A. Each driver shall carry each passenger to his/her destination by only the most direct and accessible route.
B. Each taxicab shall have all permits issued by OCTAP conspicuously displayed according to the standards established by OCTAP and adopted by resolution of the City Council.
C. Each taxicab shall have the following information continuously posted in a prominent location in the taxicab passenger's compartment according to the standards established by OCTAP and adopted by resolution of the City Council:
1. A schedule of rates and charges for the hire of said taxicab;
2. The driver's name and address;
3. The owner's name, address and telephone number;
4. The taxicab identification number;
5. The driver's permit issued pursuant to this chapter;
6. The taxicab vehicle permit issued pursuant to this chapter; and
7. Any other information required by the city.
D. A driver shall give a receipt for the amount charged upon the request of the person paying the fare.
E. A taxicab shall be operated only if the passenger compartment is kept in a clean and sanitary condition.
F. A driver shall not leave his or her taxicab to solicit passengers.
G. The name or trade name of the owner and the number by which the taxicab is designated shall be printed, stamped or stenciled conspicuously on the outside of each taxicab according to the standards established by OCTAP and adopted by resolution of the City Council.
(Ord. 1001, passed 11-18-97)