Commissioner Do addresses the critical issue of wheelchair accessibility in the taxi industry, highlighting recent developments and ongoing challenges. He emphasizes the impact of court-ordered requirements and the financial implications for both the industry and the TLC.

• New rules require all new taxis to be wheelchair accessible, as ordered by federal district court
• TLC must make difficult decisions about allocating limited Taxi Improvement Fund (TIF) resources
• The goal is to increase accessibility while ensuring the economic viability of the industry