Thinking Big About Wisconsin Passenger Rail
A Conference Advancing a Generational Opportunity for Economic Growth
Presented by High Speed Rail Alliance and New Land Enterprises
This is the launch of a statewide effort to develop strong intercity rail connections throughout Wisconsin.
Wisconsin is a critical economic powerhouse of the Midwest region. A robust network of fast, frequent, and affordable trains would support the state’s goals in becoming a competitive force in the global economic market. But in order for Wisconsin to take full advantage of this opportunity, we need to set higher expectations and THINK BIG.
Attendees will be equipped with actionable steps and a community of stakeholders to set these projects up for success.
Agenda
1:00 p.m. Doors Open
1:30 p.m. Opening Remarks
- Kristin Brey | Radio Host, 620 WTMJ | Columnist, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- Mayor Cavalier Johnson | City of Milwaukee
1:45 p.m. Keynote: Thinking Big About Wisconsin Passenger Rail
- Hayden Clarkin | The Transit Guy
2:20 p.m. Panel: Building the Vision for Wisconsin
- Lafayette L. Crump | Commissioner of City Development, City of Milwaukee
- Jeff Stone | Vice President, Kapur
- Scott Rogers | Chair, West Central Wisconsin Rail Coalition | Chair, Chippewa-St. Croix Rail Commission | Wisconsin Private Sector Designee, Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Commission
- Moderated by Kristin Brey
3:15 p.m. Break
3:35 p.m. Lessons Learned From Brightline
- Rick Harnish | Executive Director, High Speed Rail Alliance
3:55 p.m. Update on MARK Rail Commission
- Mayor Cory Mason | City of Racine | Chairman, MARK Rail Commission
4:15 p.m. Closing Remarks
4:30 p.m. End of Event
Popcorn and other refreshments will be available for purchase at the theatre.
If you are interested in volunteering or sponsorship opportunities for this event, please reach out to Manager of Outreach & Engagement Jordan Pokorney at [email protected].
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