Name
Automation, Autonomy: Solving the First-Mile, Last-Mile Problem
Date & Time
Monday, November 16, 2026, 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Speakers
Grant Glovin, Kaplan Kirsch LLP
Subash Iyer, Kaplan Kirsch LLP
John Putnam, Kaplan Kirsch LLP
Kristian Swenson, Seminole County, Florida
Subash Iyer, Kaplan Kirsch LLP
John Putnam, Kaplan Kirsch LLP
Kristian Swenson, Seminole County, Florida
Description
Reliable first-mile and last-mile connections remain a significant challenge to expanding passenger rail ridership. This innovative session examines the legal, regulatory, procurement, liability, and accessibility considerations surrounding microtransit, autonomous vehicles, and other technology-enabled mobility solutions. Our thoughtful panelists explore how agencies use emerging service models to connect travelers with rail stations, including a case study of Seminole County, Florida’s microtransit initiative, and its approach to improving mobility and filling gaps in traditional fixed-route networks.