[...] there is pending state legislation to allow the Capital District Transportation Authority to become the taxi service regulatory entity for the entire region. Despite the CDTA bill awaiting Gov. Andrew Cuomo's signature, Albany Common Councilman Judd Krasher is pursuing reform for city taxi operations, which he hopes will be a model for surrounding communities. Schenectady operates on the common meter system, while Albany breaks the city into zones that set a flat rate within each zone (with additional costs for crossing zones). Troy business owner Vic Christopher, a strong proponent of ride-hailing services, said local taxi companies make money on medical transports and aren't interested in customers looking for a ride home from the bar. Creating a uniform, regional system would benefit cab companies, said Bret Peek, owner of Capitaland cab company.
Ahead Of State Bill, Albany Pushes Local Taxi Reform
By Amanda Fries, Times Union
Wed, 08/03/2016 - 7:10pm
Sections: u.s.
Topics: New York Albany County Albany
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