Lyft to Pull Out of Minneapolis Following Mandatory Wage Increase for Drivers

Lyft clients in Minneapolis received an email earlier today letting them know the ride share company would no longer be servicing the city following a mandatory wage increase for drivers. The Minneapolis City Council voted on Thursday to up the minimum wage for drivers to $15.57, overriding Mayor Jacob Frey’s veto of the ordinance.

In a statement to AP News, a Lyft spokesperson called the ordinance “deeply flawed”.

Adding that it “should be done in an honest way that keeps the service affordable for riders”.

As for Uber, according to sources, they’ve issued a similar statement about stopping service in Minneapolis.

Advocates have been vocal that drivers deserve a living wage. Those against the decision are concerned that rideshare pulling out of the city will make it difficult for people in the community who don’t have access to cars, and those with disabilities, to get around.