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Taxi drivers and residents tell board that app-based ride services undermine regulated industry and raise safety concerns
Summary
Public commenters representing taxi drivers and community members urged the board to act against unregulated ride services, saying uninsured drivers, inconsistent service areas, and political support for tech firms are harming the regulated taxi industry and public safety.
Several public speakers used the general public comment period on June 4 to urge the Board to address app-based ride services operating in San Francisco without the same regulatory obligations as taxis.
Mark Brueberg of United Tax Cab Workers said ride-service companies operate without the permits, inspections, driver training and insurance required of…
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