Ground Transportation Permit Application

Please read all of the items listed below, follow all instructions, and provide all documents or information requested.

Section 1‐ Company/Operator/Permittee Information:

Note: The Permit Holder shall be responsible for providing immediate written notice to the Airports Department for any and all company and vehicle changes. The written notice shall be delivered by email, mail, or hand delivered to the Airports Department.

Section 2‐Items required to be submitted with Permit Application:

1. Application Fee: Annually, for new or renewal permit, or for any ownership change of an existing permit, a non‐refundable per vehicle Permit application fee as established by resolution will be due. Make checks payable to the "Okaloosa County Airports"
   
   
2. Vehicle Information: Provide the following information for each vehicle for which you desire a permit. The vehicle must be listed on the attached "Vehicle Schedule" form. Information must also be provided in writing each time a vehicle is added or deleted from the Company/Operator/Permittee Fleet:
   
   
   1. Provide a copy of the State of Florida registration for each vehicle for which a permit is requested. It must have a current registration listed as class code nine (9), a title listed as taxi or equivalent class code. Vehicle must be registered under the company name listed above or if vehicle is leased, attach a copy of the leasing agreement (contract or notarized document required).
      
      
   2. Insurance certificate covering each vehicle listed on the "Vehicle Schedule" that meets the requirements of the Ground Transportation Policy (Appendix A). The company name, as listed above, must be stated on the Certificate of Insurance, as well as, the policy number. Each authporized driver must be listed. Okaloosa County must be listed as an additional insured. Reference Ground Transporation Policy for additional requirememnts.
      
      
3. Good Standing Certificate: If the Operator is a corporation or a limited partnership, the Airport will verify a certificate evidencing that the Operator is either a Florida corporation or limited partnership in good standing in the State of Florida or is a foreign corporation or limited partnership authorized to transact business in the State of Florida.
   
   
4. Fictitious Name: If the Operator (including a sole proprietorship) operates under a fictitious name, the Airport will verify the Operator’s fictitious name registration with the State of Florida.
   
   
5. Business Tax Receipt in the Operator/Company name issued by the Okaloosa County Tax Collector.
   
   
6. Affixing Permit Decal: Decals shall be permanently affixed on the left side of the rear bumper or in an upright position to the left side of the rear window and shall be clearly visible at all times.
   
   
7. Identification of Permit Holder on Vehicle: All vehicles must display identification of the name or the fictitious name registered with the State of Florida of the Permit Holder on the exterior of the vehicle or on the front licence plate as required in the Ground Transportation Policy.
   
   
8. Payment of Fees: No Permit Holder may operate at the Airport unless Permit Holder has timely paid all applicable fees.
   
   
9. Nondiscrimination Requirements: Permit Holders shall not on the grounds of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, maritial status or national origian discriminate or permit discrimination against any person or group of persons in any manner prohibited by federal, state or local laws or regulations.

Complete the "Statement of Receipt, Acknowledgment and Understanding of the Ground Transportation Policy and Hold Harmless Agreement."

The above named company (permittee), its representatives and the employees agree to operate within the Ground Transportation Policy established for the Destin‐Fort Walton Beach Airport and adopted by Okaloosa County, Florida. As the authorized representative of the permitted ground transportation company listed below, I acknowledge that I have a responsibility to obtain the latest version of the Ground Transportation Policy for the Destin‐Fort Walton Beach Airport. I certify that I have received a copy of the above referenced policy and I understand it is the Permit Holder's responsibility to inform all current and future employees of the referenced policy. Furthermore, as the authorized representative, I acknowledge that the below listed ground transportation company (Permit Holder) is responsible for the actions of its drivers, employees, affiliates or any other person provided or attempting to provide ground transportation service.

I understand any violations of the Ground Transportation Policy, may result in suspension and/or revocation of my company's operating privileges at the Destin‐Fort Walton Beach Airport.

 Further, I understand it is my obligation to pay all fees, late fess, interest and security deposit requirements as required in the Ground Transportation Policy. I acknowledge failure to fulfill financial obligations will result in suspension of operating privileges for my company.

Permittee shall indemnify and hold harmless OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLORIDA its officers and employees from liabilities, damages, losses, and costs including but not limited to, reasonable attorney fees, to the extent caused by the negligence, recklessness, or intentionally wrongful conduct of the Permittee and other persons employed or utilized by the Permittee in the performance of services in accordance with this Policy on Airport property.

I certify that all information provided on this application is true and correct and acknowledgment of the above statements.