$2.40 per mile?by Steven Hsieh$2.40 per mile? SPENCER PLATT / GETTY
The Seattle City Council on Monday signaled its intention to consider a minimum rate for drivers who work for ride sharing companies like Uber and Lyft.
A non-binding resolution, which passed unanimously, states that the council will explore setting a minimum base fare rate of $2.40 for ride share companies. Uber and Lyft currently charge $1.35 per mile in Seattle. Supporters hope a higher base fare will help level the market fo
The Seattle City Council on Monday signaled its intention to consider a minimum rate for drivers who work for ride sharing companies like Uber and Lyft.
A non-binding resolution, which passed unanimously, states that the council will explore setting a minimum base fare rate of $2.40 for ride share companies. Uber and Lyft currently charge $1.35 per mile in Seattle. Supporters hope a higher base fare will help level the market fo