AuthorTaxicab and Limousine Division

Philadelphia City Officials announced on Monday, March 16, 2020 to halt all non-essential City government operations in order to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus in Philadelphia.  The Philadelphia Parking Authority (Authority) is following this directive.  Therefore, the Authority’s Taxicab and Limousine Division (TLD) will be semi-closed to the public effective March 17, 2020 at 12:00 p.m.  A precise end date has not yet been determined.

The TLD’s Enforcement Inspectors will continue to patrol during this time as well as monitoring the complaint lines.  However, vehicle inspections, court cases and driver testing/training will be deferred and the Customer Service Window will be closed.

Additionally, during this time period, all deadlines, payment due dates, etc. are being deferred.  Any driver certificate that was set to expire from March 17, 2020 through April 5, 2020 will be extended to an expiration date of April 6, 2020.

We advise that you continue to monitor and follow the CDC guidelines concerning best safety protocols surrounding COVID-19.  You may obtain this information on the CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fsummary.html.

We will continue to reassess operations based upon conditions and guidance from City Officials.  Please be sure look to the TLD’s website at www.philapark.org/tld for any updates.  Stay Safe!

Christine A. Kirlin, Esq.
Director
Taxicab and Limousine Division
Philadelphia Parking Authority
2415 S. Swanson Street
Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 683-9653
(215) 683-9568
ckirlin@philapark.org

April 2020 Fuel Surcharge Notice

Philadelphia City Officials announced on Monday, March 16, 2020 to halt all non-essential City government operations in order to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus in Philadelphia.  The Philadelphia Parking Authority (Authority) is following this directive.  Therefore, the Authority’s Taxicab and Limousine Division (TLD) will be semi-closed to the public effective March 17, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. and will last through at least March 27, 2020.  A precise end date has not yet been determined.

The TLD’s Enforcement Inspectors will continue to patrol during this time as well as monitoring the complaint lines.  However, vehicle inspections, court cases and driver testing/training will be deferred and the Customer Service Window will be closed.

Additionally, during this time period, all deadlines, payment due dates, etc. will be extended until April 1, 2020.  Any driver certificate that was set to expire from March 17, 2020 through March 27, 2020 will be extended to an expiration date of April 1, 2020.

We advise that you continue to monitor and follow the CDC guidelines concerning best safety protocols surrounding COVID-19.  You may obtain this information on the CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fsummary.html.

We will continue to reassess operations based upon conditions and guidance from City Officials.  Please be sure look to the TLD’s website at www.philapark.org/tld for any updates.  Stay Safe!

Christine A. Kirlin, Esq.
Director
Taxicab and Limousine Division
Philadelphia Parking Authority
2415 S. Swanson Street
Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 683-9653
(215) 683-9568
ckirlin@philapark.org

At this time of the year many families are busy preparing for Proms and Graduations. A key part of your preparations may be making transportation arrangements.  In that regard, the Philadelphia Parking Authority (Authority) wants to help safeguard your loved ones from illegal and unsafe limousine operators.

Limousine carriers operating between points within Philadelphia are regulated by the Authority’s Taxicab and Limousine Division (“TLD”). Trips between points in the City and points within the Commonwealth may also be regulated by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission.

If the deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is.   Do not trust your loved ones and their once in a lifetime moments to unregulated, under insured and unsafe carriers.  Properly licensed carriers use first-class vehicles that have undergone rigorous inspections.  These licensed companies use only certified drivers who have undergone a detailed vetting process.

Interested parents can check a carrier’s status by contacting the TLD’s Enforcement Department TLDEnforcement@Philapark.org or by calling 215-683-9440.

Applications Completed February 2020

Executive Order No. 20-002

Applications Completed January 2020

Applications Completed December 2019

Executive Order No. 19-012