Kimberly Brown
Chief, Long Range and Neighborhood PlanningMiami-Dade County
Kimberly Brown serves as Chief of Long Range and Neighborhood Planning for Miami-Dade County. Her experience has spanned both private and public sector work including sixteen years with Miami-Dade County. During that time, she has worked on a variety of land use and environmental efforts including advancement of resilience initiatives that allow the County to adapt and thrive in the face of climate-related threats. Ms. Brown also serves as Miami-Dade County’s representative on the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact Leadership Committee. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Florida and professional certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
Kimberly Brown’s Session(s):
12:15 pm–12:55 pm | Thu, March 27, 2025
Considerations for Equitable EV Charging Infrastructure Deployment
As electric vehicle (EV) adoption accelerates, ensuring equitable access to charging infrastructure has become essential. This session will explore strategies for deploying EV charging stations in a way that prioritizes community needs and supports broader accessibility. Attendees will learn the importance of community engagement and education to address diverse needs, with insights into how ongoing outreach with stakeholders and local organizations can help shape projects that genuinely serve all groups. We’ll discuss how to use equity data effectively to identify disparities in access and pinpoint where charging infrastructure is most needed. Additionally, the session will cover critical factors in assessing the viability of EV charging sites—such as affordability, accessibility, reliability, location, and safety—to ensure that these investments yield sustainable, equitable outcomes for all.