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Austin's oldest cab franchise calls it quits
After more than 75 years in business, the city’s longest-running taxicab operator, Austin Cab Company, closed its doors on Saturday, March 30. The franchise had been in business since 1943 and was one of only four taxicab businesses (the city…
Transportation • By Ryan Thornton • Apr 5, 2019
Council pushes ahead on taxicab contracts, co-op
City Council concluded another chapter in the current taxicab franchise renewal saga Thursday, voting to tentatively renew contracts with the city’s three service providers and amend related regulations. It also directed city staff to explore creating a fourth, cooperative franchise.…
City Council • By Tyler Whitson • May 22, 2015
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