Applications for ambulance franchise shall be processed in the following manner:
(A) The Permit Officer shall develop and make available a document setting forth the information to be included in the official request for proposal (RFP) to provide ambulance service to the city.
(B) Applications shall be delivered to the Permit Officer by the first Monday in April of the year the existing franchise expires.
(C) The following documents shall accompany the application:
(1) Evidence that all vehicles proposed to be used have been properly licensed and inspected by the State of California; and
(2) Evidence that each employee possesses a valid certificate or license as required by state laws and regulations, this chapter and the Medical Director.
(D) Applications will be reviewed by the Permit Officer, who shall recommend the award of franchise to the City Council during the first Council meeting in May. Council shall schedule a public hearing for their second meeting in May.
(E) During the second meeting in May, the Council shall conduct a public hearing and award the franchise.
(F) The term of this exclusive franchise, which shall become effective July 1, shall be for the period of five years, unless sooner terminated, and shall be subject to the right of the city to terminate, alter or amend the franchise at any time, as hereinafter provided.
(1995 Code, § 7.40.070) (Ord. 96-1786, passed - -1996)