Southwest light-rail freight agreements approved by Hennepin County, Met Council Pacts with freight lines allow officials to pursue $929 million federal grant. March 21, 2018
Local governments to compete for transportation funds in 2018 Regional Solicitation About $200 million in federal funds will go to local highway, bridge, transit, bicycle and pedestrian projects. The federal funds will leverage additional local matching funds. March 20, 2018
C Line groundbreaking sets stage for opportunity Representatives from the Metropolitan Council, Metro Transit, Hennepin County, Minneapolis, and Brooklyn Center gathered to break ground on the region's second rapid bus line, the C Line. March 20, 2018
'It's a big deal': C Line to bring bus rapid transit to popular north Minneapolis route Eleven different routes have been identified as good candidates for arterial bus rapid transit — rubber-tire vehicles and enhanced stations with features that make light rail so popular with riders. March 19, 2018
Maplewood’s sustainability efforts strengthen city’s livability Maplewood boasts a host of natural amenities, connections to major transportation corridors, strong commercial and business hubs, and residents who are active in the community’s public life. March 16, 2018
Council grants help growing communities use water more efficiently Property owners across the region are saving an estimated 52 million gallons of water annually, thanks to the Council's Water Efficiency Grant Program. March 15, 2018
Maplewood’s Keller Regional Park to get $709,000 facelift Ramsey County Parks and Recreation received a grant of $709,000 in state and Metropolitan Council bond funds to make improvements to Keller Regional Park in Maplewood through the year 2020. February 27, 2018
Eagan wastewater plant in line for $19 million in upgrades Metropolitan Council project will replace old components and reduce emissions. February 27, 2018