About the Event
The Minnesota Shared Mobility Collaborative hosted a one-day summit to explore the state of shared mobility across Minnesota. Featuring speakers from around the state, this event offered an opportunity for shared mobility leaders, operators, advocates, and policymakers to connect and learn from each other's experiences. The full agenda included 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