Survey of Laws and Regulations of Airport Commercial Ground Transportation (2008)

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18 ARIZONA Statewide Regulations The State of Arizona generally regulates commercial transportation within the state. The transportation sections of the Arizona Code may be found at Ariz. Rev. Code tit. 28. Contact the Secretary of State for specific information regarding licensing and registration at (520) 628-6583 or online at http://www.azsos.gov/public_services/. Arizona—Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) Overview PHX is owned and operated by the City of Phoenix. All major airport decisions are made by the City Council and Mayor with the advice of the Phoenix Aviation Advisory Board. Rules and regulations can be found in the City Municipal Code and the Airport Rules and Regulations. The primary source of regulation at PHX is the Airport Ground Transportation Manual. This manual is developed by the City Aviation Director in conjunction with the Commercial Ground Transportation Rules and Regulations of the City Code. Phoenix, Ariz., Municipal Code ch. 4 § 4-83 (2007). The manual is updated quarterly and is meant to be a guideline for commercial operators. PHX is a closed system. Local PHX Ground Transportation Manual.—The manual outlines rules, regulations, and procedures for different types of commercial transportation, including taxicabs, limousines, shuttle buses, courtesy vehicles, VIP transportation, and scheduled ground transportation services. Regulation is essentially standardized amongst the different types of ground transportation. Manual pp. 11–91 (2007). Driver Regulations Rules for drivers cover permit requirements, conduct, and operating rules. Drivers must be appropriately licensed and carry the necessary insurance. Operator Rules Rules for operators include fare restrictions, customer complaints, operations, and facility use. The airport requires background checks and performs regular vehicle inspections in accordance with FMCSA standards. Dispatching Dispatching procedures are regulated by the manual. Vehicles must be dispatched according to airport guidelines, and transportation companies must comply with airport rules regarding permits, record keeping, and operations. Permit Requirements All operators must secure a permit and display a decal before beginning operations at the airport.

19 Notice of Violation Rules and Procedures Procedures The City Code and Airport Rules give specific procedures for reporting, documenting, notifying, and punishing rule violations. Phoenix, Ariz., Municipal Code ch. 4 § 4-2 (2007). Notice Requirements Authorized city or airport employees may issue Notices of Violation (NOV). Drivers that accumulate several NOVs within a specific timespan may be suspended or lose their airport driving privileges. Phoenix, Ariz., Notice of Violation Rules and Procedures §§ 2-4 (2004). Appeals When a permit is revoked, there is an automatic appeal. All other rulings may be appealed with a prompt filing. Phoenix, Ariz., Notice of Violation Rules and Procedures §§ 4-7 (2004). City Municipal Code The manual and other airport rules generally mirror the City Municipal Code. In some instances the manual only refers to the code without citing its provision. The code explains a permit and decal fee schedule, and it outlines the minimum and maximum fares the transporters can charge to and from designated municipal zones. Phoenix, Ariz., Municipal Code ch. 4 §§ 4-78, 4-83 (2007). Federal Jurisdiction Vehicles carrying passengers with immediate prior or subsequent movement by air and staying within a 25-mi radius of PHX are exempt from FMCSA regulations. 49 C.F.R. § 372.117 (2007). Transportation within the municipal limits of Phoenix is exempt. 49 U.S.C.S. § 13506 (2007). Contact Information General Information (602) 273-3300 Ariz. Department of Weights and Measures (602) 255-5211 Ariz. Department of Motor Vehicles (602) 255-0072 Arizona—Tucson International Airport (TUS) Overview TUS is owned and operated by the Tucson Airport Authority (TAA). TAA Rules govern all conduct at TUS. The TAA Commercial Ground Transportation Rules and Regulations are an additional set of rules given to commercial operators. TUS is a semi-closed system.

20 Local Tucson Airport Authority Rules (2005) § 7.5—All commercial vehicle operators must have an airport permit before operating at TUS. § 7.7—All commercial vehicles must be licensed, registered, and inspected. Tucson Airport Authority Commercial Ground Transportation Rules and Regulations Cited as: TAA Ground Transp. Rules § x.x (2007). Registration and Permits Operators must provide extensive documentation to the Permit Office. Among other requirements, operators must show insurance coverage, proof of vehicle inspections, and title. TAA Ground Transp. Rules §§ 3, 5 (2007). Drivers shall ensure that permits are clearly displayed at all times. TAA Ground Transp. Rules § 4 (2007). Vehicles shall comply with TAA safety and equipment requirements. TAA Ground Transp. Rules §§ 9, 10 (2007). Operators must submit their vehicles to the TAA for regular inspections. TAA Ground Transp. Rules § 11 (2007). Standards of Conduct Permit holders must comply with airport standards of conduct. TAA Ground Transp. Rules § 6 (2007). Operators and drivers have general duties to transport all members of the general public with knowledge and skill. Id. Taxicabs Only authorized vehicles are permitted, and operators must enter into an operating agreement with the authority. Drivers may not solicit passengers, and must comply with general commercial conduct rules. TAA Ground Transp. Rules § 6.9 (2007). Shared Ride Service Drivers may not solicit passengers, and must comply with general commercial conduct rules. TAA Ground Transp. Rules § 7 (2007). The airport mandates certain levels of service. For instance, operators must provide service

21 within a certain radius of the airport, accept prepayment, and have a full-time reservation system. TAA Ground Transp. Rules § 7 (2007). Limousines Drivers may not solicit passengers and must comply with general commercial conduct rules. TAA Ground Transp. Rules § 8 (2007). The airport mandates certain levels of service. For instance, vehicles must meet certain quality standards, and operators must accept prepayment and have a full-time reservation system. TAA Ground Transp. Rules § 8 (2007). Violations Depending on the violation, the TAA may fine or suspend permit holders immediately or with reasonable notice. TAA Ground Transp. Rules §§ 13.1-13.5 (2007). In cases of revocation, permit holders are entitled to an administrative hearing with the President/CEO of the authority. TAA Ground Transp. Rules § 13.5 (2007). Federal Jurisdiction Vehicles carrying passengers with immediate prior or subsequent movement by air and staying within a 25-mi radius of TUS are exempt from FMCSA regulations. 49 C.F.R. § 372.117 (2007). Transportation within the municipal limits of Tucson is exempt. 49 U.S.C.S. § 13506 (2007). In addition, the FMCSA has designated an additional exempt zone: (a) The municipality of Tucson, Ariz., itself. (b) All points within a line drawn 5 miles beyond the corporate limits of Tucson, Ariz. (c) All points in that area south of the line described in a paragraph (b) of this section, bounded by a line as follows: Beginning at the point where the line described in paragraph (b) of this section, intersects Wilmot Road, thence south along Wilmot Road to junction Nogales Old Vail Connection, thence west along Nogales Old Vail Connection, actual or extended, to the Santa Cruz River, thence north along the east bank of the Santa Cruz River to its joinder with the line described in paragraph (b) of this section. (d) All of any municipality any part of which is within the limits of the combined areas defined in paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section. (e) All of any municipality wholly surrounded, or so surrounded except for a water boundary, by the city of Tucson or by any municipality included under the terms of paragraph (d) of this section. 40 C.F.R. 399 app. F (2007). Contact Information General Information (520) 573-8000 Administration (520) 573-8100 Media Relations (520) 573-4868 Ground Transportation (520) 573-8374