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BRANCH OFFICE
3117 OVERSEAS lllGHWA Y
MARATHON, FLORIDA 33050
TEL. (305) 289-6027
FAX (305) 289-1745
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
MONROE COUNTY
500 WHITEHEAD STREET
KEY WEST, FLORIDA 33040
TEL. (305) 292-3550
FAX (305) 295-3660
BRANCH OFFICE
88820 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY
PLANTATION KEY, FLORIDA 33070
TEL. (305) 852-7145
FAX (305) 852-7146
MEMORANDUM
TO: Peter Horton, Director
Division of Community Services
FROM:
Attention: Social Services Transportation
Ruth Ann Jantzen, Deputy Clerk ~j.
Febroary 18, 1999
DATE:
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On January 13, 1999, the Board of County Commissioners granted approval and
authorized execution of an Agreement between Monroe County and the Guidance Clinic
of the Middle Keys, serving as the Community Transportation Coordinator for the State
of Florida.
Enclosed please find a fuUy executed copy of the above Agreement for return to
the Guidance Clinic.
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H you have any questions concerning the above, please do not hesitate to contact
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THIS CONTRACT is entered into between the COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION
COORDINA TOR, Guidance Clinic of the ~tiddle ~s
designated pLlrsUant to Chapter 427, F.S., to serve the transpoltation disadvantaged for
the cUllllllunlty that includes the entire urea of tvnnrnP COunty(ies), and
hereinafter referred to as the "Coordinator" and 1V1nnr,""", rOllnty 'Ro:>...ry 0& rr"\l1n~T
Coomissioners , hereinafter referred to as the "AgencY/Operator".
The terms and conditions of this Contract ure effective January 1. 1999 and will
continue through December 31. 1999
WHEREAS, the Coordinator is required, under Rule 41-2, F.A.C., Contractual
Arrangements, to provide and/or fonteI' into subcontracts ~'lhere cost effective and
efficient or to broker transportation services to transportation operators; and
WHEREAS, transportation disadvantaged funds includes any local government, state or
federal funds that are for the transportation of transportation disadvantaged; and
WHEREAS, the Coordinator desires to Contract with the Agency/Operator for the
provislon of tnmsportatlon services for the transportation disadvantaged; and
WHEREAS, the Coordinator believes it to be in the public interest to provide such
transportation services through the Agency/Operator for the residents of the service area
who are clients of the Agency/Operator; and
WHEREAS, the AgenCY/Operator will pr'Jvide the Coordinator the opportunity to
develop a proposal for any new transportation services needed; and
WHEREAS, the Agency/Operator, in an effort to coordinate available resources; will
make avuilable trun~punation st:rvic~s to the Coordinator.
WHEREAS, this Contract allows for the provisions of transportation services be
prOVIded by the Agency/Operawr, in accordance with Chapter 427, F.S., Rule 41-2,
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NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants, promises and
representations herein, the parties agree as follows;
THE AGENCY/OPERATOR SHALL:
A. Provide services and vehicles according to the conditions specified in Attachment
1. Payment for services shall be made accordinq to attacJ-unent J..
B. Coordinate available resources and make available trans,portatioll ~rvices to the
Coordinator. Such services shall be proviaed in accordance with Attachment 1.
C. Every three (3) months, submit to the Coordinator a Quarterly Year to Date
Operating Report (from thl': Annual Operating Report) detailing demographic,
operational and financial data regarding coordination activities in the desIgnated
service area. 1m: rt:pun: shall be prepared on forms provided by the Commission
for the Transportation Disadvantaged, hereinafter CommiSSIon, and al,.;l,;ording to
the instructions for the forms.
D. Comply with audit and record keeping requirements b~ :
1. Utilizing the Commission recognized Chart of Accounts defined in the
Transportation Acco~ntin~ CQn,oni ~~n~~~~I_~n~form I',,";;o~ntin~ S)" stt II.
for Rural and SpeCIalIzed Transpunatl.:..._ ---I~Lr' ~unItorrn Q(,;\,;uuntlng
system) for all transportation disadvantaged accounting and reporting
purposes. Agencies/Operators WIth existing and equivalent accounting
systems are not required to adopt the Chart of Accounts In lIeu of their
existing Chart of Accounts but shall prepare all reports, invoil..:es, and fiscal
documents relating to the transportation disadvantaged functions and
activities using the chart of accounts and accounting definitions as outlined
in the above referenced manual.
2. Maintaining and filing with the Coordinator such progress, i1scal, inventory
and other reports as the Coordinator may require during tht: period of this
contract.
3. By reserving to the Coordinator, the right to conduct finance and
(;ompliance audits at any time. Such audits conducted by the Courdinator
will be at the expense of the Cooromator.
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E. Retain all financial records, supporting documents, statistical records. and any
other documents pertinent to this Agreement for a period of five (5) years after
termination of this Agreement. If an audit has been initiated and audit findings
have not been resolved at the end of the five (5) years, the records shall be retained
until resolution of the audit findings. The Agency/Operator sha1l assure that these
records shall be subject to inspection, review, or audit at all reasonable times by
persons duly authorized by {he Coordinator or Commission or this Agreement.
The Commission and the Coordinator shall have full access to and the right to
examine any of the records aQd documents during the retention period.
F. Comply with Safety Requirements hy:
1. Complying with Section 341.061, F.S., and Rule 14-90, F.A.C., concerning
System Safety or complying with Chapter 234.051, F.S., regarding school
bus safety requirements fo.r those services provided through a school board;
2. Assuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws, and Commission
policies relating to drug testing, and;
3. Complying with Coordinator's System Safety Program Plan (SSPP) for
designated service area.
G. Comply with Commission insurance requirements by maintaining at least
minimum liability insurance coverage in the amount of $1 00,000 for anyone
person and $200,000 per occurrence at all times during the existence of this
Contract. Upon the execution of this Contract, the Agency/Operator shall add the
Coordinator as an additional named insured to all insurance policies covering
vehicles transporting the transportation disadvantaged. In the event of any
cancellation or changes in the limits of liability in the insurance policy, the
insurance agent or broker shall notify the Coordinator. The Agency/Operator shall
furnish the Coordinator written verification of the existence of suchins..urance_
coverage prior to the execution of this Contract, or proof of a self
insurance program operated by the Agency/Operator. School board
vehicle insurance coverage shall be in accordance with Section
234.03, F.S. and 234.211, F.S. Insurance coverage in excess of $1
million per occurrence must be approved by the Coordio2tor and/or the
local Coordinating Board before inclusion in this contract or in the
justification of rates and fare structures, s. 41-2.006(1), FAC.
H. Safeguard infonnation by not using or disclosing any information concerning a
user of services under this Agreement for any pUrpose not in cunformity with the
local, state and federal regulations, including but not limited to 4: CFR, Part
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except upon order of a court of competent j urisdiction, written consent of the
recipient, or his/her responsible parent or guardian when authurized by law.
I. Protect Civil Rights by:
1. Complying with Title V] of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. The Agency/Operator gives
this assurance in consideration of and for the purpuse of obtaining federal
grants, loans, contracts (except contracts of insurance or guaranty),
property, discounts. or other federal financial assistance to programs or
activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial Clssistance and
agreeing to complete a Civil Rights Compliance Questionnaire if so
required by the Coordinator. Agency/Operator shall alsu assure compliance
with:
a. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C.
2000d et seq., which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race,
color, or national origin in programs and activities receIving or
benefiting from federal financial assistance.
b. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of) 973, as amended, 29 U.S,c.
794, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in
programs and activities receiving or benefiting from federal finanCIal
assistance.
c. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, 20
U ,S .C. 1681 et seq., which prohibits discrimination on the basi::. of
sex in education programs and activities receiving or bendlting from
federal financial assistance.
d. The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 6101 et
seq., which prohibits discrimination on the baSIS of age in progl dillS
or activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial assistance.
e. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981, P.L. 97-35, whiCh
prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex and religion in programs
and acti'vities receiving or benefiting from federal financial
aSSIstance,
f. All regulations, guidelines, and standards lawfully adopte;., ,';-(jer tht:
above statutes.
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g. The Americans with Disabilities Act of I Y9U, as It may be amended
from time to time.
2. Agreeing that compliance with this assurance constitutes a condition of
continued receipt of or benefit from federal financial assistance, and that It
is binding upon the Agency/Operator, its successors. subcontractors,
transferees, and assignees for the period during which such assistance is
provided. Assuring tha,t operators, subcontractors. subgruntees, or others
with whom the Coordinator arranges to provide services or benefits to
participants or employees in cormection with any 01 its programs and
activities are not discriminating against those particIpants or employees in
violation of the above statutes, regulations, guidelines, and standards. In the
event of failure to comply, the Agency/Operator agrees that the Coordinator
may, at its discretion, seek a court order requiring compliance with the
terms of this assurance or seek other appropriate j uc.licwl or administratI ve
relief, to include assistance being terminated and flnther assistance being
denied.
J. Agency/Operator's obligatlOn to indemnify, defend, and pay for the defense or at
the Coordinator's option, to participate and associate v,/ith the C ourcJinulOr in tht
defense and trail of any claim and any related settlement negotiations, shall be
triggered by the Coordinator's notice of claim for indemnl ficatioll to the
Agency/Operator. Agency/Operator's inability to evaluate llabillly or its
evaluation of liability shall not excuse the Agency/Openllur's dULY to defend and
indemnify within seven days after such notice by the COu/'U111alUI is given by
registered mail. Only an adjudication or judgement after the highest appeal is
exhausted specifically finding the Coordinator solely negligent shall excuse
performance of this provision by the Agency/Operator. Agency/Operator shall
pay all costs and fees related to this obligation and its enforcement by the
Coordinator. The Coordinator's failure to notify Agency/Operator of a claim shall
not release Agency/Operator of the above duty to defend.
K Comply with all standards and performance requirements of the.
1. The Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged (Attachment II);
2. The I09al Coordinating Board approved Transportation Disadvantaged
ServIce Plan ana;
3. Any entities that purchase service.
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Failure to meet the requirements or obligations set forth in this Comract, and
performance requirements established and monitored by the Coordinating Board
in the approved Transpurtation Disadvantaged Service Plan shall be due ~au~e tOI
non-payment of reimbursement invoices until such deficiencies have been
addressed or corrected to the satisfaction of the Coordinator.
L. Provide Corrective Action. A corrective action notice is a written notice to the
Agency/Operator that the Agency/Operator is in breach of certain provisions of
this Contract and that correction is required. Any corrective actiun notice will
specify a reasonable time for corrective action to be completed. The
Agency/Operator agrees ~o implement the Corrective Action specified in the
notice and provide written documentation to substantiate the implementation of
the Corrective Action.
M. All contracts, subcontracts. coordination contracts will he ce.yjewed annuall;t b}
the Coordinator and local Coordinating Board [or conformance wah the
requirements of this Contract.
N. Retu,rn to the Coordinator any overpayments due to unearned funds or funds
disallowed pursuant to the terms of this Contract that were disbursed to the
Agency/Operator by the Coordinator. The Agency/Op,erator shall return any
overpayment within thirty (30) calendar days after either discovery by the
Agency/Operator, or notification of the Agency/Operator by the Coordinator or
entity purchasing transportation, whichever is earlier. In the event that the
Courdinator first discovers an overpayment has been made, the Coordinator will
notify the AgencY/Operator by letter of such a finding. Should repayment not be
made in a timely maMer, the Coordinator or purchasing entity will charge imerest
after thirty (30) calendar days after the date of notification or discovery, or the
Coordinator will deduct said amount from future invoices.
O. In performing this Contract, the Agency/Operator shall not discriminate against
any employee or applicant for employment because of race, age, disability, creed,
color, sex or national origin. Such action shall include, but not be limned to, the
fOllowing; employment ~pgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or
recruitment advertising; layoff or termInation; rates of payor other forms of
compensation; and selection for training, lncluding apprenticeship. The
AgenCY/Operator shall insert the for~going provision modified only to show the
particular l:Ontraclual relationship in allll:> l:UntracIS in connection With the
development of operation of the Contract, except Contracts for the standard
commercial supplies or raw materials, and shall require all such COntractors to
insen a similar provlSlon In slIbcuntracts relating to the performance of this
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The Agency/Operator shall post, in conspicuous places available to employees and
applicants for employment for Project work, notices setting forth the provisions of
the nondiscrimination clause.
P. By execution of this Contract, the Agency/Operator represents that it has not paid
and, also, agrees not to pay, any bonus or commission for the purpose of obtaining
an approval of its application for the financing hereunder. Funds disbursed to the
Agency/Operator under this Contract shall not be expended for the purpose of
lobbying the Legislature, the judicial branch, or a state agency.
THE COORDINATOR SHALL:
A. Recognize the Agency/Operator as described in Chapter 427, F .S., and Rule 41-2,
F.A.C.
B. Insure that entities with transportation disadvantaged funds will purchase
transportation disadvantaged services through the coordinated system.
C. At a minimum, annually monitor the Agency/Operator for insunmce, safety and
reporting requirements, pursuant to Chapter 427, F.S., and Rule 4] -2, F.A.C. Tht:
information contained in the Annual Operating Report must be collected, at a
minimum, ~quarterly from the Agency/Operator.
THE OPERATOR AND COORDINATOR FURTHER AGREE:
A. Nothing in the Contract shall require the Coordinator to observe or enforce
compliance with any provision thereof, perform any other act or do any other
thing in contravention of any applicable state law. If any provision of the Comract
is found by a court of law to violate any applicable state law, the purchasing entity
will at once notify the Coordinator in writing in order that appropriate changes and
modification may be made by the Coordinator and the Agency/Operator to the end
that the Agency/Operator may proceed as soon as possible with the provision of
transportation services.
B. If any part or provision of-this Contract is held invalid, the remainder of this
Contract shall be binding on the parties hereto.
C. Tennination Conditions:
1. Termination at Will - This Contract may be terminated by either pun:y upon
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no less than thirty (30) days notice, without cause. Said notice shall be
delivered by certified mail, return receipt required, or in person with proof
of delivery.
2. Termination due to Lack of Designation - In the event that the Coordinator
so designated by the local Coordinating Board and approved by the
Commission, loses its desIgnation, this contract is terminated immediately
upon notification to the Agency/Operator. Notice shall be delivered by
certified mail, return receipt requested, or in person, with proof of delivery.
Notice shall be effective upon receipt.
3. Termination due to Disapproval of Memorandum of Agreement _ In the
event that the Commission does not accept and approve any contracted
transportation rates listed within the Memorandum of Agreement, this
Contract is terminated immediately upon notification to the
Agency/Operator. Notice shall be delivered by certified mail. return receIpt
requested, or in person, with proof of delivery. Notice shall be effective
upon receipt.
4. Termination due to Lack of Funds - In the event funds to fInance this
contract become unavailable, the Coordinator may terminate the CUf1lract
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with no less than twenty-four (24) hours written notice to the
Agency/Operator. Notice shall be delivered by certified mail, return receipt
requested, or in person, with proof of delivery. Notice shall be effective
upon receipt. The Coordinator shall be the final authority as to the
availability of funds.
S. Termination for Breach - Unless the Agency/Operatorls breach is waived by
the Coordinator in writing, the Coordinator may, by written notice to the
Agency/Operator, terminate this Contract upon nu ie~s than twenty-four
(24) hours notice. Notice shall be delivered by certified mad. return receIpt
requested, or in person with proof of delivery. Waiver by the Coordinator
of breach of any provision of this Contract shall not be deemed to be a
waiver of any other breach and shal~not be construed to be a modificatIOn
of the terms of this Contract, and shall not act as a waiver or estoppel to
enforcement of any provision of this Contract. The provisions hereIn do nUL
limit the Coordinator's right to remedIes at law or to damages.
6. Upon receipt of a notice of termination of this Contract for any reason, the
Agency/Operator shall cease service and prepare all final reports and
documents required by the terms of this Contract. A final invoice shall be
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sent to the Coordinator within thirty (30) days after the termInation of this
Contract.
D. Renegotiations or Modifications of this Contract shall only be valid when they
have been reduced to writing, duly approved by the Coordinator, and signed by
both parties hereto.
E. Agency/Operator shaIl assign no portion of this Contract without the prior written
consent of the Coordinator.
F. This Contract is the entire agreement between the parties.
G. Attachments I and II are an integral part of the Contract and are hereby
incorporated by reference into this Contract. All subsequent attachments are of an
optional nature.
H, Notice and Contact:
The. name and address of the contract manager for the Coordinator for this
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The representative/position of the Agency/Operator responsible for adminIStratIOn
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Arlministrator.. TransPOrtation
M:>nroe County Transportation
5100 College Road, PSB, Hiner III
Key west, Florida 33040
In the event that different representatIves are designated by eIther party after
execution of this Contract, notice of the name and address of tht: new
representative will be rendered in writIng to the other party and said notification
attached to originals of this Contract.
This contract and its attachments contain all the terms and conditions agreed upon by the
parties hereto.
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WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused these presents to be
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AGENCY /OPERA TOR:
COM~1UNITY
TRANSPORTATION
COORDINATOR
l'bnroe County BOard of County CCmnissionerSGlli (lanrp ("1 i ni (' of the Middle Keys
(Agency/Operator Name) (Coordinator Name)
Wilhelmina Harvey, Mayor
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AGENCY/OPERATOR CONTRACT
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
1. The Agency/Operator will be able to provide:
(Type of Service - ambulatory, non-ambulatory, stretcher)
Ambulatory and wheelchair service, paratransit
2. The Agency/Operator will be available to provide transportation
(Days and Hours of availability)
l'bnday through Friday 8: 00 N1 to 5: JO PH
Days Agency/Operator will not be able to provide services;
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(Holidays and other days not available)
Services will not be provided on Saturday and SUnday, or County holidays.
3. Vehicles Agency/Operator will use to transport all passengers
(Vehicle Inventory attached)
See attached.
4. VehiclelEquipment Standards (if any)
(Identify standards such as functioning air conditions/heating, grab raiis,
stanchions, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, adequate communication equipment)
Vehicles were purchased w~th DaL'atran~~t specifi~ations and include
e0u~pment options deemed necessary tor that serv~ce.
S. Driver Requirements' (if any)
(Identify requirements of drivers such as .current license, vision, dress, specialized
training, relationship with ripers - provide assistance, physical contact,
communication)
. d ub-dr'vers are required to have a mL B Driver's License with
Dr~vers an s 1 .., red to
airbrake and passenger endor?ements. Dr~vers/sub-dr~vers are requ~
pass physicals and drug tests.
6. Training
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(Identify required training of all personnel, including drivers, reservations, etc.
AIso,provide how often this tra~ning is required and how it will be provided to
operator's employees).
Drivers and sub-drivers are trained prior to releasing to drive.
t't'aining usually takes about two weeks.
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7. Agency/Operator' fare structure
(Identify fare structure and what services are eligible and ineligible)
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5 70 r trip plus $.31 per mile when trips are five or morE~ miles
io~ a~ non-medicaid trip dispatched by the CTC entIty.
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BilIinglInvoicing and Reimbursement procedure for Agency/Operator.
(When, how often, what reports if any should be submitted)
Will provide detailed invoice to ere weekly.
9. Rep0l1ing Requirements
(Include all Requirements of Commission, Coordinator, Local Coordinating Board
and any Entities purchasing transportation.)
will canply with all requirerents.
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A TT ACHMENT II
The Commission for the Transportation Disadvamaged
Standards and Performance Requirements
Pursuant to Rule 41-2.006, Florida Administrative Code, the Community Transportation
Coordinator and any Transpol1ation Operator/Agency from whom service is purchased
or arranged by the Community Transponation Coordinator shall adhere to Commission
approved standards. These standards shall include:
(a) Drug and alcohol testing for safety sensitive job positions within the coordinated
system regarding pre-employment, randomization, post-accident, and reasonable
suspicion as required by the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal
Transit Administration;
(b) An escort ofa passenger and dependent children are to be transported as locally
negotiated and identified in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan;
(c) Chi19 restraint devices shall be determined locally as to their use, responsibility,
and cost of such device in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan,
(d) Passenger property that can be carried by the passenger and/or driver in one trip
and can belsafely be stowed on the vehicle, shall be allowed to be transported with
the passenger at no additional charge. Additional requirements may be negotiated
for carrying and loading rider property beyond this amount. Passenger property
does not include wheelchairs, child seats, stretchers, secured oxygen, personal
assistive devices, or intravenous devices;
(e) Vehicle transfer points shall provide shelter, security, and safety of passengers;
(f) A local toll free phone number for complaints or grievances shall be posted inside
the vehicle. The local complamt process shall be outlined as a section in the local
Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan including; ,;;(ivlsing the dissatisiil;:o
person about the Commjssion's Ombudsman Program ,1:.> a. step wIthin the process
as approved by the local Coordinating Board;
(g) Out of service area trips shal1 be provided when determ'ned local1y and approved
by the local Coordinating Board, eXt:~pt 111 Hl.stQ1H';t;:~ V,):t';'l;j lUI.:UJ (Jrdln~nces
prohibit such trips;
(h)
Interior of all vehicles shall be free from dirt, grimel ci
damaged or broken seats, protruding metal or other o~.
could soil items placed in the vehicle or provide disc.::.
""sh, torn upholstery,
J; Ulatena!s which
: C,';' the Dassenger~
(I) Billing requirements of the Community Transpoltation Coordinator to
subcontractors shall be determined locally by the local Coordinating Board and
provided in the IUl:al Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan. All bills shall
be paid within 15 calendar days to subcuntractors, after receIpt of said payment by
the Community Transportation Coordinator, except in instances where the
Community Transportation Coordinator is a non-governmental entity;
U) Passenger/trip data base must be maintained or accessible by the Community
Transportation Coordinator on each rider being transported WIthin the system;
(k) Adequate seating for paratransit services shall be provided to each rider and
escort, child, or personal care attendant, and no more passengers than the
registered passenger seating capacity shall be scheduled or transpurted in a vehIcle
at any time. For transit services provided by transit vehicles, adequate seating or
standing space will be provided to each rider and escort, child, or personal care
attendant, and no more passengers than the registered passenger seating or
standing capacity shall be scheduled or transponed in a vehicle at any time;
(1) Driv~rs for paratransit services, inclUding coordination contractors, shall be
required to announce and identify themselves by name and company in a marUler
that is conducive to communications with the specific passenger, upon pickup of
each rider, group of riders. or represemau\e, guardian, or assuciaLe uithe nder.
except in situations where the driver regularly transports the rider on a recurring
basis. Each driver must have photo identification that is in view of the pass~nger.
Name patches, inscriptions or badges that affix to driver clothing are acceptable.
For transit services, the driver photo identification shall be in a conspicuous
location in the vehicle;
(m) The paratransit driver shall provide the passenger with boarding assistance, if
necessary or requested, to the seating portion of the vehicle. The boarding
assistance shall include opening the vehicle door, fastening the seat belt or
utilization of wheel chair securement devices, storage of mobility assistive
devices! and closing the vehicle door. In certain paratransit servIce categories. the
driver may also be required to open and close doors to buildings, except in
situations in \}!hich assistance in opening;closing building doors would not be safe
for passeng{;'r~ remaining on the vehicle. Assisted access must be in a dignified
manner. Drivers may not assist wheelchair up or down more than one step. unless
it can be perf(';med safely as detennined by the passenger, gUardian, and dnver,
(n) All vehicles l~'r;Jered or put into service after adoption of this St:ClIun ot the KUJe,
and providi~,,! ~;~:rvice within the coordinated system, shall be;: t:yuipped with two-
way comm1,:-.. '., ';!ons in good wurking order and be audible to the driver at all
times to th. -;, :, All vehicles tl1,H dre /lUl t:quiDp~d with two-W8.Y
communications shall have two years to be in compliance atter the adoption date
of this section of the Rule;
(0) All vehicles ordered or put into service after the adoption of this section of the
Rule, and providing service within the coordinated system. shall have working air
conditioners and heaters in each vehicle. Vehicles that do nOl have a working alr
conditioner or heater will be sc'heduled for repair or replacement as soon as
possible. All vehicles tlHll are not equipped \vith an air conditioner and/or heater
shall have two years to be in compliance after the adoption date of this section of
the Rule;
(r) First Aid shall be determined locally and provided in the local Transportation
Disadvantaged Service Plan; and
(s) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation shall be determined locally and provided in the
local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.