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Taxi industry voices support for SFMTA medallion-transfer pilot

San Francisco Board of Appeals · July 14, 2010
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Summary

Medallion holders and coalition representatives urged the Board of Appeals to note an SFMTA pilot permitting medallion transfers, saying it would create exit options for elderly or disabled holders, expand drivers’ equity opportunities and reduce safety pressures tied to forced driving by infirm holders.

At public comment on July 14 the Board of Appeals heard multiple industry speakers urging support for a San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency pilot to allow medallion transfers and sales.

Carl McMorrow of the Medallion Holders Association recounted long waits on the medallion list and argued medallions historically functioned as…

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