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 Mar Making the case for transit: Chair Duininck Transit is the future, and needs support. Posted In: Transportation
31 Aug August 31 - Grants for cleaning contamination and building a better community Learn about local public grant programs that assist with the cost of cleaning up and redeveloping contaminated sites on August 31. Posted In: Communities, Planning
11 Sep Wastewater Reuse Policy Task Force Meeting #3 is September 11 The Metropolitan Council has appointed a Wastewater Reuse Policy Task Force to review the Council’s existing wastewater reuse policies and recommend clarifications needed to respond to opportunities for wastewater reuse. Posted In: Wastewater & Water
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
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
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
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
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
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