Sec.13a-165-7. DBE certification panel

The Commissioner of Transportation has established a DBE Certification Panel (hereinafter referred to as the "Certification Panel" or "Panel") for the purpose of determining whether an applicant is eligible for certification as a DBE using the criteria set forth in these regulations and 49 CFR Part 23. Membership of the Panel consists of a minimum of six (6) persons to be comprised of three (3) representatives of the Department of Transportation and one each from a minority, woman and construction organization or association. A quorum shall consist of one-half of the total membership of the Panel. Panel actions shall be by majority vote of those members present and voting, with each member of the Panel, including the Chairman, having one vote. A tie vote will constitute approval of the action recommended by the OCC.

(Effective January 4, 1990)