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- The operation of a shuttle company is a privilege and not a right. For Shuttle services to be provided in Portland, the shuttle company must obtain a permit. The Bureau will certify that all affiliated shuttle company vehicles and shuttle company drivers have met all certification and operating requirements.
- A. Shuttle company permit requirements. No person or entity may conduct business as a shuttle company in Portland without a valid, current permit issued by the City under Chapter 16.40. Failure to comply with this Subsection A. is a Class A violation subject to penalties provided in Sections 16.40.930 to 16.40.950.
- B. Shuttle driver certification requirements. No person or entity may conduct business as a shuttle driver in Portland without certification by the City Administrator prior to being authorized to provide Shuttle services on behalf of an affiliated shuttle company. Drivers not meeting all required conditions will not be certified as shuttle driver and will not be allowed to operate as a shuttle driver. Failure to comply with this Subsection B. is a Class B violation.
- C. Shuttle vehicle certification requirements. No vehicle may conduct business as a shuttle vehicle in Portland without certification by the City Administrator prior to being used to provide shuttle services by an affiliated shuttle company. Vehicles not meeting all required conditions will not be certified as shuttle vehicle and will not be allowed to operate as a shuttle vehicle. Failure to comply with this Subsection C. is a Class B violation subject to the penalties provided in Sections 16.40.930 through 16.40.950.