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SUMMARY:MPTA 2022 State Conference & Expo
DESCRIPTION:2022 MPTA Conference will be held September 28-29 at the University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center in Springfield\, MO. \n  \n  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-2022-state-conference-expo/
LOCATION:University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center\, 333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy\, Springfield\, MO\, 65806\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T110000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T125152Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series Presents: Results of MO Statewide Transit Needs Assessment
DESCRIPTION:The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) selected St. Louis-based Lochmueller Group – a full-service survey\, planning\, engineering and environmental firm – to lead a Statewide Transit Needs Assessment Study last fall. Lochmueller Group will present the results of those findings as well as policy recommendations moving forward.  The firm examined public transit access across Missouri\, identified existing and potential service gaps and helped establish a guide for the development of optimum personal mobility as transit providers are forced to make service modifications and respond to changing rider demographics. \n“Personal mobility matters as it is the sole means by which many are able to get where they need to go\,” commented Kimberly Cella\, executive director of the Missouri Public Transit Association. “We want to get a better grasp of the current landscape and identify next steps in furthering public transit access for Missourians. \nTime: 9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m.\nDate: July 8\, 2022\nLocation: Zoom\nRSVP Required –Click here to register now!
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/5214/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="MPTA":MAILTO:kcella@mopublictransit.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series Presents Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Training
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this unique training for anyone in the transit industry.  The Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Training (OEND) training covers a variety of information to assist in allowing persons to learn more about several areas concerning addiction and overdoses. Topics that will be covered include:\n\n\nWhat is Addiction\,\nThe Changing Landscape of Drug Use\,\nSaving Lives / Using Harm Reduction\,\nOpioid Overdoses\,\nand Resources.\n\nThose attending will be informed on existing efforts to combat the opioid crisis and legislative protections for naloxone use and dispensing\, as well as learn how to correctly identify and respond to an overdose event\, including how to administer naloxone\, and how to prevent future overdoses. The program is supported by Prevent+Ed and the DOTS Project at the Missouri Institute of Mental Health at the University of Missouri – St. Louis. \nTime: 11:00 a.m.\nDate: June 14\, 2022\nLocation: Zoom\nRSVP Required –Click here to register now!
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-presents-overdose-education-naloxone-distribution-training/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220511T100000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20220407T145305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T145340Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Vendor Spotlight: Products for Passenger Safety with Luminator
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a chat with MPTA Vendor Members that are providing the solutions transit providers need to help reduce preventable accidents and navigate the outcomes of accidents that do happen. Rich Medina of Luminator Technology Group will discuss Geotab Surfsight (Surfsight automatically detects and alerts distracted driver behavior and harsh driving incidents in real-time)\, video mirror Solutions\, and passenger information solutions addressing some of the leading causes of preventable accidents. \nTime: 9 a.m. CST\nDate: May 11\, 2022\nLocation: Zoom\nRSVP Required – Click here to register now!
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-vendor-spotlight-products-passenger-safety-luminator/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="MPTA":MAILTO:kcella@mopublictransit.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220302T100000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20220128T215622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T212537Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Vendor Spotlight – Solutions to Prevent and Prepare for Accidents
DESCRIPTION:Transit providers work tirelessly to get people where they need to go every day and ensuring the safety and timeliness of staff and riders is always a top priority. While accidents are inevitable\, they are often preventable.  If an accident does occur\, it is important to be prepared to handle the consequences of those accidents. \nJoin us for a chat with MPTA Vendor Members that are providing the solutions transit providers need to help reduce preventable accidents and navigate the outcomes of accidents that do happen. Rich Medina of Luminator Technology Group will discuss Geotab Surfsight (Surfsight automatically detects and alerts distracted driver behavior and harsh driving incidents in real-time)\, video mirror Solutions\, and passenger information solutions addressing some of the leading causes of preventable accidents. A representative of Integrated Transportation Resources\, Inc. will discuss insurance policies and programs to cover rural transit and non-emergency medical transportation providers when accidents do inevitably occur. \nTime: 9 a.m. CST\nDate: March 2\, 2022\nLocation: Zoom\nRSVP Required – Click here to register now!
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-vendor-spotlight-solutions-prevent-prepare-accidents/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T100000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20211029T195105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T195105Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series – In the Weeds: Challenges\, Conditions\, and Considerations of Transportation Service Coordination
DESCRIPTION:According to the Federal Transit Authority\, Mobility Management is an innovative approach for managing and delivering coordinated transportation services to customers\, including older adults\, people with disabilities\, and individuals with lower incomes. Mobility management focuses on meeting individual customer needs through a broad transportation network—public transit\, private operators\, cycling and walking\, volunteer drivers\, and others—working together with customers\, planners\, and stakeholders to deliver the transportation options that best meet the community’s needs. \nWhat role do Mobility Managers play in working with transit providers\, innovation\, pushing the industry forward\, and connecting stakeholders? Find out more from our panel of speakers including: \n\nJudy L. Shanley\, Ph.D. Asst. VP\, Education & Youth Transition\nEasterseals Director\, National Center for Mobility Management (NCMM)\nMike Spadafore\, Director\, Mobility Management\, Topeka/Shawnee County Region\nLisa Womack\, Director\, Mobility Services\, Kansas City Area Transportation Authority\n\nTime: 9:00 a.m. to 10 a.m.\nDate: January 26\, 2022\nLocation: Zoom\nRSVP Required –Click here to register now!
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-weeds-challenges-conditions-considerations-transportation-service-coordination/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T100000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20211029T195213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T195431Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series: Addressing Behavioral Health on Transit Systems – December 8\, 2021\,  9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:The next MPTA Education Series will look at Addressing Behavioral Health on Transit Systems with Stacy Nonn\, Associate Director of Comprehensive Integration with Chestnut Health\, Emily Schwaegel\, Behavioral Health Outreach Coordinator with Chestnut Health.  Stacy and Emily will talk about the work their team is doing on the MetroLink system in Illinois and protocols that could be used on any system. Since the program launch in April 2021\, Chestnut staff have provided services to more than  700 riders including shelter\, food\, treatment\, and other needs. Join in this conversation and see how it might be applicable to your area. \nTime: 9 a.m. CST\nDate: December 8\, 2021\nLocation: Zoom\nRSVP Required – Click here to register now!
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-addressing-behavioral-health-transit-systems-december-8-2021-9-m-10-m/
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ORGANIZER;CN="MPTA":MAILTO:kcella@mopublictransit.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20211101T151624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T152300Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series Presents: An Introduction to the Transit Workforce Center
DESCRIPTION:The next MPTA Education Series event will highlight and explore the new Transit Workforce Center (TWC)\, the FTA’s first ever national technical assistance center to help transit agencies recruit\, hire\, train\, and retain a diverse workforce. The TWC will support public transit agencies’ workforce development needs for all methods of public transit across urban and rural providers. The TWC will also work to address the national transit worker shortage. Through technical assistance activities to help develop frontline transit workers’ skills\, recruiting workers to transit careers via apprenticeships\, partnerships\, and similar programs\, the TWC hopes to make a measurable impact in this area. \nFind out more about the TWC in our blog here. \nTime: 11:00 a.m. to 12 p.m.\nDate: November 18\, 2021\nLocation: Zoom\nRSVP Required –Click here to register now!
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-presents-introduction-transit-workforce-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20210816T154144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210816T154247Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series: TRANSIT CATALYST FOR COMMUNITY RESPONSE
DESCRIPTION:CTAA Highlights Case Studies of Success During the Pandemic \nAn unknown foe\, unfolding crisis and unprecedented impact. Transit agencies\, just like every other element of American life\, faced these three challenges in 2020 during the height of the global COVID- 19 pandemic. In order to better understand how agencies served their communities and persevered through the last year and a half\, the Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA) published an analysis of how transit proved to be a catalyst for community response. \nHear from CTAA Executive Director Scott Bogren and Senior Communications\, Events\, Legislative Specialist Taylor Klocke\, and report author Stewart Mader\, Founder & Director of Advocacy for VaxTransit\, during the latest MPTA Education Series Event on Oct. 5 on how transit deployed their systems to help their communities\, first to reduce food insecurity\, then to ensure equity in vaccine access on a widespread scale. The report concludes with six recommendations to leverage the new partnerships and flexibility necessitated by the COVID-19 era to durably improve access to opportunity. \nDon’t miss the chance to hear the results and discuss opportunities for Missouri providers. \nTuesday\, October 5\, 2021\n11 a.m.\nZoom \nRegistration required
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-transit-catalyst-community-response/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20210317T161751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T215625Z
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SUMMARY:2021 Midwest Transit Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 Conference will provide several opportunities to meet with other transit professionals\, stakeholders\, elected and interested citizens across the Midwest. \nThree state public transit associations are hosting this informative and not to be missed event\, including: Iowa Public Transit Association\, Kansas Public Transit Association\, and Missouri Public Transit Association. Hosted at the Mariott St. Louis Grand Hotel in St. Louis\, Missouri\, this tri-state event brings forth a unique opportunity to share innovative ideas and best practices with a variety of top presentations\, workshops and panel discussions. This year\, we are excited to be able to offer a virtual one-day admission for attendees to participate in a hybrid experience. \nJoin us for this opportunity for sharing ideas\, networking\, and professional growth.
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/2021-midwest-transit-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T130000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20210729T165458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T165704Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Vendor Spotlight: Innovative Transit Solutions to Improve Your Fleet
DESCRIPTION:As transit fleets look for ways to improve their service experience\, not only for riders\, but also for operators\, transit managers\, and their communities as a whole\, more and more innovative solutions are needed.  Reducing emissions with alternative fuels or vehicle options\, or installing mobile digital video recording with live tracking and streaming capabilities are two ways to make these sorts of improvements. \nChris Ishmael\, president of CWI Digital Systems\, will discuss the benefits to the entire transit organization of installing mobile digital video recording with live tracking and streaming capabilities. Eric Lawson\, a fuel consultant with MEG Corp\, will talk about biodiesel as a low-carbon\, renewable alternative to diesel fuel that can be used in existing diesel vehicles and equipment and stored and dispensed through existing infrastructure. Both solutions are available to be installed in existing fleets to improve performance and outcomes. \nTime: 12 p.m. CST\nDate: August 17\, 2021\nLocation: Zoom\nRSVP Required – Click here to register now!
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-vendor-spotlight-innovative-transit-solutions-improve-fleet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210623T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20210518T175938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T175938Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series Presents: Human Trafficking and Transit in Missouri
DESCRIPTION:MPTA will host a conversation with Executive Director Sherrita Allen\, MA\, LPC and Administrator of Community Based Services Jessica Wilkins\, LMSW with The Covering House.  The Covering House provides refuge and restoration\, using the least restrictive environment\, for sexually exploited and trafficked children and teens. They will be discussing the impact of human trafficking in Missouri and the role that transit plays.   Please join us for this very important conversation. \n\nTime: 11 a.m.Date: June 23\, 2021\nLocation: Zoom \nRegistration is Required
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-presents-human-trafficking-transit-missouri/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210610T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20210420T215508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T215526Z
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SUMMARY:Making Sure Your Security Personnel are in the Know – Missouri Intelligence Liaison Officer Program
DESCRIPTION:The Missouri Information Analysis Center (MIAC) provides a public safety partnership consisting of local\, state and federal agencies\, as well as the public sector and private entities that will collect\, evaluate\, analyze\, and disseminate information and intelligence to the agencies tasked with Homeland Security responsibilities in a timely\, effective and secure manner. \nLearn about how Intelligence Liaison Officers work with MIAC to help identify potential terrorism situations\, disseminate information and serve as a point of contact within a transit agency. MIAC is working to build a network of ILOs from various disciplines to detect\, deter\, report\, and respond to terrorist and criminal threats in the State of Missouri.  Public transit can be a key part of this network\, find out more on June 10. \nPresenters: \n\nJohn W. Fields Jr. C.S.S.O. MOPRIMA\, ILO\n\nSafety Compliance Manager\,  OATS\, Inc\n\n\nDan Hoerschgen\n\nIntelligence Liaison Officer Coordinator\,  Missouri State Highway Patrol- Missouri Information Analysis Center\n\n\nRick Goins\n\nProtective Security Advisor\, US Department of Homeland Security\n\n\n\nTime: 9:00 a.m.\nDate: June 10\, 2021\nLocation: Zoom\nRegistration Required – Click Here
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/making-sure-security-personnel-know-missouri-intelligence-liaison-officer-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210408T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210408T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20210311T232738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210311T232738Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Round Table for Transit Operations Personnel
DESCRIPTION:Join MPTA for a Round Table Discussion on April 8 at 11:30 a.m. on Transit Security Program Evaluation.   This will be a hands-on discussion among transit managers/operations personnel/security and industry experts to share ideas\, policies\, and opportunities for improvement with regards to Missouri transit provider security programs and protocols. \nThis Round Table will spotlight the Metro Transit Program in St. Louis. \nRound Table Outline: \n\nReview of Security Program\nPeer observations\, questions\, and discussion\nAgency discussion of handling.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity for operations personnel to learn from their peers in Missouri. \nRegistration is required – Register here. \nDate: Thursday\, April 8\, 2021\nTime: 11:30 am\nLocation: Virtual
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-round-table-transit-operations-personnel/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="MPTA":MAILTO:kcella@mopublictransit.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210311T133000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20210226T143149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T143229Z
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SUMMARY:MO Transit Managers’ Round Table on Accident Investigations and Policy Development
DESCRIPTION:Join MPTA for its first Round Table Discussion on March 11 on Transit Accident Investigation and Policy Development.   This will be a hands-on discussion among transit managers/operations personnel and industry experts to share ideas\, policies\, and opportunities for improvement with regards to an accident or incident involving a Missouri transit provider. \nThe first Round Table will spotlight an incident involving City Utilities of Springfield. \nRound Table Outline: \n\nReview accident video.\nPeer observations or questions.\n\nReview specific video.\nReview agency policies.\nPersonnel history.\n\n\nPeer discussion of progress.\n\nInvestigation\nAssigning fault.\nDiscipline.\nTraining.\n\n\nAgency discussion of handling.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity for operations personnel to learn from their peers in difficult situations. \nMPTA Round Table for Transit Operations Personnel \nDate: March 11\, 2021\nTime: 12 noon\nLocation: Via Zoom – Click here to register
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mo-transit-managers-round-table-accident-investigations-policy-development/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20210104T042614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T154213Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Vendor Spotlight Event: Electric Transit Vehicle Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Missouri Public Transit Association will be hosting a Vendor Spotlight event on Electric Transit Vehicles on February 24\, 2020\, at 11:30 a.m. central time. \nThis panel will be similar to the vendor networking event hosted as a part of the 2020 Missouri Public Transit Conference. Each vendor will receive 7-10 minutes depending on number participating to talk about their products and answer questions. \nJohn Hatch\, Regional Sales Manager with BYD\, will showcase the BYD battery-electric transit buses ranging from 30-60 feet. Afterwards\, John Hroncich\, from BAE Systems will highlight their newly launched 3rd generation electric drive propulsion and power product line for transit buses and what the new hardware will do for improving battery electric bus performance\, reliability and maintenance. \nDate: Thursday\, Feb 24\, 2021\nTime: 11:30 am CST\nLocation: ZOOM\nRegistration: Required – Click Here \nParticipants must be vendor members in good standing. \nAny vendor interested in participating can contact mbox@mopublictransit.org. If you would like to register for this event\, please click here.
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-vendor-showcase-event-electric-transit-vehicle-showcase/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210121T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210121T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20210104T042418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210104T042418Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Vendor Showcase Event: COVID-19 Resources for Transit Providers
DESCRIPTION:The Missouri Public Transit Association will be hosting a Vendor “Speed Dating” event onCOVID-19 Resources for Transit Providers on January 21\, 2021\, at 11:30 a.m. central time.  This month’s event features presentations from the following: \n\nAmerican Seating – Steve Kratzer\,Regional Sales Manager\, Midwest  Region\n\nKratzer has spent five years with American Seating \, with 26 years of innovative sales and marketing with an extensive background in the manufacturing of transit buses and components for the transportation industry and can be reached at – steve.kratzer@amseco.com\, website: https://www.americanseating.com/\nKratzer will be discussing the following COVID-19 solutions from American Seating:\n\nClearRide – Powered by PreventX\, Antimicrobial Barrier Solution\nSneeze Shields Barriers\nInSight hard shell onserts\n\n\n\n\nREI – Gretchen Hall\, Transit Manager\n\nHall offers over 20 years of sales experience in a variety of technology industries. She is the Transit Territory Manager for the Central United States. Gretchen thrives on building relationships\, going the extra mile for a customer\, and providing solid customer service. Her attention to detail allows her to break down technical information in an easy to understand way. She can be reached at: ghall@radioeng.com\, website: radioeng.com\nHall will be discussing REI’s media players and monitors to assist in getting messaging out to riders.\n\n\nIFS/C3 Safe Solutions Ed Adkisson\, President C3 Safe Solutions\, and Missy Roberts\, Regional Sales Director\n\nRoberts and Adkisson own C3 Safe Solutions and is a Missouri based company. Roberts\, the majority owner\, is an RN that has a keen interest in Safe Facilities.  Adkisson operates C3 Green Energy and together they offer the BIOPROTECT System to Cities\, Counties\, Schools\, Hospitals\, Public Transportation and all types of facilities\, even Pro Sports Stadiums\, including Mercedes Benz Stadium where the Atlanta Falcons play.\nAdkisson has offered premium products that impact clients across the country for over 20 years.  Roberts and Adkisson reside in East Prairie\, Missouri\, with their main location in Cape Girardeau and satellite offices in St. Louis\, Springfield\, and Kansas City.  They also have representative and partnerships that operate in all 50 states.\nEmail addresses –  ed@c3greenenergy.com – missy_r@sbcglobal.net\nRoberts and Adkisson will be discussing new technology that kills\, viruses\, fungus\, mold\, mildew and odors for 90 days. The positive impact on all environments protect clients\, employees and all people that come in contact with your facility\, vehicles\, offices and other sites.\n\n\nPassio Technologies  – Scott McLaren\, Senior Business Development Manager\n\nAs the Senior Business Development Manager for Passio Technologies\, Scott McLaren has been in the sales industry for over 24 years. Having been in college athletics as an Assistant Athletic Director overseeing sales\, marketing\, and ticket operations for 14 years\, he has a vast knowledge of the selling process. While working at Passio\, he continues to look at ways to adapt the solutions to the customer needs\, doing this by being innovative with ideas and including others to help with adaptation. Scott earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Florida State University. He has been married for 28 years and has two children. Mclaren can be reached at: Scottmclaren@passiotech.com\, Website: https://passiotech.com/\nPassio Technologies will be presenting on their new technology\, Contact Tracing\, and Request & GO. Both solutions work to help transit agencies find solutions to common problems caused by Covid-19 and fit perfectly with the rest of the technology solutions we already offer\, allowing agencies who’d like to implement this technology to later add to their services if needed.\n\n\n\nRegistration required.  Click here to register now.  \nThese events are will be similar to the vendor networking event hosted as a part of the 2020 Missouri Public Transit Conference. Each vendor will receive 7-10 minutes depending on the number participating to talk about products and answer questions.   Any vendor interested in participating can contact kcella@mopublictransit.org.  Active MPTA vendor members will be given priority. \nMPTA Vendor Showcase Event: January 21\, 2020\, COVID-19 Resources for Transit Providers\, 11:30 a.m. via Zoom.
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-vendor-showcase-event-covid-19-resources-transit-providers-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T100000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20201012T200120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201012T200120Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series Presents: Wellness at the Worksite During COVID
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the next MPTA Education Series presents Wellness at the Worksite During COVID-19 presented by Bi-State Development’s Lindsay Loftus on November 19\, 2020 at 9 a.m.  Registration is required\, so reserve your spot today by clicking here. \nDate: Thursday\, November 19\, 2020\nTime: 9:00 am\nLocation: Virtual\nRSVP: HERE
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-presents-wellness-worksite-covid-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20200916T173919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T173919Z
UID:6785-1603798200-1603803600@mopublictransit.org
SUMMARY:MPTA Vendor Showcase Event on Cleaning Products to Combat COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:The Missouri Public Transit Association will be hosting a Vendor “Speed Dating” event on Cleaning Products to Combat COVID-19 on  October 27 at 11:30 a.m. central time. This panel will be similar to the vendor networking event hosted as a part of the 2020 Missouri Public Transit Conference. Each vendor will receive 7-10 minutes depending on number participating to talk about your products and answer questions.   Any vendor interested in participating can contact kcella@mopublictransit.org.  Active MPTA vendor members will be given priority.  If you would like to register for this event\, please click here.
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/4472-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201014T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20200902T220829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200902T220829Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series Presents: Communicating Effectively with Employees During COVID 19
DESCRIPTION:The pandemic is creating challenging times in transit agencies across the country\, however\, it is imperative to keep communication channels open with employees at all times. Hear from Chief External Affairs Officer Cindy Baker and Vice President of People Development Susan Miller with KCATA on communication strategies being employed to ensure success inside and outside their organization. \nRegistration is required – Register here. \nDate: Wednesday\, October 14\, 2020\nTime: 11:00 am\nLocation: Virtual
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-presents-communicating-effectively-employees-covid-19-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200911
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20191210T210350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191210T210350Z
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SUMMARY:2020 MPTA VIRTUAL STATE CONFERENCE AND EXPO
DESCRIPTION:The 2020 Missouri Public Transit Conference is right around the corner on September 9-10\, 2020. \nConference attendees will have the opportunity to help shape policy\, develop networks\, and collaborate to share knowledge and create new ideas for transit in Missouri especially in light of the challenging times with COVID-19.   The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) was established in 1980 to provide a unified voice for public and specialized transportation providers in Missouri and to work toward elevating the status of public transit as a priority. This conference is one example of our work to ensure transit has a voice in Missouri and to recognize the essential nature of transit now more than ever. \nYou can download the program here. \n 
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/2020-mpta-state-conference-expo-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200812T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20200731T195404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T195404Z
UID:6783-1597230000-1597233600@mopublictransit.org
SUMMARY:MPTA Vendor Spotlight Virtual Event: Commute with Enterprise
DESCRIPTION:Join us on August 12 for a special inaugural MPTA Vendor Spotlight designed to connect MPTA members with MPTA vendors and their services that can enhance your operations.\n\n\nThis August\, the spotlight is on Commute with Enterprise presented by Cheryl O’Connor\, Commute Sales Manager – Public Sector. Their commute program provides a valuable transportation option to those not serviced by fixed routes and can help fill service gaps that you may be currently experiencing in your communities.\n\nRegistration is required. Click here to reserve your spot.
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-vendor-spotlight-virtual-event-commute-enterprise-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20200608T163900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200608T163900Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series Presents: ADA Toolkit Overview – Webinar July 22
DESCRIPTION:The MPTA\, in partnership with RTAP presents an overview of The National RTAP ADA Toolkit\, which will be thoroughly updated in June 2020 with new content\, resources\, explanations\, templates\, questions and answers\, glossary\, and more. The Toolkit is meant to give rural and tribal transit managers an overview of their responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations to provide equal service to all passengers. Join Cara Marcus\, National RTAP\, and Beth Hamby and Buffy Ellis\, KFH Group\, for an overview of the updated toolkit’s sections\, features\, and functionality. \nMembers of the Iowa Public Transit Association will be joining MPTA members for this event.  Regulations and specifications for both Missouri and Iowa will be covered. \nRegister Now! \nDate: July 22\, 2020\nTime: 12 pm to 1 pm\nRegistration Required. \nSpecial Thanks to:
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-presents-ada-toolkit-overview-webinar-july-22-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20200220T190448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200220T190448Z
UID:6781-1588068000-1588075200@mopublictransit.org
SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series Presents: De-Escalation and Drivers - a Live Webinar
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: This event will now be hosted online through Zoom. \nDriver safety is top of mind for Missouri transit providers.  Join the Missouri Public Transit Association for the next Education Series event\, De-Escalation and Drivers.  The program\, facilitated by Bi-State General Manager of System Safety & Security\, Stephen Berry\, will include de-escalation techniques\, driver safety improvements\, and an opportunity to connect and share ideas with transit providers from across the state. \nBerry\, former deputy director of transit safety and workforce development at the Center for Urban Transportation Research and a former official with the Orlando transit system\, is in charge of Metro Transit’s overall security and policing activities. \nRegistration Required \nWhen: Apr 28\, 2020 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting through Zoom.
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-presents-de-escalation-drivers-bi-state-metro-general-manager-system-safety-security-steve-berry-2/
LOCATION:MoDOT Central Offices\, 1511 Missouri Blvd.\, Blue Room\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20200109T193043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T193043Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series Presents FTA PTASP Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is targeted at Missouri transit agencies and will focus on the minimum requirements needed for agencies to comply with the PTASP rule (49 C.F.R. Part 673) and provide Safety Management Systems implementation strategies. Additionally\, the workshop will discuss how to begin creating agency safety plans\, including the identification of key stakeholders to coordinate agency safety plan development. \nInstructor: William Kalt\, Director of Operations and Program Management\, Federal Transit Administration Region VII \nFollowing the training\, there will be an opportunity to meet one on one with MoDOT to discuss group plan components and/or tour the transit facilities in St. Joseph located at 702 S 5th St\, St Joseph\, MO 64501.  Please email kcella@mopublictransit.org if plan to stay for meeting with  MoDOT or tour. \nDate: March 3\, 2020 \nTime: 10 am to 12 pm \nLocation: Remington Nature Center (Conference Room) \n1502 McArthur Drive \nSt. Joseph\, MO 64505 \nRegistration Required \nNeed a hotel? \nHoliday Inn Express \nCandlewood Suites \nHampton Inn
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-presents-fta-ptasp-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Remington Nature Center (Conference Room)\, 1502 McArthur Drive\, St. Joseph\, 64505\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T153000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20190730T144823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T144823Z
UID:6777-1572337800-1572363000@mopublictransit.org
SUMMARY:MPTA Education Series: Recruiting\, Hiring\, Building\, Developing and Retaining a Sustainable Driver Workforce Training
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Public Transit Association is offering a special one-day training on Recruiting\, Hiring\, Building\, Developing and Retaining a Sustainable Driver Workforce in partnership with the Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA) on October 29\, 2019 in Jefferson City\, MO at MoDOT Central Offices\, 1511 Missouri Blvd.\, Parish Room\, Jefferson City\, MO. \nTransit driver recruitment and retention is top of mind for Missouri transit providers as well as providers from the surrounding states who will be invited to attend this event.   Drivers are the front-line representatives for any agency. So what can transit leaders do to address the current driver shortage? Organizational awareness\, executive support\, and understanding effective employee relations are critical factors impacting service and are key in any effort to address driver shortages. Very few decisions a supervisor makes has the importance of hiring an individual\, particularly in the critical customer service position as a driver. \nThe effort and attention that’s put into all aspects of employee retention has a direct correlation on the need for driver recruitment. Throughout this interactive one-day session\, participants will learn about all aspects of driver recruitment and retention with the focus on building a sustainable driver workforce that engages the best people with the right attitude\, which ultimately leads to job satisfaction and reduced employee turnover. \nParticipants will receive the necessary tools to develop a working implementation plan that’s tailored to your organization that will outline tasks and action items focused on developing and maintaining a successful driver recruitment and retention program. \nWe are excited about having the opportunity to offer this important training to MO providers as well as providers in the surrounding states. \nRegistration Required: \n  \n  \nEvent Details: \nTitle: MPTA Education Series: Recruiting\, Hiring\, Building\, Developing and Retaining a Sustainable Driver Workforce Training\nDate: October 29\, 2019\nTime: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm\nLocation: Jefferson City\, MO at MoDOT Central Offices\, 1511 Missouri Blvd.\, Parish Room\, Jefferson City\, MO\nFee: $50 \nSponsored by: \n \n          
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-education-series-recruiting-hiring-building-developing-retaining-sustainable-driver-workforce-training-2/
LOCATION:MoDOT Central Offices\, 1511 Missouri Blvd.\, Blue Room\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="MPTA":MAILTO:kcella@mopublictransit.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20190809T220221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T220221Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding ADA NTI Training September 19\, 2019
DESCRIPTION:City Utilities Transit will be hosting a National Transit Institute (NTI) training: Understanding ADA.  Session capacity is limited and early registration is recommended. \nNTI Training – Understanding ADA\nThursday\, September 19\, 2019\n8 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nHosted by City Utilities\nTransit and Fleet Management Training Room\n1505 N. Boonville\nSpringfield\, MO 65803\nCost: $0\nCEUs: 0.40 \nDescription: \nThe goal of this course is to teach transit professionals the legal background of ADA and paratransit requirements. Topics include: \n\nADA legal requirements that apply to public and private transportation-related entities\n14 service provisions documented in 49 CFR Part 37\, Subpart G\nRequirements to determine if a public or private entity must provide complementary paratransit service\nCriteria for complementary paratransit service\nRequirements for existing and new transportation facilities\nCompliance and enforcement responsibilities of FTA\, DOT\, and DOJ\nResponsibilities and compliance procedures for public and private entities\nEnforcement and investigation processes\, including hearings\, decisions\, and notices\n\nThe course is facilitated by industry professionals with extensive experience in paratransit services and the ADA. \nAudience: \nThis course is intended for people who work at a transit agency or provide transit service\, those who manage or operate paratransit services\, and Federal\, State\, and local representatives who work with the ADA community. It is recommended that you complete this course before attending other ADA-related courses. \nTo register\, please contact: \nBrandie Fisher at: brandie.fisher@cityutilities.net or \nOr Matt Crawford at: matt.crawford@cityutilities.net
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/understanding-ada-nti-training-september-19-2019-2/
LOCATION:City Utilities Transit and Fleet Management Training Room\, 1505 N. Boonville\, Springfield\, MO\, 65803\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190911T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20190114T162126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T184622Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Midwest/SW Transit Conference will be held September 11-13 at the Intercontinental Kansas City at the Plaza in Kansas City\, MO
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 2019 Midwest/SW Transit Conference which will be held September 11-13 at the Intercontinental Kansas City at the Plaza in Kansas City\, MO.  The conference will provide a space for transit professionals\, stakeholders\, elected and interested citizens across the Midwest to share innovative ideas and best practices with a variety of top presentations\, workshops and panel discussions. \nFive state public transit associations are hosting this informative and not to be missed event\, including: \n\nIowa Public Transit Association\nKansas Public Transit Association\nMissouri Public Transit Association\nNebraska Public Transit Association\nSouthwest Transit Association\n\nCONFERENCE TRACKS – \n\nTransit Marketing\nTransit Law\nRegional Workshops\nCommunity Mobility\n\nLOCATION – \nInterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza\n401 Ward Pkwy\nKansas City\, MO 64112 \nEXHIBITOR AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY – \n  \nExhibitor and sponsor registration is now open.  Must be registered early with payment by June 30\, 2019 to ensure special arrangements can be made.  If registered after June 30\, 2019 inclusion on print materials\, premium booth assignment\, website posting\, including items in package or signage cannot be guaranteed. \n  \nExhibits Include: 8 X 10 tabletop exhibit includes set-up and tear down of (1) 6 X 30 skirted table\, (2) chairs and (1) wastebasket. Vehicle display space will be on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \n  \nPREMIUM – $10\,000 \n\nBig Ticket Sponsorship\nFull page advertisement in the Conference Program (first confirmed will receive priority space on back cover)\nReserved room for the day in the conference facility for one-on-one with existing clients\nWorkshop incorporated into conference agenda\nLogo on Website\nPremium exhibit location on Full Conference Day (Monday)\nUp to 5 delegates\nPrime exhibit space at Exhibitor Reception\nOpportunity to include an item in the conference materials\n3-5 minute video commercial at prominent time during conference (provided by vendor)\nAnnouncement of sponsorship during key events\nSignage\n\nPLATINUM- $7\,500 \n\nBig Ticket Sponsorship –Evening reception\nOpportunity to provide a Giveaway with Vendor Logo (e.g. travel drives\, mouse pads\, conference bags\, etc)\nFull page advertisement in the Conference Program\nLogo on Website\n2 Exhibit Tables\nPremium exhibit location on Full Conference Day (Thursday)\nUp to 5 delegates\nExhibit space at Exhibitor Reception\nOpportunity to include an item in the conference bag\n3-5 minute video commercial at prominent time during conference (provided by vendor)\nAnnouncement of sponsorship during key events\nSignage\n\nGOLD- $5\,000 \n\nHalf page advertisement in the Conference Program\nLogo on Website\n1 Exhibit Table\nPremium exhibit location on Full Conference Day (Thursday)\nUp to 3 delegates\nOpportunity to include an item in the conference bag\nAnnouncement of sponsorship during key events\nSignage\n\nSILVER- $3\,000 \n\nBasic Sponsorship\nQuarter page advertisement in the Conference Program\nLogo on Website\nHigh traffic exhibit location on Full Conference Day (Thursday)\n1 Exhibit Table\nUp to 2 delegates\nSignage\n\nBRONZE- $2\,000 \n\nLimited Sponsorship\nLogo on Website\n1 Exhibit Table\nUp to 2 delegates\nSignage\n\nEXHIBIT WITH BUS/VAN DISPLAY- $1\,250 \n\n1 Exhibit Table\n1 Bus/Van Display in Designated Area\n1 Delegate\nSignage\n\nEXHIBIT ONLY- $1000 \n\n1 Exhibit Only\n1 delegate\nSignage\n\nRegister or Sponsor Now!  For MO 5311 providers\, a discount code has been set-up.  Please use promo code MODOT when registering. 
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/2019-eleven-state-midwest-transit-conference/
LOCATION:Intercontinental Kansas City at the Plaza\, 401 Ward Pkwy\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64112\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20190114T161730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190114T161730Z
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SUMMARY:Education Series Webinar: Shaping Your Digital Footprint in the Transit Industry: Website and Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Join the Missouri Public Transit Association on March 6\, 2019 for a webinar to learn how to best use digital assets\, including websites and social media to promote transit services and to communicate with your constituents – it’s easier than you think!  This MPTA Educational Series Webinar event will feature tips and tricks for getting the most out of your website and social media platforms. \nClick here to register now! \nFEATURING: \nTodd Flatt\, IT Systems Admin\, SMTS\, Inc. and Mallory Box\, Director\, Programs and Membership\, Missouri Public Transit Association. \nThe event is set for March 6 from 10am to 12pm.  Webinar instructions will be sent to all registered attendees.
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/education-series-shaping-digital-footprint-transit-industry-website-social-media-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T092945
CREATED:20180809T180529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180809T180529Z
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SUMMARY:MPTA Educational Series: Harassment and Discrimination Issues Specific to Transit in the #MeToo Era
DESCRIPTION:MPTA announces its next Educational Series Event scheduled for Thursday\, Nov. 1\, 2018\, “Harassment and Discrimination Issues Specific to Transit in the #MeToo Era\,” in Columbia\, MO.   Employers have trained their workers for decades on sexual harassment\, but claims of harassment and discrimination persist. Why? Many factors have changed: the law\, work places\, workers’ attitudes\, societal pressures. \nThis fast-paced\,engaging training with real-world examples from litigated cases will bring you up to speed on changes in Missouri and federal law\, with a specific emphasis on how harassment and discrimination claims often arise (and can be avoided) in transit. \nHear from Ashley L. Norgard\, an Attorney with Husch Blackwell in Springfield\, MO.  Ashley’s practice focuses on labor and employment counseling\, mediation and litigation.  She assists clients in lawsuits and administrative claims involving alleged discrimination\, retaliation and harassment. \nThe event will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the OATS Headquarters\, 2501 Maguire Blvd.\, Ste. 101\, Columbia\, MO 65201 – Register Here. \nMPTA’s Educational Series was launched in 2016 in order to support MPTA’s individual and organizational members. The series features quarterly events focused on issues that transit providers and advocacy organizations encounter in the transit industry in Missouri. \nSponsorships are available; inquire at kcella@mopublictransit.org
URL:https://mopublictransit.org/event/mpta-educational-series-harassment-discrimination-issues-specific-transit-metoo-era-2/
LOCATION:OATS Offices\, 2501 Maguire Blvd.\, Ste. 101\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
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