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Local limo owner asks commission to reopen taxi/limo ordinance to attract businesses; requests changes to vehicle, pricing and permit rules
Summary
A representative for limousine operator Elegant Limousines asked the commission to schedule a future presentation on proposed changes to Harlingen’s taxi/limo ordinance, listing requested amendments on vehicle age/inspection, minimum pricing, pre‑notice requirements, temporary vehicle additions and minimum fleet size.
A Harlingen limo operator asked the City Commission on July 16 for an opportunity to present proposed changes to the city’s taxi and limousine ordinance to encourage new businesses to operate in the city.
Lede: Javier Segura said he has spent five years recruiting businesses to the Polygen area and wants the commission to consider changes that would allow upscale limousine services to operate without regulatory barriers he says are currently preventing investment.
Nut graf: Segura requested a formal future presentation and listed several specific changes…
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