Ground transportation service requirements.
El Paso City Code § 14.16.405
in effect14.16.405 - Ground transportation service requirements.
A. A person commits an offense if he:
1. Performs ground transportation service at the airport without being authorized under a current, valid certificate of registration issued under Section 14.16.406 of this article; or
2. Performs transportation-for-hire service at the airport or operates a transportation-for-hire vehicle at the airport without current, valid transportation for hire operating authority under Title 6 of this Code; or
3. Violates the requirements of this Section 14.16.405.
B. All vehicles shall be no more than ten model years old. Further, the vehicle while in service shall be kept in a clean condition, free of foreign matter and of offensive odors. There shall be no litter in the vehicle or trunk or on floor mats and the upholstery and floor mats shall be kept clean and without holes or large wear spots. The vehicle shall be free from damaged fenders and body, defective paint and other conditions. All vehicles shall comply with airport, local, state and federal motor vehicle codes ordinances, regulations, statutes, standards and/or directives with respect to inspection, safety and operation of vehicles.
C. While on duty driver shall:
1. Conduct himself in a reasonable, prudent and courteous manner;
2. Maintain a sanitary and well-groomed appearance;
3. Not consume alcoholic beverages, controlled substances, or other substances which could adversely affect his ability to drive a motor vehicle;
4. Not "cruise" the airport roadways for the purpose of advertising its services or soliciting fares or passengers;
5. Obey the lawful orders and directions of all airport law enforcement personnel, any state or local law enforcement officer, and all airport officials who display proper identification;
6. Comply with posted speed limits and traffic control signs;
7. Not engage in any criminal activity; and
8. Have a valid driver's license.
D. Drivers of ground transportation vehicle shall remain in (or with) their vehicles and shall not park or leave a vehicle unattended at any curb. Unattended vehicles may be cited and removed. If drivers must park or leave their vehicles unattended, they shall park in the public parking lot or garage subject to the posted rates.
E. A driver, representative, employee, agent or operator shall not deceive or attempt to deceive the public through false or misleading representations concerning its prices or services or those of other operators.
F. Operators and drivers shall not offer or give tips, gratuities or payments of any kind to employees or agents of the city, airlines or any other business entity operating at the airport.
G. Operators and drivers shall not interfere with airport operations or activities, nor shall operators and drivers interfere with the city, or airline employees or agents in the performance of their duties.
H. Operators and drivers shall only pick up passengers in locations specifically designated for such purposes. Designated pick-up, drop-off, cueing, loading and unloading areas are subject to change from time to time, as necessary in the judgment of the director to advance the safety, security and/or convenience of airport operations.
I. Operators and drivers shall procure and maintain insurance coverage by financially responsible and qualified companies eligible to do business in the State of Texas in an amount and form that is satisfactory to the city.
J. Operators and drivers shall not perform any maintenance or repairs to their vehicles on airport property, except in an emergency to make the vehicle immediately operable. Operators and/or drivers shall pay or reimburse the city upon demand for any cleanup costs incurred by the city, caused by or relating to the operator's or driver's conduct or omission.
(Ord. No. 19007, § 1, 12-17-2019)
Source: City of El Paso, City Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/tx/el_paso/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT14AIAI_CH14.16AIUSRE_ARTIVGRTRSE_14.16.405GRTRSEREFetched: 10/28/2026