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Updated 6:04 PM
Deadline Passes For Pedicab Registration
By: NY1 News
Today marked the deadline for pedicab operators to register their businesses with the city.
More than 150 businesses have applied for 844 licenses to operate the pedicabs.
Today marks the end of a 60-day period owners were given to complete the applications.
Much like cabs, licensed pedicabs are being given medallions, signifying they have been inspected, are safe to operate and have posted rate cards.
"The department has really been out there for weeks doing everything we can, frankly for months, everything we can to make sure that anybody's who's in the pedicab business who intends to stay in that business, knows what is expected of them in the law,” said Department of Consumer Affairs Commissioner Jonathan Mintz. “Most importantly, they need to make sure that they are accountable to the public, and that their pedicab vehicles are safe."
Over 300 drivers have also applied for licenses to drive pedicabs. Those licenses are separate from the ones to operate a business, and will still be available after today's deadline.
Industry estimates say there are thousands of pedicabs on the road.
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