New York Taxi Fares Rise

New York City's Taxi Commission Approved a Fare Hike that doubles the cost the meter charges while sitting in traffic. The new 'wait time' cost is 40 cents a minute.

The Commission also allowed for the doubling of the hit passengers take to their dignity, when waiting for a cab to pick them up. Now, while passing by, drivers can yell, "Not for you, Undesirable."

The subway system believes this move will be good for its business. The MTA reminded New Yorkers, "Sitting or standing in a stalled subway train costs no additional charge, and allows passengers to mingle."

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The squeeze isn't as bad as it could have been. The Taxi Commission voted against one proposed fare hike that would charge $3 to customers who mistakenly approach a cab that already has passengers.

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It still costs no monetary charge to stand and wait for a cab to stop to pick you up. Just your dignity.