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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 20768-06-2013 ORDINANCE NO. 20768-06-2013 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING THE PRIVILEGE OF OPERATING AUTHORITY TO BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION FOR THE USE OF THE STREETS, ALLEYS, AND PUBLIC THOROUGHFARES OF THE CITY IN THE CONDUCT OF ITS LIMOUSINE BUSINESS, WHICH SHALL CONSIST OF THE OPERATION OF THREE (3) LIMOUSINES FOR A ONE (1) YEAR PERIOD BEGINNING ON THE EFFECTIVE DATE; SPECIFYING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE GRANT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; MAKING THIS ORDINANCE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY; PROVIDING FOR WRITTEN ACCEPTANCE BY BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth previously granted BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION the authority to operate a limousine service on the public streets, alleys, and thoroughfares of the City; and, WHEREAS, BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION has applied for renewal of its operating authority to furnish limousine service on the public streets, alleys, and thoroughfares of the City; and, WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth, pursuant to Sections 34-204 and 34-221 of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas (1986), as amended, has made inquiry and investigation into the application of BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION; and, WHEREAS, upon such inquiry and investigation and after thorough consideration of all the facts made available to it, the City Council finds: 1. That BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION has performed satisfactorily under the terms of its operating authority; Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation Ordinance No.20768-06-2013 Operating Authority Ordinance(Renewal) Page 1 of 7 2. That the service provided continues to meet the public necessity and convenience as defined by Chapter 34 of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas (1986), as amended; 3. That BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION is qualified and financially able to efficiently conduct such business to render such service to the public, consisting of the operation of THREE (3) LIMOUSINES upon the public streets, alleys and thoroughfares of the City of Fort Worth for a one (1) year period beginning on the effective date, which shall be upon acceptance by the grantee and completion of the publication requirement as determined by Chapter XXV, Section 2 of the Charter of the City of Fort Worth and Section 34-205 of the City Code of Ordinances; 4. That BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION continues to comply with the requirements of Chapter 34 of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas (1986), as amended, and any violations thereof will result in the imposition of penalties as provided by Section 34-228 of the City Code of Ordinances; and, 5. That the general welfare of the citizens of Foil Worth will best be served by the continued operation of THREE (3) LIMOUSINES by BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT WORTH,TEXAS: Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation Ordinance No,20768-06-2013 Operating Authority Ordinance(Renewal) Page 2 of 7 SECTION 1. That BERET MO0RE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION, uSOLE PROPRIETORSHIP with its principal place of business in FORT WORTH, TAR8AN1[ CO0Nl[Y, T|CXAS, hereinafter referred to um ^^Cunopuny," io hereby granted operating authority to use the present and future streets, o)lcyn and public thoroughfares of the City of Fort VVodb, Texas, in its hnsionmm of providing public limousine service within the said City's nuonioipu\ iiouiix with THREE (3) ]LKMO0SKNDl0 for u one year period beginning on the effective date. SECTION 2, That the findings and couitudonm contained in the pcouou6\c burooP are expressly incorporated into and made a part of this ordinance as the findings of the City Council. SECTION 3' That the Company, ux holder wf the grant, and the Company's operations hereunder, shall he governed at all times by the provisions of state and federal |uvvm and no8u}adnus and Chapter 34of the Code of the City of Foil Worth, Texas (|V86), uxamended. SECTION 4. That the authority herein granted mbu|\ be and remain uu6inci to said Company's [u\|, complete, and oodmEbotnry continuing compliance with all federal, state, and local iu`vo and ordinances, including but not limited to the Charter of the City of Fort Worth, and all relevant provisions nf Chapter 34` Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas (1986)` as amended, and such other ordinances as may he adopted from time to time by the City Council governing and regulating the operation of limousines in the City of Fort Worth. Beret Moore d/b/xMoo,~'o Airport T,uoopvr-tutivn Ordinance No.zV7«V-0a'z0|s Operating Authority Ordinance(Ren^wu|) Page 3ofr SECTION S. That the Company acknowledges that the City of Fort Worth assumes no liability or responsibility in making this grant, and that by acceptance of this ordinance and grant, Company hereby agrees to indemnify, hold harmless and defend the City of Fort Worth, its officers, agents, and employees, from and against any and all claims or suits, expense or liability, for any and all property damage or loss and/or personal injury, including death, to any and all persons, of whatsoever kind or character, arising out of or in connection with any acts or omissions by Company, its officers, agents, employees, drivers, licensees, invitees and passengers, in the exercise of the authority granted herein; and Company shall assume all liability and responsibility for same. SECTION 6. That the Company acknowledges that its drivers, property, and operations shall be and remain subject at all times to such reasonable regulation by the City as is or may be necessary to protect the interests of the general public. As such, the Company understands and acknowledges that during the term of this ordinance and grant, the City of Fort Worth may adopt such ordinances that further regulate the operation of the Company's service within the City of Foil Worth, including the amount of fees to be paid; and that upon the adoption thereof, the Company shall begin conducting its operations in compliance with the provisions of such ordinances. Further, should the City later adopt an ordinance that would change the nature of the rights granted under this ordinance, the City reserves the right to cancel or otherwise modify any and all rights granted under this ordinance and issue a new grant of operating authority, as long as Company is not in violation of any provision of Chapter 34 of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas (1986), as amended. In the event the terms and conditions of this ordinance are in Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation Ordinance No.20768-06-2013 Operating Authority Ordinance(Renewal) Page 4 of 7 conflict with the provisions of any such ordinance adopted by the City, the provisions of such later-adopted ordinance shall supersede the terms and conditions of this ordinance to the extent they are in conflict. SECTION 7. That the Company acknowledges that payment of required fees, as specified in Chapter 34 of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas (1986), as amended, is a requisite to exercising the privileges granted herein. SECTION 8. That the Company shall be obligated to discharge any claim or judgment against it finally established by law, and the failure to do so for a period of one hundred eighty (180) days shall, ipso facto, terminate all authority under this grant. SECTION 9. That pursuant to Chapter 34 of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, (1986), as amended, the Company shall not sell, convey, or transfer this grant of operating authority to any other person, firm, or corporation without the prior formal consent and approval of the City Council of the City of Fort Worth, nor shall the Company sell, transfer, assign, or otherwise encumber its limousine operation without the consent of the Fort Worth City Council. SECTION 10. That nothing herein contained shall be held or construed to confer upon the Company exclusive rights or privileges of any mature whatsoever. Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation Ordinance No.20768-06-2013 Operating Authority Ordinance(Renewal) Pace 5 of 7 SECTION 11. That any suspension or revocation of the privileges granted herein may be n000rnp|ixbod under the upp|iouh|o provisions of Chapter 34 of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas (|g8h), umamended. SECTION 12. That the tennoand provisions nf this ordinance are severable and aho|\ be governed by Section 1-5 of Chapter I of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas(1986), as amended. SECTION 13' That the provisions of this ordinance shall be and are hereby declared to be cumulative of all provisions of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas (1986), as amended, with respect to the regulation and oporuduo of public limousine service within the City's nnouicipu| limits, and, in the event of conflict between the provisions of this ordinance and such Code, the provisions of the City Code shall govern and prevail. SECTION 14' A pcmulh/ may he imposed for violations of this ordinance in an amount not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500.0(). Each day that u violation exists obo|l constitute o separate offense, Any violation nf this ordinance shall bou class Cmisdemeanor. SECTION 15' That after adoption of this ordinance, Company shall pay all required fees and file with the City Secretary written acceptance of the terms and provisions hereof. Such acceptance of and agreement to the provisions of this ordinance and grant oboJ| he evidenced by the signature of the Company's authorized representative oothe final page of this ordinance. Beret Moore mmuMovro',Airport Transportation Ordinance No.zV768-o6-zo|3 Operating Authority Ordinance(x^uewa|) Page 6of7 SECTION 16. The City Secretary of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, is hereby directed to publish the caption and penalty of this ordinance for two (2) days In the official newspaper of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, as authorized by Section 52.013 of the Texas Local Government Code; Chapter XXV of the Charter of the City of Fort Worth; and section 34-205 of the City Code of Ordinances. SECTION 17. That this ordinance shall take effect upon adoption; acceptance of the grant and payment of the fee by BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION and publication as required by law. APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: Charlene Sanders,Assistant City Attorney ADOPTED: June 4, 2013 EFFECTIVE: ACCEPTED BY: BERET MOORE d/b/a MOORE'S AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION DATE: -q;:� Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation Ordinance No.20768-06-2013 Operating Authority Ordinance(Renewal) Page 7 of 7 Ground Transportation Coordinator FlndinI4 Factors Under Section 34-271,subsection(b)in determining whether or not to recommend the renewal of granting operating authority, the Ground Transportation Coordinator shall consider, among other things, the following items: (1) The holder has performed satisfactorily under the terms of the operating authority-, (2) The service provided continues to be necessary and desirable; and (3) The holder continues to comply with all requirements of this chapter. City of Fort Worth, Texas Mayor and Council Communication COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 6/412013 - Ordinance No. 20768-06-2013 Il/2b ®bip ddpp, r7:L/ /,/ Iraqi is /i161i ol2eI. G✓iA/ ®U�mONin/ f/i,.Y� ', /OLIO J l2/1fmP/;. fPLMS/9P 4,. DN11UAlR AI�N54 DATE. Tuesday, June 04, 2013 REFERENCE NO.. **G-17906 LOG NAME: 20MOORE'S TRANSPORTATION SUBJECT: Approve Findings of Ground Transportation Coordinator Regarding Renewal Application of Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation to Operate Three Limousines Within the City of Fort Worth and Adopt Ordinance Granting Such Authority(ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS) RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council: 1. Consider and adopt the following findings of the Ground Transportation Coordinator: a. The public necessity and convenience require the operation of three limousines upon the City streets, alleys and thoroughfares; b. Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation is qualified and financially able to conduct a limousine service within the City; c. Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation has complied with the requirements of Chapter 34 of the City Code; d. Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation presented facts in support of compelling demand and necessity for three limousines; e. The general welfare of the citizens of the City will best be served by the addition of three limousines upon City streets, alleys and thoroughfares; and 2. Adopt the attached ordinance granting Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation operating authority for three limousines on City streets for a one-year period subject to and conditioned on Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation complying with all requirements of Chapter 34, Article VI of the Code of the City of Fort Worth (1986), as amended. DISCUSSION: On April 29, 2013, Beret Moore d/b/a Moore's Airport Transportation (Company) submitted a renewal application seeking to operate three limousines within the City of Fort Worth. Pursuant to Section 34-205 of the City Code, when considering the Company's application, the City Council must determine whether or not to adopt, approve or confirm the findings of the Ground Transportation Coordinator. Under Section 34-271, the Ground Transportation Coordinator used the attached Ground Transportation criteria to determine whether or not to recommend the granting of operating authority. The Ground Transportation Coordinator Finding Factors are attached to this Mayor and Council Communication (M&C) and are incorporated into this M&C for all purposes. Logname: 20MOORE'S TRANSPORTATION Page 1 of 2 The one-year period shall commence on the effective date, which shall be upon acceptance by the grantee and completion of the publication requirement in accordance with Chapter XXV, Section 2 of the City Charter and Section 34-205 of the Code of Ordinances. The potential annual revenues from the collection of applicable fees under Chapter 34, is estimated to be $300,00. FISCAL INFORMATION /CERTIFICATION: The Financial Management Services Director certifies that the Transportation and Public Works Department is responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City. FUND CENTERS: TO Fund/Account/Centers FROM Fund/Account/Centers GG01_421352 0201002 $300.00 CERTIFICATIONS: Submitted for City Manager's Office by_ Fernando Costa (6122) Originating Department_Head; Douglas W. Wiersig (7801) Additional Information Contact: Gerald Taylor (6987) Logname: 20MOORE'S TRANSPORTATION Page 2 of 2 .. ,..• M o o oummowrw.muwuiumVrwwWUl'N9'NWUYIII'N'WWW'wk'l'7A'9WNW,u 'WN'91 ,...,