Council proposes 2% wastewater rate increase for 2021 Environmental Services will transfer additional funds from the SAC reserve fund to help pay directly for capital improvements, as well as draw $2 million from its general reserve fund. May 27, 2020
Protecting our health and water quality 365 days a year, 24 hours a day, through the COVID-19 pandemic, Metropolitan Council Environmental Services workers are on the job to protect public health and environment. April 29, 2020
Minnehaha Regional Park area sewer construction continues Wastewater conveyance pipes and construction vehicles line the landscape near the popular park in south Minneapolis. For area residents and park visitors, it’ll mean some disruptions. April 7, 2020
Wastewater solids processing improvements to begin this spring The multi-year program at the Metropolitan Wastewater Treatment Plant in Saint Paul will preserve existing solids processing infrastructure and optimize performance. March 18, 2020
Helping businesses conserve water Businesses seeking to save money by conserving water and reducing wastewater discharges, energy use, or industrial waste: apply to the Technical Assistance Program (MnTAP) Intern Program. February 14, 2020
Videos explore what to expect during sewer construction In cities across the region, we are repairing or replacing aging sewer pipes and upgrading treatment plants. Take a humorous look at what you might experience near a construction site. January 8, 2020
Council receives loan to finance wastewater treatment capital improvement projects Since 1990, Minnesota’s Clean Water Revolving Fund has awarded more than 565 loans for $3.1 billion, providing more than $691 million in interest savings to local governments and taxpayers. December 11, 2019
Council grants aim to increase residential water efficiency Residents of 40 cities and townships will be eligible for rebates to purchase water-efficient toilets, clothes washers, irrigation controllers, and irrigation spray heads over the next three years. November 13, 2019