No franchise shall be issued under this chapter, nor shall such franchise be valid after issuance, nor shall any service vehicles be operated in the county unless the franchisee has at all times in force and effect either insurance coverage, issued by an insurance company licensed to do business in the state for every vehicle owned and/or operated by or for the service providing for the payment of damages:
(A) In the minimum sum of $1,000,000 for injury to or death of individuals in accidents resulting from any cause for which the owner of said vehicle would be liable on account of liability imposed on him or her by law, regardless of whether the vehicle was being driven by the owner or his or her agent; and
(B) In the minimum sum of $1,000,000 for the loss of or damage to the property of another, including personal property, under like circumstances, in sums as may be required by the state or as approved by the county.
(Ord. passed 6-26-1997)