
NY Assemblyman Co-Sponsors Stretch Limousine Safety Act
The bill would put more strict laws and regulations in place regarding inspection and operation.
LOS ANGELES — The Greater California Livery Association has scheduled an unusual special meeting Aug. 20 as certain major issues affecting limousine operators gain traction.
The GCLA typically takes a break for the summer until its annual Expo in September, but given the urgency of certain regulatory matters related to limousine companies, GCLA leaders would like to provide updates and helpful information as they address key questions:
“The GCLA is going to be taking a preemptive position for the California livery industry as we move forward after this tragic event,” GCLA President Mark Stewart told LCT. “I believe it’s the GCLA's duty to expand information in this special meeting on Aug. 20. It also will give us the opportunity to discuss both Senate bills and the issues behind them to our members.”
Stewart plans to put together an open panel discussion on UBER, Sidecar and Lyft, and how the mobile apps are affecting the California chauffeured transportation industry.
The GCLA Special Meeting, to include a cocktail reception and buffet sit-down dinner, will be held Tuesday, Aug. 20 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Proud Bird Restaurant, 11022 Aviation Blvd., Los Angeles near LAX.
With Early Bird discounts, the cost is $45/person for GCLA members and $60/person non-members. Early Birds must register online by Aug. 19. The regular prices at the door are $60/person for GCLA members and $75/person for non-members.
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— Martin Romjue, LCT editor
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