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Epstein outlines harms to tourists, Broadway, and licensed drivers

New York City Council · Oct 7, 2026 · starts 0:02:31 · 25 sec

Epstein says the status quo fails tourists charged $500–$1,200 for short rides, Broadway productions disrupted by loud pedicab noise, and licensed drivers competing with unlicensed operators who avoid safety and insurance costs.

Harvey D. Epstein

It's not working for tourists who are routinely ripped off by unscrupulous pedicab drivers charged anywhere from $500 to $1,200 for a ride under 20 minutes.

Harvey D. Epstein

It's not working for the Broadway production that are interrupted by loud noise blaring from pedicabs outside their theaters.

Harvey D. Epstein

And it's not working for licensed pedicabs who compete with unlicensed operators who do not invest in the city's safety equipment, insurance, or follow the rules.