2010 Independence Bus Policy Ian Campbellamanda212011-10-25T19:48:00Z2011-10-25T20:05:00Z2011-10-25T20:05:00Z187950164111588411.5604

2011 Independence Bus Policy

General Bus Policy:

Signing up to be a Volunteer B

us DriverEach potential volunteer must be willing to submit authorization for a DMV background check on their driving as well as submit photocopies of their drivers license to the bus coordinator.’After completion of this step volunteer driver will receive a “volunteer” letter explaining bus policies and procedures.Volunteer driver will have an opportunity to take the bus on a test drive, at which point he/she has the opportunity to respectfully decline offering service.After acceptance, the driver will receive a key to the bus parked in Vidler’s lot and will be placed on a list of volunteer drivers eligible to be contacted.Driver will receive training on tie downs.

Driver’s Rights and Responsibilities: Driver shall notify coordinator before beginning service of any dates in which they are unavailable to be contacted and the driver agrees to be placed on a call list. Driver shall have the right to terminate and/or restart service period at any time but must notify coordinator.Driver shall be entitled to reimbursement for any “out of pocket” gas or trip expenses. In this agreement “out of pocket” refers to any expense that can be documented with a receipt. This includes tolls and other related driving expenses.Driver shall notify coordinator of any problems with the bus.Driver has the right to stop any and all activity deemed “unsafe” by driver and must notify coordinator and/or foundation president of any incidents. “Unsafe,” in this agreement refers to any activity/action that could lead to physical and bodily harm.Driver must notify coordinator if the bus is parked in another lot other than Vidler’s before or after an event.The Independence Foundation and the Volunteer Driver hereby agree that they are mutually exclusive entities and that the foundation will not be held legally liable for any traffic violations and/or tickets incurred by the driver. Driver has the right to determine wheelchair arrangement in the bus for safety and/or expediency purposes in determining the best pick-up or drop-off points. All four tie downs must be properly secured to the floor.Driver will notify coordinator and the foundation president when the gas tank is at one fourth(1/4) its’ normal capacity. After this step, the driver should fill the tank at the nearest gas station along the route if he/she determines it is necessary for the trip.Notify coordinator or foundation president if the tie downs are sticking and need oiled. If the tie downs break, please don’t use them. The foundation will provide a spare set on the bus in the case of immediate need.Drivers will log tips and rides on bus.

Passengers Rights and Responsibilities:1a. In this agreement, the term “passenger” applies to both residents and their personal care attendants.1b. The Independence Foundation shall not indemnify or reimburse passengers for lost or stolen items while riding the bus.2. Passengers have the right to notify coordinator and/or president of any unsafe driving.3. Passengers can assist driver in tie down procedures/directions if needed.4. Passengers must notify coordinator at least 48 hours in advance if they need a ride5. Passengers are responsible for notifying coordinator of: a. Pick up timeb. Destinationc. Drop off timed. Time of desired return tripe. Contact Information(for emergencies only)6. Passengers may use the bus for any foundation event or any approved activity in the community as determined by the foundation president.

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Any activity request submitted for approval by the president must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event.8. Passengers may

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use the bus for personal parties and outings unless otherwise notified by the foundation president.9. Passengers may

not contact any volunteer driver for the purpose of making their own arrangements.10. Passengers shall notify the coordinator 24 hours in advance if there is a pick-up or trip cancellation. 11. Driver shall wait no longer than 10 minutes after scheduled pick-up time for passengers

Responsibilities of the Coordinator:Coordinator shall maintain a record of costs, expenses, trips, volunteer drivers etc.Coordinator will maintain driver records and licenses as applicable in Section A.Coordinator shall submit an annual six month review of all records to the presidentCoordinator is responsible for contacting drivers to set up driving routes as well as notifying them of any cancellations or scheduling changes in foundation events.Coordinator is responsible for contacting president about any shortage in drivers as well as making their own efforts to recruit new drivers. Coordinator is responsible for setting aside a day throughout the week for grocery trips that is both convenient for a potential driver and the resident(s)Coordinator is responsible for drafting volunteer letters, e-mail correspondence, maintaining accurate phone numbers, and furnishing an updated copy of this agreement for every volunteer. Coordinator is responsible for performing the duties written thereof for a period of 1(one) year at which time he/she may choose to renew their duties or recruit a replacement coordinator(subject to the approval of the president)

Responsibilities of the President:Review all necessary documentation in six months time.Facilitate bus repairsMaintain Road Inspection, issuance of registration and lift/door maintenanceReview and/or approve/deny event requestsIn the event that there is a prolonged absence of a bus coordinator all duties therein will be assumed by the foundation president. Signatories of this Agreement:Acting Coordinator: Ian S. CampbellFoundation President: Chris M. Muller______________________________________________________________Date: ________________Date:__________________