They should have labeled it "Minneapolis" instead of "Metro" since all the incidents they found were there, but there is certainly some truth in what they report.
They found a lot of unlicensed drivers in unlicensed cabs [unlicensed as least as far as the city was concerned] and a lot of undesirable criminal records for the drivers involved, driving violations and other crimes.
They probably could have done the same here, maybe on Grand Avenue or Seven Corners after an ice hockey game, and received similar results with one exception:
In Mpls. they actually have license inspectors and police trying to catch some of the scofflaws.
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Hello,
This was Ray Sammons's last post. He died on the 26th of December 2009.
He was a good man and will be missed.
Cheers,
Dennis Berg
We are profoundly saddened by the news of Ray Sammons, who died on December 26th, 2009. A memorial service celebrating his life is planned. You are warmly encouraged to attend as together we honor our good friend and colleague. Please check www.paynephalen.org where details will be posted as they become available and finalized. If you would like to receive a notification of the Memorial gathering with an e-mail, please send a message to RaySammonsMemorial@paynephalen.org.
We plan a community potluck meal to follow the service.
RAY SAMMONS
Age 62 of St. Paul Died suddenly on December 26th Preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Coral Sammons. Survived by brother, Martin, and sister, Brenda; nieces Marci, Mardi, Margi, Holly and Pam. Ray graduated from BethelCollege in 1969. Ray was past President of the Payne Phalen District Council. He loved St. Paul and participated in many city projects. The family requests that memorials be directed to "Sammons - Arlington/Arkwright Dog Park Memorial" c/o Payne Phalen District Five Planning Council, 506 Kenny Road, Suite 130, Saint Paul, MN55130. A memorial service in Saint Paul is planned. For more information visit the Payne Phalen District Five Planning Council website (http://www.paynephalen.org/) or call 651-774-5234. A second memorial service and internment will be at the convenience of the family in his hometown of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. ###District Five,
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A few words from District Five and community friends:
Ray was a tireless champion of the East Side and a strong advocate for the needs of working people and the disenfranchised. In his many leadership roles, he embodied the values of respect for the dignity and worth of all people. He was a strong and passionate voice for many and he will be dearly missed.
Ray contributed more than 30 years of volunteer service and leadership to his neighborhood and city in a variety of roles. He served several terms as President of the Payne Phalen District Five Planning Council and filled a variety of Board Officer roles. He provided strong leadership as the Chair of the Community Planning and Economic Development Committee. He served the City Of Saint Paul on multiple planning committees and task forces. He was active with the East Side Neighborhood Development Company (ESNDC) Housing Committee. He served the District 2 Community Council as a professional organizer for a period, and over the years, was a generous mentor to many District Council staff and leaders. Ray worked many years for Citywide Cab and advocated for the interests of taxi drivers in Saint Paul. He was unmatched in his precision knowledge of Saint Paul streets and local geography.
Ray was active in local politics, worked several campaigns and also volunteered as an election judge. Ray was known for his encyclopedic grasp and knowledge of Saint Paul people, issues, policy and local history. He enjoyed writing, singing and music and he was a lifelong student and observer of issues in religion, politics and history.
Ray spoke admiringly of his nieces, and he loved to recall fond moments of growing up in Cedar Rapids, IA with his siblings and parents. He clearly valued his family, heritage and the traditions which grounded his upbringing. He was active in the United Church of Christ and offered his impossibly deep bass voice to several church choirs (and a few Neighborhood Clean Ups!).
Ray is well remembered for his keen analytical thinking, his unique blend of wry humor and wit, and his rhetorical flair. Ray worked for greater fairness, respect and dignity for all people.
We will miss Ray very much. We honor his life and service.
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