24 Aug Metro area cities can apply for funding to improve local sewers Effort aimed at keeping region’s water supply clean and affordable. Posted In: Communities, Planning, Wastewater & Water
24 Aug Council approves first grant aimed at preserving manufactured housing, boosting home ownership among people of color Grant recipient represents 78% of affordable housing in City of Corcoran Posted In: Communities, Housing, Planning, Wastewater & Water
27 Jul Council awards $4 million in grants promoting jobs, economic development Two smaller grants help fund transit-oriented development projects. Posted In:
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
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 Sep Join Gov. Mark Dayton, Chair Alene Tchourumoff and key administration leaders in a conversation on how to improve water quality in the Twin Cities metro area Gov. Mark Dayton wants to hear from Minnesotans from all walks of life - business leaders, scientists, outdoor enthusiasts, farmers, and YOU - on ways we can improve water quality in Minnesota by 25% by the year 2025. Posted In: Council News, Wastewater & Water
18 Sep 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 Sep Regional park visits climb to nearly 48 million in 2016 The region’s vast network of parks and trails got nearly 48 million visits last year, a one percent increase over the previous year, and an increase of 11 million visits since 2006. Posted In: Communities, Parks
21 Sep SWLRT construction bids did not meet cost expectations and responsiveness requirements The Council also voted to direct project staff to look at ways to reduce costs and prepare to reissue the invitation for civil construction bids in October. Posted In: Council News, Planning, Transportation
15 Sep Grant helps preserve affordable housing in manufactured home park The first-of-its-kind pilot grant of $234,83 will cover half of the cost of connecting homes in the Maple Hill Estates manufactured home park to the regional wastewater system. Posted In: Communities, Housing, Planning, Wastewater & Water
13 Sep Planning for a future with autonomous vehicles The Council is grappling with how autonomous vehicles may impact the region’s transportation system. Posted In: Planning, Transportation
12 Sep New Regional Parks Map reflects the rich cultural heritage of our region People from a wide variety of communities, and many ages and abilities, will see themselves reflected in the Council’s newly updated Regional Parks Map. Posted In: Communities, Parks
2 Aug Metro HRA’s new ombudsman helps people navigate rental process The Metropolitan Council’s Housing and Redevelopment Authority (Metro HRA) recently hired Abdiaziz Ibrahim as its first outreach coordinator and program ombudsman. Posted In: Communities, Council News, Housing
27 Jul Council votes to increase regional transit fares, in face of upcoming fiscal cliff First fare adjustment in nearly a decade impacts all regional services. New rates to go into effect October 1, Council makes permanent discounted fare for low-income riders. Posted In: Planning, Transportation
28 Jul Council holds overall municipal wastewater charge increase to 3.7% Expanding and rehabilitating sewer interceptor pipes and other wastewater collection and treatment facilities is the biggest driver of the increase. Posted In: Planning, Wastewater & Water
7 Sep Corcoran mobile home park gets $235K matching grant Maple Hill Estates mobile home park in Corcoran has landed a first-of-its-kind $234,832 matching grant from the Metropolitan Council. Posted In: Communities, Housing, Planning, Wastewater & Water
23 Aug New Met Council chair sits down with Anoka County Board, which has fought for more control The meeting, which included several Met Council members and staff, was cordial. Board Chair Rhonda Sivarajah told Tchourumoff that its push to restructure the council wasn’t aimed at current members. Posted In: Council News, Planning
31 Jul Twin Cities Employers Bumping Up against Employee-Housing Mismatch The Minneapolis/Saint Paul metropolitan area is a prime example of how strong employment growth is putting a strain on the housing supply available in many U.S. cities. Posted In: Communities, Housing, Planning
16 Aug LRT Build program puts graduates on career track The Met Council has partnered with several organizations to create the 10-week apprenticeship program Posted In: Communities, Council News, Planning, Transportation
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