About the Event

The Minnesota Shared Mobility Collaborative will be hosting a one-day summit to explore the state of shared mobility across Minnesota. Featuring speakers from around the state, this event will offer an opportunity for shared mobility leaders, operators, advocates, and policymakers to connect and learn from each other's experiences. The full agenda (available below) will include presentations on the state of shared mobility across the U.S. and Minnesota; discussions on operations, policy, and funding; and an engagement opportunity to contribute to Minnesota's Statewide Shared Mobility Plan. 

Agenda

8–8:30 a.m.: Registration and Morning Refreshments
8:30–9 a.m.: Welcome and Overview

• Commissioner Nancy Daubenberger, MnDOT

• Kristina Heggedal, MnDOT

• Max Gonzalez, City of Minneapolis

• Karen Onan, East Central Regional Development Commission

• Will Schroeer, East Metro Strong

9–10:15 a.m.: Imagining the Future of Shared Mobility Across Minnesota

• Moderator: Colin Murphy, Shared-Use Mobility Center

• Panelists: Deb Barber, Metropolitan Council; Ryan Daniel, St. Cloud Metro Bus; Elliott McFadden, MnDOT

10:15–10:30 a.m.: Break
10:30-11:30 a.m.: Funding and Policy Panel

• Moderator: Aaron Westling, Great Plains Institute

• Panelists: Gavin Bukovich, Arrowhead Regional Development Commission; Kristina Heggedal, MnDOT; Meredith Klekotka, Metro Transit

11:30 a.m.–noon: Introduction to Minnesota Shared Mobility Plan
Noon–1 p.m.: Lunch and Shared Mobility Demonstrations

• Enjoy time networking or venture outside to explore a variety of shared mobility vehicles onsite:

  • MVTA eJEST Shuttle

  • HOURCAR truck and Evie vehicle

  • And more to be announced!

1–2:15 p.m.: Operations Showcase

• Moderator: Karen Onan, East Central Regional Development Commission

• Presenters:

  • Tammi Hagen, Headwaters Regional Development Commission

  • Terry Smith, Mid-Minnesota Development Commission

  • Amanda LaGrange, HOURCAR

  • Laura Mitchell and Andy Lambert, Minnesota Cargo Bike Library

  • John Mark Lucas, University of Minnesota

2:15–2:30 p.m.: Closing

Registration

There is no cost for this event, but space is limited and registration is required. 

Transit and Parking

McNamara Alumni Center is located less than two blocks from the METRO Green Line's East Bank Station on Washington Avenue. Several Metro Transit bus routes also serve the University of Minnesota's Minneapolis campus.

The nearest parking is available in the University Avenue Ramp and the Washington Avenue Ramp.

Questions?

Contact Chelsea Arbury Prorok at arbur001@umn.edu.