OCTAP

OCTAP Public Hearing Notice for April 24, 2008

 

What Is OCTAP?

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The Orange County Taxi Administration Program (OCTAP) is a regulatory program operated by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). Pursuant to California law, OCTAP regulates taxicab companies, taxicab drivers and vehicles on behalf of participating Orange County cities. OCTAP began operation in January 1998.

OCTAP Responsibilities

OCTAP issues taxicab business permits, driver permits and vehicle permits.

Taxicab Company Business Permits are issued after:

• Background investigation of company ownership
• Review of vehicle insurance
• Review of company business documents
• Payment of applicable fees

Taxicab Driver Permits are issued after:

• Criminal background and DMV investigation
• Annual drug and alcohol test
• Payment of applicable fees

Taxicab Vehicle Permits are issued after:

• A multi-point vehicle inspection
• Proof of insurance and vehicle ownership
• Payment of applicable fees

Two committees guide OCTAP policies. The OCTAP Steering Committee is comprised of one member from each participating city, a representative from the tourist industry, and two taxicab industry representatives. The Steering Committee guides OCTAP on policy issues. The OCTAP Public Safety Committee is comprised of a law enforcement representative from each participating city. The Safety Committee guides OCTAP on issues relevant to public safety. Both of these committees meet quarterly.

Contact Information
OCTAP Telephone Number: (949) 654-8294

OCTAP is located at:
11903 Woodbury Road, Garden Grove, CA 92863
(Off of Harbor Blvd between Trask Ave and Westminster Ave)