Lyft Offers Compromise to Minneapolis Ahead of Rideshare Pay Vote, But Faces Resistance

Lyft has proposed a compromise to Minneapolis ahead of the upcoming rideshare pay ordinance, offering to support the pay rates recommended in a recent state study (.89 per mile and .487 per minute).

Lyft claims the original ordinance would make rides unaffordable, reducing demand and ultimately resulting in less pay for drivers.

Lyft says its compromise would increase driver earnings 17% while keeping service affordable.

The Minneapolis City Council is reportedly open to reconsidering the ordinance, but faces strong opposition from groups that advocated for the pay increase.

Lyft threatens to end Minneapolis service when the ordinance goes into effect May 1 if an agreement isn't reached.