Title
Adoption of Resolution Appointing Michael Roush as a Qualified Examiner to Conduct Administrative Hearings for Parking Violations in Accordance with the California Vehicle Code. (Public Works 26541643)
Body
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Jennifer Ott, City Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Alameda (City) is responsible for the management of on-street parking, curbside space, and multiple parking lot and structured parking facilities. California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 40215 and Alameda Municipal Code (AMC) Section 8-12 allow for the ability to contest a parking citation, provided the citation was issued in error. If the citation holder is dissatisfied with the results of this first level review, said individual may proceed in requesting an administrative hearing of the violation. CVC Section 40215 establishes criteria and levels of training and experience for Qualified Examiners to conduct those administrative hearings. Further, CVC Section 40215 allows the issuing agency's governing body to approve relevant experience as a substitute for training and recognize training completed in the last five years when appointing a Qualified Examiner. Staff recommends that City Council appoint Michael Roush as a Qualified Examiner to conduct administrative hearings for parking violations, in light of his relevant experience and training.
BACKGROUND
The City is responsible for the management of on-street parking, curbside space, and multiple parking lot and structured parking facilities. Over the past decade, City Council adopted a variety of plans, policies, and goals to address transportation and parking management. Achieving many of these goals requires a well-designed and consistently operated parking enforcement program.
DISCUSSION
Overview of Contesting Parking Citation
CVC Section 40215 and AMC 8-12 allow individuals to contest a parking citation if they believe they have been issued in error. The initial review of ...
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