(a) Assigned employees operating or using City-owned vehicles shall be subject to the following regulations:
(1) Employees operating City vehicles are required to have a proper and valid motor vehicle operator's license in accordance with the type of City vehicle the employee operates. Employees shall not use or permit the use of a City vehicle for any purpose other than official business. Employees shall not permit family members or friends to ride in City-owned vehicles, unless specifically authorized by a department head; and
(2) An employee who operates a City-owned vehicle must exercise caution and responsibility and adhere to sound safety regulations. Traffic fines or arrests for illegal or improper use of vehicles are the sole responsibilities of the employee. Reckless or destructive operation of vehicles are grounds for disciplinary action.
(3) If an employee's license is suspended or revoked for any reason they must report it to their immediate supervisor or City Manager immediately.
(b) It is the employee's responsibility to report needed vehicle repairs or maintenance and/or any malfunctions to the employer or designee.
(Ord. 2453. Passed 4-10-95; Ord. 3263. Passed 11-25-19.)