Being a part of our community has never meant more for us. We work, live, and play here, and work hard to be one of the best transportation organizations in the Twin Cities.
In January 2021, we announced an entirely new rate structure to our trip costs, making us more affordable for more people. In November 2021, we launched the Access Plan, designed to make our service even more affordable for low-income community members by offering self-certification during registration, standard PLUS benefits, and our lowest rates available.
Learn more about our community engagement initiatives:
Our core partner council works with us to develop and address change needed to make our service work for our community.
Partner organizations include:
Cedar Riverside Neighborhood Revitalization Program, Dayton’s Bluff Community Council, East Side Neighborhood Services, Frogtown Neighborhood Association, Juxtaposition Arts, North End Neighborhood Association, Payne-Phalen District Five Planning Council, Powderhorn Park Neighborhood Association, Tamales Y Bicicletas, West Side Community Organization
HOURCAR’s Community Engagement Report details more than a year of work engaging with community partners in preparation for the launch of the EV Spot Network, a unique partnership that represents the future of electric and shared mobility in the region. With goals of improving transportation equity and reducing harmful emissions, this project combines one-way electric vehicle car sharing and publicly accessible charging hubs powered by 100% renewable energy. The report includes sections on process, major findings, and recommendations.
In 2024, HOURCAR participated in over 70 events across the Twin Cities. While at events, we provide information about our carshare services, answer questions, and often share Drive Credit. Check out our calendar of upcoming events at eviecarshare.com/events.
While at events, we provide information about our carshare services to community members and often include discounted promotions to join.
In 2021, HOURCAR performed a baseline assessment of our current membership. We have high goals to work towards and are sharing our progress here.
For further contact:
Kaela Bloemendaal, HOURCAR Community Engagement Manager, [email protected]
For further contact regarding the EV Spot Network:
Erin Kayser, City of Saint Paul Project Manager, [email protected]
