Ord 90-0270072.08001
RPB/tw
Ol/31/90
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ORDINANCE NO. 90-27
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
WASHINGTON, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE CHAPTER 6.64
OF THE KING COUNTY CODE, ENTITLED "TAXIS--
BUSINESSES AND DRIVERS"; CONTAINING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the Federal Way City Council wishes to enter
into an interlocal agreement with King County for the licensing
and regulation of taxis and taxi drivers and such agreement
requires the City to adopt an ordinance which is the same or
substantially similar to that adopted by King County, and
WHEREAS, the Federal Way City Council finds that this
ordinance is necessary to comply with the interlocal agreement
and it will promote effective and efficient enforcement of
taxicab regulations, now, therefore,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Kinct County Regulations Adopted bv
Reference•
Chapter 6.64 of the King County Code entitled "Taxis--
Businesses and Drivers," including all future
amendments, is hereby adopted by reference as if set
forth in full herein; provided, that any references to
unincorporated King County in sections 6.64.010 and
6.64.020, as well as any other sections pertaining to
RPB018880 -1-
ORIGlNAL
the application of this ordinance, shall be changed to
refer to the City of Federal Way.
Section
2.
If
any
section,
sentence,
clause
or
phrase
of
this
ordinance
should
be
held
to
be
invalid
or
unconstitutional
by
a
court
of
competent
jurisdiction,
such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity
or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance.
Section 3.
This ordinance shall be effective as of
the date of incorporation, February 28, 1990, which is more than
five (5) days after publication of an approved summary consisting
of the title to this ordinance.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Federal Way
this
13th day of
February, 1990 .
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
~ Aa... f} J;;t?
MAYOR, DEBRA ERTEL
ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
ÁldÞwJ (j ~
CITY CLERK, DELORES A. MEAD
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY:
B~ ß WiLL-
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: l/3l/90
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 2/13/90
PUBLISHED: 2/16/90
EFFECTIVE DATE: 02/28/90
ORDINANCE NO. 90-27
RPBO18880
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SECONDHAND DEAL�RS
6.60.160 6.60.170
aize of the business of the violator, the gravity of the violation, the number
of past and present violations committe� and the good faith of the violator in
attempting to achieve compliance after notification of the vfolation. .All civil
penaltiea assessed will be enforced and collected; in accordance with the
procedure specified under thie title. (Ord. 1888 Art. IV 1, 1974).
6.60.170 Additional �n�orcem�nt. Notwithstanding the exietence o� �se of
any other remedy, the director may aeek legal or equitable relief �o enjoin any
acta or practices which constitute or will constitute violatian o;E �ny b,usiness
license ordinance or other regulatione herefn adopted. (Ord. 1888 Art. IV S 2,
1974).
Chapter 6.64
TAZIS BUSINESSE8 AND DRIVERS
Sectionst
6.64.010
6.64.020
6.64.030
6.64.040
6.64.050
6.64.060
6.64.070
6.64.080
6.64.090
6.64.100
6.64.110
6.64.120
6.64.13A
6.64.140
6.64.150
6.64.160
6.64.1?0
6.64.180
6. 64'.190
6.64.$00•'
6.64.210
5.64.220
6.64.230
6.64:240
6.64.250
6.64.260
6.64.270
6.64.28b
6.b4.290
6.64.300�
6.G4.310
6.64.320
6.64.330
6.64.340
6.64.345
6.64.35p
Definitiona.
Taxicab and for-hire license Appl�.cations.
Taxicabs, maximum number.
Color scheme.
Expiration of licenses and license f�ea.
Unlawful to operate taxicab or for-hire vehicles without
liability insurance.
King county taxicab or for-hire liGense plates.
Duplic�te license platea.
Rates.
Dieplay of taxicab or for-hire vehicle number.
Taximeter.
Znstallation of taximeters.
Flaq to be proper'�oeition.'
`Clas�sification and capacity.
Driver•• licenee:
Trip sheets.
Display of license:
in'apection of taxicab or for-hire vehi�les.
D3�ect route of travel.
�nlawful not to pay �fare.
Leavinq taxic.ab or for-hire vehicle�
Saggage.
Two-way radio dispatch.
Diecontinued use as taxicab or for-hire vehicle.
Solicitation of faree or car�ying non-paying paae�ttqers or pete
of driver.
Condition of driver.
Suspension Revocation of driver's lfc�nssa.
Licensing feea.,
For-hire driver'q license ,required -:.Application.
Qualifications for a for-hire driver•s licenee.
Seattle-King,County Health Dspartment.
Fingerprinta:and photographs to accompany appl.ioation.
Inweatigation of applicants for driver's licenses,.-
Temporary permit. t
Required training.
Issuance of for-hire driver's license.
243
(King County 12-90)
6.64.010
SUSINESS LICENSES APID REGULATIONS
6.64.360 Expira�'ion and renewals of for-hire driv�r's Iicensea.
6.64.370 $or-hire driver's licease fee.
6.64.380 Damaqed or-�worn-out�for-hirs driver's licenses to be
replaced.
6.64.390 Identification of drivere.
6:54.�4tl0 Ren�fal oi����icense,` reqistratfon or permit
6'.64.410 Violatione aeed �p�nal�°iee.
6:54`.420 fibii giAnalty.
fi.64.430' AdBitf.onal enforc�nen�:
6.64.44d Scope o! authority.
6.64.470 Moratorium.
6.64.480 Transfer of permit.
6.64.490 Driving record.
b.64.500 Passenger camplatnts procees.
6.64.510 Industry reportinq.
6.54.520 12esponse tfn►ee.
6.64.530 Annual report.
Late penalty.
6.64.540 Annunl�det�ra�fnatioiti of fhrea and number�of licenses.
6.64.55� Interlocal agreement.
6.64.560 Severability.
6.64.570 Taxicab'Commiseion.
CR08S REFERENCEt
Taxicab operatinq aqreet�nent at afrport,
code.
see Chs. 15.48 and 15.80 of this
6.64.010 Definition�. For'purposes of thfs chapter and unless the context
plainly requires otherwiee, the followinq definitfons apply:
A. "Affiliated taxicab" meane a taxicab associat�cj wit� a grou,p of taxicabs
having multiple ownera and operatinq under the�same colox or other identification
echeme, all of which must operate under 'an ide#�tical echedule wf r�tes end
charges,
8. "Affiliation repreeentative" means the individual:Qr•organiz�tion who
has the suthority to file ratee for a group of affiliate�l taxicabs.
C. "Audit" meana v�rification of reported �osts and revenues by review of
bueineas records, iacludinq but not limited to accounts, receipta,..�ncL.reporta
filed with other governm�ntal.agencies.
D. "City" m�ans th� city of Seattle or an authorized,repre�entative of the
city of S�attl�.
E. "Director" means the director of the County department of e�cecutive
administration.
F. '"Srr�oYa�nt officer" meai►s the d'ireator and his%her duly autharized
representatives.
G. "For-hirQ driver" n�eane any person iit charqe of or driving a taxicab or
for-hire vehi�ie aarrying passenges'e or'bagg�qe for hire, as hereinafter4further
defined; provided, however, that the provisions of this chapter ahall npt�apply
to drivers of•tnator vehicleg dp�rated by any municipal or privately,.,dwned,
licensed traneit syetem.
H. "For-hire vehfale" meane`f1t�d�inoludes every'motor vehicle other than a
"sightseefng cn�," "charter' 'bu's" or c�ne'` �1eed`�' by ho'tel 'or motel keepers
exclusively to convey`their qu�ets ta and frbm ho'tels o�r moteTe free of charge
or reward, ueed for the transportation of passengers`for-hire, and not operated
(King County 12-90) 244
TAXIS BUSINES5E5 DRIVERS 6.64.010
exclusively over a fixed and definite routej provided, however, that this
definition does not include a motor vehicle with a seating capacity, including
the driver, not exceeding fifteen persons which operates to transport passengers
between their placea of abode or termini near such placea, and their places of
employment, in a eingle, daily round trip where the driver i� also on the way to
or froro hisjher place of employment.
I. "Labor costs" means salaries or waqes paid by taxi owners to, taxi
drivers or the portion of the draw taken by a taxi owner to represent hie ct,her
compensation for driving the taxicab. If, in the opinion of the director, labor
costs are under reported, thia information may be supplemented by the director
with an index of wages in compar:able induetries.
J. "Licensee".meane all applicants, including affiliation representative,
required to licenae taxicabe or for-hire vehicles under the provisions of this
chapter..
K. "Special Rate" means discounted rates for the elderly and handi:capped.
L. "Special Services V�hicle° means a vehicZe equipped to accommodate and
which is used f�r the transportation of handicapped persons as herein defined:
The ter�n handicapped means any person who is phyeically or mentally disabled
who hae an identification card issued by a governmental agency which deaor:ibes
the handicap and also has medical certificati,on that the handiasp limita the
pereon's activities, functioning and ability��to vae public transportation
f ac,il ities
M. "Taxicab" meana every motor vehf�le used for the transportation of
passengera for-hire, where the route traveled or destination ia controll.ed by a
cuatomer and the fare is based on �n amount recorded and indicated on a
taximeter, or on a special fare rate or con�racted agreement as pe�mitted l�y this
chapter.
N. "Taximeter" means any instrument ar device by which the charge for hire
of a passenger carrying vehicle is measured or calculated either for the distance
traveled by such vehicle ar far wafting tfine, or for both, and upon which such
calculated charges ahall be indicated by �nQane of figwres.
O. "Motor vehicle" means every aelf-propelled vehicle by or upon which any
p�raan may be transported or carried upon a� publia street, highway or�alley.;
provided, that vehic2ea used exclusively upon stationary-rail tracka or prapelled
by the use of overhead electric wires shall•nqt come under the provfsions of this
chapter.
P. "Engage in the businesa of operating any �axicab or vehicle for hireN
rneane the.:pickup and transportation of any fare paying passenger from a point
within the geoqraphical confines of unincorporated King County, whether or.not
the vehicle is diapatched from a taxicab stand �r office within any�other
municipal corpor3tion, and whether or not the ultimate destination or route of
travel �.s within.the confinea of unincorporated King County; provided; that
nothi�►g in this chapter shall be construed to apply to taxfcabs ar fbr-hire
vehiclea licensed by sny other municipal corparation and transporting pamsengers
from a point within the licensing muni;cipality to destin$tfon out�ide thereof,
whether or not the ultimate destinatian or route traveled is within
unincorporated King County.
Q. "Licensed vehicle" shall mean any taxicab that'has been a"King
County For-Hire Vehicle License and/or a City of Seattle For-#iire Vehicle
Licenae. Any transfer of for-hire vehicle licenses for a licensed vehicle shall
b� for the transfer of all for-hire vehicle licensea iee�ued ta said vehicle'. If
the transfer is for one for-hire vehicle license only, the r�matning for'-�fiire
vehicle licenses shall. be considered abandoned and nonrenewable or
nontransferable and ehall be surrendered to the'issuir�g agency. (Ord. 9763 3,
1990: Ord. 7964 S 1, 1987s Ord. 6887 1, 1984s Ord. 4232 1, 1979: Ord.
2914 S 1, 1976: Ord. 1888 Art. V� 56, 1974: Ord. 1120 S l, 19'72).
245 (King County 12-90)
6.64.020
BUSINESS LI�'ENSES AND REGULATIONS
b.64.010 Taxicab and For-�ira Vehicle Lfceaso Applicatious. It is
unlawful �o own or operate a motor vehicle, or engage in the business of
operating as a taxicnb or for-hire vehicle in the unincorporated areae of King
County aithout first having obtained, for each and every vehicle.so used, a
liaene� from the director, to be known ae :a for-hire or taxicab. license.
Licena�e ehall be obtained in the following �annsr and under bhe following
conditicns:.;
A. The applicant for a taxicab or for-his� vehicls licenee shall show in
tha aPPlications
1. The true name and address of the appl.icant1
2. Zt a corpo�ation, the names and addreaees of tAe�prfncipal officers
a�nd shareholders thareofi
3. The classifiaation under which the vehicle will be operated, whe�ther
as taxicab or other vehicle tor hirej
4. The ysar for whiah�the licenee ie.souqht=
5.. True and accurate infornation conae�r►ing ths ownership,
identification, company veh�als nuanber, the name of the busineeg, fict3tious or
atherwise under which ths vehicle is to be operatedj
6. T#t� diatiaguiehinq rolor scheme, deeiqn or drea�, includfng any
monoqram or insiqnia to b� used on such vehicle or vehicles�
7. Wheth�r he/ehe or any of the principal officere or shareholders-have
been convicted of any cri.m�a within thres yeare preceding the date of
agplic�tionj
8. After J'une 1, �1988, a�'capy ot a certificate of completion'�of a
training pr�am offered �or approvad by the county ae described in Section
6.64.345 of this chapt•r shall be attached;
9. Hia/her agree�me�t to comply with all requiremente of Section 6.64.510
of thie chapkex;
10. Such other info�mation the director may reqnire, which he/she deems
reaaor►ably necessary to aid' in�th� enforcement of thie chapter.
8. ThQ dir�ctor-shall inquire into •t�e correctness of the information
furniatied, and'if eo e�tiefied tha� the appliaant hae successfully completed a
writt�n examitiatfon, tastinq the appiicant's knowledq� of ordiriance requiremente
dealinq with ownership re8por�sibilitfes, prerequiaftes to liceneing,
vehicle/equipment requirements and satisfactory geographic knowledge of King
Cou�xty, the.content of ahich will�' be prescribed by` the director, that the
applicant ie the bona �ide owner af the motor vehicle, hae met th�s various
requiremente of thie chapter, that the name under �hich the applicant is to
operate and the color echem� naed upc�n the motor vehicle does not conflict with
others �o used, or tend to'deceive ths public, that the motor vehicle is eqaipped
with pr�oper etate licenss �ad city of �eattle licens�, if applicabls, snd is
properly insured !or the pratection of the public ae required by law, a license
may th�reupon be isaued in accordance with the provisiona nt thira chapter,
authotizing:the operation o! the motor.vehtclQ under the classificatiort applied
�or
C. A license may be denied to any person if the director,-°after due
inv�stiqation, finda tihat.the npplicant/owner has:
1. M,ade any false atatement on the application;
2. Hac1.:-a convictiort or bail forfeiture involving crime� pertaining to
alcohol, contro�led substances,v prost:itution, gambling, physical violence, or
othar crime�,directly rel�ted to.�he applicant's hanesty and integrity�.(fraud,
larceny�, �xtortion) and ability to properly operate a taxicab business, within
three years of the date o�.
(King County 246
TAXIS BUSINESSE• D DRIVERS 6.64.020
6 64.030
3. Fails to pass the written examination required in K.C.C. 6.64.020 B.
of this chapterj
4. ,Exhibited conduct within the past thr�e years in drfving, operating
or engaginq in the busine�s of operating any taxicab or for-hlre vehicle w'hich
wauld.lead ,the director to reasonably conclude that the applicant/owner will
aot comply wfth chapter requirements relating to vehicle safety and sanitation
standards, insurance requlrements, end vehicle and driver licensing
requirementst
5. Been refused a taxicab or for-�hire vehicle lice�se or had such
license revoke@ under the �ovisions of`this chapterp provided, however, that
any applicant denied a license under the prov�sions of this._chapter may
reapply after one year from the denial if the basis for denial no longer
existsJ
6. Fzigaged in the business of bperating ainy taxicab or vehicle for-hire
for which a 1lcense is requlred, while unlicensed or on a ltcense suspension.
Willful fa3siflcation or omission of any information required y in the
application �hall constituta grounde for denial of the license.
D. If the number of licensea is�ued and currently pendinq applicationa
for licer:a�s is le�ss than the maximum nwnber of Iicenses authorized pursuant
to Section 6.64,030 of this chapter, then all new applications"sliall be.
processed as described in K.G.C. 6.64.020 A-C. If the number of licenses
issued and applications for licenses is equal to or greater h�an the max�inum
number of liceases authorized pursuant to 3ect�on 6.64.030 af this chapter,
all new pendi.ng applications found by the director to satisfy other
requirements of this chapter shall be eligible to be drawn by lot to receive
new lfcena;es at such time any new license(s) become(s) available to meet the
authorized number of licenses for the county. The lots shall b� drawn from
a7.1 eligible appl�ca.tions peading as of the date(s) licensets) becomets)
avallable in marsner which ensure$ equal and random opportunity to be
selected. The .drawing af lots shall be open to the public. Notice of the
drawing shall be sent to the eligible applicants and posted no less than ten
days prior to the drawing.- Any license revoked pursuant to provisions ot� this
chapter may not be transferred and may be replaced throuqh khe rieethod
prescribed herein.
E. A taxicab or for-hire vehicle licease msy be s�spended if Ehe Iicenses:
l. Fails to maintain in fu11 force a,�sd effect the fnsurance require� in
this chapter;
2. Fails to comply with the safety .and sanitation requ3retaents og this
chapterj
3. Fails to maintain t.he taximeter 1� accurate and c�ood working
condition.
F. A taxicab or for-hire vehicle license may be suspended or revoked if
the licensee has been found to:
1. Operate or permit the operat3on of the vehicle while using�or in
pos$assion of alcohal or controlled substances, Quring its operationt
2. Violates any of the provisions c�f thi.s chapte�.'` (Oxd. 7964 2,
1987: �rd. 6887 2, 1984: Ord. 4598 1, 19?9:' Ord. 4232��'�, 1979: Ord.
3926 1, 1978: Ord. 3547 l, 1978; Ord. 3146 1, 1977: Ord. 2914 2,
1976: Ord. 1888 Ar�. V� 57, 1974: Ord. 1120'§ 2. 1972).
6.64.030 Taxicabs, ma�m r�u�ber� The King County c�ouncil `may ordain a
max2ueum number of taxicab licenses for Kirsg County, taking 3nto account the
v direator',s recommendation, public need for adequate taxl serv3ce and
licensees' needs for adequate revenue. (Ord. 7964 34, 12, 1987: Ord. 3926
2, 1978: Ord. 2914 3, 1976: Ord. 1120 3, 1972).
247 (1Cing Cou�ty 3-87)
6.64.040 6.64.080
L�
BUSINESS LICENSES AND REGULATIONS
6.64.040 Color sche�e. The director shall, in the interest of protecting
the public from being deceivad or confused, have the exclusive control in the
c„�antinq of permissioa to us� any color scheme, desiqn or monogram by any
taxicab., affiliated taxicab .or vehicle for hire. It is unlawful ta use or
ahar�ge any color, deaign, monogram or insigala on any taxicab, affiliated
taxicab or vehicle !'or hire arithout the prior permission and apgroval of the
director. Failure to comply with thfs provision shall be grounds for
revocation of any taxicab, affiliated taxica�b or forihf.re veh�.cl.e license.
(Ord. 4232 3, 1979: Qrd. 1888 Art. V§ 59, 1974z Ord. 1120 S, 1972).
6.64.050 Expiratl.on,of lioea�eces aa8 liceass fees. All liceases` issued
under this chapter shall expfre on August 31st of each year. Such licenass
may be retsewed by the license- hpl�ier, for the �ucceeding year by makinq
applicatlon therefor: with t�e .d�:ractor at lea�t ten daya prior to the
e�tgiration date. (Ord. 4232 4, 1979: Ord. 2914 4, 1976s Ord. 1120 6,
1972).
6.64.060 UnlaMful to operate taxic�:or for-hire vehicies Mi.t�ro�nt llebility
iasnraace. A. No such license shall �be issued ualess t.�se applicant ther�efor
files with the director p�oof of compliance with RCW Chapter'46.'72, as now`or
hereafter amQnded.
B. Additlonally, all applicaats shall ina3ntain'a°poltcy o! underineuz�ed
m4tor�.�t coverage whiah runs to �he bene`fit of passe,ngers'; provided tha� a
certificate of self-insurance �isaued pu�rsuant to RC.wi 46'.29.630" may be filed
with the •dix�ectczr in 1i.eu of euch palicy.
C. Such lnswean,ce as requi�r�ed in 1�. and B. above, shall be maintained in
full force and effect for the f1�11 period to be conered by the permit applied
far, and failwre to do go aha11 resu�t 3n the automatic si�spension of such
permit. (Ord.�6887 3, 1984: Qrd. 2914 5, 1976: Ord. 1120 7, 19�2).
6.64.070 1C�nq Cbwaty ta�d.�ab or lor-h�re liceaae platee. The' director
shall �urnish with each taxlcab or for-hire license fBSUed one or more tags or
plates or decala. All plates, taqs or decals shall bear a niimber and the year
for which the lieense was issued,�together with the words "King County Taxicab
or ,For-Hire Licen�e." The form, material, and �positioninq on the vehicle
shall be as prescribed by the director. It 3s unlawful for any owner,
operator or driver of e taxicab �or for-hire vehicle'to operate auch vehicle
without havinq conspicuously dispinyed on such vehicle a license plat�; tag or
deCnl furaished and authox,iaed by the director, or to operate the vehicle with
expired or illeqible King Couiaty taxicab or for-hire license plates, taqs or
decals. All plate�, tag or decals sha11 be and ren►ain the prdperty of King
County and upon the revocatioA, surrender, suspension or expiratioA'of a
vehlcle license, or if four�d ia the possesaion og any per'sor� dt.her than to
whom the licenae was issued, the plate, tag or decal' aliall be pi.cked up b�► any
enforcement officer aad returned �o the dlrector. tOrd. 6887 4, 1984: Ord.
1888 Ar.t. V� 59. 1974s Ord.. �.120 8,:�19T2).
6.64.080 Duplicat� iicense,�plates. Whenever a Itinq �ountp takicab or
for-hire license plate becomes loat, destroyed or stolen, a duplicate n�y be
issued by th4 diuector, at the-_;expense of' the licensee. The' reque�st far a
duplicate licenae pl�t�s ehal].:.be�.accomparsied by thn lieeusee's aworn stiatiement
to the effect that such licenee plate has became lo�t, .destroysd or �"tolerr.
Kirsg C,ottn;ty 3-87) 248
TAXIS BUSINESSES AND DR7V'ERS
Should the original of the ordered
plat.e shall be promptly returned
manufacture or produce any taxica
dupli.cat.es thereof herein provided
1120 9, 1972).
6.64.080 6.64.090
duplicate be later found, the original
t_o the director. I* is unlawful t.o
b or for-hire vehicle license plate .Qr.
except by order of the director. (Ord.
6.64.090 Rates. A. The rates for taxicabs licensed t.o opere#.e in Ki.ng
County shall be set by the King County council.
B. No taxi shall have more than one rate on �its metex prova.ded that.
special servfcES vehicle meters may have one rate for handicapped pa�ssengers
in addition to the prescribed passenger meter rate..
C. �ccept for. s,peeial or contract rates and rates for special .service
vehicles, as provided for :in this chapter, it shall be'unlawful for, anyone
operating a taxicab licensed by King County: to ,charge, demand or ��.ceiv� an�►
greater or lesser rate than the following:
1. For passengers for the first 1/7th mile ..................,........$1.20
2. Thereafter for each additional l/7th mile or fraction therepf...$0.,20
3. For every one minute of wa3ting time ............................$0.3,5
4. FF�cctra charge pez passenger over two passengers excluding mincars.$0.50
D. Special rates as defined in this chapter shall be cal.cula�ed as a
percentage of,the meter rate.
E. All special rates and special service vehicle rates must be filed with
the director on fo.rms furnished b� the director.
F. The county council shall review rates on an annual basis pursuant to
K.C.C. 6.64 or at a��y other time the council chooses, and enact new rates when
it deems such change ta be in t.he public interest. If the. rate ch�nge d,oes
not necessitate a meter adjustment, �Ghe new rate becomes e£fective i:hirty (30�
days after,enactment. If a met.er.adjustment is required, the new rate becomes.
effective when the taxi meter is approved.
In reviewinc� rates the council shall take into account, amonq other
things, and with the, object�.ve of prescribing a just and reasonable rate.,, the
following factors:
1. The recommendations of the director pursuant to K.C.C. 6.64, if anyp
2. The public need for adequate taxi service at the lowest level of
charges consistent with the provision, maintenance:and continuat3an,of,,such
service;
3. The rates of other licensees operating ia similar are�s;
4. The effect of such rates upon transportat3on of passengers.by other
modes of transpartation;
5. Z'he licensee's need for revenue of. a level wh,ich u�de�� honest
effic3.ent and economical management is sufficient to-cover the eQS�;(including
all operating expenses, depreciat�,on accruals, rents, license fees�;�and taxes
of every kind) of providing adequate taxi service, plus an amouz►t equal to
such percentage of the cost as is reasonably necessar�+ for the replacement of
deteriorated taxicabs and a reasonable p�ofit to the licensee as further set
forth in K.C.C. .6.64..
G. All taxicab rates shall be conspicuously displayed, inside artd :outs�+de
the taxicab so as to be readily discernible to the passenger.=; The manner:of
such posting will be prescribed by the di:r.ector.
H. 1. For new licenses all special rates and/or contract rates• sha11 �be
part of the application process, and when the license is issued the rate
becomes effective and must be charged;
2. For licensed taxicabs changing special rates, changes shall be
limited to two times durin g the license year.
249 (King County H-87)
u
6.64.090 6.64.110
BUSINESS LICENSE AND REGULATIONS
I: It 3s unlawfal to make any discriminatory charge� to any persan, or to
�uake any rebate or in any manner reduce the charge t_o any person unless such
is 3.n conformi.ty with the discounts/gurcharges contained in the filed'special
rates, except as herein provided.
J. Lvery for-hire vehicle licensee shall, before commencing operation,
conspicuously display the rate inside the for-hire vehicle so as to be readily
disrernible to the passenqer. The manner of such posting will be prescribed
by the d3rector.
K. 1"he rates specifi►ed in this seetion for t.axicabs and for-hire vehi.cles
shall not apply to transportation of persons provided pursuant to a writter+
cbntract which establishes` a fare at a�different. rate' for specified
transportstion and which is entered into prior ta the passenger's request for
transp4rtation and has been previously filed with the director= provided, tfiat
no contract may �,nclude any provision(�� the effect of'which is to directly or
indi�ectly requfre excluafve use of the transportatian services of t_he
contracting'taxicab or for-hire vehicle. The contract shall not exceed one
year.
L. Operation of any`'�axicab or for-hire license without the'filing and
display of rate�, as herein required, shall be prima facie grounds �for the
suspensi�n or revocation of the taxicab or for-hire license. (Ord. 8014 1,
1987: Ord. 6887 15, 1984: Ord. 4232 5, 1979: Ord. 2914 6, 1976: Ord.
2192 1, 1974: Ord. 1888 Art. V§ 61, 1974:, Ord. 1238 1, 1972: Ord. 1120
10,``'1972).
6.64.1'00 Di$play of taxicab or for-hire vefiicle nu�ber. It is unlawful
for any taxicab 6r for-hj.re vehic2e to fa31 to have�conspicuously displayed,
where it is readily diecernible by the passenger, the name, number and
telephone number where the owner of the taxicab or for-hire vehicle caa be
reached; the sixe, location' and form thereof to be determined by +.he
director. It is unlawful during the hours of darkness to fail *o illuminate
sufficlently such name and numbers. (Ord. 6887 5, 1984: Ord. 1120 11,
1972).
6.64.110 Taxi�eter. A. It is unlawful for any person to `drive, operate,
or engaqe in the business of operating a taxicab unless the vehi.cle is
equipped with' a taxim�t.er which has heen inspected by the dtrector, or
approved by the eity of Seattle pursuant to reciprocal liceneing agreements.
After July 1, 1988, all me�.ers must have the capacity ,to store the following
a�nformation on a quarterl-y basiss
1. �Zbtal number oi- trips
2. paid sniles
3.' Totai miles vperat�d
4. Zbtal number of fare units
5. Tbtal number of e�rtras.
This information shall be collected from meters purat�ant to Section
6:64.fi10'af this� cMap�er, excepr that in addition to the raquire�hents of
Section 6.64.510, mete� readl�.nge providing the inforfrtati�n �.8entified ir► t.his
section enust be reparted by any person repairing such meter within tive (53
days of any meter �repaiir.
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TAXIS BUSINESSES AND DRIVERS 6.64.110 6.64.150
B. It shall be the duty of the owner, driver, or any other person having
possession or control of a taxicab to k�ep such taximeter'accurate and in good
working condition at all times. Prior to th� �.nstallation of such taximeter,
same shall be approved fbr operation by `an official testing station so
designated by the director and upoa such appronal, a written notice and lead
wire seal shall be plainly posted and attached to the taximeter for the
�nformation of the public. Such taxicab meters shall be rechecked and
inspected at least seen�annually in the same ri�aizcier as the origfnal inspectian.
G. It is.unlawful for any person 'to drive, operate or engaqe in the
business of operating a taxicab whenever the lead wire seal of approval has
been,broken, cut, removed or is mf.ssinq.
D. Tt is- unlawful for any person to faYl, resist or refuse the director
or arsy duly authorized agent to test aad reinspect the taximeter at any ti.me.
(Ord. 7964, 4, 1987: Ord. 3926 3', 1978: �d. 1888 Art. V§ 61, 1974:
Ord. 112U 12� 1972).
6.64.120 Iaetallatioa og taximeters. Every taximeter shall be instailed
at the right side of the driver, either adjoining the cba;�l or dashboard of the
ta�cicab and at such hefght that the `flag thereof may be readily seen by
observers on the street. The readinq face of ttie taximeter shall at a�l times
be well lighted and distinctly readable to the pa�sengers within the vehicle.
It is urslawful to change the size of the wheels or tires of any taxicab or the
gears operat3ng the taximeter or to change the taximeter from one vehicle to
another unless such taximeter is reinspected and approved by the directorj
provided, however, that a licensee may change from regular to snow or studded
tires, without reinspection of the taximeter,'so long as the change does not
operate to increaee the mileage registered by the taximeter. (Ord. 1120 13,
1972
6.64.130 F�ag to be proper positioa. It is unZawful for any driver of a
taxicab while carryinq passenqers or under employment to display the flaq
attached to the taximeter at such a position as to denote that such tax�tcab or
for-hire vehicle 1s not employed. The flaq of such taximeter must be returaed
to a narirecording position at the termination of each aad every service.
(Ord. 1120 14, 1972).
6.64.140 C2asaificatioa aad capncf.ty. The' director shall by inepecti,on
determi.ne the clasaificati.on and capacity of the vehicle inspected. (Ord.
1120 15, 1972).:'
6.64.150 .Driver�s liceaee. 2t ts unlawful for any person owning,
centrolling, or ersgaged irs the business of operating taxicabs or for-h,tre
vehicles to employ as the driver of any such vehicle, or permit any such
vehicle to be operated by'a driver who does not have in his possessioa a nalid
€or-hire driver's license.
If any driver of a taxicab or for-hire vehicle sha21 be coavicted.o!
driving such vehicle while under the influence of or affected by liquor or
drugs, the for-hire driver's license of such drlver shall be revoked and he
shall not be gram,t�d a for-hire driver's license for a period of at least .one
year from the date of such convictioa. (Ord. T120 16, 1972).
251 (Kinq County 3-87)
6.64.160 6.64.180
BU3INESS LICENSES AND REGULATION'S
6.64.160 Trip sheets. It is urslawful for any person owning or operating
any�taxicab or for-hire �ehicle to fail to keep an accurate daily record on a
txip sheet, the form and si�e to be determined and approved by the director.
All daily trip sheets shall be kept oa file for a period of two years at the
addres� for which the vehicle for-hire license is issued. All daily trip
aheets ehall be opea for iaspectioa by the directox either while carrled in
the vehicle for hir� or at the:address of the licensee.
It is unlawful for any taxicab -.or for-hlre dri�rer to ft��:l or refuse to
turn in his trip eheet or moneye.collected from taxi-trip fares to his
employer or his duly authorized agent at the end of each shift worked.
The following iafarmation ehall be coratained on each trl,p sheets
A. The driver'a name as l�.censed and f�or-hire driver's license nua�b�r=
B. The driver's residenc:e address and telephane number;
C. The campany name aad vehicle numbert
D. The date, time aad place of oriqin and d3smissal of each trip
(including trlps where the pass�nger did uot c�nplete an`actual trip)j'�
E. The fare collected or to be chargedf
F. The number of passe:sgerg payinq or not psying and awy other 3tem� �for
which e charge was or was: not at8de�
G. The beginning an8 ending speedometer.mileaqe of -the nehicle'for each
shift �►orkedt
H. The beginriirsq arsd ending tinte for. each shilt workedt
I. The begirsning and eading meter readinqs for each shift worked;
J. If the_trip �s made pursuant to a corstract as spec�.fied fn Section
6.64.090, the trip sheet shall also show the fare as indicated by the meter
and an ideatification of the coatract under which the transportation is
provided.
The driver of aay taxicab or for-hire vehicle ahall, on request of any
passeAger paying hiui a,fare for aay txip, issue a' receipt showinq such
information for sa�.d trip.
�'ailure to keep an accurate daily trip sheet or ,the withhalding of a trip
shaet or fare moneys collected by,a for-hire driver from his'employer or his
duly authorized aqent shall be grounds for susp�asion or revoca�ion of his
for-hire driver's license. (Ord. 2914 7, 1976: Ord. 1120 17,, 1972).
6.64.170 Display of licease. Every owner or.operator of any �axicab or
for-hire vehlcle shall at all tinte� carry �.n such vehicle- permits issued by
th� Aepart�aent of Motor Vehl.cles of the state o� Washingtoa and the city of
8eattle, if applicable, showing euch vehicle to be properly iasured for the
protection of the publi.c, aad also the licenses and permtts issued p�ursuaht to
this chapter. (�rd. 2914 8, 1976z Ord. 1120 16, 1972).
6.64.180 Iaspect�on of taxicab or for-hire vehi+cles. -All v�ehi�lee operated
under the authority of thie chapter shall be made avallable for inspe�tion by
the director or his/her representative at any reasonable time or place: The
director shall inspect the vehicle to�determine cleanliness, proper equipment,
good appear�nce, and safe o�erating condition.
A. A taxi.cab or for-hire,.veh.icle ghall be deemed to be of safe candf.tion
for the transportation-of pasaengers when the following minimum 'require,ments
have been complied with:
1. Until December 31, 1989, the vehicle must be no more than six years
old (including the current model year) nor have traveled more than 100,000
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TAXIS BUSINESSE�AND DRIVERS 6.64.180 6.64.200
miles. If more r_han six years old or if it has traveled 100,000 miles or
more, the vehicle must be replaced, unless the vehicle owr�er snbmits a
certificatio��of safety completed in a manner prescribed by the director.
After January 1, 1990, the vehicle must be no more than three years old
(including the,current n�del year) nor have traveled more than 100,000 miles.
If more than three years old or 1f it has traveled 100,000 miZes or more, khe
veh�cle muat be replaced, unless the vehicle owner submits a certlfication of
safety comple�ed in a manner prescribed by the director.
2. An efficient and operable windshield wl,per mechanismJ
3. An adequate braking system includfnq emergency or auxiliaryj
4. A complete lighting system, exterior .and interior, and. inaludinq
signal�.ng devl.ces and emergency flasherst
5. Rear-view mirrorss
6. Glass (windshield and rear) free of breaks, :craeka or defects
sufficient to mar vislonf
7. T�res with minimum tread depth of 2/32 irsches as deter�irsed by
qauqe, and free of visible defectsf
8. Adequate shocks, steering, exhaust and other mechaniCal `systems
required for safe operation of the vehiclet
9. Other safety equip�►ent as may be determir3ed from time to time by the
director to be necessary for the safe transportation of passengers.
B. A taxicab or for-hire vehicle shall be deemed to be, of good
appearance, clean and sanitary where the following minimum conditions exist:
1. �e vehicle seats are unbroken, have no rips tn the upholstery and
na exposed springs;
2. Inside door handles are present and operate properlyt
3. The vehicle has a functioning�heater=
4. Windows roll up/down properly;
5. Loose dirt, grease, ashes, dust, or like substances ar� not present
to the degree that such is visible to and would be physically transferred to a
passenger sittinq in the vehicle;
6. The vehicle has no torn or ripped floor a�ts th�t could pose a
hazard on entering or exitinq the vehiclej
7. Other reasonable conditions as may be determined by the dlrector to
be zsecessary.for the safe and sanitary transportation of passenger� for-hire.
If the director determines during his/her inspection that the condition of
a�y taxicab or vehicle for-hire needs correction, he/she shall issue to the
operator>or driv,er thereof a notice in writiag spec�fying such defects and the
same shall be remedied immediately or by a l;ater date deteralined by the
d3rector.
It is.unlawful to fail to comply with any written notice by the director
to make corrections on the taxicab or for-hire vehicle. (Ord. �964 5,
1987: Ord. 68$7 6, 1984: Ord. 1120 19, 1972).
6.64.190 Direct route of travel. Any c3river of a taxicab or for-hire
vehicle employed to carry passengers to a definite poi�t shall take the most
direct route possible that will carry the passenqer safely and expeditiously
to his destination. (Ord. 1120 20, 1972).
6.64.ZOO Ual�wful not to pay fare. It is unlawful for any for-hire driver
to refuse to accept as a passenger any person of proper deportment who
requests a ride wheri the taxicab or for-hire vehicle is vacant or not
employed, and it 3s ualawful for any persou to refuse to :pay the reqular fare
for a taxicab or for-hire vehicle after havirsg hired the same. (Ord. 1120
21, 1972).
253 (King County 3-87)
6.64.210 6.64.250
$USINESS LICENSES AND REGULATIONS
6.64.210 Le�viaq taxicab or for-hire vebicle uaatte��ed. It is unlawful
for auy drtver of a taxicab or for-hire vehicle to leave the same unattended,
or to make repairs thereto or wash such vehicle while in e taxicab zone;
except that e period cf not to exceed sixty minutee �.s allowed such for-hire
driv�r for purpos'es c►f takiag h!s meals or shoppi�g, during which time such
taxicab or for-hire vehicle nu�y be left unattended as long as the vehicle is
locked and does aot interfere with other taxicabs or for-hire vehicles within
such zorsa. (Ord. 1120 22, 1972).
6.64:220 Baqgage. Peraoas serve8 with a taxicab or for-hire vehicle
hereu,nder shall be e�ntitled to have wtth �hem their valises or sma�� hand
baggage as can be convenieatly carried withia the vehicle loaded, conveyed,
and uuloade�l without charge. fOrS• 1120 23, 197Z)."
6.64.230 TNO-�ay ra�]io dlspatch. Uutil March 31; 1987, if �t�►e taxicab or
for-hire vehicle is equipped aith a xadio disp�tch system, it i,s unlawfuY for
any for-hire .drinesr to tail to respond to a cal� from the dispatcher to pick
up a pa.ssenger arhen so requeated or to fail to keep the radio in the t�txicab
or for�hire vehicle oper�ttnq at all times during the shift the taxicala or
for-hire vehicl� ie operated. After July 1, 1988, each taxicab, except those
serving c�nly Sea-Tac Airport, must be equipped vrith a two-way ra8io dispatch
system capable of operatinq throughout ICinq County. Those cabs exempted from
this requl,rement because they only serve Sea-Tac Alrport must be equipped with
an operational CB radio, telephoae, or other telecommuntcations flevic�. It ie
unlawful for any for-hire dri.ver to i'e!]. ta respond to -a ca21 from the
dispatcher to pick up a passenqer when so requested or to fai.l to`keep the
rad3o in the taxicab or for-hire vehicle operating at all times durinq the
shift t.he taxicab or for-hire vehicle is operated. A11� such equipped taxicabs
or for welzicles shall have conspicuous�ly placed on the vehicle by the
name of the cab, the telephone auaiber from which the taxicab or for-3sire
vehicle,may be radl.o,dispatched. (Ord. 7964 6, 1987: Ord. 6887 7, 1984:
Ord. 1120 24, 1972).
6.64.240 Dlscoatirmed use a�,:taxi.cab or for-hire va�icle. All taxl.cabs or
for-hire vehicles licensed uride� this chapter whea di�scontinued for use as a
tnx3cab :or for-hire vehicle shall be sufficiently repainte8 forthwith wit�i a
color that will not tend to corsfuse or lead the publ.ic to believe the vehicle
may still be a taxicab or for-hlre vehicle and may �ot be u�sed on the street
for private trausportation until the repainting has been completed. Fnilure
to comply with the provisioas af thia section shall be gxounds for revocation
of such license. (Ord. 1120 25, 1972).
6.64.250 Solicitatioa of fares or carrylaq a� paping paeseagers ar pete of
driver. A. It is unlawful for �ny for-hf.re c]river to cruise at Sea-Tac
airpo�ct
B. It is unlawful for any for-hfre driver to'c3rive, or operate a taxicab
or for-hire vehicle on the lower level passenger .�ick-up at Sea-Tac airport
without having on dieplay a Port of Seattle authorized permit.
C. It is unlawful ;for any for-�hire or taxicab driver to so23cit on the
Sea-Tac airport terminal driv�s or itssi.de the airport terminal; b�ilding.
D. It 3s unlawful far arsy for-hire driver to haul any additicmal
passengers or aay nora-P�Y�4 Pa�senger s) or pet s).: other than those
belongi.nq to the fare _payi�g passenger(s), when the taxScab or for-hire
Kinq Cotu:ty 3-87 254
TAXIS BUSINESSES A1QD DRIVERS 6.64.25Q 6.64.290
vehicle has been engaged for-hire and/or is occupied already by a paying
passenger or passengers, provided that this is not intended to preclude a
licensed for-hire, driver acting as a trainer, from accompanyinq a driver
trainee while he/she is carrying paying passengers. (l�rd. 6887 8, 1984:
Ord. 1120 26, 1972
6.64.260 Condition of driver. It is unlawful,for any for �ire driuer to
consume any alcoholic beverac�e at any time within eight hours of reporting for
duty, or while on duty as a driver to operate any taxicab or for�ire veti.�cle
while under the influence of or affected by intoxicating liquors, narcotics,
barbiturates or any medicine that shall impair his ability to drive.
It is unlawful for any for-hire driver to 8rive, operate, or 'be in a
taxicab or for-hire vehicle in a position to drive or operate for lo}iger than
ten hours in any one .twenty -four hour period. (Ord. 1120 27, 1972).
6.64.270 Suspension Revocation o� for-hire driver's license�. Any driver
of. a taxiceb or for-�iare vehicle shall have his/hex for hire driver's li�cen$e
suspende.d or revoked if:
A. At .any time his/her State of Washington Motor Veh;icle Operator's
License is suspended or revoked;,
B. It is discovered after license issuance
af the bodg or mind which renders him/her unfit
motor vehicle;
that he/she has an infirmity
for the safe operation of a
G He/she uses or is found to be in possession of controlled substances
or alcohol while i.n or while operating any taxicab or for hire vehicle;
D. Charges a passenger a rate or fare other than t�iat provided for in the
rate set by King County;
E. At any time he/she fails to meet the qualifications for a fqr-�ire
driver;
F. violates any of the �rovisions of this chapter� (Ord. 6887 9,
1984: Ord. 1120 2 8, 1972
6.64.2 80 Licensinq fees. It is unlawful to engage in the,, business of
operating a taxicab or for fiire vehicZe as defined in this chapter without
first hauing obtained a valid license to do sa. This license shall be known
as, and the fee shall be as follows:
A. Taxicab license ....................$140.00.per vehicle.
B. For �ire vehicle license ...........$140.00 per vehicle.
C. Transfer of equipment fee...........$ 15.00 for each transfer of
year. (Ord.
Ord. .4232
29. 1972)•
vehicle during the license
8947 1, 1989: Ord. 6887 10, 1984: Ord. 5799 8, 1981:
6, 1979: Ord. 3926 4, 1978: Ord. 2914 9, 1.976: Ord. 1120
6.64.290' For-hire driver'a license requiz�ed Application. It is unlawful
for any per�on to drive or operate a taxicab or for hire vehicle in the
unincorporated areas of King County without first having obtained a valid
license to do so, which license shall be known as a for-hire driver's
license. The 2icense shall be obtained in the following manner;
The applicant shall file an application on a form furnished by the
director, which shall be signed and sworn to by the applicant and shall
contain: Name, height, weight, color of hair and eyes, residence adc�ress,
place and date of birth, last place of employment, whether or not the license
was ever suspended or revoked and for what cause, and such other information
255 (King Courity 6-89)
6.b4.290 6.64.300
BUSINESS LICENSES AND REQJLATTONS
as may reasonably be required. The applicant shall on the application give
the names and mailing addresses of four persons, not relatives, who have known
the applicant for at least two years past. tOrd. 6887 11, 1984: Ord. 4232
7, 197 9: Ord. 2 914 10 1976 Ord. I I20 30 1972
6.64.300 Qualificatio�ns tor a for-hire driver's liaense. A. No person
shall be issued a for-fi�lYe driver's license unless he/she possesses the
following qualifications:
1. Must be at least eighteen years of aget
2. Must possess a valid state of W�ashington motor` vehicle operator's
licenset
3. Must be free from any infirntity of body or mind which would render
the applicant unfit for safe operation of a motor vehicle, and shall have
submitted to a medical examination by a licensed physician and filed with the
�irector a certificate from said physician certifying his/her fitness as a
for-�iire driver. The scope of the e�amination and the certificate fcirm shall
be prescribed'by the Se�tttle �Cing �unty health department. Such examination
shall be required at least every four 44) years but not for renewal�§ of such
licens'e; pro�ided however, the director may at any t3me at his/her 8lscretion
require any licensee to be so examined and to secure such a certificate or
renewal thereof;
4. Must not be found to be addicted to' the use of 'intoxicating liquor,
dangerous drugs or narcotics;
5. After Jnne 1, 1988, must present a certificate of completiori of a
training program'offered or approved by the county as described in Section
6.64.345 of this chaptier.
6. Must successfully comp2ete a written examination administered at the
tiine of initial applicaticsn. The examinatf.on will test the app].icant' s
knowledge of the chapter requirements dealing with fare determination,
driver-passenqer relations,' cond�lct including the applicant's abi].ity to
understand oral and written directions in the Ehqlish language, vehicle safety
requirements an8 driver regulations, and a satisfactorp geographic knowledge
ot King County. The content of the examination will be prescribed' by the
director. AI:l current licensees must take and pass this examination in order
to secure renewal of their"licenses during the year after this chapter becomes
law; provfded that, after a driver once passes thi� examinstion, he/she shail
not have to pass the examination aqain as a requirement for license renewal
unless he/she has not been an active driver for a period of more than two
years.
H. No license wi11 be issued if the applicant has:
Made any false statement in his/her application;
2. Had a convicti`on �or b2ii1 forfeiture involving crimes pertaining to
controlled substances, alcohol, prostitution, gambling, physical violence, or
other crimes directly related to the applicant's honesty and integrity (fraud,
larceny extortio�l) and�i�r- ability` to operate a taxicab within' three x�ars of
the date of application;
3. Ha8 been fouhd to have exhibited past conduat
op�xating a taxicab or for �ire vehf.cle which would lead
reasonably conclude that the applicant will not comply with
the chapter related to driver/o�erator conduct and the safe
vehicle;
in driving or
the director to
:he provisions of
operation of the
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TAXIS BUSINESSES A1�D DRIVERS b.64.300 6.64.345
4. Has been found to have exhibited a past driving record which would
lead the director to reasonably conclude that the applicant would not operate
the taxicab or for-hire vehicle in a safe manner. (Ord. 7p64 7, 1987: Ord.
6887 12, 1984: Ord. 2302 1, 1975: Ord. 1888 Art. V§ 62, 1974: Ord.
1120 b 31. 1972
6.b.4.310 Seattle-Ring County Health Departme�nt. Any applicant whb �ai�Ts
to:pass a- satisfactory medical examination may be re-examined after th"��ty
days from the oriqinal examination, and if following such re-exatnination the
certificate herein required from the Seattle King County Health Department is
issued, the' applicant may be licensed" in accordance' with the prov�.s�ons of
this chapter. (Ord. 1120 32, 1972).
6.64.320 Fingerprints and photoqraphs to accompany app3icat3an. Earsh
app3.ication for a for hire driver's license shall be accompanied by a c�omple'ke
set of fingerprints of the applicants, and also by three recent dupiicate
photoqraphs of the applicant of the size to be determined by the director.
One photograph, shall be retained in the records of •ttie husinesis license
sect.ian and the second�attached to the license in such manner that it cannot
be re�oved and anQther photograph substituted therefar witho�t detectfon; tkte
third photograph together with the name., ad+�ress and license number shall be
prominently displayed inside the taxicab $a as to be readily discernible to
any.passenger. (Ord. 1888 Art. V� 63, 1974: Ord. 112U 33, 1972).,
6.64.330 Investiqation of applicants for driver's licenses. When an
application for a t.or-�ire driver's license, duly signed� and sworn to and
accompanied .by the :required cert3.ficate of the Seattle King County Health
Department has been received by the director, he shall investigate the
statements contained therein, and may obtain such other inforniation concerning
the applic�nt's eharacter, integrity, personal habits, past .conduct and
qeneral qualifications as' will `show the applicant's ability and skill as a
driver o€ a motor vehicle for hire, and his honestg, integrity and character
for the purpose of determining whether t�e applicant is a suitable person to
cirive a motor vehicle for hire. All applications for for �ire driver's
licenses shall become null and void after sixty days from date of filing, if
the applicant for any reason fails or neglects to obtain a license. (Ord.
2888 Art. V§ 64, 1974: Ord. I120 34. 1972).
6.64.340 Temporary permit. Upon application for a for hire driver's
license, the director may issue a temporary for -hire driver's permit which
shall entitle the applicant to operate a�axicab or other for-hire vehicle
pencling final action upon his application for a period not to exceed
forty-five days; provided, that any such temporary permit may be revoked for
falsification of information on the application'. Such temporary permit shall
not be transferable or assignable and shall be valid only with the taxicab or
for-hire vehicle company to which it was originally issue�. Whenever the
holder of such a temporary permit leaves the original employment, the employer
shall not3fy the director within five days. {Ord. 1120 35, 1972)'.
6:64.345 Required training. A. After June T, 1g88', all`taxi owners arid
drivers shall be required to complete a training program providing`information
about the history and g�ography of the Puget Sound area, incentives �or
defensive driving and personal safety, and enhancement of driver/passenger
relations, appearance'and communication skills.
256-1 (King County 6-89)
�J
6.64.345 6.64.390
BUSINESS LICENSES AND REQJLATIONS
B. Completion of this training ahall be scheduled as specified in other
sections of thia chapter.
C. The director shall assure that this training is offered by the,_county
and/or offered by another public or private entity. If training offered by a
noncounty en�ity, certification for purposes of obtaining or renewing a
license pursuant� to this chapter is continqent upon the director's �approval
that contents and traininq staEf capability are equivalent to what would be
provic��d through the county. ,(Ord. �964 18, 198�).
6.6±4.350 Issuance of for -hire driver's lieen�ee. if the director is
satisfied that the applicant for a for hire driver's license possesses the
qualificatione and is a suitable person to drive a motor vehicle for hire
under the prov4sions of this chapter, he sha11 is�ue him a�or �ire driver's
license which wi21 entitle him to drive and operaLe a motor vehicle for hire
within Kinq County._ (�rd. 1120 36, 1972).
6.64.360 PScpiratfon and ren�wals of gor-hire driv�r's licens�s. All far-
hire driver!� licenses shall exgire one year from the day the license was
granted and must be renewed within ten days from the date af expiration,
except as otherwise provided in this chapter. Applications for renewal shall
be made to the 8irector and sha11 contain euch information as he may deem
necessary, whereupon he may renew the license foz� a period of one°yeart
provided, however, that in the event it appears that the licensee has become
physically or mentally incapacitated to a degree so as tr� make the d�ivi�ng of
an automobile or other mator vehicle by the licensee a c�anqer'to the public,
that the director may require the licensee to be re wexamined b�r a licensed
physician and procure from that physician a satisfactory certificate befare
such for-hire driver's license may be renewed.
After June l, 1988, all for-hire driver's licen,se renewals are contingent
upon completion of tihe training proqram de�cribed in. Sectiomc:6.6�.345 of this
chapter within the two year period precedinq lfcense renewal as de�nonstrated
by a certificate of completion. (Ord. 7964 8, 1:9&?:: Ord. 2914 11, 1°76:
Ord. 1888 Art. V§ 65, 1974: :Ord. 1120 37, 1972).
6.64.370 For-�ire 8river'e license fee. The Eee fo� a for-hire driver's
license s�hall be as follows: For ea�h license, forty dollara. COrd. 8947
2; 1989: Ord. 6887 13, 1984: Ord. 5799 9, 1981: Ord. 291A 12, 1976:
Ord. 1888 Art. V§ 66, 1974: Ord. 1120 38, 1972).
6.b4.380 flamaged or warnrout for-hire driver's licen$es to be r�placed.
When the license f.s;worn out, damaged or qtherwise unfit for-use, the director
may require the license to be. replaced in the same form as the or3ginal
license, at the expense of the licensee. (Ord. 1120 39, �.972).
6.64.390 ,Identification of Sr�vere. EWery forfiire driver shall wear or
display a badge of identificatian or sign, plaque, or car�i., the size,, form,
content and ,placement to be determined and approved by the director, and such
badge, sign, plaque, or card shall be worn by such for-hire driver or placed
in the taxicab or:for�ise vehicle at all times while he/she iE�_operating �such
taxicab or far-hire vehicle.
The for-�ire driver's. license shall at all.times be carried on the
of the licensee; and shall on request be exhibited by the licensee to any
passenger or to any police officer or other enforcement officer. (Ord. 6887
14, 1Q84: Ord. 1120 40, 1972).
King County 6 -89) 256 -2
TAXIS BUSINE5SES AI�RIVER5 6.64.400 6.64.470
6.64.400 Renewal of licease, registration or permit Late penalty. A late
penalty sha21 be charged on a1L applicatione for renewal of a license,
regiatration or permit received later than ten.wprking days after the expiratian
date of such license, registration or permit aa eet forth in the respective
resolution or ordinance establiahing the expiration date of such license,
registration or permit. The amount of such penalty�,fs fixed as follow�s
For a license, regfatration or permit requirinq;a fee of fifty ce�te o� more,
but leas than fifty dollare, twenty p�rcent of,the required feej ,r,
For a licenae, regiatration or permit,r�quiring ,a fee of fifty dollars or
mnre; put leea than one th�ousand dollars, ten perc�nt qf ther required fee=
For a license, regietration or permit requiring a fee of one �houaand dollars
or more, five percent of the required fee. (Ord. 1888 Art. IV S 3, 1974).
6.:64.410 Vfoletioas aad penalties. Any person violating�or failing to
comply with any of the provieiona of thia chapter i� guflty. o�-a misdemeanox.and
upon cor►viction thereof shall be puniehed by a fine ix�; any sucw�not °.exceeding two
hundred fifty dollars or by imprieonment in tha county jail for a period not
exceeding ninety day�. (Ord, 1120 S 45; 1972y.
6.64.420 Civil paualty,, In additio� to or, as an ,alternatfva- =to any other
penalty provided herein or by law any person wt�o violatee any prov��;i�on of.�ny
buaine&s licersse ordinance• shall be- eab ject to a� civi�], penalty in ac} art�unt not
to exaeed two hundre�l fifty dollars per violation to be directly aeeessed.lay the
director. The director, in a reasonable manner, may vary the amopnt of tl�e
penalty asseased to consider the appropriateness of the penalty to the size of
the busine�s of the vialatorj the gravity of the violatfon= the number of past
and present violations committed and the good faith of the violator in attemgting
to achieve complfance,after notification of the vfolati,on. All civil:penalties
assessed �rill be enforced and collected in acaordance ,with the procedure
specified under this title. (Ord. l!888 A�t. IV s l, 1.974).
6.64.430 Additfonal eaforcement, Notwithetandinq the existence or,use of
any other remedy, th� director may seek legal or equitable reli�f to en�oin any
acte or practices which conatitute or will conetitute a violation o! any business
license ordinance or other regulatiaas herein adopted., (Ord. 1888.Ar.t. IY S 2.
1974).
6.64.440 �cope of authority. Unlees otherwiee specifically stated,,bindinq
proviefone ehall apply to all liceneeea operating in the-,un�ncorporated areas
Kinq County and other juriedictions or public agenciQ• suthorized to contract for
services with King County un,der the authoriti�a.,provided ,in the Interlocal
Agreement Act, R�W 39.34, as amended; provided, that should provisions herein
conflict with those contained in any such interlocal �greement, the interlocal
agreement shall superaede in all cases. (Ord, 4232 g 1979).
6.64.470 Moratorium. The King County cor�ncil finds and declares that
priva.tely operated taxi�ab traneportation asrvice ia a vital part, of the
traneportatfon system af Kinq County and providee demand-responsive-se-rvice:s to
county residents and the travelinq public. Consequ�ntl,y, the safety,
256-3 (King County 12-90)
6.64.470 6.64.500 BUSINESS L CENSES AND REGULATIONS
reliability and economic viability of privately operated taxi: transpartation is
a matter of county concern and regulation of such transportation is an eas�ntial
governmental function.
In order to protect the public health, welfare and eafety of the citizens of
Kinq County and the traveliag public ar�d in order to aseure a viable taxi
transpor�ation system in King Caunty, the Kiag Couaty.council finds that it is
neaeesary and ia�the putilic intereet to declare a a►oratoriym on the issuance of
new taxicab vehicle licensea unti3. June�30, t991. (Ord. 9763 S 2,.1990s Ord.
9408, 1990s Ord. 9273, 1989i� O�d. 8844, 1989s ard. 8472, 1988t,:Ord. 7964 s
I1, 1987: Ord. 7791', 1986t ,Ord. 6887 16, 1984).
6.64.480 Traaafsz of p�rait. Transference (sale) of a permit to any other
person� �s authori�ed and natlting: hereir� $hall preaent=the holder of a�taxicab
ipermit from leasinq: �the• ta�cfcab to aaother peraon or peraons. fbr. u�e or
operation. Applicati�n l�or�tranefer of n perm�it ta another person ehail state
the name of the transferee, and�the tr�de rran►e a�xd color echeme under which the
vehicle will be opezated. The traasferee ehall ccHr►ply with all requ�irements of
this chapter.
The owrter of a�axicab vehi�le lic�nee may transfer �a �aermit �to an� other
aK7tor vehicl� with'the spprova� nf the dir�ctor. Any taxicab vehicle permit not
in'actual use�for a g��fod of nin�ty (90) days sha►ll, at the discretfon"bf �he
director, be considered abandoned -and non-renewabl�e or tr,a�tsferable. tO�d: 6887
17, 1984)._
6.64.�'90 tfriving record. Each appl3cant for a for-hire driv�r`s li�ense
ehal'1 provide a current certiffed capy of hia/her emplo�iment clriving record,
obtained�fram the Washington State Department of Liceri�ingj`provided tfiat, if an
applicant does not hav�'�n employment dri�ring recqrd whic'h`has been current for
at least two years prior to application for'a'for-hire`driver'a license, the
applicant shall provide a current certiffed copy of his/her personal driving
reco�d, bbtafned from'the' F1a'�hinqton State Depart�rent csf Licerising. (ord. 6887
18,' 1964
8.64.500�`' Paaseager complaints process. Upon receivinq a written
complaint involvinq the conduct of the for-hire driver, the route �of
transportation, the rate charged for the transportation, paasenger injury or
pro�rty �dainage not ar£m�hg from a vehicle accident, thia`�director'�hall cauge the
-�ollowing to be perform�d:
l. Issus n Notice ot Ct�dplafnt ta the for=hire'drive� an`d vehicle dwner,
-rand eompany, if applical�le,'advieing such person of the allegatfon(ej made in the
campl�int;
-2. Require the for-hire "driver, vehicie 'owner, and compariy if applicable;
to re�pond, in writing, to the allegation(s) in the Notice of Complainti within
ten daye of receipt of the Notice of Complaint;
3. Investigate th'e ai�egation(s) -in the written complaint �nd the
r�spofi�se `eubmitted by the'`for-hire driver, vehicle owner, and=company, if
dPPi icaY�le J
4.� Make a find�ng as to the validity of the alle�ation(s)'in the'written
complaint. If it is found to be a valid complaint the director sha1.1 issue a
Notice and Order pursuant to the process described in K.C.C. 6.01.130.
8. Failure to reapond, in writing, to a Notice of Complaint within ten days
ahall conetitute a waiver of the for driver's, vehicle owner's, and
companys', if applicable, right to contest the allegation(s) in the written
complaint and shall be prims facie evidence that the allegation(s) are valid.
(King County 12-90) 256-4
TAXIS $USINESS ANp DRIVERS
C. Failure to comply with any Notice and Order
above process will result in the revocation of the
revocation will last one year from the date the
'(Ord. 6887 19, 1984).
6.64.500 6.64.520
issued as a result of the
license(s) involved. Such
license(sj is surrendered.
6.64.510 Industry reporting. A. Begi.nning Aprfl 1, 1987, the following
information must be collected for each taxicab licensed in the courYty:
1. Total number of trips.
2.' Total paid miles.
3. Total m:iles dr,iven. Y
4. Amount`of fares collected and number of'fare units.
5. Costs, inCluding:
a: Equipanent`depreciation
b. Equipment purchases
c. Repair'and maintenance cos�s
d. Fuel and oil costs
Other supplies
f. Leases and service contract costs
g. License fees aad taxes
'h. Insurance
i. Labor co�ts
j. Other relevaat cQSts
This ir�formation must be provided quarterly to the director'as follows:
For the period No later than
Aprfl 1�'June 30 July 15"
July 1- September 30 October 15
October 1- December 31 January 15
January 1- Marcti '31 April 15
Failure of an owner to report as required shall''be subject to immediate
suspens3on o! license until such time as the intormation is provided.
B. Information stored on meters as requ3red �.n Se�tion 6.64.110 of t'1�i,s
chapter shall be collected at officiel' county� or'city taxicab teating stationei
pursuant to the schedule in Section 6.64.510 A. bf 'this 'chapter.`�' Other
information requ3red to be reported under this section shall be'reported in a
manner established by the director.
C. The director may verify operating cost 'informat3on�'r�purted by`the
industiry as �equired in'3ection 6.64.510` A. `of thls chapter �hrough special�
audits performed on a random sample basi�. l�ailure i�o submit infortnatio�
required for a spec.lal audit to doCument the co�ts' reported`� pursuant�'to
Section 6.64.510 A. of this chapter within ttao`taeeks�`of the director's'request
shall result ia 'immedi.ate suspension of''license' uxitil such time as the
information is provl.ded.
Any cost`s reported but `not' verified during `aa 8udit wili not be used to
determine average operating costs for rate-setting or licensiiig purposes.
(4rd."7954 13. 1987).
6.64.520 Respoase times. By July 1,�1987; and periodically,thereafter, the
director shall establ�sh a schedule of optimum average taxicab response times
to requests for taxicab service' at selected points within the county. The
director shall periodically thereafter survey actual taxicab response times.
A comparison of average actual response times to the aptimum_,averaqe
response times shall be used as an indicator of taxicab industry performance
and shall be used as one criterion in evaluating and recommending rate and
entry changes pursuant to Sectidn 6.64.540 of this chapter.
256-5 (King County 3-87).
6.64.520 6.64.540 BUSINESS LICENSES AND REGULATIONS
The director shall publish a draft report of the optimum response times
and shall provide a teci-day commeat period pn the schedule before finalizing
the schedule. Commenta received by the director shall be included in the
annual reports submitted to the council pursuant to Secr_fon 6.64.530 of t_his
chapter. (Ord. 7964 14� 1987).
6.64.530 AaaRUal report. A. Qn or before October 1,�1987, the director
shall file a report with the Kiuq County council based upon S3ata collected
pursuant to Sectioa 6.64.510 of this chapter far the period April 2, 1987,
through June 30, 1987. In. addition,to the terms identified in Section
6.64.530 C. of Ehis chapter, this report shall iaclude a recommendation
concerning optimum average taxicab response times a,nd a survey oE actual
response times.
B. On or betore October 1 of ea�h_ subsequQnt year, the director shall
file an annual report with the King County council based upon data collected
pursuant to Section 6.64.510 of thi.s chapter for the perl.od between July 1 of
the preceding calendar year and June 3Q of the calendar year in �,fiich the
report is filed.
C. These reports shall include bnt not be limited to�the,followinqr
1. Number of taxicabs liceased in King County dur�.ng the reporting
period and during the precedinq year.
2,. N�mber., of..driv�rs. liaenge.d in ,..King .County ,during the repQrtinq
period and during the preceding,year.
3. Recommended optimum nuaiber of taxicab licen$es in Kinq County.
4. Recommended taxi rate.
S. A description of how the zate and/or number of cabs recamm�nded
relates to the crlteria described i�n K.C.C. 6.64.09Q F.
6. Result,�t of a avrrq�y of taxicab, respoase times, changes in response
t3mes from ,�evi.ous report�.ns� ,�eriode, and ,relationship. of the actual response
rizaea to, the Q�imum anerag�e response time established by the director
pursuar�t �o Sectlon 6.64,.540 of this chapter.:
7. Any other recommendatione deemed:appropriate bg the director. (Ord•�
7964 15 ],987
6.:64.54Q detar�tion o� lar��.aad �er of.lieeuse�. Ati Kinq
County tiu$s and c�eclares that fair ar�d rsa,eonable: xates for the taxi indue�t.ry
should ,be est�bli�shed in th public i.nteres� and, att�aaured in tezms af the taxi
in.dustry'e aeed,,for r.�venue and,the-^meed tor �dequate service provided to the
public.as reflected,by taxi �ervice respomse t�mes. The formul�aB establ�.shed
in th3s sectioa.. are found ,to -p�ovida a r.easonable basis to deteraaine
reaommendations for rares�and the number of taxi licenses to be established.
B. The dire:ctor e,h�ll ap�ly the information collected pursuant to
Sections 6.64 6.64.510 and 6,.64.520, of:.,this chapter to the following
formulae to eetimate the optimum nuntber of cabs and appropriate fare for the
following year.
Averaqe,Revenue Avera�e Operating Cost
Averaqe Net� �rofit a C�b C$b
Ra`te per Cab Averaqe Revenue
C $b
ana
New taxi rate Old Rate Change in Average Operating Cost/Cab
Averaqe Trip Miles
IC�nq Coun�y 3'-87 256-6
TAXIS BUSINESSES DRIVERS 6.64.540 6.64.570
If the average net profit rate per cab is less than seven percent and actual
response times are equal to or less than the optimum average response time
established pursvant to Sect�o� 6.64.520 of this chapter, the director may
recommend a rate increase and/or a reduction in optimum number of taxicabs,
provided that the effect of such recommendation shal� not exceed ten percent
'average net profib per cab.
If the avera�ge net profit rate per'cab exceeds te� p�"rcent prior to a rate
adjuetment and/or actual response times exceed the optimum average fespdnse times
establiahed pursuant to Section 6.64.530 of this chapter, the director may
recomEnend an increase irr the number of cabs licensed in:King County and/or a rate
decrease.
The council may approv�, reject or modify the r�commendation tsf�the di.rector
in order to establish:a fair and reasonable rate ta proti�ct the welfare of the
c;itizene of K�nq•'Courrty and ensure a viable, responsive and afforddble taxi
transportatiQn syatem. In reviewing taxi rates the council shall consider, among
other things,-the factora prescribed in K.C.C. 6.64:090. The counci:�l�shall act
by ordinance and set forth the reasons for its action. (Ord. 7964 16; 198T).
b.64:.550 Int�r,local aqreement. The executiye may.execute an:-interlocal
agreement with the city:of Seattle for the purpose of consolidat�inq city and
county lieensinq and xeduciaq duplication af licensing functions and fess. The
aqreement may au:thor.izs the;city to accept and invest:igaLe appii�ationa for and
issue taxicab,licens��s and license renewale on behalf of the county, provided�
that the city uaes the xequirementa of thie c�hapt�er for taxicab licensea: The
agreement may a�thorize the-county ta accept snd i.nvestiqate applioations far and
issue for-hire driver ,licensea and licer�se,re:newals on behalF of the citp,
provided that the city agreea to the requirements of this chapter for driver
licensea. (Ord. 7964 17, 1987).
6.64:560 Severability., should any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence,
clause ar phrase af.this chapter be declared unconstitutional or invalid for any
reason, auch deciaion shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of
this chapter. (Ord. 7964 19, 1987j.
6.64.ST0 Taxicab Commissfon. A. Establishment and'purpose.:.� There�sh�ll
be eatablished a Taxicab Commisaion, hereinafter raferred'to as the "commission,"
in King County for the pwrpose of recommending taxicab ratES, entry reatrictions
if any, and other related xevisions to the King County CoBe and Seattle Municipal
Code to the King County aouncil and the Seattle City Council, provided tha�'the
Seattle City Council adopts legislation authorizing city participation in the
commiesion.
B. Membership. There shall be nine members of the commission, three of
which ahall be appointed by the King County executive, and confirmed by the King
County couneil, three of which shall be appofnted by the City of Seattle, the
seventh member shall be appointed by the Port of Seattle, the eighth member
selected by the seven appointed members, and the ninth member shall represent the
Evergreen Taxi Aasaciation or its successor. A•member appointed by the City of
Seattle and King Caunty ahall aerve for a texm of three years, or until the
diasolution of the commiasion. Representation from the hospitality and tourism
industry and the handicapped shall be considered. The following individuals
shall not be eligible for'appointment to the commiseion: staff ernployed by any
qovernmental agency with jurisdiction over taxicab regulation or enforcement; any
owner, lessee, driver or employee of a taxicab company or business, or any
256-7 {King County 12-90)
6.64.570 BUSINESS LICENSES AND REGULATIONS
members af the immediate familiee of any of the foregaing. The commiesion ahall
provide for election of ite own officers and.its own rules of procedure. The
commi�aion ahall iile fts repart to the city and King Caunty councils and
the Port Comrniseion no later than January 15, 1989, and; annual reporta
thereafter. The commieeion may make epecial r�por�a as the need arises. All
reporto and other matarials generated by► the canmissLon in discharginq its
asafqned duties and tz�anemitted to the Kinq County council sh�ll first be
reviewed by the King County executive.
C. The Kinq County.4xecutive ie hereby authorized to neqotiate and execute
an fnterlocal agreement with the City of seattle and the Port of S�eattle to
eetablieh a Taxicab.Commisafon for th� purpose at makinq recommerrdations to each
juriedict�fon on aqency zeco�nendationa resulting from taxiaab industry repartinq,
pursuant to K.C.C. 6.64.510-.540, and other reaonunendat-ions concern,ing
qovernmental requla#.iona of �he taxicab induetry, taxi fa�ee,' and taxi licensing,
providad that no aqreemont-shall become effective without'the approvaY of the
King County ccuncil,
D. eudget and Staffiag. Budget and staff support shall be as appropriated
and passed:by councils' respective ordinances. The contributiort from the Port
of Seattl�:shall be by letter of agreement to contribute ite portion of fun8ing
to tho:Rsgional Taxicab Comnieeion'.e budqet. The� oontinu�d operations and
ataffinq ot tfis: Reqiana].:�Taxicab Commiesion shall ba contingent upon� the
continaed contributione of t�e agresd upon portione of the com�niesion's budget
by ths.City of seattl� and the Port of Seattle. The failure`of a»y participatinq
juriesiiction to fund ita agreed upon sha�re of the conimieei�n's budqet shall
rssult in the com�aiseion•s dieeol�tion at the tern►inatfon of its exfstinq
expenditure authority.
Report. The R�qional Taxicab Commia�ion's dutiee shall be restricted
to the preparation of a methodoloqy for equitably detsrmining rates, rate
recamaendatfons, and any other work directly related to entry, vehicle safety
otandards, and coneumer protection.' The ao�niasfon'e recommendations on rates
and other recommendations oa taxicab regulation shall be transmitted to the King
County council for it• consideration rio later than May 15, 1991. All
recoanmendatfons sha12 bs 4ubjsct to review by the King County executive prior to
thsir eubmis�ion to the council. The Regional Taxicab Commisston and its duties
shall expire on June 30, 199i, pravided that the City of Seattl� and the Port of
Seattle take,correepondinq actiona to continue th� commiseion and its duties.
(Ord. 9763 S 1, 1990s Crd. 8994, 1989: Ord. 8924, 1989: Ord. 8641, 1988: Ord.
8450 SS 1-a:, �9881.
(King County 12-90)
256-8
SENT BY:OGDEN MURPHY WALLACE
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attemptinq to achieve compliance after notification of the violation. All
civil penalties assessed will be enforced and collected in accordance with the
procedure specified under this title. (Ord. 18e9 Art. IV § 1, 1974).
6.60.170 Additional enforcement. Notwithstanding the existence or use of
any other remedy, the dinctoX' may seek legal or equitable relief to enjoin
any acts or practices which constitute or will constitute a violation of any
business license ordinance or other regulations h.rllin adopted. (Ord. 188e
Art. IV § 2, 1974).
Sections:
6.64.010
6.64.020
6.64.030
6.64.040
6.64.050
6.64.060
ð.ð-4.0911
6.64.080
6.64.090
t!: t!:~ 1./)/)
6.64.110
6.64.120
fi.fi4.1:10
6.64.140
6.64.150
6.64.160
6.64.170
6.64.180
6.64.190
6.64.200
6.64.210
6.64.220
6.64.230
6.64.240
6.64.250
6.64.260
6.64.270
6.64.290
6.64.290
g.M.300
6.64.310
fi.ñ4..l?n
6.64.330
Chapter 6.64
TAXIS - BUSINESSES AND DRIVERS
Definitions.
Taxicab and fo~-hire license - Applications.
Taxicabs, maximum number.
Color scheme.
Expiration ot licenses and lican$Q fees.
Unlawful to operate taxicab or for-hire vehioles
liability insurance.
without
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Duplicate license plate..
Rates.
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Taximetllr.
Installation of taximeters.
F1i'1q ~n hR prnpAY pnA~tinn.
Classification and capacity.
Driver's license.
Trip sheets.
Display of lieense.
Inspection of taxicab or for-hire vehicles.
Direot route of traval.
Unlawful not to pay tare.
Leavinq taxicab or for-hiro vehicle unattended.
Baggaqe.
Two-way radio dispatch.
Discontinuedus8 as taxicab or for-hire vehicle.
Solicitation of tares or carrying non-paying passengers
of driver.
Condition of driver.
Suspension - Revocation of for-hire d~iv.r'8 licenses.
Licensing fees.
For-hire driver's license required .. Application.
Qualifications for a for-hire driver's license.
Seattle-King County Health Department.
Fi naRTcri nt.1'I ;mr'l chntnC'Ti'lch::.' to ac:c:nmCAnv Acclieaticn.
Investigation of applicants for drivsr'g licènses.
at' pets
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6.64.010
6.64.340
6.64.345
6.64.350
6.64.360
6.64.370
6.64.380
6.64.390
6.64.400
6.64.410
6.64.420
6.64.430
6.64.440
6.64.470
6.64.480
6.64.490
6.64.500
6.64.510
6.64.520
6.64.530
6.64.140
6.64.550
6.64.560
6.64.570
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Temporary permië.
Required training.
Issuance of for-hire drivsr's license.
Expiration and renewal$ of for-hire driver's licenses.
For-hire driver's license fee.
Damaged or worn-out for-hire driver's licenses to be
replaced.
Identification of drivers.
Rsnewal of license, registration or permit - Late penalty.
Violations and penalties.
civil penalty.
AdditionalenforcemQnt.
Soope of authority.
MoratoriU1tl.
Transfer ot permit.
Dr! vin9 record.
Passen98r complaints process.
Industry reportin9'
Response timell.
Annual report.
hnnu~l dótarmin~~ion of iaroc and number o~ lio.n....
Interloe.l agreement.
Severabi lity.
Taxicab Commission.
CROSS - REFERENCE I
Taxicab operating agreement at airport, see Ch$. 15.48 and 15.aO of this
code.
6.64.010 Definitions. For purposes of this chapter and unless the context
plainly requires otherwise, the following definitions applYI
A. "Affiliated taxicab" mea~$ a ~axicab associated with a group of
taxicabs having multiple owners and operating unñer the sama color or other
identification schema, all of which must operate under an identical schedule
of rates and charges.
B. "Affiliation repre$entative" means the inñividual or organization who
has the authority to file rates for a group of affiliated taxicabs.
C. "Auditll means verification of reported costs and revenues by review of
businesa records, inclu~1ng but not limited to accounts, receipts, and reports
filed with othør 90vernmental agenciee.
D. "City" means the city of Seattle or ~n autho~ized representative of
the city of Seattle.
E. "Director" means the director of the Xing County departmAnt of
executive administration.
!'. "Enforcement officer II means the directnr and his/her duly authorh;ed
representatives.
G. "For-hire driver" ~eans any person in charge of or driving a taxicab
or for-hire vehicle carrying passengers or baqgage for hire, as hereinafter
further defined, provided, however, that the provisions of this chapter sha!l
not apply to driVers of motor vehicles operated by any municipal or privately
owned, licen..d tran~it Qy~tem.
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6.64.010
H. IIFor-hire vehiclell mean. and includes every motor vehicle other than a
II si9'h~8eein9' car ,," "charter bull" or one used by hotel oX' motel keepers
exclusively to convey their guests to and from hotels or motels free of charge
or reward, u8ed for the traruspoX'tation of passengers for-hire, and not
operated exclusively over a fixed and definite route7 ~ovideå, however, that
t.his definition doe8 not include a motor vehicle with a seating capacity,
includinq the driver, not exceedinq fifteen persons which operat.. to
transport pa8sengers between their places of abode or terlnini near such
places, and their places of employment, in a øinqle, daily round trip where
the driver i. a180 on the way to or from his/her place of employment.
I. "LabOt' co.te" means .,ÜaX'ies or wages paid by taxi owners to taxi
drivers or the portion of the draw taken by a taxi owne~ to represent his or
her compensation for driving the taxicab. If, in the opinion of the director,
labor cOllts are under reported, this inform.stion may be supplelt1ented by the
director with an index of wages in comparable industries.
J. "Licensee" ~eans all applicants, including affiliation representative,
required to licens. taxicabs or for-hire vehicles under the provisions ot this
chapter.
K. "Speoial Rate" means discounted rates for the elderly and handicapped.
L. "Spectal Services Vehicle" means a vehiclè equipped to accommodate and
which is used tor the transportation of handicapped perSOns all herein defined:
The ter~ handicapped means any perSOn who is physically or mentally
dillabled who has an identification card issued by a governmental agency which
deacribe8 th. handicap and also has medical certification that the handicap
limite the person's activities, functioning and ability to use public
transportation facilities.
M. "Taxicab" means every motor vehicle used for the transportation ot
pas8euge~s for~hir8, where the route traveled or deetination i. controlled by
a cu.tomer an4 t-he fare is based On an amount recorded and indicated on a
ta~i~ter, or On a special fare rate or contracted agreement as permitted by
this chapter.
N. "Taximeter" means any instrument or device by which the charc¡a tor
hire of a passenger carryinq vehtc1. is measured or calculated either tor the
distance traveled by such vehicle or for waiting time, or for both, and upon
which such calculated charges shall be indicated by means of figures.
o. "Motor vehicle" means every eelf"'pX'opelled veh1cle by or upon which
any person may be transported oX' carried upon a public street, hiliJhway or
al1eY7 provided, that vehicles used exclusively upon stationary rail tracks or
propelled by the use of overhead electric wires shall not come under the
provisions ot this chapter. .
p. !'Engage in t.he busineas of operating any taxicab or vehicle for hire"
mean8 the pickup and transportation of any fare payinq pa88enger fX'om a point
within the geographical confines of uninco~~~~ted Xin~ County, whether or not
the vehicle is dispatched from a taxicab $tl\nd or' office wi thin any other
municipal corporation, and whether or not the ultima~e destina~ion or route of
uavel is within the confines of! unincorporAted King Countyt provided, that
nothing in this cha~tftr I'Ihllll hI" r:ðT'l~t-rt\.d to apply ~9 ~.H;&.g~Ðg 01' fo&" ni.."
VI IUJ..U.I.\:'" .I..I.\,;un~"Q 'by Al)Y o-r.ner mun1.C.1.paJ. corporat10n ana transporting
pasBengers f!rom a point within the l1cenøing municipality to ð. destination
out.ide thereof, whether or not the ultimate destination or rout. traveled i.
within unincorPQratel.1 KiDQ' Countv. (Orrl. 7qfi4 6 1. ,QA'7' f'Ito~ figg, 6 1.
1994. Ord. 4232 § 1, 19791 Ord. 2914 § 1, 1976: Ord'. IBB8 Art. V § 56,
1974, ard. 1120 § 1,1972).
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6.64.020
BUSINESS LIC!NS!5 AND REGU~TIONS
6.64.020 Taxicab and For-Bire Vehicle License - Application.. It is
unlawful to own or operate a motor vehicle, or engage in the businen of
operatinq as a taxicab or tor.hire vehicle in ~~e unincorporated area. of Xing
County without firet havi.ng- obtained, £Ol: each and everý vëhiën.--¡ïo'--u8e'd', -.
license from the director, to be knO\o1n as a for-hire or taxicab licen...
L.:lcenses shall be obtained in the following manner and under the tollowinq
conditione.
A. The applicant tor a taxicab or for~hire vehicle license shall show in
the application I
1. The ~ue name and address of the applicant,
2. It a corporation, the name. and addresses of the þrincipal ofticer.
and shareholders thereof,
3. The class.:lfication under which the vehicle will be oþerated, whether
a. taxicab or other vehicle tor hir.,
4. The year tor which the licenBe i. sought,
S. True and accurate intormat10n concerning the owner.hi!).
identification, co~pany vehicle number, the name of the business, fictitious
or otherwise undor which the vehicle is to he npAr~t~~,
6. The distinguishing color scheme, design or dress, includinq any
monogram or insignia to be used On Much vehicle or vehicles,
1. Whethe~ he/she or any ot the pr~ncípal officere or shareholder. have
been convicted of any crimes within three years precedinq the date of
applica Hon,
e. After June 1, 1988, a. copy of a certificate ot completion of a
traininq program offered or approved by the county as described in Section
6.64.345 ot this chapter shall be attached,
9. His/har agre8men~ to comply with all ~equirement. of Sect1on
6.64.510 of this chapter,
10. Such other information the director may require, which he/she deems
reasonably neces.ary to aid in the enforcement ot this chapter.
B. The director $haU inquire into the correctneu ot the information
lurniehed, and if so satisfied that the applicant has successfully completed a
written examination, testing the applicant's knowledge of ordinance
réquiremenh dealing with ownership responsibilities, prerequisites to
licensing, vehicle/equipment requirements and satisfactory geoqraphic
)ç.Qowledge of Kiz:ti~~ty, thA cnl'lt.@nt, of which will be prescribed by the
~~reçtor. that the a»Þlicant is thA hnnA Tf~~ nwn~r n' the möto~ vehicle. hag
met the variou$ requirements of this chapter, that. the name under ""hlch the
applicant is to operate and the color scheme used upon the motor vehicle does
not conflict with others 80 used, or tend to deoeive the public, tha~ the
motor vehicle is equipped with proper state license and city of seattle
liceos., :1.f applicable, and b properly insured for the protection of the
public as required by law, a license may thereupon be issued in accordance
with the provisions of thi,e ohftpte:r. Authorizing the Qperat1nn nf i".hfll mntnr
vehicle unde~ the classification applied for.
C. A license may be denied to any person if the director, Ilf~er due
investigation, finds that the applicant/owner has:
1. Made any false statement on the application,
2. Had a conviction or ba:1.1 forfeiture involving crimes pertaininq to
alcohol, controlled substances, prostitution, qamblinq, physical violence, or
other crimes directly related to the applicant's honesty and integrity (traud,
l.rceny, extortion) and ability to properly operate a taxicab business, within
thr.. year. of the date of appliQ~tic~;
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4. EKhibited conduct within the past three years in driving, operating
or engaging in the business of operating any taxicab or for-hire vehicle which
would 1e~d the dtrector to reasonably conclude that the applicant/owner will
not oompl¥ with chapter requirements relating to vehicle safety an4 sanitation
standards, insurance requirements, and vehicle and dr.1.ver l.1.oendng-
requirements,
it ;.In rnfl1t'irn n tlY1rlh nr fnr.hhlß 11..hll 1hl.._--__- -.L t._..~_L
øxists,
6. Engaged in the business ot operating any taxicab or vehicle for-hire
for which a license is required, while unlicensed or On a license suspension.
Willful falsification or Otninion of any inforlllAtiOQ required in ~e
application shalt constitute grounds for denial of the license.
D. If the n\UnbeX' of licenses i88ued and currently pendinc¡ appl.1.cations
íOí_Jlnen1J.ntl..t'il...!.U..,.t'þ.[lu.th~",m~wJIY.~'III!~ðJh .fo 1dr greater I bari t~9 maximum
number of licenses aQthorized pur.uant to Section 6.64.030 of this chapter,
all new pending applications found by the director to satisfy other
requirements of this chapter shall be eli9ible to be drawn bY lot to receive
new ~~oe~ee8 a~ $Uch time ~QY new licensees) become(e) available to meet the
authori~8d number of lic.0888 for the county. The lots shall be drawn from
all elic¡ible applications pending as of the date'.) license(e) become(s)
. available in a manner which ensures equal and random opportunity to be
selected. The drawing of lots shall be open to the public. Notice of the
drawine¡ shall be esnt to the elic¡ible applicants ana posted no less than ten
days pt'ior to the drawiof¡. Any license r.voked purliluant to Fovie.1.ons of this
chapter ~y not be traneferred and may be replaced through the method
prescribed herein.
E. A taxicab or for.hire vehicle license may be 8u8penaed if the licen.eel
1. ~ails to maintain in full force and effect the in8~ance required in
thi. chapter,
2. ~ails to comply with the eafety and sanitation requirements of this
chapter,
3. Fal1* to maintain the taximeter in accurate and good working
condition.
F. A taxicab or for-hire vehicle lic.nse may be suspended or revoked if
the licensee hae been found to.
1. Operate or permit the operation of the vehicle while using or in
poseession ot alcohol or controlled substances, during its operation,
2. Violates any ot the pX'oVi81onlS ot thilil chapter. (Ord. 7964 § 2,
19871 OX'd. 6887 § 2,19841 Ord. 4598 § 1, 1979: Ord. 4232 § 2, 1979. Ord.
3926 § 1, 1979, Ord. 3547 § 1, 1978: Ord. 3146 § 1, 19771 Or.!. 2914 § 2,
1976. Ord. 1888 Art. V § 57, 1974, Ord. 1120 § 2, 19'2).
6.64.030 Taxicabs, madJaum number. The King County cOUDt';.1.1 may ordain it
maximum number of taxicab licensee foX' lCin'i County, tAking into account the
director 's recommendation, publ.1.c need fot: adequate taxi service an!!
l.1.censees' needs for adequate revenue. COrd. 7964 §§ 34, 12, 19871 Ord. 3926
§ 2, 19781 Ord. 2914 § 3, 19761 Ord. 1120 § 3, 1972).
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BUSINESS LICENSES AND REGULATIONS
6.64.040 ~olor .ch.... The director shall, in t~e interest of protecting
tho public fro. beift' deceived or C:Ou!\.I.l!Iaù, h.v. th. exclusive control in the
granting of p8rnú...io~ to uae any color scheme, d.eiqn or monogram by any
taxiCAb, affiliated taxicab or veh.1.cle for hire. It i. unlawful to U8e or
chaoc¡e any color, design, monogram or insignia on any U.xicab, affiliated
taxicab or vehicle fo~ hire without the p~ior permi..ioc and approval of the
director. Failure to comply witJ\ this providon shall be ground. for
revocation of any taxicab, affiliated taxicab or for-hire vehicle licen8..
COrd. 4232 § 3,1979: Ord. 18S8 Art. V § 59, 1974: ~d. 1120 § 5, 1972).
6.64.050 Expiration of licen.e. ADd license t.... All licen.es issued
under this chapter shall expire on August 3let of each year. Such licenses
may be renewed by the licenee holder for the succeeding Yf'Ar by makinq
"pp11cat1ou U",x".fc;¡; with the cUrector at least ten days prior to the
exp.i.ration date. COrd. 4232 § 4, 1979, OX'd. 2914 § 4, 1976, Or!!. 1120 § 6,
1972).
6.64.060 Unla~ul ~o operate taxiOAb or for-hire veh~ol.. w~thout 11ab1l~ty
in.urena.. A. No such 11cen8e shall be l$$ued unless the applicant therefor
fila8 with the director proof of coMpliance with RCW Chapte~ 46.72, .. now or
hereafter Amended.
B. Additionally, all applicant.s shall maintain a policy of underinsUt'ad
motorist covuage which runs to the benefit of passengera; provided that. a
certificate of self..in.urance issued pursuant to RCW 46.29.630 may be filed
with the director in lieu of such policy.
C. Such in.urance a. required in A. and'B. above, shall be maintained in
full torce and effect tor the full period to be covered by the permit applied
for, and failure to do 10 shall r.eul t in the automatic suspension of such
permit. COrd. 6887 § 3, 1984: Ord. 2914 § 5, 1976: Ord. 1120 § 7, 1972).
6.64.070 K1a9 County t.x1cab or tor-htre lieen.. plate8. The director
ahall furnish with each taxicab o~ for-hi~e license issued one or more tA~8 Or
platee or decals. All plate., tags or decals shall bear a number and the year
for which the lioens. was issued, together with the words "K1n'l County Taxicab
OJ;' For-Hire Licenee." The form, material, and positioning- on the vehicle
shall be as prescribed by the director. It is unlawful for any owner,
operator or àr.i.ver of a ta)(.i.cab or tor-hire vehicle to operate such vehicle
without havinq conspicuously display.d on 8uçh vehicle a license plate, tag or
decal furnished and authorized hy the di~ector, or to ope~ate the vehicle with
expired or illegible King County taxicab prfor-hire license plates, tags or
decals. All ph~es, tag or decals shall he and remain the property of King
County and upon the ravocat..i.on, surrender, suspension or expiration of a
vehicle license, or if found in the possession of any person other than to
whom the license WaS issued, the plate, tag or decal shall be picked up by any
enforcement officer and returned to the åi~ector. COrd. 6887 § 4, 19841 ord.
18S8 Art. V § 59,19741 Ord. 1120 f 8,1972).
6.64.090 Duplicate Itc8Ose plates. Whenever A Xing County taxicab or
for-hire licen8. plate becomes lost, destroyed or stolen, a duplicate may be
illsued by the direc~or at the expense of the licensee. The request for a
duplicate license plate shall be accompanied by t.he licensee'e sworn 8tatement
to the effect that 8uch license plate has become loet, 4esuoY8d Dr stolen.
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6.64.0BO - 6.64.090
Should the ori~ina.l of the or~erec;l duplicate ha l.Fjt.A1'" fnnnr't, the origin. 1
plate shetll be promptly returned t.o the cUrectot". It. 18 unlawful t.o
manUfacture or produce any taxicab or tor-hire vehicle license pia te or
duplicat.es t.hltreof herein provided except. by order of t.he director. (Ord.
1120 § 9, 1972).
6.64.090 Rates. A. The rates tar taxicabs licensed to operate in King
County shall be set by the King County council.
B. ~ taxi shall have more t.han one rat.e on H$ meter provided t,hat.
spacial services vehicle meters may have One rate for handicapped passengers
in addition to the preecribeå pas.anger meter rate.
C. Except for special or contract rates and rates for special service
vehicles, as provided tor in this chapter, it ahall be unlawful for anyone
operating A taxicab licltnsed by Kine¡ County to charge, demand or receive any
qreater or lesser rate than the following:
1. For passengers for the first 1/7th mile......................... 1.20
2. Thereat er or eac a t ona 1/7th mile or fraction thereof...$O.20
J. ror everyone minute ot waiting time............................$O.35
4. Extra charge per passenger over two passengers excluding minore.$o.50
D. Special rates as defined in th1s chapter shall be calculated as a
percentage of the meter rate.
E. All special rates and special service vehicle rates ~ust be filed with
the director On forms furnished by the director.
F. The county council shall review rates On an annual basis pursuan~ to
X.C.C. 6.64 or at any other time the council chooseli, and ena.ct new rates when
it deeMS such change to be in the public interest. If the rate change does
not necessitate a Meter adjustmltAt, the new rate becomes effective thirty (30)
days atter enactment. If A meter adjustment is required, the new rate becomes
effective when the taxi meter is approved.
In .review.'Í.l\g rates the council shall take into account, arnone¡ other
things, and with the objective of prescribinQ a just acd1 reasonable rate, the
follow1nq factors I
1. The recommendations ot the director pursuant to
2, The publ.i.c need for adequate taxi service at
chêlt'ges consistent. with the provision, maint.enance and
lIer~ice;
3. The rates of other licensees operat1ng in similar areaSI
4. The effect of such rates Upon transportation of paaaeCl98rS by other
modes of transportationþ
5. '.rhe 11èensee' 8 need for revenUft of tit level which under honest,
_ff1ciant and economical rnftnagement is sufficient to cover the cost (including
all operating expenses, deprecia 1-.10n accruals, rents, license fees and taxes
ot. every kind) of providin'l adequate taxi service, plus an amount equal to
such percentage of the cost as is reasonably necessary for the replacement. of
deteriorated taxicabs and a rfi!allonable profit to the licensee as further set.
forth in X.c.c. 6.64.
G. All taxicab rates shall be conspicuously di$played inside and outside
the taxioabso as to be readily discernible to the passen9'er. The manner of
such posting will be prescribed by the director.
H. 1. For new licenses all special rates and/or contract rates shall be
part of the 4pplicat1on pt'ocess, ar.ð wt\en th. license' is issued the rate
becomes effective and mu~t be chare¡ed;
2. For l.i.,censed t.ax1cabs changing special rates, changes shall be
K.c.c. 6.64, if any,
the lowest level ot
continuation of such
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I. It i. unlawful to make any di8criminatory charges ~o any person, or to
make any rebate or in any manner reduce the charge to any per.on unless such
is in conformity with the discounts/surcharges contained in the filed special
rates, 8~cept as herein provided.
J. Every tor-hire vehicle 1 icensee shall, before conunencing
con.picuously display the rate inside the for-hire vehicle 80 aa to
discernible to i:he passenger. The manner of such postin¡ will be
by the director.
X. The rates specified 1n this section for taxicabs and for-hire vehicles
shall not apply to transportation of persons provided pursuant t.o a writ,ten
contract which establishes a fare at á different rate for specified
transportation and which is entered into prior to the passenger's request for
transpori:ation and has been previously filed wii:h the director, provided, that
no contract may include any provision (8) .the effect of which is to directly or
indirectly require exclusive use of t.he t.ransportation service. of 1~h.
contractinc¡ ta)Cicab or for-hire vehicle. The contract ahall not 8xc$ed one
year.
L. Operation of any taxicab or for-hire license without the tiling and
disp:tay of rates, as herein required, shall be prima facie lJroW\ds for the
suspension or re~ocation of the takicab or for~hire license. (Ord. 8014 § 1,
19871 ord. 6887 § 15, 19841 Ot'd. 4232 § 5, 19791 ord. 2914 § 6, 19761 Drd.
2192 r 1,' 19741 Ord. lSBB Art. V § 61, 1974: Ord. 123B § 1, 19721 Ord. 1120
~ 10, 1972).
operation.
be readily
prescribed
6.64.100 Display ot taxicab or for~hire vehicle number. It is unlawful
for any taxicab or for-hire vehicle to fail to have conspicuously displayed,
where it is readily discernible by the passenger, the name, number and
telephone number where the owner of the ta~icab or for-hiL'a vehicle can be
reached, t.he size, location and form thereof to be determined hy t.he
director. It i. unlawful durinc¡ the hours of darkness to fail ~o illuminate
sufficiently such name and numbers. (Ord. 6ee7 § 5, 19841 Ord. 1120 § 11,
1972 ) .
6.64.110 Taximeter. A. It. is unlawful for any person to drive, operate.
or en9"ge 11\ the businel5l5 of operating a taxicab unleS8 the vehicle is
equipped wit.h a taximeter which has bE!en inspected hY' the director, or
approved by the city of Seattle pursuant to reciprocal licensing agreements.
After JUly 1, 198$, all met.ers must have the capacity to store the following
information On a quarterly basisl
1. Total number of ~rip8
2. TOtal paid miles
3. Total ~il.8 operated
4. Total number of fare units
5. Total number of extras.
This information shall be collected from meters pursuant to Section
6.64.510 of this chapter, except t.hat. in addition t.o t..he requirements of
Section 6.64.510, meter reading$ providing the informat1ön identified in ~his
. $8ction ~U8t be reported by any person repairing such meter wit.hin five (5)
days of any meter repair.
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B. It ahall be the duty of the owner, driver, or any other person having
polsea.ton or control of a taxicab to keep such ta~imeter aeeur.te and iQ good
working condition at all times. Prior to the installation of such ta~meter,
same shall be approved tor operation by an ofticial teatinq station 80
designated by the director and upon such approval, a ~itten notice and lead
wire seal shall be plainly posted and attached to the taximeter tor the
information of the public. Such taxicab meters shall be rechecked and
inspected at least semiAnnually in the same manner al the ori9inal inspection.
C. It is unlawful tor any person to drive, operate or engac¡e in the
business of operating a tax:f.cab ~henevar the lead wire seal of approval has
been.broken, cut, removed or i. mis.ing.
D. It is unlawful for any perSOn to fail, resist or refuse the director
Or any duly authorized aqent to test and reinspect the taximeter at any time.
(Ox-d. 7964, § 4, 1987, Ord. 3926 § 3, 19781 Ord. 18S8 Ax-t. V § 61, 19741
Ord. 1120 § 12, 1972).
6.64.120 IQlt:.a11aUOD ot taxJ.met""8. Every taximeter shall be installed
at the right side of the driver, either adjoining the cowl or da8hboard of the
taxicab and at such height that the flag- thereof may be readily seen by
observers on the street. The reading face of the taximeter shall at all times
be well lighted and distinctly readable to the passengers ~ithin the ~ehicle.
It is unlawful to chang- the size of the wheels or tires of any taxicab or the
gears operating the taximeter or to change the taximeter from one vehicle to
anotheX' unle.. such taximeter is reinspectad anel approved by the director,
pX'ovided, however, that a licensee may chanqe f~om regular ~n annw or 8~uãdQd
t1ree without rein.pection of the taximeter, so long as the chAnge does not
operate to increase the mile.ge registered by the taximeter. COrd. 1120 § 13,
1972). ,
6.64.130 r1a~ to be proper PO8ttion. It i8 unlawful for any driver of .
taxicab while carryin9 passengeX's or under employment to dieplay the flag
attached to the taximeter at such a poaition as to denote that such taxicab or
for-~ire vehicle i8 not employed. The flag ot such taximeter must be returned
to a nOM:8eOrcUng position at the termination of each and every serVice.
(Ord. 1120 § 14,1972).
6.64.140 C1a..,tftcaUOD &1)4 capac1t:.y. The director ahall by inspection
datu-mine the cJ.ël8sification and capacity of the vehiole inepected. (01.'12.
1120 § 15, 1972).
6.64.150 Driver's license. It is unlawful for any parson owning,
control1in9, or engaged in tha business of opex-ating taxicab. or for-hire
vehicle. to employ a. the driveJ: of any such vehiCle, or perm.1t any luch
veh1c1e to be operated by a driver who does not hava in his pos.e.sio~ a valid
for-hixe dr1~e~'8 lieen.e.
If any driv~ of . taxicab or tor-hire veh1cle ahall be convicted of
dri~ing such vehicle ~hile under the influence of o~ affected by liquor or
drugs, the for-hire driver IS license of such dJ:'iver shall be r8VQked .u~d he
shall not be granted a for-b~e driver's license for a pe~iod of at least one
y.a~ tro~ the date o~ such conviction. (ord. 1120 § 16, 1972).
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6.64.160 T~1p .heets. It is unlawful to~ any perSOn owning Or operating
any-taxicab or for-hire vehicle to fail to keep an accurate daily record on a
trip sheet, the form and size to be determined and approved by the director.
All daily trip sheets ehall be kept on file tor a period of two years at the
address for whicl1 the vehicle for-hire license is issued. All daily trip
sheets shall be Open tor inspeot.ioo. by the ðirecto~ 8itheX' while carried .1n
the vehicle for hire or at the ad~es8 of the licensee.
It is unlawful tor any taxioab or tor-hire driver to fail or refuse to
turn 1n his trip sheet or money. collected from taxi-trip fares to hi.
emþloyer o~ hi. duly authorized agent at the end of each shift work.4.
The following1nformation shall be contained On each trip sheet.
A. The driver'. name ae 1icen.ed and for-hire driver', lioen8e number,
B. The driver IS residence address and telephone nwnber,
C. The company name and vehicle number,
D. The date, time and p¡ace of origin and dismissal of each trip
(including trips where the passenger did not complete an actual trip);
B. The tare collected Or to be charged,
F. The number ot pas8enge~s paying or no~ pay!ng and any other items tor
which a charge was or was not madel
G. The hAgi.rm,t.ng- and endinc¡ o¡OOdomehr tIJ.iJllifi ~, ibn vrh 1 rll. tnr 8.nh
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J. If the trip is made pursuant to a contract a8 spec!tied iI~ Section
6.64.090, the trip sheet shall a180 show the fare A8 indicated by the me~er
and an identification of the contract under which the transportation is
þJ:'ovided.
The ddver of any taxicab or for..hue vehicle an.ll, on request or any
þà8senger payinq him a fare tor any trip, issue a receipt showinÇJ such
information for said trip.
' Failure to keep an açour.te daily trj~ Rhppt nr ~h. w1ëhho1d1~. 01. ~~l~
sheet or fare ~oney. collected by a tor-hire driver from hie employer or hie
duly authoria:ed agent shall - be grounds for sullpen81on or revocation ot 11!.
for-hire driver', license. COrd. 2914 § 7,1916: Ord. 1120 § 17,1972).
6.64.170 Dbp1ay of 1r!ceQae. !:veX'y owner or operator of any taxicab or
for-hire vehicle shall at all times carry in such vehicle permits issued by
the Department of Motor Vehicles of the state of Washington and the city of
Seattle, if applicable, showing' lIuch vehicla to be properly insured 10J: the
þX'otaction of the public, and a180 the licenses and permits issued pursuant to
~his chapter. COrd. 2914 I e, 1976: Ord. 1120 § 18, 1972).
6.64.180 In8pection of ~.xicab oX' for-hire vehicles. A11 vehicles op8ra~ed
under the authority of this chapter shall be made available tor inspection by
the director or hi8/he~ representative at any reasonable time or place. The
d1rector $hall inspect the vehicle to determine cleanline8s, prOper equipment,
g'ood appearance, and safe operating' condition.
A. A taxicab or for-h~e vehicle shall be deemed to b. of .afe condition
for the tral)$portat1on of pa.".nc¡ere when the follow1ng minimum raqu.Ú8m8nt..
have been complied with.
1. Until December 31, 1989, the vehicle must be no more than six year.
old (including the currant. DIOdel year) oor have travele,:! lIIore than 100,000
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6.64.180 - 6.64.200
miles. It more thAn s.:lx years old or if it has traveled 100,000 miles or
more, the vehicl. must be replaced, ut'11eøø t.he veh.1.cle owner submits a
certification of safety completed in a manner prescribed by the director.
Aft8r January l, 1990, ~he vehicle must be no more t-.han three years old
CinclUd.1.ng ~he current model year) nor have traveled ~ore than 100,000 mile..
If more than three years old or .1.t it has traveled 100,000 miles or more, ~he
vehicle must be replaced, uc1e.. the vehicle owner submits a certifi~ation of
safety completed in a ~anner presçribad by the director.
2. An efficient and operable windshield wiper mechanism,
3. An adequate brak~ng system including emergency or aUXiliary,
4. A coD\plete 1iqhting system, exterior and iQteX'ior, and inoludinq
eignalinq deV.1.ces and emergency flashers,
5. Rear-view mirrors,
6. Gla.s Cwindeh1eld and rear) free of breaks, crack. or detects
8uttic.1.ant to mar vi.ion,
7. Tires with minimum tread depth of 2/32 inche. a. determined by
;~uqe, and free ot visible detects, ,
,8. Adequate shocks, steering, exhaust and other mechanical systems
required for sala operation of the vehicle,
9. Other safety equipment ~8 mãy be determineð trom time to time by the
director to be necessary for the sate transportation of passen;ers.
B. A tax.1cab or for-hire vehicle shall be deemed to be of good
appearance, clean and sanitary where the following minimum conditions existl
1. ~h. vehicle .eats are unbroken, have no rips in the upholstery and
no expo.ed Spr1ng8
2. Xoside door handles are present and operate proþerly,
3. The vehicle has a functioning heater;
4. Windows roll up/do~ p~operly,
5. Loo.. dirt, greas., a.he., dust, or like substance. are not present
to the degree that such i8 visible to and would be physicallY transferred to a
pa..enqer 8itting in the vehicle,
6. The vehicle has no torn or ripped floor mat. that could pose a
hazard on enterinq or exiting the vehicle;
7. Other reasonable conditione as may be determined by the director to
be necessary tor the safe and sanitary transportation of paseen;era for-hire.
It the director determines during his/her inspection that the condition ot
any taxicab or vehicle for-hire needs correction, he/she shall issue to the
operator or driver thereof a notice in writing specifying such defeots and the
same ahall b. remedied 1mn\ediately or by A later date determined by the
director.
It i8 unlawful to fail to co~þly with any written notice by the director
'to make corrections on the taxicab or tor-hire vehicle. COrd. 7964 f 5,
19811 Ord. 6887 § 6, 1984= Ord. 1120 § 19, 1972).
6.64.190 D.irect rout. of traYe1. Any driver of a taxicab or for-h:.l.re
vehiole employed to carry pa.senger. to a d.finite point ahall take the moat
d.1.rect ~oute possible that will carry the pa8'enge~ ..tely aQd expeditiously
to his destination. (Ord. 1120 § 20,1972).
6.64.200 Unl.wful uot to pay tar.. It i8 unlawtul for any for-hire driver
to refuse to accept a. a passenger any person of proper deportmeQt who
requests a ride when the taxicab or for-hire vehicle i8 vacant or not
employed, And it .1.8 unlawful for any persoQ to refuse to pay the requ1a~ tare
for.. taxicab or for-hire vehicle after having hired the same. (OrCl. 1120 §
21, 1972).
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6.64.210 L8av:!n9 tarlcab or lor-hJ.re veh1.c1e unatt8Qde4. It is unlawful
tor any driver of a taxicab or tor-hire vehicle to leave the same unattended,
,or to make repairs tbet:eto or wash such vehicle while in a takicab 200$,
except that a period of not to exceed sixty minutes is allowed such for-hire
dX'iver for purposes ot taklr1c¡ hi. D1I~a18 or shopping, dur1nq which time such
taxiCAb or for-hire vehicle may be left unattended as lcnq a. the vehicle is
locked and doe. not 1nterfere with otber taxicab. or for-h~e vehicle. within
such zone. (Ord. 1120 § 22, 1972).
6.64. 220 Ba9'ga~. Per eons served with a taxicab or for-hire vehicle
herel1l)der shall be entitled to have with them the.1r valises or .mall hand
ba9c¡age 811 can be conveniently carried within the vehicle loaded, conveyed,
and unloaded without charge. (Ord. 1120 § 23,1972).
6.64.230 'rwo-1f8Y radio dispatch. Untl1. March 31, 1987, :J..f the ta)C:J..eab or
for-hire vehicle i8 equipped with a radio dispatch system, it is unlawful for
any tor-hire driver to fail to respond to a call fro~ the dispatcher to pick
up a passenger when 80 requested or to fail to keep the radio in the taxicab
or for-h.:f.re vehicle operating a t all times during the shift the taxicab or
for-hire vehicle is operated. After July 1, 1988, ea~h taxicab, except those
serving only Sea-Tee Airport, must be equipped with a two-way radio d:J..epatch
system capable ot ope~Atinq throughout King County. Those cabs exempted from
this requirement becau8e they only serve Sea-~ac Airport must be equipped with
an operational CB radio, telephone, or other telecommunications device. It is
unlawful tor Any for-hire driver to tail to x-espond to . call frOhl the
dispatcher to pick up a passenger when so requested or to fail to keep the
radio in the taxicab or for-hire vehicle opera tint¡ êt t all Urn.. dur inq the
shift the taxicab or for-hire vehicle i~ operated. All such equipped taxicabs
ot' for-hire vehicles shall have conspicuously placed on the vehicle by the
niUlle of the cab, the telephone number from which the taxicab, or tor-biz'.
vehicle may be radio ~i.patehed. (Or~. 7964 § 6,1987& Ord. 68B7 § 7, 1984:
Ord. 1120 § 24, 1972).
6.64.240 Discontinued u8e a. taxicab or for-hire vehicle. All taxicabs or
for-hire vehicles licensed under this chapter when discontinued for use as a
taxicab or for-hire vehicle shall be sufficiently repainted forthwith with a
color that will not tend to contuse or lead the public to believe the vehicle
may still be a taxicab or for-hire vehicle and may not be used on the street
for private transportation until the repaint:J..ng has been completed. Fllilure
to comply with the provisions of this.section shall be grounds for revocation
of 8ueh licen8e. (Ord. 1120 § 25# 1972).
6.64.250 SoliøitatJ.otl of tare. or cax'X'ying non-payinc¡ pas.eAgers or ¡»eta of
driver. A. It i8 unlawful for any tor-hire driver to cru.:1..e at Sea-~ac
airport.
B. rt 18 unlawful tor any tor-hire driver to drive # or operate a taxicab
or for-hire vehicle on the lower level passenger p1ck...up at Sea-Tac airport
without having on display a Port of Seattle authorized permit.
c. It is Un] i'U!,ful for any for-hire or taxicab dr.:1.ver to aolie1b o~ tne
Sea-Tac airport terminal drives or inside t~e ai~port terminal building.
D. Xt is unlawful tor any for-hire driver to haul any additional
passengers or ðl\Y non-paying passenger (Ii) or pet (.,) #. other than tho..
balong1nq to the tare paying passenger (s) # when the taxicab or for-hit:e
(King' County )-87)
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vehicle has been Elnqaged for -hire itnd/or is occupied already by a paying
pauenier or pol$.engers, provided that this is not intended to preclude a
licensed for-hit'e drivlillr actin; a. a trainer, trom accompanying a driver
train.. while h./she i. carrying paying pa88enger8. COrd. 6887 § 8, 1984,
Ord. 1120 § 26 I 1972).
6.64.260 Condition ot driver. It 1s un!awful for any tor-hire driver to
con sum. any alCoholic beverage at any time within eight hours at reporting for
duty, or while on duty as a driver to operate any taxio4b or for~ire vehicle
while under the influence of or affected by intoxicating liquors, narcotics,
barbiturates or any meclioine that aha!l impair his ability to drive.
It is unlawful for ..ny for '-hire driver to drive, operate, or be in a
taxicab or 1'or-hirtil vehicle in a position to drive or operate for longer than
ten hours in qny one twenty-four hour period. COrd. 1120 § 27, 1972).
6.64.270 au.pension - Revocation of for-h1re driver's licen,... Any driver
ot a taxicab or for-hire vehicle sh~tl have his/her for-hire driver'. lieen..
suspended or revoked if I
A. At any time. his/her S~ate of
License is suspended or revoked,
B. It is discovered after license issuance that he/she has an infirmity
of the body or ~ind which renders him/her unfit for the safe operation of ..
motor vehicb I
c. He/she uses or is found to be in possession of controlled substances
or alcohol while in or while operating any taxicab or for~ire vehicle,
D. Charges a passenger.. rate or fare other than that provided for in the
rata set by King County,
E. At any time he/she fails to 1'I\eet the qualifications tor a tor -hire
driver,
F.
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Washington Motor Vehicle Oper4tor'.
Violates any ot the provisions of this chapter.
Ord. 1120 § 28, 1972).
(Ord~
6897 §
9,
6.64.280 Licensing fees. It is unlawful to engage in the business 01'
operating a taxicab or for-hire vehicle QI defined in this chapter without
first havin9 obtained a valid license to do so. This license shall be known
as, and the fee ahall be as followst
A. Taxioab license """"'...........5140.00
B. For-hire vehicle license ...........$140.00
c. Transfer of equipment fee...........$ 15.00
per vehicle.
per vehicle.
for each tranefer of
vehicle durinq the 1ig8nBe
1984; Ord. 5799 § B, 19811
2ß4 § 9,1976, Ord. 1120 §
year. COrd. 8947 § 1, 1999, Ord. 6887 § 10,
Ord. 4232 § 6, 1979; Ord. 3926 § 4, 1978, 'Ord.
29, un2).
6.64.290 For--hi\"8 driver' a Uoens$ required - Applioation. It is unlawful
for any person to drive o~ operat:e a taxicab or for-hire vehicle in the
unincorporated area& ot Kinq County without first having obtained a valid
license to do so, which license shall be known as a for-hire driver's
license, The license shall be obtained in the following manner!
The applicant shall file an application on a form furnished by the
director, which shall be signed and sworn to by the applicant and shall
contain r Name, he19ht, weight, color of hair and eyes, t'eaidence address,
place and date of birth, last place of employment, whethe~ or not the license
was ever su8pended or revoked and for what causa, and such other information
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a. may re..onably be r$quireã. The applicant shall on the application give
the names and mailing "addre$ses of four persons, not ~e1.tiv&s, who have known
the applicant for At least two years past. COrd. 6887 § 11, 19S4r Ord. 4232
§ 7, 19791 Ord. 2914 § 10, 1976, Ord. 1120 § 30, 1972).
6.64.300 Qualitications tor a for.nire driver's licen&e. A. No person
shall be issued a for~lr. driver's license unless he/she posses..s the
following qualifications.
1. Must be at leaet eighteen years ot agel
2. Must pones! a Valid state of \,luhington motor vehicle operator' s
license 1
3. Must he free from any infirmity of body or mind which would render
the applicant unfit for safe operation of a motor vehicle, and shall have
submitted to a medical examination by a licensed physician and filed with the
cHt'ector a certificate trom sdd physician certifying hie/her fitness as a
for~ire driver. The scope ot the examination and the certificate form shall
be prescribec1 by the Seattle -King County health departme'nt. Such examination
shall be required at least every four C4) years hut not for renewals of .uch
license I provided however, the director may at any time at his/her discretion
require any licensee to he so exlunineä and to uecure such a cer;1t'icate or
renewal thereof;
4. Must not be found to be ac1dicted to the use of intoxicating liquot',
dAngerous d~ugs or narcoticsl
5. After June 1, 1 ge8, must present a certificate of completion of a
t~ainin9' prog~am offered or approved by the county liS described in Section
6.64.345 ot this chapter.
6. Must successfully complete a written examination administered at the
time of initi.l application. ~he examination will test the a~plicant'.
knowledge of the chapter requirements dealing with fare determination,
driver-passenger relations, conduct including the applicant's ability to
understand oral and written directions in the tnglish language, v$hicle safety
requ1ral\\l!Ir'lts and àrive~ rec¡ulation&, and a satisfactory qeoCjJraphic knowledge
of King County. The content of the examination will be prescribed by the
director. All current licensees must 1:akeand pass this examination in order
to secure renewal of their licenses during the year after this chapter beC?me8
law; provided that, after a driver once passes this examination, he/she shall
not have to pau the examination again AS a requirement for license renewal
unless he/she has not been an active driver for a period of more than two
years.
B. No lican.. will be issued if the applicant has:
1. Made any false statement in his/her application 7
2. Had a conviction or bail forfeiture involving crimes pertaining to
controlled substances, alcohol, prostitution, gambling, physical violence, or
other crime. directly ~elated to the applicant's honesty and inteirity (fraud,
lArceny, extortion) and/or ability to operate a taxicab within three years ot
the date ot application,
3. Has been found to have exhibited past conduct in drivin9 or
operating a taxicab or fo},"-hire vehicle which would lead the director to
reasonably conclude that the applicant will not comply with the provisions of
the chapter related to driver/operator conduct and the safe operation of the
vehicle I
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4. Has been. found to have exhibited a past driving record which would
lead the director to reasonably conclude that the applicant would not operate
the taxicab or foro.hire vehicle in a. safe manner. COrd. 7964 § 7, 1987, Ord.
6887 § 12, 1994, Ord. 2302 § 1, 1975: Ord. 1889 Art. V § 62, 19741 Ord.
1120 § 31, 1972).
6.64.310 S.attle-Xin9 County Health Depar~ent. Any applicant who fails
to pass a sathhctory metSical examination mêty be re-examtned Arter thirty
day. from the original examination, and if following suoh re~xam1nation the
certificate herein required from the Seitttle "K1ng County Health Department is
issued, the applicant may be 11cen.ed in aooortSance with the provisions of
this chapi:ør. COrd. 1120 § 32, 1972).
6.64.320 Flngerprinta and photographs to accompany application. Each
application for a tor-hire driver's license shall be accompanied by a complete
set of fingerprints of the applicant: ¡, and also by three recent duplicate
photographs of the applicant of the sin to be determined by the director.
One photograph shall be retained in the rècords of the bu8ine88 license
section and the second attached to the license in such manner that it cannot
be removed and another photograph substituted therefor without detection; the
third photograph together with the name, address and liCense number shall be
prominently displayed indde the taxicab so a8 to be readily discernible to
any passenger. COrd. 188S Art. V § 63, 1974: Ord. 1120 § J3, 1972).
6.64.330 Investigation of applicants for driver's lic8n8ea. When an
applica tion tor a for -hire dr1. ver' s license, duly signed and Sworn to and
accompanied by the required certificate of the Seattle-King County HeÃlth
Department has been received by the director, he shall investigate the
statements contained therein, antS may obtain such other information concerning
the applicant's character, inteqrity, personal habita, past conduct and
general qualitications as will show the applicant' 8 libility 4n4 skill as a
driver of a motor vehicle tOr hire, and his honesty, integrity and character
for the purpose of determining whether the applicant is a suttable pereon to
drive a motor vehicle for hire. All applications for for.h1re driverls
licenses 8h~11 become null and void after sixty days from date of filing, if
the applicant for any reason fails or neglects to obtain a licen.e. COrd.
18ae Art. V § 64, 19741 Ord. 1120 § 34, 1972). .
6.64.340 Temporary permit. Upon application for a for-hire driverls
license, the director may issue a temporary fa" -hire driver'.. permit which
liihall entit:l. the applicant to operate a taxicab or other for o.hire vehicle
pending final action upon his application for a period not to exceed
forty.fiv8 days, provided, that any such temporary permit may be revoked for
falsification of information on the application. Such temporary permit shall
not be transferable or assignable and shall be valid only with the taxicab or
for-hire vehicle company t:o which -it W"caä ul.lglrul.lly i$8Ueð. - ""Wi'ïënever the
holder of such a temporary permit leaves the original employment, the employer
shall notify the director within five days. (Ord. 1120 § 35, 1972).
6.64.345 Required training. A. Atter June 1, 1988, all taxi owners antS
dr:!.ver~ shall be required to complete a training program providing information
about the history and geography of t:.he pugat Sound area; incentives for
defensive ch:ivin9 and personal safety, and enhancement' ot driver/passenger
relations, appearance and COmmunication sk:!.lls.
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B. Completion of. this training shall be soheduleð as specified in other
sßotions of thia chap~er.
C. The director shall aSsure that this traininq is offered by the county
and/or offered by another public or private entity. If training offered by A
noncounty entity, certification for purposes of obtAining or renewing a
license pursuant to this chapter is contingent upon the director'lI approval
that contents and training staff capability are equi".lent to what would be
provided through the county. COrd. 7964 § 18,1987).
6.64.350 Iø8uance of for-hire driver's lic.nse. If the director is
utisfied that the applicant for a for-hire driver'" license poesesaes the
qualifications and il a suitable person to drive a motor vehicle for hire
under the provisions of this ohapter, he shall issue him a for-hire clriv.r' fill
licen.. which will entitle him to drive and operate a motor vehicle for hire
within King County. COrd. 1120 § 36, 1972).
6.64.360 EKpiration and renewal. of for-hire driver's licensee. All tor-
hirö driver' s licenses shall expire ona year from the day the liCense WAS
qranted and must be renewed wi~hin ten days from the data of expiration,
except &$ otherwise provided in ~his chapter. Applications for renewal shall
be made to the director and shall contain such information as he may cleem
necessary, whereupon he may renew the license tor a period of one year I
providedl however, that in the event it appears that the license. has beaame
physically or mentally incapacitated to a degree so al to make the driving of
an automobile or other ~otor vehicle by the liCensee a danger to the public,
that thè director may require the licensee to be re-examined by a licensed
physician and procure from that physiCian a satisfactory certitiC::.ãte before
such for-hire driver's license may be renewed.
After June 1, 1988, all for-hire driver'. license renewals are contingent
upOn completion of the trqininq program described in S~Qtìon 6.64.345 of thie
chapter within the two year period preceding 11cen$e renewal as demonstrated
by a certificate of completion. COrd. 7964 § e, 1967: Ord. 2914 § 11, 1976:
Ord; la6a Art. V § 65,1974. Ord. 1120 § 37, 1972).
6.64.370 tor-hire driver's license tee. The fee for a for"hire driver's
Beanse shall be as follows: For each license, forty dollars. (Ord. 8947 §
2, 19a9: Orcl. 6987 § 13, 19841 Ord. 5799 § 9, 1981: Ord. 2~4 § 12/19761
Ord. laee Art. V § 66,1974: Ord. l120 § 36.1972).
6.64.380 Damaged or worn-out for-hire d~1vert. licenses to be replaced.
When the licen$e is worn out, damaged or otherwise unf1t tor use, the diröc~or
may require the license to be replaced in the same form a. the original
license, at the expense of the lioensee. COrd. 1120 § 39,1972).
6.64.390 Identificátion ot drivers. , Every for-hire driver shall wear or
display a badge of identification or sign, plaque, or car~, the size, farm,
content and placement to be determined and approved by the director, and such
badqe, sign, plaque, or card $ha11 be worn by such tor-hire driver or placed
in the taxicab or for~ire vehicle at all times while he/she i8 operating such
taxicab or for-hire vehicle. '
The for-hlre driver's license shall at All times be carried on the person
of the Heensee, and shall on reques~ be exhibited by the liceneee to any
pa$5enqer or to any police officer or other enforcement officer. COrd. 6887 §
14, 1~e4: Ord. 1120 § 40, 1972).
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6.64.400 Renewal of license, registration or permit - Late penalty. A
late penalty shall be charged on all applications for renewal of! a license,
registration Or permit received later than ten working days after the
expiration date of such license, registration or permit as set forth in the
:respective resolution or ordinance establishing- the expiration date of such
license, reg-ietration or permit. The amount of such penalty is fixed a.
follows:
For a lioense, reg-tetration or permit requiring a fee of fifty cents or
more, but les8 than fifty dollars, twenty percent of the required fee,
For a lioense, registration or permit requiring a fee of fifty dollars or
more, but less than one thousand dollars, ten percent of the required fee;
For a license, registration or permit requiring a te. of one thousand
dollars or more, rive percent of the required fee. COrd. 1888 Art. IV § 3,
1974).
6.64.410 Violations and penalties. Any person violating or failing to
comply with any of the providons of thia chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor
and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine in any sum not
exceeding two hundred f1f~y dollar, or by imprisonment in the county jail tor
q period not exceedinq ninety days. COrd. 1120 § 45, 1972).
6.64.420 Civil penalty. In addition to or as an alternative to any other
penalty provided herein or by 1a~ any person who violates any provision of any
business license ordinance shall be subject to a civil penalty in an amount
not to exceed two hundred fifty dollars per violation to be directly as.essad
by the director. The director, in ~ reasonable manner, may vary the amount of
the penalty assessed to consider the appropriateness of the penalty to the
size of the business of the violator, the gravity of the violation; the number
of past and present violations committed and the 90od faith of the violator in
attempting to achieve compliance qtter notification ot the violation. All
civil penalties assessed will be enforced and collected in accordance with the
procedure specified under this title. (Ord. 1888 Art. IV § 1, 1974).
6.64.430 Additional entercement. Notwithstanding the existence Or use of
any other remedy, the director may seek legal or equi t~ble relief to enjoin
any acts or practices which constitute or will constitute a violation of any
business license ordinance or other rllqulations herein adopted. (Ord. lBBa
Art. IV § 2, 1974).
6.64.440 Soope or authority. Unless otherwise ~pecif1ca11y stated, binding
þrovisions shall apply to all licensees operating in the unincorporated areas
of King County and other jurisdictions or public agencies authorized 'to
contract for services with King County under the authorities provided in the
Interlocal Agreement Act, RCW 39.34, as amended; provided, that should
provisions herein conflict with those contained in any such interlocal
agreement, the interIooal agreement shall supersede in all cases. (Ord. 4232
~ 9, 1979).
6.64.470 Morat:o:dwn. The king County council finds and declares that
privately operated taxicab transportation service is . vital part of the
transportation system of King County and provides demand"r8sponsi ve service.
to county residents and the traveling public. Consequently, the safety,
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reliability and economic viability of privately operated tax1t~C!n.portation
i8 a matter of county Cloncern and regulation of such transportation is an
essential governmental function. I
In order to protect the public health, welfare and safety ot the citizen.
of King County and the traveling public and in order to a$8U~e a viable taxi
transportation system in King County, the ~ing County council finds that it is
necessary and in the public interest to declare a moratorium on the issuance
of new taxicab vehicle licenses until January 1, 1990. (Orci. 8844, 19891
Ord. 8472, 19881 Ord. 7964 § 11, 19B1: Ord. 7791, 1986: OrcS. 6887 § 16,
1. 984) .
6.64.480 Transfer ot permit. Tran.ference (sale) of a permit to any other
person i8 authorized and nothing herein ~hall prevent the holder of a taxicab
permit from leasing the taxicab to another person or persons tor use or
operation. Application for transfer ot a permit to anoth~r person shall state
the name of the transferee, and th., trade name and color soheme under which
the vehicle will b., operated. The transferee shall com~ly with all
req"irement. of this chapter.
The owner of a taxicab vehicle license may transfer. permit to any other
motor vehicle with the approval of the director. Any taxicab vehicle permit
not in actual U$e for a period of ninety (90) days shall, at the discretion of
the director, be considered abandoned and non.renewable or transferable.
(Ord. S887 § 17, 1984).
6.64.490 Driving X'eaord. Each aJ?plicant tor a for-hire driver's license
shall provide a current certified copy of his/her employment driving J:'ecord,
obtained from the Washington State Department of Licensing, provided that, if
an applicant does not have an employment driving record which has been current
for at least two years prior to application for a for-hire driver's license,
the applioa.nt shall provide a current. certified copy of his/her personal
driving X'ecord, obtained from the Washington State Department of Licensing.
(Ord. 6887 § 18, 1984).
6.64.500 Pas.enger complaints process. A. Upon receiving a written oom-
plaint involvinq the conduct of the fer-hire driver, the route of
transportation, the rate charged for the transportation, passenger injury or
property damage not arising trom a vehicle accident, the director shall cause
the followin; to be performed.
1. Issue a Notice ot Complaint to the for-hire driver and vehicle
owner, 4nd company, it applicable, advising such person of the allegation(s)
mad. in the complaint,
2. Require the for-hire driver, ve'hicle Owner, and company if
applicable, to respond, in writing, to the allegation(s) 1n the Notice of
Complaint with!n ten days of receipt of the Notice or Complainti
3. Investigate the allegation(~) !n the written com~laint and the
response submitted by the for"'hire driver, vehicle owner, and company, if
applicable;
4. Make & finding as to the validity ot' the allegation(s) in the
w~itten Clomplaint. It it ia found to be ~ valid complaint the director shall
issue a Notice and Order pursuant to the process deacribed in K.C.C. 6.01.130.
B. Failure to respond, in writing, to ð Notice of Complaint within ten
days shall constitute a waiver of the for-hire driver's, vehicla owner's, and
companys', if applicable, ~i9ht. to contest the all~9ation(s) in the written
complqint and shall be prima facie evid.nce that the allegation(s) are valid.
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C. Failure to comply with any Notice and Order i..ued a. a re.ult ot the
above proca.. will result in the revocation of the licen.eCs) involved. such
revocation will last one year from the date the licen.e(a) is surrendered.
(Ord. 6887 § 19, 1984).
6.64.510 IDdu8try reporting- A. Beginning April 1, 1987, the following
information ~ust be collected for each taxicab licensed in the COuntYI
1. Total n~er ot tripe.
2. Total paid mil...
3. Total mile. driven.
: 4. Amount of fares collected and number of tare unite.
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a. Equipnent deþreciation
b. Iquipm811t purcha.es
c. .Repair and maintenance cost.
d. Fuel and oil colts
e. Other sup~li.s
f. Lease. and service contract cost.
i. License tee. and tax..
h. Insurance
i. Labor coat,
j. Other relevant cOlts
This information must be provided quarterly to the director as followsl
For the period. No later than:
Aprill - June 30 July 15
JUly 1 - September 30 October 15
October 1 - Deoember 31 January 15
January 1 - March 31 April 15
Failure of an owner to report as required IShall be subject to immediate
suspenaionof licanee until such time a8 the intormation is provided.
II. Information atored on meters itS required in section 6.64.110 ot this
chapter shall be collected at official county or city taxicab testing stations
pursuant to the Ichedule in Section 6.64.510 A. of this chapter. Other
information required to be reported under this section shall be reported in a
mann8r established by the director.
c. The director tnay verity operating cost information reported by the
industry ae requÜ:ed in Section 6.64.510 A. of this chapter through special
audits perforMed on a random sample baeia. Failure to submit information
required for a epec!.l audit to document the costs reported pursuant to
Section 6.64.510 A. or this chapter within two weeks of the director'. request
shall result in immediate suspension of license until such time a8 the
information i8 provided.
Any costs reported but not verified durtog an audit will not be used to
determine average operating costs for rate-tsetting or licen8~nq purposes.
(Ord. 7964 § 13, 19B7).
6.64.520 RespoQ.. time.. By July 1,1987, and periodically thereafter, the
director shall establish a sohedule of optimum average taxicab respOnse times
to requests for taxicab service at selected points within the county. The
director ahall periodically th8reafter survey actual taxicab response times.
A comparison of average actual response times to the optimum average
response times IIhall be used as an indicator of taxicab, industry performance
and shall be usee! a8 one criterion in evaluating and reconunending rate and
entry changes pursuant to Section 6.64.540 otthill chapter.
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The director shall, publish a draft report of the optimum response times
and shall provide a ten-day comment period on the 8chedule beto~e f1nalicing
the schedule. Comment, received by the director shall be included in the
annual ~eport8 submitted to the council pursuant to section 6.64.530 of this
chapter. (Ord. 7964 § 14, 1987).
6.64.530 Annual report. A. On or before October 1, 1987, the director
shall fila a report with the Kinq County council based Upon data collected
pursuant to Section 6.64.510 ot this chapter for the period Ap~il I, 1987,
throuqh June 30, 1997. In addition to the terms identified in Section
6.64.530 c. of this chapter, this report shall include a r8co~endation
concerning optimum average taxicab response times and a eurvey of actual
response times.
B. On or before October 1 of each subsequent year, the di~ector shall
file an annual report with the Kinq County council based upOn data collected
pursuant to Section 6.64.510 of this chapter for the period. between July 1 ot
the preceding calendar year and J~e 30 of the calendar yea~ in which the
~eport is t'iled.
C. These reports shall include but not be limited to the t'ollowing.
1. Number of taxicabs licensed in King County during the reporting
period and during the preceding year.
2. Nunlber of drivers licensed in King County durinq the reporting
period and du:dnc¡ the precedinc¡ year.
3. Recommendeð optimum number of taxicab licenses in Xing County.
4. Recommended taxi rate.
S. A description of how the rate and/or number of cabs recornm~nded
relates to the criteria described in K.C.C. 6.64.090 F.
6. Results of a survey of taxicab response times, changes io response
times from previous reportinq period., and relationship of the actual response
times to the optimum average response time astablished by the director
pursuant to Section 6.64.540 of this chapter.
7. Any other recommendations deemed appropriate by the director. (Ord.
7964 § 15, 1987).
6.64.540 Annual detU1Ú.Da1:ioQ of fues aDd Dumber of license.. A. ICinq
County finds and declares that fair and reasonable rates for the taxi industry
should be established in the public interest and measured in terms of the taxi
industry's need for revenue and the need for adequate se~vice provided to the
public ae reflected by taxi service rB$ponse times. The formulas established
in this section are found to provide a reasonable basia to determine
recommendation. tor rates and the number of ~axi licenses to be established.
B. The director shall apply the informa~ion collected pursuant to
Section. 6.64.110, 6.64.510 and 6.64.520 of this chapter to the follow1n9
formulae to estimate the optimum number of cabs and appropriate fare for the
following year.
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Average Trip Miles.
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If the average net profit rate per cab is leu thltn seven percent and
actual response times are equal to or less than the optimum average response
time established pursuant to Section Ei. 64.520 of this cnapter, the director
may recommend å rate increase and/or a reduction in optimum number of
taxicab., provided that the effect of such recommendation shall not exceed ten
percent average net profit per cab.
It the average net profit rate per cab exceeds ten percent prior to a rate
adjustment. and/or actub.l resp'onse times exceed the optimum average response
timu established punuant to Section 6.64.530 of this chapter, the director
may recommend an increase in the number of cabs licensed in Xing County and/or
a rate decrease.
The councit may approve, reject or modify the recommendation of the
director in order to establiSh a tair and reasonable rate to protect the
welfare of the citizens of Xing County and enBure a viable, responsive and
affordable taxi transportation system. In reviewing taxi rates the council
shall consider, amon9 other thinqs, the factors prescribed in K.C.C.
6.64.090. The council shall act by ordinance and /let forth th,,' reasons for
its action. (Ord. 7964 i 16, 1987).
6.64.550 Interlocal agreement. The executive may execute an interlocal
agreement with the city of Seattle tor the purpose of consolidating city and
county Hcensinq and reducing duplication of licens1ng functions and feu.
The agreement may authorize the city to accept and investiqate applications
for and issue taxicab lioenses and license renewals on behalf or the county,
provided that the c1 ty uses tne requirements of this chapter tor taxicab
lioenses. The agreement may authorize the county to accept and investiqate
applications for and issue for-hire driver license. and license renewals on
behalf of the city, provided that the city agrees to the requirements of thie
chapt.e~ for driver licenses. COrd. 7964 § 17,1987).
6.64.560 Severability. Should any section, subsection, paragraph,
sentence, clause or phrase ot this chapter be declared unconstitutional or
invalid for any reallon, such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portion or this chapter. COrd. 7964 § 19, 1987).
6.64.570 Taxicab Commission. A. Establishment and purpose. There shall
be established a Taxicab Commission, hereinafter reterred to as the
"commioeion," .in King County for thø purpose of l"ecommnndin9 taxicab r-1tes,
entry restr:ictiona it any, And other related revisions to the King County Code
and Seattle Municipal Code to ~h8 King County counoil and the Seattle City
Council, provided that the Seattle City Council adopts le91slation authori~ing
city participation in the commission.
B. Membership. There shall be nine members of the commission, three ot
,...hich shall be 'appointed by the King County executive, and confirmed by the
King County council, three of which shall be appointed by tho City of Seattle,
the seovanth member shall be appointed by the Port ot Seattle, the eighth
ITIlJmber selected by the seven appointed members, and the ninth member shall
represent the Evergreen Taxi Association or its successor. A member appointed
by the City of Seattle and Xing County shall serve for a term of three years.
Representation from the hospitality and tourism industry and the handicapped
shall be considered. The following individuals aha],! not be eligible for
appointm.nt to the commi..ionz staff employed by any qov~rnmental agency with
juriSdiction over taxicab regulation or enforcement; any owner, leBeee, driver
or employee ot a taxicab company or business, or any members of the immediate
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families o~ any or the foregoing. The oommission sholl provide for election
of its own offioers and i~8 own rules of procedure. The commission shall file
its first report to the city an~ Xing County councils and the Port Commission
no later than January 15, 1989, and annuQl report. thereatter. The commission
may make speciftl reports as the need ariaes.
C. The Kinq County executive is hereby authorized to nelJotiate and
execute a.n 1nter1(')cal a.c;reement with the City of Seattle and the Port of
Seattle to establish A ~axica.b Commission for the purpose of making
rBcommenc'tations to each jurisdlction on aC;Bncy recommendations resulting from
taxioab industry repor~inq, pursuant to K.C.C. 6.64.5l0-.S40, and other
t'ecomrnflntiatlons conoerning governmental regUlations of the takloab indust.ry,
taxi hres, and taxi licensinc; , provided that no agreement. Ihall become
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ftpprop~iate~ and passed by councils' respective ordinances. ~h. contribution
from the Port ot Seattle shall be by letter ot Agreement to contd.bute it.
porHon of funding- to the Regional Taxicab Commission' 8 budget.
E. Report. The Kinq County executive is ~irecte~ to report to the King
County counci 1 no later than Apdl 30, 1990 on the degree of completion of the
Reqional Taxioab C.ommis8ton' IS Work Program I which report shall include an
Clverview of work remaininq to be ccmpletAd. Ilnd a date by which aOlI\Jl\isaion
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1999. Or!!.. S924, 1989. Ord. 8641, 1988& Ord. 8450 H 1-4, 1988).
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Washington, and particularly RCW 39.34.080, King County Ordinance
No. 1120, and City of Federal WaYOrdinance No. 90-27 .
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the County and the City have jurisdiction to
regulate the business of operating taxicabs and for-hire vehicles
within their respective boundaries; and
WHEREAS, the business of operating taxicabs and for-hire
vehicles presents peculiar licensing and law enforcement problems
of a multi jurisdictional nature; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable in order to adequately protect
the interests of the County and the City and the citizens thereof,
to provide for a uniform County-wide system of licensing taxicabs
and for-hire vehicles and the drivers thereof; and
WHEREAS, the County and its employees, and more par-
ticularly the Business License Section, Division of General
Services, Department of Executive Administration, are well
qualified and able in matters relating to the licensing and
enforcement of laws relating to the conduct of the taxicab and
for-hire vehicle business; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to obtain the assistance of
the County in matters relating to the licensing and enforcement
of laws relating to the conduct of the taxicab and for-hire
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WHEREAS, the County is ready, willing and able to act
to assist the City in matters relating to the licensing and
enforcement of laws relating to regulation of taxicabs and for-
hire vehicles and the drivers thereof:
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of payments, mutual
agreements and covenants hereinafter contained, and subject to the
terms and conditions hereinafter stated, it is hereby understood
and agreed by the parties hereto as follows;
1. The City has enacted and shall amend from time to
time Ordinance No. 90-27 , which is substantially similar to King
County Code, Chapter 6.64, as now or hereafter amended.
2. The City shall delegate the power to determine eli-
gibility for licenses issued under the terms of the above men-
tioned city ordinance to the Director of the King County
Department of Executive Administration and his/her authorized
representatives, subject to the conditions set forth in the above
mentioned city ordinance and subject to the review power of the
King County Board of Appeals.
3. The City shall delegate the power to enforce the
terms of the above mentioned city ordinance, including the power
to deny, suspend or revoke licenses issued thereunder, to the
Director of King County Department of Executive Administration
and his/her authorized representatives, subject to the conditions
set forth in the above mentioned city ordinance, and subject to
the review power of the King County Board of Appeals. Nothing in
this agreement is intended to divest the City of authority to
issue notices of violation and court citations for alleged viola-
tions of City ordinances. The authority to issue notices of
violations and court citations may be exercised by either the
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4. The County shall perform consistent with available
resources all services relating to licensing and enforcement of
city ordinances relating to taxicabs and for-hire vehicles and
the drivers thereof in accordance with the terms of this contract
and the above mentioned city ordinance. Except as otherwise
hereinafter provided for, the minimum level of service which will
be provided shall be that same minimum level of service that is
and shall be hereinafter, during the terms of this agreement,
provided for the unincorporated areas of the County by the afore-
mentioned King County Department of Executive Administration.
5. The rendition of such service, the standards of per-
formance, the discipline of employees, and all other matters
incident to the performance of such services and the control of
personnel so employed, shall remain in the County. In the event
of a dispute between the parties as to the extent of the service
to be rendered hereunder, or the minimum level or manner of per-
formance of such service, the determination of the Director of
the King County Department of Executive Administration shall be
final and conclusive in all respects as between the parties
hereto.
6. Except as set forth in section 9A. below, services
to be provided by the County pursuant to this agreement do not
include legal services, which shall be provided by the City at
its own expense.
7. The City agrees that all fees collected by the
County pursuant to the licensing of taxicabs and for-hire
vehicles and the drivers hereof shall be and remain the property
of the County.
8. The parties agree that all fines levied by a court
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5 hold harmless the City and its officers, agents, and employees,
6 or any of them, from any and all claims, actions, suits,
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In the event that any suit based upon such a claim,
action, loss, or damage is brought against the City, the County
shall defend the same at its sole cost and expense~ provided,
that, the City retains the right to participate in said suit if
any principle of governmental or public law is involved~ and if
final judgment be rendered against the city and its officers,
agents, and employees, or any of them, or jointly against the
City and the County and their respective officers, agents, and
employees, or any of them, the County shall satisfy the same) t~
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B. The C1ty sHal indemnify and hold harmless the
County and its officers, agents, and employees, or any of them,
from any and all claims, actions, suits, liability, loss, costs,
expenses, and damages of any nature whatsoever, by reason of or
arising out of any negligent act or omission of the City, its
officers, agents, and employees, or any of them, tv ~ ~:t€/l'U-
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action, loss, or damage is brought against the County, the City
shall defend the same at its sole cost and expense~ provided that
the County retains the right to participate in said suit if any
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final judgment be rendered against the County, and its officers,
agents, and employees, or any of them, or jointly against the
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ld. A. ~s agregme~t shall be effective on the 1st
day of January, 1991, and terminate on the 31st day of December,
1993. It is further agreed that should both parties desire to
continue this agreement after the termination date, this contract
may be renewed for a period of one year on the same terms and
conditions, upon the giving of written notice by either party to
the other not less than thirty (30) days before the expiration of
this agreement.
B. Either party shall have the right to cancel this
agreement at any time upon the giving of ninety (90) days written
notice to the other of such cancellation. In the event of such
cancellation, all monies allocated under this agreement shall
become immediately due and payable. The cancellation of this
agreement shall not affect the validity of any license issued
pursuant to City Ordinance No. 90-27 as now or hereafter amended.
C. In executing this agreement, the County does not
assume liability or responsibility for or in any way release the
City from any liability or responsibility which arises in whole
or in part from the existence or effect of city ordinances, rules
or regulations. If any cause, claim, suit, action or administra-
tive proceeding is commenced in which the enforceability and/or
validity of any such City ordinance, rule or regulation is at
issue, the City shall defend the same at its sole expense and if
judgment is entered or damages are awarded against the City, the
County, or both, the City shall satisfy the same, including all
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11. This writing embodies the whole agreement of the
4 other than those contained herein. The parties further agree
5 that no liability shall attach to either of the parties by reason
6 of entering into this contract except as expressly provided
7 herein.
8 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this
9 agreement to be executed the day and year first hereinabove
10 written.
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KING COUNTY
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
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FOR-HIRE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
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Washington, hereinafter called the "County," and the CITY OF
FEDERAL WAY, Washington, a non-charter code city, hereinafter
called the "City," under authority of Title 39, Revised Code of
Washington, and particularly RCW 39.34.080, King County Ordinance
No. 1120, and City of FEDERAL WAY Ordinance No. 10.::]1
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the County and the City have jurisdiction to
regulate the business of operating taxicabs and for-hire vehicles
within their respective boundaries; and
WHEREAS, the business of operating taxicabs and for-hire
vehicles presents peculiar licensing and law enforcement problems
of a multi jurisdictional nature; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable in order to adequately protect
the interests of the County and the City and the citizens thereof
to provide for a uniform County-wide system of licensing taxicabs
and for-hire vehicles and the drivers thereof; and
WHEREAS, the County and its employees, and more par-
ticularly the Business License Section, Division of General
Services, Department of Executive Administration, are well
qualified and able in matters relating to the licensing and
enforcement of laws relating to the conduct of the taxicab and
for-hire vehicle business; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to obtain the assistance of
the County in matters relating to the licensing and enforcement
of laws relating to the conduct of the taxicab and for-hire
vehicle business; and
WHEREAS, the County is ready, willing and able to act
to assist the City in matters relating to the licensing and
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2 hire vehicles and the drivers thereof:
3 NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of payments, mutual
4 agreements and covenants hereinafter contained, and subject to th
5 terms and conditions hereinafter stated, it is hereby understood
6 and agreed by the parties hereto as follows;
7 1. The City has enacted and shall amend from time to
8 time Ordinance No. qO-~l which is substantially similar to King
9 County Code, Chapter 6.64, as now or hereafter amended.
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2. The City shall delegate the power to determine eli-
gibility for licenses issued under the terms of the above men-
tioned city ordinance to the Director of the King County
Department of Executive Administration and his/her authorized
representatives, subject to the conditions set forth in the above
mentioned city ordinance and subject to the review power of the
King County Board of Appeals.
3. The City shall delegate the power to enforce the
terms of the above mentioned city ordinance, including the power
to deny, suspend or revoke licenses issued thereunder, to the
Director of King County Department of Executive Administration
and his/her authorized representatives, subject to the conditions
set forth in the above mentioned city ordinance, and subject to
the review power of the King County Board of Appeals. Nothing in
this agreement is intended to divest the City of authority to
issue notices of violation and court citations for alleged viola-
tions of City ordinances. The authority to issue notices of
violations and court citations may be exercised by either the
County or the City.
4. The County shall perform consistent with available
resources all services relating to licensing and enforcement of
city ordinances relating to taxicabs and for-hire vehicles and
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the drivers thereof in accordance with the terms of this contract
and the above mentioned city ordinance. Except as otherwise
hereinafter provided for, the minimum level of service which will
be provided shall be that same minimum level of service that is
and shall be hereinafter, during the terms of this agreement,
provided for the unincorporated areas of the County by the afore-
mentioned King County Department of Executive Administration.
5. The rendition of such service, the standards of per-
formance, the discipline of employees, and all other matters
incident to the performance of such services and the control of
personnel so employed, shall remain in the County. In the event
of a dispute between the parties as to the extent of the service
to be rendered hereunder, or the minimum level or manner of per-
formance of such service, the determination of the Director of
the King County Department of Executive Administration shall be
final and conclusive in all respects as between the parties
hereto.
6. Except as set forth in section 9A. below, services
to be provided by the County pursuant to this agreement do not
include legal services, which shall be provided by the City at
its own expense.
7. The City agrees that all fees collected by the
County pursuant to the licensing of taxicabs and for-hire
vehicles and the drivers hereof shall be and remain the property
of the County.
8. The parties agree that all fines levied by a court
of competent jurisdiction or civil penalties assessed by the
Director of the Department of Executive Administration for viola-
tion of city ordinances regulating the taxicab and for-hire
vehicle business shall become the property of the County.
9. Indemnification: A. The County shall indemnify and
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hold harmless the City and its officers, agents, and employees,
or any of them, from any and all claims, actions, suits,
liability, loss, costs,' expenses, and damages of any nature
whatsoever, by reason of or arising out of any negligent action
or omission of the County, its officers, agents, and employees,
or any of them, in performing services pursuant to this
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In the event that any suit based upon such a claim,
action, loss, or damage is brought against the City, the County
shall defend the same at its sole cost and expense; provided,
that, the City retains the right to participate in said suit if
any principle of governmental or public law is involved; and if
final judgment be rendered against the city and its officers,
agents, and employees, or any of them, or jointly against the
City and the County and their respective officers, agents, and
eme~o~ee~ or any of them, the County shall satisfy the same/~
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B. The City snaIl indemnify and hold harmless the
County and its officers, agents, a~ employees, or any of them,
from any and all claims, actions, suits, liability, loss, costs,
expenses, and damages of any nature whatsoever, by reason of or
arising out of any negligent act or omission of the City, it~{
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In the event that any suit based upon such a claim,
action, loss, or damage is brought against the County, the City
shall defend the same at its sole cost and expense; provided that
the County retains the right to participate in said suit if any
principle of governmental or public laws is involved; and if
final judgment be rendered against the County, and its officers,
agents, and employees, or any of them, or jointly against the
County and the City and their respective officers, agents, and
employees, or any of them, the City shall satisfy the same, to
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10. A. This agreement shall be effective on the 28th
2 day of February, 1990, and terminate on the 31st day of December,
3 1990. It is further agreed that should both parties desire to
4 continue this agreement after the termination date, this contract
5 may be renewed for a period of one year on the same terms and
6 conditions, upon the giving of written notice by either party to
7 the other not less than thirty (30) days before the expiration of
8 this agreement.
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B. Either party shall have the right to cancel this
10 agreement at any time upon the giving of thirty (30) days written
11 notice to the other of such cancellation. In the event of such
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become immediately due and payable. The cancellation of this
agreement shall not affect the validity of any license issued
pursuant to City Ordinance No .10 Jl as now or hereafter amended.
C. In executing this agreement, the County does not
assume liability or responsibility for or in any way release the
City from any liability or responsibility which arises in whole
or in part from the existence or effect of city ordinances, rules
or regulations. If any cause, claim, suit, action or administra-
tive proceeding is commenced in which the enforceability and/or
validity of any such City ordinance, rule or regulation is at
issue, the City shall defend the same at its sole expense and if
judgment is entered or damages are awarded against the City, the
County, or both, the City shall satisfy the same, including all
chargeable costs and attorney's fees.
11. This writing embodies the whole agreement of the
parties. There are no promises, terms, condition, or obligations
other than those contained herein. The parties further agree
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2 of entering into this contract except as expressly provided
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4 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this
5 agreement to be executed the day and year first hereinabove
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KING COUNTY
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County Executive
ATTEST:
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Department of Executive Administration
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