Philadelphia taxi fares going up by average of 8 percent
PHILADELPHIA (AP) The agency that regulates taxis in
Philadelphia has approved a fare increase.
It will still cost $2.70 at the beginning of a cab ride, what's known as the ``flag drop.'' But it will be $2.30 per mile after that, up from $2.10 now. The charge for waiting time is going up too.
The board of the Philadelphia Parking Authority approved the new rates Monday. They go into effect June 2.
The head of the authority's Taxi and Limousine Division says it works out to an average 8 percent increase.
