Kasprzak plans to form a commission to oversee the cab business in the city.

"We will look at taxis as a whole. There are a lot of issues, and some companies do a good job of following the rules while others are not."

Kasprzak said he has received complaints about the cleanliness of some cabs, drivers smoking and fare schedules not being listed, as required.

The City Clerk's Office issues licenses to cab drivers, and the Police Department does background checks.

Buck said he is concerned because he has turned away drivers because they did not have proper insurance, "and then a week later I see them driving for another company."

He said a commission would give companies like his more avenues to address grievances.

"If the city is going to regulate us, then we should at least have some representation."

The mayor said the commission would include Common Council members, City Clerk Keith Herkalo, someone from the Police Department and two representatives from cab companies.

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