable vehicle systems and equipment, and a review of the vehicle's exterior and interior condition and cleanliness. The inspection shall include,but is not limited to, a check of the following systems and equipment: 1. Correction of any and all applicable motor vehicle recalls 2. Brake system 3. Alignment 4. Tires and wheel systems 5. Suspension 6. Steering system 7. Transmission 8. Fuel system 9. Exhaust system, compliance with emission standards 10. Belts and hoses 11. Fluids (motor oils, antifreeze,transmission and brake fluids) 12. Heater and air conditioning 13. Drive train and axles 14. Lighting systems and turn signals 15. Seat mechanisms and seat belts 16. Airbags 17. Door locks and windows 18. Hood and trunk latches 19. Speedometer and other gauges 20. Battery and cables 21. Cooling system 22. Horn 23. Wiring 24. Glass 25. Windshield and window glazing 26. Wipers and washers 27. Mirrors 28. Body component soundness Page 7 of 14 50