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Originally Posted by Mr.Coffee
Is it really? Outside of the realm of possibility?
what explains the city's bizarre stance on taxis? Regulations? Uh huh, okay then.
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Originally Posted by 4X4
That's the question, isn't it? Why is the City so intent on butt-raping the citizens of Calgary, by maintaining this inexplicably horrendous "taxi service industry"?
It just blows my mind that there has been no correction in the industry in my adult life. And it's clearly sanctioned by the City. So yeah, who is getting their palms greased? I actually want to know. And in the meantime, bring on Uber. I'd use them out of spite, even if it cost more than a taxi.
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These regulations have been in place for decades. The City isn't just inventing new rules to block Uber, they're telling Uber what the rules are and what they need to do to adhere to them. Uber wants to pretend it's not a ride-for-hire service, but as they say, if it walks like a duck...
If you've ever been to a city where taxi regulations are a lot more lax, you'll be thankful for what we have in Calgary. I have taken taxi rides in some cities where I was just happy to get to my destination without the car breaking down (or worse). There are many cities where you have to remember to negotiate the price of the trip before you get in the cab, or you might get a surprise when you get to your destination.
Does the taxi industry in this city need a change? Absolutely.
Is Uber coming into town and making its own rules the right solution? Absolutely not.