All of
the definitions set forth in the Act[1] are incorporated by reference herein including, without
limitation, the definitions for authorized entity, municipality, and
personal delivery device.
Except
where the context clearly indicates otherwise, the definitions for
such terms provided in the Act and in this chapter shall have the
meaning set forth in the Act.
No individual
or authorized entity may use a personal delivery device on any roadway,
or shoulder or berm of a roadway, or pedestrian area under the jurisdiction
of the City of Lancaster without complying with the terms of the Act
and this chapter.
Should
the authorized entity receive written confirmation from the Department
of Public Works that its use does not constitute a hazard and that
it may operate a personal delivery device on a roadway, or shoulder
of berm of a roadway, or a pedestrian area under the jurisdiction
of the City of Lancaster, it may then, in accordance with Section
8517 (D)[1]provide written notice to the City Council of the City
of Lancaster of its intent to operate personal delivery devices within
the City of Lancaster, which notice must be given no less than 30
days prior to the date on which the authorized entity intends to commence
operations within the City.
The Director
of Public Works may promulgate policies and procedures related to
making a determination as to whether any proposed use of personal
delivery devices by a particular authorized entity would or would
not constitute a hazard and may delegate the responsibilities for
making that determination to individuals within his or her staff.
The policies and procedures may provide the methodologies and procedures
by which an authorized entity is to consult with the Department as
required by the Act and receive notice of the Department's determination.
Should the Department determine that the use constitutes a hazard,
it will notify the authorized entity of the same in writing which
may be confirmed by resolution of City Council. The policies and procedures
will be effective upon posting on the City of Lancaster's website.