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PA Bulletin, Doc. No. 16-1718

PROPOSED RULEMAKING

PHILADELPHIA
PARKING AUTHORITY

Request for Comments Concerning Proposed Changes for the Regulation of the Philadelphia Taxicab and Limousine Industries

[46 Pa.B. 6309]
[Saturday, October 8, 2016]

 Article XVI-M of the act of July 13, 2016 (P.L. 664, No. 85) temporarily authorizes transportation network companies (TNC) to operate in Philadelphia under the regulatory oversight of the Philadelphia Parking Authority (Authority).

 The Taxicab and Limousine Division (TLD) of the Authority is seeking information and comment from the public at large, members of the taxicab, limousine and dispatcher industries, prospective and existing technology vendors, and other interested parties regarding proposed changes to the current regulations governing the operation of taxicab and limousine service in Philadelphia.

 The TLD's request stems from advancements in technology, the introduction of TNCs, varying consumer demands and expectations and competitive challenges in the transportation marketplace in Philadelphia.

 The comments being requested may address, but not be limited to, meter technology, taxicab tariff, safety measures, driver certification, vehicle age and mileage standards, vehicle inspections, vehicle insurance requirements, criminal history background check requirements and driving record requirements.

 Written comments shall provide specific suggestions for proposals or changes, or both, and include citations to current regulations that relate to the comments and a detailed rationale to support the proposal or change, or both.

 Written comments must be submitted no later than November 15, 2016, to the TLD to the attention of Christine Kirlin, Esq., Administrative Counsel, ckirlin@philapark.org or by mail to the Philadelphia Parking Authority, Taxicab and Limousine Division, 2415 South Swanson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148-4113.

MICHAEL CASEY, 
Director
Taxicab and Limousine Division

[Pa.B. Doc. No. 16-1718. Filed for public inspection October 7, 2016, 9:00 a.m.]


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