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- The operation of an NEMT company is a privilege and not a right. For NEMT services to be provided in Portland, the NEMT company must obtain a permit. The Bureau will certify that all affiliated NEMT company vehicles and NEMT company drivers have met all certification and operating requirements.
- A. NEMT company permit requirements. No person or entity may conduct business as an NEMT company, as defined in OAR 410-136-3000, 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 the penalties provided in Sections 16.40.930 through 16.40.950.
- B. NEMT driver certification requirements. No person or entity may conduct business as an NEMT driver in Portland without certification by the City Administrator prior to being authorized to provide NEMT services on behalf of an affiliated NEMT company. drivers not meeting all required conditions will not be certified as NEMT driver and will not be allowed to operate as an NEMT driver. Failure to comply with this Subsection B. is a Class B violation subject to the penalties provided in Sections 16.40.930 and 16.40.950.
- C. NEMT vehicle certification requirements. No vehicle may conduct business as an NEMT vehicle in Portland without certification by the City Administrator prior to being used to provide NEMT services by an affiliated NEMT company. Vehicles not meeting all required conditions will not be certified as NEMT vehicle and will not be allowed to operate as an NEMT 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.