Let me get this straight.  You are functioning under some misconception that the "monopoly" in the taxi industry is not based upon government regulations by the state or a "state held monopoly?"  Who is it that controls this "monopoly?"  The permit holders?  Horsefeathers.  They are subject to regulations not of their own choosing or control.  That's held by the Municipality of Anchorage.  The same organization that issues permits and requires permits to participate in the tax industry not to mention licensing, insurance, vehicle maintenance, rules of conduct, etc. etc. etc.