Edward G. Rogoff - New York City Taxicab Industry records, 1966-2005, bulk 1978-1986
Collection context
- Creator:
- Rogoff, Edward G., 1951-
- Abstract:
- The collection is primarily comprised of materials consulted by Edward Rogoff during research for his dissertation on regulatory issues and the New York City Taxicab industry. The records also chronicle Rogoff's ongoing interest in related taxicab agency issues and affairs.
- Extent:
- 4.25 linear feet 1 record storage carton, 4 document boxes, 3 index card boxes
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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The collection contains records related to the New York City taxicab industry, particularly pertaining to regulatory issues in the 1970s and 1980s. The materials describe New York City taxicab agency rules and regulations and taxi driver perspectives and concerns. The collection was created by Edward Rogoff, professor of Management and Academic Director of the Lawrence N. Field Center for Entrepreneurship and Small Business at Baruch College. Rogoff began compiling these materials during research for his dissertation "The Regulation of the New York City Taxicab Industry" and continued to collect items as his interest and involvement in industry issues grew. In addition to publications and records, the collection also includes notes written by Rogoff chronicling his experience driving a taxicab on the streets of New York City, notes from interviews with taxicab drivers and transcripts of testimony given by Rogoff at various committee meetings. The collection consists of reports, articles, brochures, correspondence, notes, memoranda, proposals, and press releases.
- Biographical / historical:
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The collection was created by Edward Rogoff, professor of Management and Academic Director of the Lawrence N. Field Center for Entrepreneurship and Small Business at Baruch College. Rogoff began compiling these materials during research for his dissertation The Regulation of the New York City Taxicab Industry and continued to collect items as his interest and involvement in industry issues grew.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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The following boxes are located off-site: 1 through 5. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Single photocopies may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Edward G. Rogoff - New York City Taxicab Industry records; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu