Implementing new technologies in public spaces brings with it many challenges for governments at all levels. Around the world we are seeing mobile technologies that operate on sidewalks and in shopping malls, move on bike paths, cross intersections, and perform a variety of functions from last mile delivery to cleaning to transporting passengers. How can municipalities effectively manage these mobility innovations? 

This session brings together a panel of experts to share their thoughts on how good governance and regulations can contribute to improved safety and successful deployment of public-area mobile robots and other mobility innovations. 

Estonia is one of the only countries in the world that has amended their national traffic act with guidance for how to regulate PMRs. Mark E. Talivere, an innovation expert at the Tallinn Strategic Management Office, will be joining the conversation to discuss Estonia's unique regulatory approach to public-area mobile robots, including its amendments to the national traffic…