In addition to those duties specified in other sections of this chapter, the MBE Officer and such other employees as are necessary shall implement and enforce this chapter in accordance with the duties listed hereunder. The duties of the MBE Officer shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) Developing, monitoring implementation of and providing continuing evaluation of the City's MBE/DBE Program.
(b) The MBE Officer shall be responsible for the administration of this chapter and shall, consistent with the terms and policies of this chapter, provide such assistance as is necessary and appropriate to help contractors comply with the provisions of this chapter. In the event the MBE Officer has reason to believe that a contractor is not in compliance with this ordinance, the MBE Officer shall communicate such concerns to the City Manager and obtain the advice and instructions from the City Manager prior to proceeding with any corrective actions or actions to enforce the provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 94-106. Passed 4-5-94.)
(d) Compile and maintain a directory identifying MBE's and DBE's by name, address and other designations deemed appropriate by the MBE Officer. Each such business enterprise shall be classified in the directory as a MBE and/or DBE. The directory shall be updated at least annually and shall be made available in the office of the MBE Officer for review by bidders.
(e) Assisting in securing management and technical assistance resources for MBE's and DBE's.
(f) Publicizing business opportunities with the City suitable for MBE or DBE participation including, but not limited to, those involving the use of funds provided by HUD, UMTA, DOT and FAA.
(g) Assisting MBE's and DBE's in locating resources to aid in bidding on City contracts and subcontracts by planning and/or participating in training sessions, workshops, seminars, etc. This assistance includes pre-bid and pre-construction meetings to explain MBE/DBE requirements.
(h) Monitoring the subcontracting practices of contractors to ensure continued compliance with this chapter.
(i) Receiving and reviewing all rules and regulations issued by the State of Ohio or the Federal government relevant to contract compliance, and assuring that the City is conforming to those rules and regulations applicable to the City.
(j) Investigating complaints of discrimination against MBE's and DBE's by City contractors.
(Ord. 90-478. Passed 8-28-90.)