§ 10:406. Qualifications for permit.

In determining whether a permit shall be issued, the city administration through the mayor-president or his/her designee shall give weight and due regard, among other things, to:

(1)

The probable permanence and quality of the service offered by the applicant, including, but not limited to, proof of financial responsibility and the establishment and maintenance of the bona fide office from which the service is offered.

(2)

The experience that the applicant has had in rendering services in the parish and the past experience of the applicant in payment of any judgments, arising out of the operation of such vehicles.

(3)

Whether the applicant is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS).

(4)

The financial ability of the applicant to respond to damages.

(5)

Whether insurance as required by this chapter has been secured.

(6)

The character and condition of the vehicles to be used, determined after inspection as required by this chapter.

(7)

Whether all requirements of this chapter and all other applicable laws and ordinances have been complied with.

(8)

Whether the public convenience and necessity require the proposed additional ambulance service as determined by the city administration through the mayor-president or his designee.

(Ord. No. 9234, 2-13-91; Ord. No. 10999, § 4, 10-22-97; Ord. No. 15285, § 1, 3-28-12; Ord. No. 16880, § 1, 8-8-18)