Pedicab Ordinance Orange County Convention Center August 23, 2016

Presentation Outline  Background  Current OCCC Permit Process  Why we need an Ordinance  Best Practices Research  Key Ordinance Provisions  Next Steps

Presentation Outline  Background  Current OCCC Permit Process  Why we need an Ordinance  Best Practices Research  Key Ordinance Provisions  Next Steps

Background  OCCC established permit process (2009) – Provide standards for pedicab operation – On Convention Center property – Improve guest experience

Background  I-Drive Area Stakeholder Concerns – Operational – Safety  Internal/External Stakeholder Discussions County Attorney’s Office Convention Center OC Sheriff’s Office Public Works Code Enforcement Planning I-Drive Business Improvement District I-Drive Resort Area Chamber of Commerce ETC of Central Florida Plaza International

Presentation Outline  Background  Current OCCC Permit Process  Why we need an Ordinance  Best Practice Research  Key Ordinance Provisions  Next Steps

Current OCCC Permit Process  $50 Permit Application Fee  Permit Requirements – Background Check completed by OCSO – Proof of Insurance Policy Property/Personal protection minimums Each pedicab and driver listed on policy – Proof of Business Tax Receipt

Current OCCC Permit Process  Inspection of Vehicles – Working headlight and taillights – Operable bell or horn – Test brakes and tires  Operating Procedures – Drivers must wear ID badge – Operate from designated areas – Solicitation of fare is strictly prohibited

Presentation Outline  Background  Current OCCC Permit Process  Why we need an Ordinance  Best Practices Research  Key Ordinance Provisions  Next Steps

Why We Need an Ordinance Current Standards – OCCC

Why We Need an Ordinance Does not address all safety concerns Safety Concerns

Why We Need an Ordinance 2 Person Unit 4 Person Unit OvercrowdingOvercrowding

Why We Need an Ordinance Heavy Pedestrian Traffic High Volume Roadways EnforcementEnforcement

Presentation Outline  Background  Current OCCC Process  Why we need an Ordinance  Best Practices Research  Key Ordinance Provisions  Outstanding Issues

Best Practices Research Ordinance Prohibiting Pedicabs Las Vegas, NV Miami Beach, FL Orlando, FL Gainesville, FL Austin, TX Denver, CO Oklahoma City, OK Minneapolis, MN San Diego, CA Tampa, FL Clearwater, FL Boston, MA Indianapolis, IN Kansas City, MS New York City, NY Washington, DC

Best Practices Research  Define Pedicab-friendly streets  Use of Pedicabs on sidewalks  Passenger Capacity  Maximum Pedicab Sizes  Use of Driver Assist  Driver background and Uniformity

Presentation Outline  Background  Current OCCC Permit Process  Why we need an Ordinance  Best Practices Research  Key Ordinance Provisions  Next Steps

Key Ordinance Provisions  Definitions  Vehicle Regulations  Driver Regulations  Enforcement

Key Ordinance Provisions  Defines a Pedicab  A non-motorized vehicle for hire  Prohibits use of driver assist  Defines “Program Administrator”  I-Drive Business Improvement District  Sets district boundaries DefinitionsDefinitions

Key Ordinance Provisions  Permit must be visible  Requires liability insurance policy  Requires all fares be displayed  Must meet size & body type restrictions  Must have all required safety equipment  Company name must be displayed Vehicle Regulations

Key Ordinance Provisions  Must be 21 years of age or older  Requires a valid FL driver’s license  Consent to background check  Affidavit stating any convictions  Federal and National Database Search  Must adhere to driver code of conduct  Required safety and dress requirements Driver Regulations

Key Ordinance Provisions  Enforcing Agencies  Orange County Sheriff’s Office  Orange County Code Enforcement  Program Administrator  Notice of Violation  Description of Violation  Right to hearing within 60 days  May result of suspension of permit EnforcementEnforcement

Presentation Outline  Background  Current OCCC Permit Process  Why we need an Ordinance  Best Practices Research  Key Ordinance Provisions  Next Steps

Next Steps  Administrative Considerations – Permit Fee – Application & hearing process  Pedicab Owner/Operator Outreach  Draft Ordinance Review  BCC Public Hearing

Pedicab Ordinance Orange County Convention Center August 23, 2016