Union Cab Of Madison

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Rider Rewards Program NEW
When you call us on the phone, or ride in our cab, the person that you deal with is an owner of the company. Your voice gets heard and now our riders can earn even greater rewards. Introducing the new Rider Rewards Program at Union Cab. Now, regular riders may earn up to a 20% discount on cab service, easy on-line account management, and an even stronger connection to the members of Madison's largest and best cab company.

Thu Oct 07 15:34:00 CDT 2010
As a worker cooperative, Union Cab subscribes to the principle of "Concern for the Community" or the sustainable development of their communities. We are also dedicated to operating our cooperative in an environmentally responsible way.

Wed Aug 18 14:25:00 CDT 2010
Cooperatives are all about shared values and at Union Cab of Madison Cooperative, the member-owners share a strong respect for the environment. In this story, see the steps Union Cab has taken to help drive us toward a more sustainable community.

Wed Jul 21 11:31:00 CDT 2010
For the first time in about two years, we are putting out a call for new hires. Our insurance company insists that applicants be 25 or older and have a very good driving record. If you or someone you know qualifies and has great customer service skills, an interest in workplace democracy, and a working knowledge of Madison streets (and the ability to read a map), then you should consider joining up with Union Cab of Madison co-operative.

Fri Apr 23 10:22:00 CDT 2010
Drivers may not solicit you at the Dane Co. Airport. Passengers may choose any taxi company or driver that they wish. Passengers do not have to take the first cab in line. It is your choice to take a Union Cab even if we are the second or tenth cab in line. We hope that you choose us, but the choice is yours no matter what the driver waiting at the door tells you.

Tue Mar 23 10:39:00 CDT 2010
Today, we welcome Cristina Cippitelli, head of research with the Lega, a trade association of Italian Worker Co-operatives. Later you can hear her speak at the UW Center for Co-operatives Rm. 115, Taylor Hall on the UW Campus from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm.

Sat Mar 20 14:22:00 CDT 2010
Today, we will be raffling off items to our members as part of our 2nd Annual Social Audit. We want to thank our friends and allies who provided the goods in the raffle: Williamson Street Grocery Cooperative (www.willystreet.coop) Just Coffee Co-op (www.justcoffee.coop) Madison Mallards Neesvig's Meat Purveyors Mother Foo...l's Coffeehouse (www.motherfools.com) A Perfect Harmony Men's Chorus Community Pharmacy (www.communitypharmacy.coop) Glass Nickel Pizza (www.glassnickelpizza.com) Bags by Monica (www.bagsbymonica.com) and Genna's Loung.Our member appreciate your generosity!

Wed Jan 27 09:54:00 CST 2010
43 Union Cab drivers safely drove enough miles to circumnavigate the globe in 2009--A new record! Twice a year, Union Cab rewards drivers for perfect driving (no crashes, no tickets). In 2009, 125 drivers completed the year safely and 43 did so while driving more than 24,888 miles (the circumference of the Earth). While some companies make a safety "a goal", Union Cab considers safety a key part of our mission and a core value. We consider the safety and health of our members and the general public of paramount importance. Just part of the co-operative difference and the value of having the owners behind the wheel!

Mon Jan 11 07:45:00 CST 2010
Our friends at the Greater Madison Convention and Visitors Bureau have created this Top Ten page of events around Madison this week. Their site also provides more details and a list of Madison events.

Wed Dec 23 08:33:00 CST 2009
The United Nations has declared 2012, the International Year of the Co-operative recognizing the vital role that co-operatives play in the global economy. The UN urges member nations:
to take advantage of the Year as a way of promoting cooperatives and raising awareness of their contribution to social and economic development...

to enhance the growth and sustainability of cooperatives in a rapidly changing socioeconomic environment by, inter alia, providing a level playing field for cooperatives vis-- vis other business and social enterprises, including appropriate tax incentives and access to financial services and markets;

to give due consideration to the role and contribution of cooperatives

Sat Dec 19 09:55:00 CST 2009
Whether you want to insure that your teenagers have a safe ride home, that your friends have an option other than driving home from the club, or want to help the people in your life who can't drive get around town, Union Cab coupon books make for a great gift. They do not require dusting, cleaning, feeding or watering. No batteries needed! They never expire! It is a gift for everyone in that the receiver gets the freedom of transportation and the giver gets peace of mind knowing that someone they care about is in good hands.
These coupons are "same as cash". These coupons never expire and come in denominations of $1, 50 and 25. Each booklet contains $20.00 in coupons. Senior Citizens (age 60 and older) and people with disabilities may purchase the books for $18.00 (a 10% discount). Orders can by place by phone, through the mail or by stopping in during normal business hours.

Wed Nov 25 09:47:00 CST 2009
The City of Madison has declared a "Peak Period" at the Dane County Regional Airport. This means that all taxicabs may offer share-ride service provided the passengers agree to share a cab. See Union Cab's competitive share ride rates. Passengers travelling together (speaking with one voice) count as one party. Passengers may always choose to have their own direct-service Union Cab. This Peak Period is in effect through Monday November 30, 2009. A peak period is always in effect every night from 9:00 p.m. until the airport closes.

Sat Nov 07 22:24:00 CST 2009
Have a suggestion on how we can improve? Would you like to tell your driver what a good job they did? Visit our new Customer Feedback page. We have re-vamped it to make it more user friendly.

Thu Oct 29 14:45:00 CDT 2009
The party this Saturday promises to be one of incredible lost memories. We wanted to add some helpful tips to make Freakfest a success:
Union Cab will have every available taxicab on the road. We expect that our competitors will follow suit. Even so, there will still not be enough cabs at bartime.
Bartime is an extra hour plan accordingly. Our busiest times will be between midnight CDT and 2:30 am CST.
Expect delays in service. Especially as it gets closer to the second bar time. We will be doing our best to pick everyone up, but you should expect 30-60 minutes when ordering. Of course, you might also get lucky, so you should also be ready to go when you call. We know.
We don't allow open intoxicants in the cab--it is against the law. We also don't allow smoking in the vehicles--it is also against the law.
If you feel nauseous, let your driver know so that he or she can stop the cab and you can exit the vehicle.
Driver specifically carry as little change as possible.

Wed Sep 16 15:43:00 CDT 2009
Text "CAB" to 87301 to enter into contests, receive special offers, and get tips from Union Cab.

Wed Sep 16 15:38:00 CDT 2009
The Board of Directors met on September 16 to elect officers for the coming year. The office of President was vacated by out-going director Adam Corbin. Vice -President Butch Hanson, in his six year of service as a director, was elected to succeed Corbin. Replacing Hanson as V.P. was veteran member Brian Hill who had just been elected to his third three-year term. Brian Warnecke and Jim Wold were re-elected as Secretary and Treasurer respectively.

Wed Sep 16 11:14:00 CDT 2009
The membership of Union Cab chose three members to its Board of Directors at its Annual General Meeting of the membership held on September 13, 2009. The membership elected Brian Hill, Jason Newbury and Tim Murray. All three have previously served on the cooperative's board. Hill also serves at the Information Services Manager, Newbury is the Taxi Office Supervisor, and Tim Murray is a full time graveyard shift dispatcher. The three have a combined 39 years of experience with the cooperative. The election was competitive with eleven candidates seeking three seats. The membership will now elect three alternate directors who will stand ready to serve in case of absences.

Sat Mar 07 15:09:00 CST 2009
Last year, the folks at Adams Outdoor Advertising made us an offer we couldn't refuse. Many Madisonians saw the giant Union Cab on the side of Madison Metro Bus #897 over the last several months. That ad won the Silver Award for "Out of Home Mass Transit, Exterior". It is considered the incorporation of the host vehicle into the ad (the front wheel of bus was the front wheel of the taxi). Congratulations to the artistic team of Jessica Laycock, Tina Rataj, Evan Schultz, Jeff Schjleis, and Sharon Vanomy!

Tue Dec 30 09:32:00 CST 2008
Union Cab is on Twitter (twitter.com/UnionCabCoop). We will try to make updates on service issues and are working on a real-time report on average wait times.

Tue May 01 21:19:00 CDT 2007
We are looking for former members of Union Cab. We need to contact them regarding their stock and equity. If you have contact information, please pass it along to us at info(at)unioncab.coop.

Fri Feb 16 00:00:00 CST 2007
When Chad Vader walked out on Empire Foods, we were hiring. We thought cab driving would be an excellent change of pace for Chad Vader . We want to thank Blame Society Productions for including us in their film! Do you or your organizaton need a taxi for an upcoming motion picture or training film? Contact Union Cab's Film Office!

Thu Aug 31 22:17:00 CDT 2006
Is our jingle running through your head? Take a quick trip behind the legend and listen to some of our ads.

Wed Aug 30 22:20:00 CDT 2006
When they aren't busy getting people safely to and fro, Union Cab drivers and dispatchers are making music. Check out the artists' sites.

Fri Jul 28 22:26:00 CDT 2000
For your education and entertainment, we've compiled a glossary of Madison-area taxi jargon. Decipher the conversations that your driver has on the radio! Sound like a pro when you order a cab!