'Taxi Clubhouse' aims to improve work lives of NYC cab drivers

NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- A brand new 3,000-square-foot facility in Midtown Manhattan is the latest step in an ongoing effort to bring positive change for taxi drivers in New York City.

The first-of-its kind Taxi Clubhouse opened at 10 a.m. Monday on West 26th Street.
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The space offers dedicated private lounges with bathrooms, recreation areas and prayer rooms for all New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission drivers.



The goal is provide a safe space for them to rest and recharge.
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Monday's grand opening comes three months city taxi drivers learned they were getting a raise for the first time in ten years.

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