Notwithstanding any other provision in this chapter to the contrary,
the following rules shall govern the licensing of mooring inspectors:
A. General provisions.
(1) Applicants for a mooring inspector license shall pay a fee pursuant to §
42-15 and file a license application with the Town Clerk, which shall include, at a minimum:
(a)
The applicant's name, home address, home telephone number, business
name, business address and business telephone number.
(b)
The qualifications, experience and training of the applicant
in inspecting moorings or other similar activities.
(c)
The name, type, length and registration number of the applicant's
vessel to be used to inspect moorings.
(d)
Proof of insurance coverage with the Town added as an additional
insured, evidencing protection to the public from bodily injury or
property damage sustained as a result of acts or omissions by the
mooring inspector. Such policy shall contain coverage equal to or
exceeding those limits to be set by a resolution adopted by the Town
Board, with 30 days' notice of cancellation to be afforded to the
Town Clerk. The insurance coverage must be effective for all parts
of the waterway and in no way shall limit its coverage to a particular
location or area of the waterway.
(e)
Proof of workers' compensation insurance inclusive of an endorsement
for coverage afforded under the United States Longshore & Harbor
Workers' Compensation Act or proof of the same not being required. The Town shall
be provided with 30 days' notice of cancellation of such policy.
(f)
A sworn, notarized statement signed by the applicant which states
that:
[1]
The information in the application is true.
[2]
The applicant will adhere to all requirements of this chapter
and the standards and procedure for moorings in accordance with federal,
state and Town laws and regulations.
[3]
The applicant will maintain adequate insurance during the term
of the license.
[4]
The applicant will update the Town Clerk as to any changes to
the information in the application.
(2) The Town Clerk shall forward all completed license applications to
the Director of Harbor and Marine Enforcement to review the application
to determine whether the applicant is qualified and fit to inspect
moorings pursuant to this chapter and shall transmit the decision
to the Town Clerk who shall issue the license, provided that all requirements
have been satisfied.
(3) Every mooring inspector license issued under this section shall be
issued as of the first day of April or subsequent date of issue and
shall expire on the 31st day of March next succeeding unless sooner
revoked by the Town Clerk.