Yellow Cab of Columbus owns ten state-of-the-art paratransit taxis. We are the only privately-held transportation company in Central Ohio offering this comfort-focused style of wheelchair-accessible vehicle. The feedback on our paratransit cabs has been nothing short of ecstatic. For passenger guests in wheelchairs, accustomed to rear-loading van-style transport, Yellow Cab of Columbus’ paratransit vehicles are a new and dignified experience. [Insert quote from guest kudos, link to the full letter.] Wheelchair passenger guests enter through the paratransit cab’s side and can ride in the front passenger position. Some of our guests have told us this is the first time they have had the experience of riding next to a driver. Up to four additional people can ride in the rear of our paratransit taxi. It’s a great option for families to easily ride together to dinner or an event – it feels more like a treat than a necessity! [INSERT VIDEO OF PARATRANSIT TOUR]
Our ServicesAdults and FamiliesAging and Adult ServicesChildrenCommunity Action PartnershipCommunity Housing Help Fight HungerResourcesSpecial InitiativesYouth/Young AdultsViolence PreventionWarming Centers Our OrganizationAging and Adult Services Children and YouthCommunity HousingEarly Childhood and FamilyPolicy and Planning Human Services > Aging and Adult Services > Oakland Paratransit for Elderly & Disabled Oakland Paratransit for the Elderly & Disabled Eligibility and Application ProcessIf you are 18 – 69 years old with a mobility disability: You must be registered with East Bay Paratransit before applying with OPED. When completing the OPED application form, please read the cover letter instructions carefully and remember to attach photo identification. If you are 70 or older: You are not required to be registered with East Bay Paratransit before applying with OPED; however, it is recommended as an additional service option. Call 510-238-3036 to request an OPED application form.
Taxi ScripEach eligible program participant may purchase a quarterly amount of taxi scrip books at a discount. Participants arrange their own rides by calling one of the taxi companies under contract with the City. Program participants may purchase taxi scrip books by mail or in person by appointment with a personal check, cashier's check or money order only. Van VouchersSenior Group Trip ProgramAlameda County Transportation Commission Web Page/BBAccess AlamedaTaxi licence holders and operators Licence transfer and assignment Converting a GMTLR or Peak Service licence National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) roll-out Information for new operators Driver agreement & dispute resolution for operators Operator requirements to keep records Removal of vehicle age limits Wheelchair Accessible Taxis - Vehicle conversion companies Electronic transaction systems & taximeters Replacing taxi-cab registration plates Wheelchair Accessible Taxi requirements
Wheelchair accessible taxi subsidy scheme Changing the colour of your cab Decals, labels and livery Peak service taxis - hours of operation 12 month fixed-term licence release Hire car owners & operators Home > Licence owners & operators > Taxi licence holders and operators > Vehicles > Wheelchair accessible taxi subsidy scheme Wheelchair Accessible Taxi subsidy scheme wheelchair accessible taxi vehicle subsidy scheme helps country and regional taxi operators buy wheelchair accessible taxis. To date, a total of 100 subsidy applications have been approved for new or replacement wheelchair accessible taxis across country and regional Victoria. This page provides guidelines for applying for the subsidy.Wheelchair Accessible Taxi Vehicle Subsidy Scheme Guidelines PDF, 161.5 KBThe subsidy guidelines include:eligibility criteriasubsidy amounts based on the age of the vehicle and whether or not it is already a taxi and wheelchair accessiblestep by step instructions on how to apply, anda specimen subsidy agreement.
TimelinesThere is no closing date for applications. Applications will be assessed as quickly as possible however please note that it may take up to four weeks to assess an application once all required documentation has been received. are applying for a subsidy to buy a wheelchair accessible taxi to replace an existing taxi, you should lodge your application well in advance of buying the new vehicle. You should also consider the time required to have the new vehicle modified to carry wheelchairs – you may need to discuss this with the vehicle supplier. To ensure a timely vehicle changeover is achieved, you should consider lodging your application about six (6) months before the date you wish to commence service with the new taxi.Application for a Wheelchair Accessible Taxi vehicle subsidy PDF, 129.6 KBBackgroundThe wheelchair accessible taxi vehicle subsidy was introduced by the Victorian Government to fund the difference in capital purchase cost between conventional taxis and wheelchair accessible taxis for country