What We Do

Policy-making and regional governance

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT

Our Public Engagement Plan establishes principles and processes for public engagement to ground Met Council decisions in the needs of community stakeholders and to engage people in the decision-making process.

Council investments in the region

Our governing body — the 17-member Metropolitan Council — plays a key convening role, bringing together communities to develop policies and a shared vision and direction for the region.

Advisory committees on land use, transportation and other topics provide the Met Council with important assistance and advice. Advisory committees are made up of elected officials, members of the public with expertise in specific areas, and representatives of partnering organizations or specific geographic areas.

Planning initiatives

• Thrive MSP 2040 engaged residents to create a shared vision for the region and maximize opportunities for growth and prosperity.

• Our regional planning initiatives encompass community planning, housing, parks, transportation, and wastewater and water services.

Services

Our essential services enhance the region’s quality of life and economic competitiveness.

• We operate Metro Transit, Metro Mobility, and Transit Link, which collectively carry tens of millions of passengers each year. Our strategic investments support a growing network of bus and rail transitways, and transit-oriented development.

• We collect and treat wastewater for 90% of the region's population at rates 40% lower than peer agencies, while winning national awards for excellence.

• We work to ensure adequate clean water for the future, through our water supply planning and lake and river monitoring programs.

• We plan for future growth in partnership with communities and the public.

• We plan, acquire, and develop a world-class regional parks and trails system that attracts more than 65 million visitors each year.

• We provide affordable housing for more than 7,200 qualifying low-income households.

Investing in the region

See how Met Council investments in transit, parks, communities, clean water, and housing benefit communities throughout the region.

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