Code Reviser’s Note: The findings stated with Ord. 903 are:

WHEREAS, the City of Madras (“City”) has all powers that the constitutions, statutes, and common law of the United States and Oregon expressly or impliedly grant or allow City; and

WHEREAS, ORS 221.485 affirms that political subdivisions of Oregon may regulate taxicabs and other vehicles for hire; and

WHEREAS, City has authority to regulate vehicles for hire, and is committed to doing so in a way that seeks to provide for safe, fair, and efficient transportation options for City residents and visitors; and

WHEREAS, City desires to (a) accommodate all vehicle for hire businesses, including, without limitation, transportation network companies (“TNCs”), and (b) provide consistent standards for vehicle for hire operation in City, including, without limitation, public protection measures and insurance requirements; and

WHEREAS, City recognizes the importance of having consistent regional standards for vehicles for hire and therefore desires to adopt regulations that are compatible with those of neighboring jurisdictions; and

WHEREAS, the Madras City Council (the “Council”) desires to reasonably regulate vehicle for hire operations in an effort to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.