Rebecca Lieser, Bellwether Consulting
Ashley Hudson, Bolton & Menk, Inc.
Hally Turner, Minnesota Department of Transportation
Jake Granholm, Minnesota Department of Minnesota
Equity-Based Performance Measure by MnDOT and the MetCouncil -Amy Vennewitz, Metropolitan Council - Rebecca Lieser, Bellwether Consulting - Ashley Hudson, Bolton & Menk - Hally Turner, Minnesota DOT, and Jake Granholm, Minnesota DOT The Metropolitan Council and MnDOT conducted a pilot Equity Evaluation to assess how transportation projects in the Minneapolis–St.Paul region is identified, prioritized, and funded through an equity lens. Guided by a community-based Equity Policy Group, the study focused on three project types—highway, transit, and bike/trail facilities—and led to the development of an Equity Framework and Process Evaluation Tool. Attendees will learn how to apply an equity-focused evaluation framework and tool to improve fairness and community representation in transportation investment decision-making processes. Moderator: TBD |
1300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
United States