Exploring Shared Mobility Public-Private Partnerships

Abstract

This project was completed as part of a 2022–2023 Resilient Communities Project (rcp.umn.edu) partnership with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). MnDOT promotes the growth of innovative shared-mobility options in Minnesota. Shared mobility services offer an opportunity to provide better overall mobility and quality of life, especially for those who do not have access to a private automobile due to income, age, or physical ability. As these services grow, cities and transit agencies need to understand how to approach partnerships with shared mobility providers to achieve the best results for their communities. MnDOT requested assistance creating a public-private partnerships (P3) guide to increase public sector knowledge of these types of agreements and support local communities in providing shared mobility options. MnDOT project lead Elliott McFadden worked with students in Robin Phinney's PA 8081 Master of Public Affairs Capstone course to interview shared-mobility professionals and providers in Minnesota to learn about best practices for developing successful P3s that benefit both cities and shared-mobility service providers. The students' final report and presentation are available.