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Board continues medallion revocation appeals after heated debate over law and equity
Summary
The board continued two SFMTA taxi medallion revocation appeals to the call of the chair after commissioners split over strict code enforcement versus equitable outcomes for aging and disabled medallion holders. Public commenters urged relief and compensation; the board did not revoke at today's hearing but left the matters pending.
On Feb. 16, 2022 the San Francisco Board of Appeals heard extended argument and public comment on multiple SFMTA notices of non‑renewal and medallion revocations, including the appeals of medallion holders such as George Horbel (medallion 1303).
SFMTA staff told the board revocations were based on Transportation Code requirements that medallion holders maintain a valid California driver’s license and an A‑card and, for certain post‑K medallions,…
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