![]() ![]() The IDG will continue its campaign for these pay protections by launching calls and emails to the TLC, as well as promoting the cause with flyers and ads. More than 15,000 drivers have signed on in support of the Guild’s petition and we hope you will join us in calling on the city to act. At a time when New York politicians are debating expensive new taxes on for-hire vehicle trips, it is particularly important that driver pay be protected. The Commission responded in agreement that rules are needed to ensure that Drivers earn a livable wage.Īccording to city rules, the city’s Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) must approve or reject the proposed rule by May 21st. In that petition, the IDG noted that further protections were needed to ensure drivers could maintain a dignified living. Last year, IDG members petitioned for and won a New York City law and a TLC rule which forced Uber and Via to add a tipping option to their apps. We are optimistic that this is something drivers can win – if we work together. ![]() This will help reduce congestion and make it easier for all For-Hire vehicle drivers (taxi, black car and livery) to make a living. ![]() A pay raise would allow drivers to make a living wage in shorter shifts, so there would be fewer Uber drivers on the streets. Our proposed rule would require apps to increase driver pay by at least 37% over the current rates paid by Uber and Lyft. That’s why on March 20th, the Independent Drivers Guild (IDG) formally petitioned New York City to enact a livable minimum pay rate for app-based for-hire vehicle drivers. Formal Rulemaking Petition Requires City to Decide in 60 DaysĪfter years of pay cuts and exploitation, New York City’s ride-hail drivers can’t make ends meet and many are making less than minimum wage after expenses. ![]()
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