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Webster Groves sets April 19 electric‑vehicle showcase; organizers seek volunteers and more cars
Summary
Organizers plan a public EV showcase on Saturday, April 19, 10 a.m.–noon, at City Hall lot; 15 vehicles had committed and Ameren will supply printed rebate materials.
Commission member John described plans for an electric‑vehicle showcase at the City Hall east parking lot on Saturday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to noon.
John said organizers had commitments from about 15 vehicle owners (a mix of battery‑electric vehicles and plug‑in hybrids) and hoped to recruit two or three additional “backup” vehicles in case of cancellations. The event will let attendees walk past vehicles, speak to owners and ask questions; organizers considered but rejected on‑site test drives due to logistics.
Ameren will not present in person but will supply printed materials showing federal rebate information by make and model, John said. Volunteers are needed to manage parking and serve as docents to direct attendees and to escort local media; organizers also plan outreach to local outlets including the Webster‑Kirkwood Times and the paper’s event calendar.
John said volunteers should arrive roughly 15 minutes before the event starts to park participating vehicles in assigned spots and to help document media visits. The commission agreed to circulate a list of committed vehicles and to consider a simple printed map or sign for each car identifying make and model so curious visitors can easily find specific vehicle types.
Ending: Staff will continue volunteer recruitment and finalize logistics for signage, parking assignments and printed materials.
