Minneapolis Rideshare Pay Ordinance in Limbo as City Council May Revisit Controversial Vote

Minneapolis City Council may reconsider and revoke its previous vote to override the mayor's veto on the controversial rideshare ordinance.

The ordinance sets minimum pay standards for Uber and Lyft drivers. The companies say they will cease operations in Minneapolis on May 1 when it takes effect.

A state-commissioned study recommended lower pay standards that the mayor and companies said they would accept, but the Council disregarded it.

It's unclear if the Council can change the pay standards now or just revoke the veto override. A majority or supermajority vote would be needed.

The mayor hopes a compromise can still be reached to raise driver pay while keeping rideshare services operating in the city.