18 Jul Final 2016 population estimates are now available. The estimates are the official population and household estimates for state government purposes, including how local government aid (LGA) and local street aid allocations are determined. Posted In: Communities, Planning
7 Jul Wait List will open for 150 family housing units Aug. 1 through Aug. 4 Metro HRA will open its waiting list for 150 available units specifically for families through its Family Affordable Housing Program. Eligible families can apply from Aug. 1 through Aug. 4. Posted In: Housing
21 Jun Council receives low-interest PFA loan for 2017 wastewater projects The Metropolitan Council received a $40 million loan from the Minnesota Clean Water Revolving Fund to finance multiple wastewater treatment projects. Posted In: Wastewater & Water
27 Mar Making the case for transit: Chair Duininck Transit is the future, and needs support. Posted In: Transportation
7 Aug Comment on Draft 2018-2021 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) by August 7, 2017 The Metropolitan Council’s Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) is receiving public comment on the Draft 2018-2021 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Posted In: About Council, Council News, Transportation
21 Aug Public hearing Aug. 21 on adoption of Public Housing Agency Plan Housing Choice Voucher Program The Metropolitan Council’s Community Development Committee will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed 2018 Public Housing Agency (PHA) Annual Plan. Posted In: Housing
7 Jul Upcoming Council and Committee meetings The Council and its committees meet regularly most months. Find information on all upcoming Council and Committee meetings. Posted In: Communities, Council News, Housing, Parks, Planning, Transportation, Wastewater & Water
18 Jul MnDOT, Council seek community partners for engagement work in I-94 Corridor The goal is to to ensure that historically underrepresented community members help shape decisions on the future design, use and overall look of I-94. Posted In: Communities, Council News, Planning, Transportation
17 Jul Cottage Grove: Suburban edge where urban meets farmland and open space Bordering the Mississippi River in southern Washington County, Cottage Grove is a community where “city” meets “nature.” Posted In: Communities, Planning
29 Jun Council seeks members to serve on Metro Mobility Task Force Council seeks members to serve on Metro Mobility Task Force Posted In: Council News, Planning, Transportation
26 Jun Council funds “U” research on lawn irrigation, drought resistance of grasses Council funds University of Minnesota study of lawn irrigation practices to help homeowners and communities save money and conserve water. Posted In: Communities, Planning, Wastewater & Water
13 Jun Visit our regional parks: St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park ‘Something for everyone’ includes camping, boating, swimming. Posted In: Parks
12 Jun Transit service to airport connects workers to opportunity A transit service that began as a small pilot program nearly two years ago is now making a big difference for airport workers who serve passengers in the wee hours of the morning. Posted In: Planning, Transportation
15 Jun Human noses critical for odor control at wastewater facilities The “nasal rangers” at the Metropolitan Council’s Odor Lab wish they were smelling flowers, but that’s not what they were hired to do. Posted In: Wastewater & Water
3 Jul New Met Council chair a good choice Alene Tchourumoff, the state rail director, was appointed head of the Metropolitan Council by Gov. Mark Dayton last week. Posted In: Communities, Council News, Housing, Parks, Planning, Transportation, Wastewater & Water
12 Jun Counterpoint: In the Twin Cities area, transit is needed, wanted — and it works Here's the evidence — and here's why Kansas City and Indianapolis are poor examples for the Center of the American Experiment to cite in defense of highways. Posted In: Communities, Planning, Transportation
1 Jun Southwest Light Rail Still On Track After Legislative Session Despite repeated threats to the Southwest Light Rail Line during the 2017 legislative session, the project remains on track. Posted In: Planning, Transportation
24 May As the Met Council turns 50, the regional government agency faces challenges The region has grown dramatically since 1967, and its unique government has evolved along with it. Posted In: Communities, Council News, Housing, Parks, Planning, Transportation, Wastewater & Water
12 May How much sway does Minnesota's business community have in the transit debate? The transportation debate is changing, marked today by increasingly polarized disagreements over everything from bus lines and light rail to who can serve on metro-area transportation councils. Posted In: Transportation
1 May Ali Elhassan: Connected by Water This expert helps people and communities protect and preserve shared water resources. Posted In: Planning, Wastewater & Water
26 Apr Sun Sailor: Column: Southwest Light Rail is about moving people… and so much more TwinWest Chamber of Commerce has been a vocal supporter of the Southwest Light Rail Transit line for many years—from the beginning of the planning stages until today. Posted In: Transportation
12 Apr WCCO-TV: Reality Check: The Cost of Subsidized Transit Pat Kessler, 4/12/2017, 6:00 p.m. news: Suburban express service cost the most per passenger to operate. Posted In: Transportation