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Bylaw officers have yet to issue a single fine against Uber drivers a week after top city officials promised to crackdown and issue hefty fines for anyone caught picking up fares through the ride-sharing service.

The U.S. company launched its app-based uberX service in Calgary last week.

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City officials said they were worried about vehicle inspections, driver background checks and inadequate insurance coverage.

Mayor Naheed Nenshi and the city’s top compliance officer, Marc Halat, urged Calgarians to avoid using uberX, which connects riders with freelance drivers using their own vehicles.

Halat said drivers found in violation of the city’s livery bylaw could face fines totalling $4,500. Passengers would not be ticketed, he said.

But seven days later, the city says it has yet to issue any fines against Uber drivers, despite the apparent popularity of the service in Calgary.

“Our primary focus is to find solutions that meet Calgarians desire for a new and enhanced transportation options,” said Carissa Vescio, a spokesperson for the city.