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Taxi Drivers
Traffic
Taxi operators report unfair treatment from traffic officers at Central Park
The competition between taxi operators and golf cart rentals at Central Park has been an ongoing issue that led to the intervention of the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) in the past. Taxi drivers who visit Central Park to pick up water taxi passengers at busy times have reported that traffic wardens do not allow them to park. In contrast, golf cart rentals are reportedly allowed to stay and solicit.
Community and Society
SPTC addresses issue between taxi and golf cart operators
The ongoing competition between taxi operators and golf cart rentals is slowly becoming an issue. Both groups struggle to make the most of the little business available on the island. The aggressive competition has resulted in mild altercations. Taxi drivers say that golf cart rental operators should not be at the entry ports (airport/water taxi) but at their respective offices/establishments. The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) has since informed the golf cart rental businesses of how they must operate within their trade license parameters.
Travel & Tourism
BTB hosts Tourism Transportation Workshop
On February 3rd BTB commenced an extensive workshop for taxi tour guides currently operating in the Fort Street Tourism Zone.
Travel & Tourism
SPBTIA to work with taxi associations and the SPTC in standardizing cab services
SPBTIA president Melanie Paz stated that their first goal for the year is to work with local taxi associations and Mayor Daniel Guerrero in developing a standardization plan for taxi services on the island.
Community and Society
New regulations for taxi drivers to be implemented
The San Pedro Town Council is in the process to set new guidelines and regulations for all taxi drivers in San Pedro to shape them to be tourism ambassadors.
