Tuesday, July 13th
Members from the community graciously came out to City Hall to protest the proposed changes to the Jitney ordinance. Several people spoke before Transportation, Infrastructure and Aviation (TIA) Committee members to voice their concern regarding regulatory changes that will prevent REV Eco-Shuttle from growing. Committee members raised many points regarding seating capacity and free market. Mayor Pro-Tem Anne Clutterbuck voiced her concern by saying, "I think the requirement for seating capacity falls into the category of bureaucratic horse trading."
It seems TIA Committee members were opposed to allow these changes to pass. While this is a great development for REV Eco-Shuttle, we strongly encourage supporters, small businesses, community leaders and the public to continue to oppose these changes.
Call to Action
1. Call EVERY City Council Member. Numbers are available here
The proposed changes (download from this page) to the Jitney ordinance will go before city council on Wednesday, July 28th. The time is fast approaching and we need everyone to voice their concern. Let council know that the interests of small business, free market, environmental and minority business should come before regulatory and predatory changes.
2. Sign our Petition.
Click here to find our online petition. Join members from the community and put a stop to proposed changes that will cripple REV Eco-Shuttle.
The City's "Green" Ordinance
Please be aware that the Administration and Regulatory Affairs (ARA) department of the city of Houston has promised to bring a "Green" ordinance to city council by mid-September. Even though REV is excited to be working with the city on this new ordinance, we will still be put out of business if the proposed changes to the Jitney ordinance pass on July 28th. Please continue to contact your council members. You will make a huge difference with just a simple phone call or email.