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Taxi drivers and medallion holders tell commission illegal cabs are 'out of control' and a public‑safety risk
Summary
Multiple taxi industry representatives and community members urged the commission to prioritize enforcement against illegal taxis and limousines operating in San Francisco neighborhoods and at SFO, citing public‑safety and economic harms and requesting release of funds and staffing for a taxi detail.
Several speakers during public comment told the Police Commission that illegal taxis and limousines are operating widely in San Francisco and that enforcement is insufficient.
Barry Korngold, president of the San Francisco Cab Drivers Association, brought photographs and told commissioners, "they're taking our business" and called the situation a public‑safety concern because…
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